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Am I required to do a
monofilament sensory test and take temperatures of the
foot? Click
HERE and go to page 18 to find out!
Do I have to be certified, or
is a manufacturers certificate good enough?
Medicare Standards (page 4) states that "Professional
personnel shall be licensed, certified, or registered
AND function within their scope of practice
as required by the State standards under which the professional is
licensed, certified or registered." |
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credit on all of our products. These may be accessed
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Product |
Description |
Venue |
Continuing Education Points |
Price** |
NCOPE Approved ABC®
Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes DLP
Distance Learning Program
100% Online! |
ABC®
certified fitter of therapeutic shoes is an individual trained and
qualified in the provision of
non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom diabetic multi-density
inserts. The program consists of a 12-hour online component that is
comprised of Flash-based narrated PowerPoint lectures, videos, and comprehensive
lab assignments followed by a 4-hour live virtual class at your
location, using web-based conferencing technology, covering the hands-on
and lab components. It is ideal for the busy professional that has
intermediate computer skills. A high speed Internet connection
and technology deposit
is required. |
WEB/
LIVE Web Conf
Details
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$295
Enroll
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NCOPE Approved ABC®
Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes 1 + 1
8 Hour Online/ 1-Day Live Educational Course
At your location or ours!*** |
ABC®
certified fitter of therapeutic shoes is an individual trained and
qualified in the provision of
non-custom therapeutic shoes and non-custom diabetic multi-density
inserts. The program consists of an 8-hour online component that is
comprised of Flash-based narrated PowerPoint lectures, and comprehensive
lab assignments followed by an 8-hour live class covering the hands-on
and lab components. It is ideal for the busy professional that has
intermediate computer skills. A high speed Internet connection
is required. |
WEB/
LIVE
Details & Dates
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ABC: 11 (S), 1 (B) Cat II |
$295
Enroll |
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NCOPE Approved ABC®
Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes
Live 2-Day Educational Course
At your location or ours!*** |
ABC®
certified fitter of therapeutic shoes is an individual trained and
qualified in the provision of non-custom therapeutic shoes and
non-custom diabetic multi-density inserts. This two-day live course
meets the educational requirements for the ABC Certified Fitter of
Therapeutic Shoes application. This live class includes lots of
instructor attention in our small classes. It is designed for the
individual looking for a traditional classroom learning experience. |
LIVE
Details & Dates
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ABC: 11 (S), 1 (B) Cat II |
$395
Enroll |
Approved
Orthotic Fitter Program
16 Hours Online + 3 Days Live
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An Orthotic Fitter is a
health care professional who is specifically educated and trained in the
provision of certain full body orthoses. Part I is completed self-paced
on-line via Distance Learning, consisting of narrated PowerPoint
lectures, printable lecture, printable lecture notes, lab assignments,
study activities and self assessments. Part II is completed during a
live, instructor led, hands-on session that spans three eight-hour days,
consisting of various lab assignments, demonstrated by the instructor
and reproduced by the students. See more
here... |
LIVE
Details & Dates
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- BOC:
- 37.5 Cat 1
- 2.5 Cat 2
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- ABC:
- 30 (S),
- 2 (B) Cat II
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$495
Enroll |
- NEW!
Approved
Basic Kinesiology
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The objective of this CD/Webcast is to
provide the student with the basics of Kinesiology, Structural
Foundations of Kinesiology, Neuromuscular Fundamentals, Basic Kinetics
and Biomechanics/Gait. An upper/lower extremity and thoracic
neuromuscular reference activity is included. The learning experience
includes Video Lecture, printable lecture notes, interactive labs and
self assessments. This program meets BOC
requirements for Kinesiology coursework for Orthotist and or Prosthetist
certification application. |
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- BOC:
- 8 Cat 1
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$149
Call to enroll |
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Common Shoe Modifications |
The objective of this 2 DVD video set is to
provide the student with the knowledge to perform common modifications
to therapeutic shoes including Thomas Metatarsal Bars, Crescent
Metatarsal Bars, Mayo Metatarsal Bars, Medial and Lateral Wedging,
Stabilizer /Buttress, SACH Heels, Elevations & Flares, Forefoot Rocker,
Heel to Toe Rocker, Double Rocker, as well as minor shoe adjustments
such as stretching and pads. |
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ABC: 4 (S)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
Basic Observational Gait Analysis |
This DVD explores various components used in
observational gait analysis by using video demonstrations of both normal
and pathological gait. Objective include:
- Explore components of normal gait
- Discuss muscle and joint activity during normal gait
- Knowledge of commonly used terms
- Use of basic observational components for gait analysis
- Use of advanced observational components for gait analysis
- Recognize pathological gait patterns |
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ABC: 4 (S)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes Exam Review CD |
This Flash
Technology based review on CD is focused on supplying the student with the
skills and
knowledge needed to pass the ABC® CFTS exam by presenting 125+ exam-like questions, exploring possible answers, and
discussing rationales for correct and incorrect answers.
View Demo Here. |
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n/a |
$49
Order Here |
Foot Examination and Assessment Techniques |
This video DVD contains step by step procedures for performing foot,
ankle and lower extremity assessments. These include: Range of Motion,
Quantitative Sensory Testing, Muscle Strength Testing, Lateral Block,
Hallux Hyperextension, Metatarsal Raise, Vascular Assessment,
Integumentary System, PTTD Palpation and Single Heel Raise, and more!
Several forms are included as well as four
extensive Labs to practice the techniques demonstrated on the video.
Nearly 1-1/2 hours of techniques. Note: These techniques are not
intended for diagnostic purposes. They are intended to provide the
clinician with the knowledge and assessment tools needed to determine if
physician referral is appropriate. See Lo-res Demo
Here |
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ABC: 7 (S)
Assessment |
$149
Order Here |
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Skin Conditions of the Lower Extremities |
This Flash-based narrated CD will guide
the student to a knowledge of common skin conditions of the foot and
leg. These include bacterial, viral, fungal, mechanical injury,
pre-cancerous and cancerous lesions. |
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ABC: 1 (S)
Assessment |
$25
Order Here |
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Total Contact Toe Filler Fabrication |
This video DVD contains step by step video procedures for fabricating
total contact custom toe fillers for both single digit and multi digit
amputations. This DVD includes foam impression modifications, plaster
mold modifications, assembly, grinding techniques, and finishing. 72
minutes. |
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ABC: 2 (S)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Pedorthic Case Studies II |
This CD contains
15 new case studies that include Subjective and Objective information from
patient interviews and assessments. The student is required to determine
the related pathology through Assessment and formulate a Plan of
Treatment. Solutions are provided on CD. |
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ABC: 4 (S)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Pedorthic Case Studies I |
This CD contains
15 case studies that include Subjective and Objective information from
patient interviews and assessments. The student is required to determine
the related pathology through Assessment and formulate a Plan of
Treatment. Solutions are provided on CD. |
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ABC: 4 (S)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Pedorthic Exam Review I |
This Flash
Technology based review on CD is focused on supplying the student with the
skills and
knowledge needed to pass the ABC®
exam by presenting 150+ exam-like questions, exploring possible answers, and
discussing rationales for correct and incorrect answers.
See Demo Here |
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ABC: 4(S) 1(B)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Pedorthic Exam Review II |
This Flash Technology based review on CD is focused on supplying the student with the
skills and
knowledge needed to pass the ABC®
exam by presenting exam-like questions, exploring possible answers, and
discussing rationales for correct and incorrect answers. This CD contains
150 additional questions, answers and rationale.
See Demo Here |
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ABC: 4(S) 1(B)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Foot Orthotics Grinding Techniques |
This video DVD
contains step by step procedures for grinding custom diabetic, EVA, cork,
poly and composite orthotic shells. It also includes tips to improve productivity
and is divided into chapters for easy viewing.
See Demo Here |
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ABC: 1 (S)
Assessment |
$59
Order Here |
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Lower Extremity Casting Techniques - Volume
I |
This video DVD contains step by step procedures
for weightbearing static & dynamic impression foam casts, semi-weightbearing
impression foam casts,
non-weightbearing plaster slipper casts, non-weightbearing fiberglass slipper
casts, bivalve custom shoe casts, subtalar control foot orthosis Casts
& UCBL Casting.
See Demo Here |
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ABC: 3 (S)
Assessment |
$59
Order Here |
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Lower Extremity Casting Techniques - Volume II |
This video DVD
contains step by step procedures for casting Sub-malleolar Orthosis,
Ankle Foot
Orthosis, Floor Reaction
Ankle Foot Orthosis, Knee Ankle
Foot Orthosis, Hip Orthosis, Hip Knee Ankle
Foot Orthosis, and Reciprocal
Gait Orthosis. |
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ABC: 4 (S)
Assessment |
$59
Order Here |
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30 Common and not so common Foot Pathologies |
Self-paced 250+
slide PowerPoint presentation on CD in exam
format followed by a 30 question online assessment. Covers Pathology Definition, Effects on gait, Orthotic
Solution and Shoe / Shoe Modifications. |
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ABC: 4 (S)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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Human Anatomy for Pedorthists |
This CD will guide the
student to an advanced knowledge of the tissues and organs that affect
the foot and ankle including Dermal Anatomy, Neural Anatomy, Arterial
Anatomy, Venous Anatomy, Muscle Anatomy, Skeletal / Joint Anatomy and Ligament Anatomy. |
|
ABC: 2 (S)
Assessment |
$49
Order Here |
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Human Physiology for Pedorthists |
This CD will guide the
student to an advanced knowledge of the physiology of the Nervous,
Lymphatic
and Cardiovascular
systems of the body and how they affect the foot. |
|
ABC: 2 (S)
Assessment |
$49
Order Here |
Safety in the O & P / Pedorthic Workplace |
By successfully
completing this CD, the student should be able to make decisions
regarding safety, organization, and management based on sound legal and
ethical considerations, recognize how the systems theory is interwoven
into the O & P workplace, recognize Continuous Improvement methods for
problem solving, describe the impact of accidents on the O & P area,
recognize the elements of liability and how to safeguard O & P Practices
from litigation, identify safety and health hazards and educate others
on essential processes for hazard control, develop and employ both
cognitive and performance safety tests, form safety committees, conduct
safety and health inspections, employ principles of good O & P
laboratory planning, maintain the O & P workplace laboratory, use fire
protection equipment, select and properly use personal protection
equipment, and use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). |
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ABC: 4.5 (B)
Assessment |
$99
Order Here |
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OSU Foot
Anatomy CD |
This interactive self-paced learning
module is a state-of-the-art form of education. Developed by OSU-Okmulgee’s
Pedorthic Footwear Technology Program, users will acquire professional
knowledge and skills in Pedorthic techniques, patient management, practice
management and professional responsibility by completing the learning module
series. Includes pictures, illustrations, quizzes, coursework and audio. |
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N/A |
$99
Order Here |
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Practice Management for Pedorthists |
This CD will guide
the student to a knowledge of basic management skills needed
in order to maintain a successful pedorthic practice. It includes
Sources of Medical Referrals, Developing Referring Professionals,
Communicating Patient Information, Education, Team Approach to Foot Care,
Pricing and Billing, Insurance and Facility Management. |
|
ABC: 2 (B)
Assessment |
$49
Order Here |
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Patient Management for Pedorthists |
This CD will guide the
student to the knowledge and ability to instruct a patient on the
potential effectiveness of the pedorthic treatment protocols, and
related fees, using clear communication to help a patient understand and
accept realistic goals. It will also enable the pedorthist to know what
initial questions they should ask of a patient, understand the
importance of listening skills, know what type of information may be
revealed in an initial patient interview, and show concern for the
patient’s problem. |
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ABC: 2 (S)
Assessment |
$49
Order Here |
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Medicare Standards (page 18) state that the clinician MUST "Perform
an in person diagnosis-specific functional clinical examination as
related to the beneficiary’s use and need of the orthoses/prostheses
(e.g., sensory function, range of motion, joint stability, skin
condition (integrity, color, and temperature), presence of edema
and/or wounds, vascularity, pain, manual muscle testing,
compliance, cognitive ability and medical history)"
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Product |
Description |
Price** |
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The Digital Angle Finder is
finally here!!! Measure absolute level and ROM angles with one device!
Super large clear crystal display makes digital angle measurements very
easy to read. Chrome-finished alloy body and uses standard 9V battery.
Great for measuring joint ROM. A “must have” for functional assessment.
|
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$75
Order Here |
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Foot Skeleton with
portions of tibia and fibula, wire mounted. |
$39
Order Here |
Multiuse Monofilament |
Acrylic handle 10g/5.07
monofilament. The diabetic neuropathy protective sensation tester.
Protective case and instruction sheet included. |
$25
Order Here |
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Tuning Fork |
Diabetic sensory 128CPS
alloy tuning fork. Used to assess vibratory sensation loss. |
$25
Order Here |
Non-Contact Pocket
Thermometer |
Small enough to fit in
your pocket. Readings in Fahrenheit (-27 to 230 degrees) or Celsius (-33
to 110 degrees). Instant readings, response times under one second. Used
to assess differential temperatures between feet in the diabetic
patient. |
$25
Order Here |
Molding Pillow |
This molding pillow is used to efficiently
mold prefabricated Medicare diabetic foot orthotics. It frees up one
hand to make the process twice as fast. |
$30
Order Here |
Heat Gun |
Perfect for heating prefabricated orthotics.
110v. Heat range from 630°F to 1000°F |
$25
Order Here |
UV LED Keychain Woods Lamp |
Ultraviolet lights are used for
assessment of skin conditions. The
ultraviolet radiation itself is
invisible to the human eye, but
illuminating certain materials with
UV radiation prompts the visible
effects of fluorescence and
phosphorescence. Normally your skin
will not fluoresce, or shine, under
the ultraviolet light. This test
reveal different colors according to
the possible type of skin condition
present, which may include:
Blue, non-fluorescing skin - Healthy
skin
White spots - Thick layer of dead
skin cells (corns and calluses)
Light purple - Dehydration
Dark purple - Sensitive, thin and
dehydrated
Brown spots - Pigmentation and sun
damage
Orange - Oily skin
Coral Red (Erythrasma - Bacterial
skin infection)
Golden Yellow (Tinea Versicolor -
Fungal skin infection)
Pale Green (Trichophyton Schoenleini
- Fungal nail infection)
Bright Yellowgreen (Microsporum
Audouini - Ringworm)
Aquagreen To Blue (Pseudomonas
Aeruginosa - Hemmorage, Necrosis &
Septicaemia)
Pink To Pink-orange (Porphyria
Cutanea Tarda - Sensitivity to
light)NOTE:
This is not meant to be a diagnostic
tool, but should be used to
determine if a referral to a
physician is warranted.
Download
Chart Here
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$10 Call to order |
UV 9 LED Aluminum Woods Lamp |
This
is a high quality UV 9 LED Aluminum Woods Lamp
powered by 3 AAA cells (not
included). It provides an ultra
bright light for environments where
a dark exam room is not practical.
See chart above for usage.NOTE: This is not meant to be a
diagnostic tool, but should be used to determine if a referral to a
physician is warranted. Download Chart Here |
$25 Call to order |
Ink Pencil |
Indelible blue ink pencil used to mark landmarks when
casting. Each. |
$3
Order Here |
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Muscle Flashcards
- (Click for
sample)
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Muscles of the foot and lower leg
flashcards. Includes graphics, Origin, Insertion, Action and
Innervation. Set of 25 in plastic case. |
$12
Order Here |
- Pathology Flashcards
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(Click for sample)
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Pathology flashcards. Include AKA, Etiology,
Epidemiology, Effect on gait, Orthotic Solutions, Shoe / Shoe
modification solutions. Set of 30 post card size. |
$15
Order Here |
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Large capacity glue container with
convenient 1" wide brush and lid. Keeps glue ready at all times. No need
to clean between jobs. |
$25
Order Here |
Surform Rasp |
10" half-round rasp used in modifying
plaster molds. |
$9
Order Here |
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Brannock foot measuring device. Specify Mens, Womens or Unisex. |
$75
Order Here |
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Goniometer, 6" plastic. Used to measure
varus/valgus and range of motion of joints. |
$9
Order Here |
