Tradeshow Workshops
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Technical Workshop: "Lower Extremity Product Selection Guidelines for Children with Neuromuscular Disorders"
This course will identify different levels of orthotic intervention and link them to the appropriate level of dysfunction. It will feature demonstrations of modifications, including the integration of foot orthotics to enhance functional outcomes. Additionally, the course will highlight specific patient cases where Allard's energy return AFOs - KiddieGAIT, KiddieROCKER, and the new patented KiddieFLOW - maximized functional improvements and overall outcomes.
Time: 12:20 - 1:05pm
Location: TBA
Speaker: Robert Meier, CO
Friday, June 13th, 2025
Technical Workshop: "12 Steps to Fabricate a Partial Foot Prosthesis for Optimum Patient Outcomes"
A step-by-step fabrication technique designed to minimize shearing forces, reduce friction-related skin abrasions, and optimize pressure distribution. Participants will learn how to systematically create a well-fitting, comfortable, and functional prosthesis - beginning with the positive model and progressing through each stage to the final product. Emphasis will be placed on innovative strategies to prevent callus formation, mitigate the risk of blistering, and reduc excessive pressure that can lead to tissue breakdown.
Time: 3:45 - 5:45pm
Location: TBA
Speaker: Steve Hughes, CFo, LO
Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Technical Workshop: "There's No One Foot for All Patients"
This in-depth course reviews key criteria for choosing and fitting a prosthetic foot based on individual patient needs, including physical attributes, biomechanics, and lifestyle factors. This presentation examines the critical interaction between prosthetic foot design and alignment considerations to optimize patient outcomes. Additionally, modern shoe designs can influence prosthetic foot perofmrnace and alignment, making shoe selection an essential part of the discussion.
Time: 3:45 - 5:45pm
Location: TBA
Speaker: Jack Richmond, CPOA