On the final day of the 2020 American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA) Virtual National Assembly, AOPA announced it will launch a new initiative soon that will focus on defining diversity and inclusion within the O&P community. MORE

While there are International Organization Standards (ISO) for prosthetic components, there is currently no standard for the most crucial element of the prosthesis—the socket. The technical presentation “Is Your Socket Strong Enough? How Do You Know?” discussed how increasing use of additive manufacturing and recent legislation in Ohio that allows noncertified people to provide prosthetic care through devices created for free using 3D printers emphasizes the need for testing standards that would form a baseline for safety. MORE

Presenters enjoyed the real-time interaction with participants during their sessions. John Brinkmann, MA, CPO/L, FAAOP(D), Northwestern University: I wasn't sure what to expect for the live event and was pleasantly surprised by the level of engagement and interaction between attendees during the presentation. MORE