Archived news by month

New amputee fitness initiative "MANFIT" launched in Manchester, UK

A patient-led fitness program for amputees has been launched at the Manchester Disablement Services Centre in the UK. Manchester Amputee Fitness Initiative, or MANFIT, aims to improve the general fitness of those who have been discharged from physiotherapy. Two dedicated trainers coach amputees in exclusive gym sessions, as well as setting up home exercise regimes.
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Ossur CEO Jon Sigurdsson joins Bill Gates and other leading lights at 2007 WEF Forum

The Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum is underway in Davos, Switzerland (24-28 Jan). A flagship event, it brings together some of the world's best minds from industry, civil society organisations, academia, the media, politics, science and policy bodies. Ossur President and CEO Jon Sigurdsson is honored to be a participant at the Forum, helping to address pressing global challenges.
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Arthroscopic Surgery meeting in Arizona, Jan 20-23

This year's Robert W. Metcalf memorial meeting takes place in Scottsdale, Arizona. Expected to draw over 300 orthopaedic surgeons, it will be focusing on shoulder and knee surgical demonstrations, with comprehensive coverage of ankle/foot and hip arthroscopy and hands-on cadaver labs. Ossur is delighted to be exhibiting.
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Stepping out on Broadway - American Podiatrists meet in NY, Jan 19-21

This year's Clinical Conference of the Foundation for Podiatric Medicine in the US, takes to the stage on January 19. Entitled "Stepping out on Broadway - with an award-winning cast!", it comprises an intensive three-day conference and show-stopping exhibition. Ossur is delighted to be exhibiting at the event and will be showcasing a number of leading foot products including the Equalizer® and Active Offloading Walkers™.
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Make a date - new Ossur calendar of events for 2007 now online

Fuller than ever, our calendar of events in the O&P world can help to alert you to all sorts of forthcoming forums happening at a place near you! Determined to raise the bar within our industry, Ossur is an active participant in many such events. Whether you are a clinical professional or a user of our products, check it out and mark your diary. We look forward to meeting you!
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The Ossur story - now on the small screen!

Maybe you use, or have fitted one or two of our products? Heard our name in connection with technological advances, or are simply aware that your father/daughter/friend has a brace or prosthetic limb? Now you can get the bigger picture. We are delighted to premiere online the story of our business and how we aim to help others pursue a life without limitations.
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Still standing - wow, look at Denny Chipollini, is he fit or what?

Amputee marathon runner and Team Ossur member Denny Chipollini is looking fitter than ever this month as he graces the pages of Men's Fitness, one America's biggest fitness magazines. Check out the before and after shots in their online pages and prepare to be impressed.
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