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3D Printing in Orthotics & Prosthetics

Creality’s $177 Million IPO Signals a New Phase for Desktop 3D Printing — and the O&P Industry Should Pay Attention

Creality's $177 million IPO marks a pivotal moment for affordable 3D printing, reshaping the O&P...

By The Editor

3D Printing in Orthotics & Prosthetics

Digital Is Powerful, But Plaster Still Matters: Why CPOs and Technicians Must Not Lose Manual Rectification Skills

Explore the balance between digital innovation and manual skills in prosthetics and orthotics,...

By The Editor

Lower Limb Orthotics & Prosthetics

Ottobock’s 3D-Printed iconiq Liner Signals a New Era of Personalised Prosthetic Fitting

Ottobock's iconiq 3D-printed silicone liner revolutionizes prosthetic fitting, enhancing comfort...

By The Editor

Global Failure to Protect Health Care in Conflict Deepens Rehabilitation Crisis
Kazakhstan Conference Highlights Orthotics, Paediatric Rehabilitation and Workforce Development
WHO: One in Four Injuries in Gaza Are Life-Changing as Rehabilitation Services Struggle to Keep Pace

Middle East Orthotics & Prosthetics News

Middle East Orthotics & Prosthetics
Global Failure to Protect Health Care in Conflict Deepens Rehabilitation Crisis
Middle East Orthotics & Prosthetics
WHO: One in Four Injuries in Gaza Are Life-Changing as Rehabilitation Services Struggle to Keep Pace
Middle East Orthotics & Prosthetics
Gaza Prosthetics Centre Warns 6,000 Amputees Need Urgent Long-Term Rehabilitation
Middle East Orthotics & Prosthetics
FREE Online Event to Examine Trauma-Induced Disability in Gaza and the Recovery of Rehabilitation Services

Country Profiles

Country Profiles
South Sudan Orthotics & Prosthetics Country Profile
Country Profiles
Central African Republic Orthotics & Prosthetics Country Profile
Country Profiles
Chad Orthotics & Prosthetics Country Profile

CPO of the Week

CPO of the Week
CPO of the Week: Mostafa Alkhlil from Damascus, Syria
CPO of the Week
CPO of the Week: Seba Akkad from Aleppo, Syria
CPO of the Week
CPO of the Week: Emmanuel Mayakah Onduso from Nairobi, Kenya

South Asia Orthotics & Prosthetics News

South Asia Orthotics & Prosthetics
NAPO Pakistan Announces Overseas Cabinet to Connect Pakistani P&O Professionals With Global Opportunities
South Asia Orthotics & Prosthetics
Cambodia Prosthetic Fitting Camp Study Raises Quality and Follow-Up Concerns
South Asia Orthotics & Prosthetics
Myanmar Students Complete Prosthetic and Orthotic Studies in Cambodia
South Asia Orthotics & Prosthetics
Sindh Allocates Rs800 Million for Assistive Devices for Disabled Persons
South Asia Orthotics & Prosthetics
Nasir Ahmad Appointed President of NAPO Pakistan

AMPUTEE sports

Amputee Sports
Gaza Sunbirds in Cairo Show How Para-Sport Can Rebuild Identity After Amputation
Amputee Sports
Gaza Teen Amputee Akram al-Fayyumi Holds on to Life Through Skating
Amputee Sports
Ghana’s Black Challenge to Compete at 2026 WAFF Amputee Football World Cup in Mexico

O&P Business NEWS

OTWorld 2026 Closes Record Anniversary Edition as Leipzig Becomes Global Centre for Rethinking Orthopaedic Care

By The Editor May 30 2026

Orthotics & Prosthetics Business

ISPO Webinar to Help O&P Professionals Build Clear, Ethical and Impactful Clinical Case Studies

May 28 2026

Orthotics & Prosthetics Business

Global Orthotic Devices Market Forecast to Grow Toward 2035 as Diabetes, Ageing and Digital Fabrication Drive Demand

May 25 2026

Orthotics & Prosthetics Business

Hypershell Raises $50 Million as Consumer Exoskeletons Move From Niche Robotics Toward Mass Mobility

May 24 2026

Orthotics & Prosthetics Business

Orthotics & Prosthetics 3D Printing News

Creality’s $177 Million IPO Signals a New Phase for Desktop 3D Printing — and the O&P Industry Should Pay Attention

By The Editor Jun 1 2026

3D Printing in Orthotics & Prosthetics

Digital Is Powerful, But Plaster Still Matters: Why CPOs and Technicians Must Not Lose Manual Rectification Skills

Jun 1 2026

3D Printing in Orthotics & Prosthetics

FITASY Uses AI and 3D Printing to Offer Single-Shoe Purchasing for Prosthetic Users

May 24 2026

3D Printing in Orthotics & Prosthetics

TPU vs EVA Insoles: Why 3D-Printed TPU Offers Strong Wear Resistance for Orthotic Care

May 3 2026

3D Printing in Orthotics & Prosthetics

Africa orthotics & prosthetics News

Al-Fadl Medical Marks More Than 30 Years of Prosthetics and Orthotics Innovation in Egypt

By The Editor May 28 2026

Africa Orthotic & Prosthetic

Cure Bionics Hosts Senior Military Delegation as Tunisia’s Bionic Prosthetics Sector Gains Strategic Recognition

May 24 2026

Africa Orthotic & Prosthetic

South African Study Shows How Reusing Prosthetic Components Could Reduce Waiting Times and Improve Access

May 24 2026

Africa Orthotic & Prosthetic

Post-Amputation Pain Is a Growing Health Challenge for South Africa — and a Warning for the Wider IMEA Region

May 24 2026

Africa Orthotic & Prosthetic

Lower Limb News

Ottobock’s 3D-Printed iconiq Liner Signals a New Era of Personalised Prosthetic Fitting

Ottobock's iconiq 3D-printed silicone liner revolutionizes prosthetic fitting, enhancing comfort...

By The Editor May 30 2026

Lower Limb Orthotics & Prosthetics

The Comfort Paradox: Why “Feeling Good” Can Be Dangerous for the Diabetic Foot

Discover the comfort paradox in diabetic footwear, highlighting the risks of choosing comfort over...

By The Editor May 22 2026

Lower Limb Orthotics & Prosthetics

Rafael Nadal’s Orthopaedic Insole: A Powerful Reminder That Foot Biomechanics Can Change a Career

Explore how Rafael Nadal's custom orthopaedic insole helped manage his foot condition, underscoring...

By The Editor May 12 2026

Lower Limb Orthotics & Prosthetics

Poor Prosthetic Fit Is Not a Small Problem: Why CPOs Across IMEA Should Treat Socket Comfort as a Whole-Body Issue

Explore the critical importance of prosthetic socket comfort as a whole-body issue, emphasizing...

By The Editor May 7 2026

Lower Limb Orthotics & Prosthetics

Why Patients Say Yes to Custom Orthotics: Visibility, Trust and a Clear Value Story

Discover why patients choose custom orthotics and how clinics can enhance visibility, build trust,...

By The Editor May 1 2026

Lower Limb Orthotics & Prosthetics

Orthotics & Prosthetics Technology News

Nike x Hyperice Recovery Footwear Shows How Consumer Tech Is Moving Closer to Clinical Rehabilitation

Nike and Hyperice's innovative recovery footwear blends compression and heat for athletes, raising...

By The Editor May 9 2026

O&P Technology

Adidas’ Record-Breaking Marathon Shoe Shows How Materials Technology Could Influence O&P Footwear and Orthotic Care

Apr 27 2026

New Regeneration Study Points to Genetic Signals Behind Limb Repair — but Human Limb Regrowth Remains a Long-Term Goal

Apr 21 2026

Researchers Develop AI-Based Prosthesis Recommendation System to Support Clinical Decision-Making
Phantom Neuro Approved for First-In-Human Study of Minimally Invasive Prosthetic Control System
GaitPulse app aims to make prosthetic care more measurable between clinic visits
Humotech wants to make prosthetic foot fitting more like an eye test
Chinese researchers develop soft sensor to improve robotic hand posture awareness