Jeff Moore gives X2/Genium Bionic Knee a Thumbs Up!
POA patient Jeff Moore was recently fit with the X2 bionic knee (military version of the Genium). He says it definitely lives up to the hype! X2/Genium Video
Roger Simon, bi-lateral BK/Symes walking with a confident stride!, 2/2012
Last year around this time, Roger Simon was getting used to his new prostheses and using a cane for support. When he returned to our office this past week for a new set of legs, we were happy to hear that his cane is now gathering some serious dust in a closet! read more –> Roger Simon, Bi-lateral BK/Symes
POA’s first “Cartwheel Contest” – Ronnie vs. Ellie!!!
Who says you can’t have fun at your prosthetist’s office? POA prosthetic resident and AK amputee Ronnie Dickson challenged Ellie to a cartwheel contest during her recent visit to our office. Can you guess who the winner was? Let’s just say this: Ronnie may be a rock climber, but Ellie definitely ROCKS!!!! click here to view video proof —>Rock Climber vs. Little Girl
Ronnie Dickson’s Red River Canyon Climbing Trip, 12/2011
Here’s a few photos from POA’s Ronnie “Spider Man” Dickson during a recent climbing trip to Red River Gorge, a canyon system on the Red River in east-central Kentucky. This canyon system features an abundance of sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, waterfalls and natural bridges, making it one of the world’s most popular and challenging climbing destinations. Ronnie, an above-knee amputee, makes it look easy!
POA’s Jeff Moore demonstrating strength/balance exercise, 8/2011
OA’s Jeff Moore demonstrates one of the many new things he has been doing since he returned home to Oregon with his new leg. Looking good, Jeff!!! 🙂 Click here to view the video .
Report on Mobility Clinic with Bob Gailey PT in Florida, 5/2011
POA resident Ronnie Dickson (who is also an above knee amputee), reports on the recent Mobility Clinic featuring Bob Gailey, PT on his blog, “Take a Leg Off.” He also writes about other Bob Gailey mobility clinics he has participated in. Click here to read blog >>
POA’s Anthony Burruto Debuts as Motivational Speaker at Goodwill Industries Dinner, 4/2011
Anthony Burruto traveled to Ohio to speak at a Goodwill Industries annual dinner in Ohio last month. Well done, Anthony! Click here to read article
“Mission of Hope,” O&P Edge article written by POA resident Ronnie Dickson, May 2011
Ronnie reports on his mission trip to Haiti earlier this year. Click here to read article