Posts tagged Technician
Limbcare Technician of the Year closing date extended
Jan 26th
The closing date for nominations for the Limbcare Technician of the Year Award has been extended until 29th of February. This is down to the fact that the judges will not be able to meet until late March to consider the nominations so we felt it would give us an opportunity to give nominators another month to send in their nominations.
Do you know a Technician who goes that extra mile? Someone who makes sure their patients device is suitable for their activities or has a great understanding of what their patient needs. Maybe it’s a Technician who has overcome barriers to allow them to carry out their duties, or Technicians who consistently produce excellent and innovative devices? Well now is your chance to give them something back by nominating them for the Limbcare Technician of the Year Award.
The prize is £400 and the Technician can be nominated by anyone, be it a Manager, a Clinician, a fellow Technician or a Patient or User. Limbcare will shortlist 3 Technicians before deciding the winner and the 2 runners-up will also receive a cash prize.
To nominate your Technician of the Year simply tell us in under 400 words why they should win this award. Send your entry together with a completed Nomination Detail Form to the BAPO Secretariat at the address below. Nomination forms can also be downloaded from the BAPO website www.bapo.com or click here
Please send your nomination to:
Limbcare Technician of the Year Award 2012
British Association of Prosthetists & Orthotists (BAPO)
Sir James Clark Building, Abbey Mill Business Centre, Paisley,
Renfrewshire, PA1 1TJ
Tel: 0141 561 7217 Fax: 0141 561 7218
Email: enquiries@bapo.com Web: www.bapo.com
UGANDA PROJECT
Dec 4th
UGANDA PROJECT
The UK throws thousands of pounds worth of orthotic equipment away every year as it is not fit for purpose or unneeded. Although these cannot be re-used in the UK there are areas in the developing world that would significantly benefit if these orthotic devices could be recycled.
A clinical and economic team from Nottingham University Hospitals are leading a trip to Uganda in June 2012 to treat patients suffering from poliomyelitis and desperately need used and unwanted lower limb orthosis to help this patient group. They are also seeking Orthotist and Technician volunteers for the 14 day trip to help assist with treating patients. This is therefore also a request for volunteers to give their time and skill to help others. Travel expenses, costs of immunisation and living costs will be covered by the projects sponsors.
We already have a large number of orthotic devices donated for the project but are desperate for more. Specifically we need
KAFO’s
AFO’s
Adapted Footwear
Side Steels and unwanted joints
(even singles)
Leather/Padding materials Straps, knee caps etc
Part of the trip is to perform an economic study to try to measure the costs of disability in the developing world and see how orthotic treatment improves lives and independence. This will hopefully be the first of many trips. If you would like to volunteer to be part of the team or have some orthosis to donate please contact Simon Dickinson on 07595 284928 or email: simon.dickinson@nuh.nhs.uk There is also a facebook group entitled “Uganda Polio Project” please share this project with your colleagues and contribute if you can. The container will be leaving Nottingham for Uganda in February 2012 and the clinical/technical/economic team will be in Uganda in the last 2 weeks of June 2012.

Still a few place left for the Algeos Training Days
Nov 30th
Algeos are pleased to annouce that they will be holding an in-house training day on the Amfit and Elftman systems. Presentations from clinical experts Heidi Meckler and Sarah Boardman will cover the full system capabilities and advantages to you and your business!
There will also be an opportunity to tour our factory premises including our Podiatry showroom.
Course dates:
Wednesday 14th December 2011 10am-3.30pm
Thursday 15th December 2011 10am-3.30pm
Amfit Orthotics Fabrication System
Presented by: Sara Boardman DPodM, MChS
Discover how the Amfit Orthotic Fabrication System can revolutionise how you create your orthotics. Be in complete control of your patients Orthotics (both accomodative & functional) from measurement and assessment to the complete manufacture of the fi nished device.
The Amfit systems can be matched to your own specific company requirements based on volumes, product needs and commitment level.
The full informative programme, to be presented by clinical expert Sara Boardman, will cover the full Amft capabilities including production methods and compatable materials.
■ Learn how to create accurate yet cost effective custom orthotics.
■ Learn how to fabricate Orthotics for most conditions in less than one hour!
■ Learn how to achieve precise, fast and repeatable results.
■ Making the business case work.
■ Growing your business with Amfit.
Elftman Foot Pressure Analysis System
Presented by: Heidi Meckler BSc, MChS, HPC Reg
The Podotech Elftman is a versatile, efficient, cost effective comprehensive foot analysis system. Quick and easy to use, the Podotech Elftman is an essential tool when working in any fast-paced clinical environment.
The full informative programme, to be presented by biomechanics expert Heidi Meckler, will cover the extraordinary & highly reliable capabilities of the Podotech Elftman.
■ Learn about the 3 Scan types: Static, Dynamic & Postural
■ Learn about the comparative capabilities.
■ Learn about the immediate storage & report generation.
We are offering this 1 day training session FREE OF CHARGE on the 14th* and 15th* of December 2011. Refreshments will be served throughout the day. Numbers are limited and as we are sure it will prove to be a popular event, we recommend you book now to secure your place.
Please speak to your Algeos sales representative to confirm your attendance at this event, or alternatively contact Francis Barrett at: francis.barrett@algeos.com.
*Please state your choice of day when you confi rm attendance
Limbcare technician of the year award 2012
Nov 9th
Nomination form for the above award can now be downloaded from the BAPO web site
Limbcare Technician of the Year 2012
Oct 24th
The BAPO Technician Committee are pleased to announce the 2012
Limbcare Technician of the Year Award
Do you know a Technician who goes that extra mile? Someone who makes sure their patients device is suitable for their activities or has a great understanding of what their patient needs. Maybe it’s a Technician who has overcome barriers to allow them to carry out their duties, or Technicians who consistently produce excellent and innovative devices? Well now is your chance to give them something back by nominating them for the Limbcare Technician of the Year Award.
The prize is £400 and the Technician can be nominated by anyone, be it a Manager, a Clinician, a fellow Technician or a Patient or User. Limbcare will shortlist 3 Technicians before deciding the winner and the 2 runners-up will also receive a cash prize.
To nominate your Technician of the Year simply tell us in under 300 words why they should win this award. Send your entry together with a completed Nomination Detail Form to the BAPO Secretariat at the address below. Closing date for entries is 31 January 2012.
Please send your nomination to
Limbcare Technician of the Year Award 2012
British Association of Prosthetists&Orthotists (BAPO)
Sir James Clark Building, Abbey Mill Business Centre, Paisley,
Renfrewshire, PA1 1TJ
Tel: 0141 561 7217 Fax: 0141 561 7218
Email: enquiries@bapo.com Web www.bapo.com
European Limb Loss Day on the 3rd December 2011
Oct 13th
The Associate Parliamentary Limb Loss Group ‘APLLG’ announces a European Limb Loss Day on the 3rd December 2011, this being held within the European Day of People with Disabilities in collaboration with the European Commission. The rights of persons who have lost limbs and the barriers that they face for instance in their personal mobility or dexterity in their access to employment and healthcare would be further embraced within a national launch and associated activities.
With increasing numbers of people being directly or indirectly affected by limbloss the opportunities to help, inform, support and promote are there. These are in part highlighted in the poster presentation entitled “celebrating Quality; Equality & New Lives from Skilled Health & Social Care Services for People with Limb Loss
The benefits of this European Limb Loss Day will be wide ranging including patient or peer support crossing the borders; increasing public awareness of the ‘hidden disability’ that is Limb Loss to patient involvement and the promotion of best practices within the healthcare services, the workplace and society inclusion across the members states and beyond!
Also with London 2012 there are opportunities to build on the Paralympic games promoting ability over disability, exercise for fun and improved health, increased independence, and improved awareness of the risks of amputation and what can be done to prevent amputation.
The APLLG is already outreaching from the UK and feel it is a further opportunity to help, bringing limb loss individuals, their families and friends, stakeholders, healthcare professionals, service providers, manufacturers, innovators and others including parliamentary groups closer together as well as along with their European counterparts.
As Europe becomes increasing mobile and the societies become increasingly open such a day would benefit both the individual and the many caring healthcare professionals who provide many vital specialist services. Thereby further promoting cross and inter‐country structures that support and enhance service provision. Increased awareness of limb loss would also further assist in educating, informing and influencing specialist commissioners and commissioners and decision makers at all levels and across society (including employment) thereby enabling better decisions, increased access across society and borders whilst improving a more co‐ordinated service provision.
For clarity when we refer to Limb Loss it is not purely ‘amputees’ or ‘amputation’, as this also includes congenital limb loss, that is a limb loss from birth. Also this includes the prevention of Limb Loss for instance considering and raising awareness of Obesity and Diabetes but importantly also recognising the differing needs of Children and Old People
Technical Sales Executive – Algeos (Liverpool, UK)
Oct 5th
Job description: Reporting to the Divisional Manager, the TSE is primarily responsible for promoting Algeos range of O&P products across the U.K and Eire. This role provides an opportunity for the suitable applicant to build close relationships and generate revenue within an assigned account base.
Read more on careers pages: Technical Sales (Algeos)
Limbcare Shop Opens
Sep 16th
After the Grand Opening Saturday 23rd July the new Limbcare shop is open.
We are proud to announce the opening of our shop in Addlestone High Street Surrey. Thanks to Runnymede Borough Council and Director Roy Wright and his team the shop was opened in a week of obtaining the keys. A tremendous lot of hard work and many late hours but the end product is excellent and the feedback on the day was fantastic. A big thank you for all involved to help get our Flag ship store up and running.
Please drop in and see the wonderful products we have to offer and help support a locally set up charity and most importantly the limb impaired and amputees.
We are aiming to bring this shop on line, so don’t worry if you cant visit us, We will be soon bringing our on line shop to you. Check back soon for more details.
The store is located at:
155 Station Road
Addlestone
KT15 2AD
Opening Times
9am to 5pm Monday – Saturday.
Orthotics Technology Forum 2012 dates announced
Sep 3rd
Orthotics Technology Forum 2012 dates announced!
Next year’s Orthotic Technology Forum will be held on 12th & 13th July 2012 at University of Salford in Greater Manchester, UK.
The 2 day conference will include an evening meal at Old Trafford, home of Manchester United.
The programme is set to as varied and educational as this year’s event, showing technology which is currently being used in the design and manufacture of orthotic insoles as well as what may be on the horizon.
This event will again be CPD approved and count towards your professional development.
Please put the dates in your diary now and we will update you shortly when the programme is confirmed and when registration opens.
Visit www.orthotics-technology-forum.com for more information.
Why University of Salford?
The University of Salford has fantastic new facilities in its School for Health, Sports and Rehibilitation, including a multi million pound podiatry clinic, digital analysis rooms and orthotics labs.
The University is home to UNIPOD (United National Institute for Prosthetics & Orthotics Development) – The only Prosthetics and Orthotics higher education provider in England.
University of Salford’s podiatry clinic
Old Trafford
Included in your registration for the event, will be an evening meal on Thursday 12th July for all of our delegates to attend to relax, network and socialise.
Next year’s meal will be held at Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United Football Club. Delegates will be invited to enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the club’s Museum which houses three floors of history and memorabelia before enjoying a 3 course meal in the Evolution Suite with fantastic pitch side views.
Old Trafford pitch
Why should you attend?
You will see technologies already being used successfully by orthotics laboratories around the world alongside emerging technologies and research projects giving an insight into custom orthotic advances over the next few years.
The event is educational and will expose attendees to new and emerging technologies including hands on experience with a tour of University of Salford’s podiatry facilities as well as contribute towards your continued professional development.
There will also be an opportunity for delegates and speakers to network during the sessions and breaks to share experiences.
Who should attend?
• Laboratory Managers
• Innovative Podiatrists / Orthotists
• Anyone interested in improving the efficiency and profitability of their laboratory or clinic
Register your place and pay online at www.orthotics-technology-forum.com or contact Hannah Harlock at hlh@delcam.com.
Once you have successfully registered for the event, you will be sent confirmation along with details of hotels that we have negotiated special rates with.
Hosted by:
Foundation Degree in Clinical Technology – applications now being accepted
Aug 22nd
Applications are now being accepted for the new Foundation Degree in Clinical Technology at London South Bank Unniversity.
It is possible for students to apply online at http://clearing.lsbu.ac.uk/ This will speed up the enrolment procedure.
London South Bank University’s (LSBU) Faculty of Engineering, Science and The Built Environment is launching a new Foundation Degree in Clinical Technology this September.
The validated two-year course has been developed to support technical and support staffs who are already employed within the rehabilitation sector, including prosthetics, orthotics, and special seating. An Open Day, which will include talks from the Course Director, LSBU’s Dr Geoff Goss, and a number of top industry names, will be held on LSBU’s Southwark campus on Monday 20 June.
The course was developed when LSBU was approached by colleagues from the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, and the programme of study was subsequently designed in close partnership with the NHS, industry and the Associated Parliamentary Limb Loss Group. It has been developed in response to a recognised skills gap. This skills gap has resulted from the shortage of apprenticeships during the 1980s and 1990s, which created an aging workforce. The course will also help to meet the growing need for special seating, orthotics and prosthetic devices in the UK due to the increase in diabetes, neurological conditions, an aging population and casualties from conflict zones. Students will be able to broaden and extend the experience they have already gained in the work place through four main core subject areas – mechanics, materials, manufacturing and design, and clinical rehabilitation. They will also be taught how to utilise the latest innovative technologies.
Dr Geoff Goss, of LSBU’s Faculty of Engineering, Science and The Built Environment says: “We are really excited about the launch of the new Clinical Technology course at LSBU. There is a clearly established need for this course with the industry skills gap set against a growing demand for these devices due to the dramatic rise in diabetes and an increasingly aging population. Technicians will be able to bring back skills to their workplace, including making the most of the latest technologies, which will not only further their own professional development but also benefit their employers too.”
Jose Spring, Research and Development Coordinator at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, says: “The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability appreciates LSBU’s enthusiasm in providing training on special seating, which is not provided anywhere else in the UK. It will be an extremely well-rounded course, for the first time, spanning both the faculties of Health & Social Care and Engineering.”