KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Modern Osseointegration: Clinical Innovation, Lived Experience, and Peer Support
Dr. Stephen Wallace, Orthopaedic Surgeon, West Coast Lengthening/Summit Orthopaedics,
Richard Enoch Jones, One Left Founder, Film Maker, Limb-Different-Person, and
Katie Janiszewski, MSOP, CPO

Dr. Stephen Wallace will present the clinical principles and evolution of modern osseointegration, highlighting the multidisciplinary approach to patient care. He will be joined by his patient, Richard Jones, founder of One Left, who will share his personal journey with osseointegration and discuss the role of peer support, patient advocacy, and the One Left film in improving access and empowering others considering limb reconstruction and amputation care.

Modern Osseointegration: A Multidisciplinary Approach  
Abstract:
Osseointegration is rapidly transforming the care of amputees by creating a direct skeletal connection between the residual limb and prosthesis. This session will review the basics of modern osseointegration surgery while emphasizing the essential multidisciplinary collaboration required for successful patient outcomes. Attendees will gain insight into surgical principles, rehabilitation pathways, prosthetic integration, patient selection, and team communication strategies that support safe and effective osseointegration programs.

Learning Outcomes:
At the completion of this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Understand the roles of surgeons, prosthetists, therapists, and rehabilitation specialists within a multidisciplinary osseointegration team.
2. Identify appropriate patient selection criteria, indications, and common contraindications for osseointegration.
3. Recognize common postoperative challenges and complications, including infection risk, soft tissue management, and implant-related concerns.
4. Apply practical communication and coordination strategies to improve team-based amputee care.

Film Screening + Discussion
This Film Screening + Discussion features One Left, a documentary examining osseointegration and amputee life through a patient-centered lens. Following the screening, attendees engage in discussion focused on access to advanced care, peer support, and the value of lived experience in orthotic and prosthetic practice. Recognize the physical and psychosocial impacts of limb loss and osseointegration from a patient perspective.

Identify the importance of peer-to-peer support in strengthening the limb-different community. Explore ways clinicians and providers can support collaborative, human-centered care through patient engagement.

https://www.oneleftdoc.com/

Printing Potential: Advancing Gross Motor Skills with the Surestep SMO3D
Rob Novak, CO Director of Sales, Surestep

This course introduces orthotists to Surestep’s latest innovation-the Surestep SMO3D. Building on 25 years of expertise and more than 2 million SMOs provided to children, Surestep has integrated its proven dynamic stability into a 3D-printed design. With new structural features and a consistent, low-profile fit, the Surestep SMO3D supports the development of gross motor skills while maintaining dynamic stability.
• Understand the difference between dynamic stability and static stability and when patients can benefit from each
• Review key design features of Surestep SMO3D
• Understand patient population that benefits from the Surestep SMO3D

Stability in Motion: Hydraulic Feet in Action
Amy Ginsburg, CPO,  Senior Clinical Educator, Fillauer Companies

Understand why hydraulic feet may be a valid option for end users. Be able to list Fillauer hydraulic feet. Understand the key benefits of Fillauer hydraulic feet.

Partial Hand & Partial Finger Prosthetic Options, Candidacy, and Considerations
Kristy Powell, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist, Össur Americas

Abstract:

Attendees of this presentation on partial hand/partial finger loss prosthetic solutions will be able to:
1. Comprehend the available prostheses for this underserved patient population;
2. Identify candidates who can benefit from these prosthetic interventions.
3. Understand the immediate functional benefits of these prosthetic solutions as well as the long-term benefits of utilizing a prosthesis over a lifetime.

 
Designing for Belonging: A Refined Model of Prosthetic Rehabilitation and Community
Trevor Grimbleby, CPO – Founder & President, The Amp Group, Inc.

Abstract:
A Refined Look Into Specialized, Prosthetic Care And A Community-Based Clinic Model.
1. Genuinely, Focused Rehabilitation
2. Care Creativity
3. Servant-Mindset.

Gait Analysis, The Next Step
Noel Chladek, CO, LPO, Owner Bio-Mechanical Composites, Inc.

Presentation of the Achilles Tendon roll in ambulation and stance. Muscular-Skeletal breakdown of the biomechanics of gait, focused on stance phase. Review of standing kinematics for balance and common compensations. Combining the EEG firing of the lower extremity musculature as it occurs in the gait process. Patient video review of gait analysis, pathological and managed presentations.

 
Reducing Cognitive Load in Myoelectric Use: Early Findings with Adaptive Grip Technology
Jacqueline Valdez, M.Ed., CO, BOCP, FAAOP, Clinical and Technical Support Manager at BionIT Labs

This session examines the clinical application of fully adaptive myoelectric control using Adam’s Hand and the new MyoWorld platform from BionIT Labs. The presentation reviews how continuous, AI‑based pattern recognition reduces the cognitive and physical demands of grip management, supports more efficient training, and improves functional task performance. Attendees will learn how adaptive control strategies can streamline calibration, decrease user fatigue, and enhance consistency in daily activities. The session also introduces MyoWorld as a unified environment for EMG acquisition, calibration, and ongoing performance monitoring, offering clinicians a practical framework for optimizing upper‑limb prosthetic outcomes.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
• Describe how fully adaptive grip technology reduces cognitive load and manual grip‑switching demands in myoelectric prosthesis users.
• Identify key clinical considerations for integrating AI‑based pattern recognition into prosthetic training and follow‑up care.
• Explain how the MyoWorld platform supports EMG acquisition, calibration, and performance monitoring to improve clinical workflow.
• Evaluate the impact of adaptive control strategies on user fatigue, training efficiency, and functional task performance.
• Apply practical guidelines for incorporating adaptive myoelectric systems into patient‑specific rehabilitation plans.

 
Understanding how AI will have a Transformational Impact on your Clinic, and your Life
Ludvig Fraenkel, Engineer, CEO & Co-Founder at Everi Labs

AI is transforming the orthotic and prosthetic clinic, and this session shows exactly how. Drawing on first-hand experience building an AI platform purpose-built for O&P care, this presentation explores how AI is already reducing documentation burden, improving compliance, and giving clinicians more time at the bedside. A live end-to-end patient encounter demonstration will show attendees what this looks like in practice today.

Key Learning Outcomes:
• Understand how AI can automate clinical documentation, from patient intake through claim submission, within a real O&P workflow
• Recognize the measurable impact AI tools have on practitioner efficiency and patient interaction time
• Identify practical steps for evaluating and adopting AI technology in your own clinic
• Understand how AI supports defensible, compliant documentation and reduces claim denials

Mechanisms of Post-Amputation Pain and Bioelectric Nerve Control
Nick Hargus, PhD, Vice President, Clinical and Medical Affairs at Neuros Medical

Join us for a conversation around the mechanisms of chronic post-amputation phantom and residual limb pain and the Altius System. Learners will gain an understanding of the molecular mechanisms that drive aberrant pain signaling following an amputation, how repeated pain episodes can build to chronic, refractory pain, and how a novel FDA-approved bioelectric nerve control device addresses chronic post-amputation pain.

A Novel Patellofemoral Unloader Brace Significantly Improves Pain, Function, and Quality of Life in Patients with Patellofemoral Osteoarthritis 
Maria Giugliano, Area Sales Director, Icarus Medical Innovation and Katie Janiszewski, MSOP, CPO, Spectrum O&P

Course description to come.

From Data to Decisions: Using Outcomes to Enhance Prosthetic and Orthotic Care
Eric Weber, CPO, LP, FAAOP (D), Clinical Leader Lower Limb Care Excellence
Wendy Remington Brewer, CPO, Clinical Leader of Lower Limb Care Excellence
Branden Petersen, CP, Clinical Leader Upper Limb Program

at Hanger Clinic Institute for Clinical Education and Research

Outcomes data is one of the most underutilized assets in O&P practice. This session shows clinicians how to move beyond inconsistent documentation and turn routine outcomes collection into a practical tool for better patient care, smarter clinical decisions, and stronger payer communication — all without overhauling your workflow.

1. Better data, better decisions – Use outcomes measures to guide component selection, socket fit, and treatment planning in real time.
2. Engaged patients, less burnout – Shared outcomes strengthen the patient relationship and remind clinicians why the work matters.
3. Prove your value – Aggregate outcomes to benchmark performance and communicate measurable results to payers and stakeholders.

Energy Storing Partial Foot Prosthesis
Noel Chladek, CO, LPO, Owner Bio-Mechanical Composites, Inc.

Presentation of the functional objective of a partial foot prosthesis. Muscular-Skeletal breakdown of the biomechanics of gait, focused on replacing propulsion in stance phase. Evaluation of varying amputation levels and how they relate to the application of energy return. Review of standing kinematics for balance and common compensations.

From Muscles to the Brain: Rethinking Prosthetic Potential in Children with Congenital Limb Deficiency
Jonathon Schofield, MSc., PhD, Associate Professor University of California, Davis

• Recognize evidence that children with congenital limb deficiency can generate distinct, controllable muscle activation patterns corresponding to intended hand movements.
• Understand how peripheral (EMG, ultrasound) and neural (fMRI) measures reveal preserved sensorimotor representations of the missing hand.
• Identify implications for improving prosthetic prescription, including the potential for more intuitive, multi-grasp control strategies.
• Appreciate how motor capability develops with age and experience, informing timing and approaches to intervention and training.
• Apply updated perspectives on pediatric motor control to guide clinical decision-making and patient expectations.

 
AI-Powered Bionics for Humans and Robots
Aadeel Akhtar, PhD – CEO & Founder PSYONIC

This session explores the intersection of biomechatronics and autonomous robotics through the development of the PSYONIC Ability Hand. We will examine how designing for the rigors of human use by prioritizing speed, impact resistance, and sensory feedback has created a blueprint for the next generation of robotic manipulation. Attendees will discover how advancements in prosthetic dexterity are solving long-standing challenges in robotics, enabling machines to interact more intuitively with unstructured and real-world environments.

By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Identify the Synergies Between Human and Robotic Bionics: Understand how the mechanical and sensory requirements of advanced prosthetics directly translate to improved robotic dexterity and adaptability.
2. Evaluate the Role of Sensory Feedback in Dexterity: Describe how integrating touch and pressure sensors into bionic technology enhances performance for both human users and autonomous systems.
3. Assess Future Trends in Biomechatronics: Analyze how the convergence of AI and durable hardware is setting new standards for the accessibility and capability of bionic limbs on a global scale.

Optimizing Prosthetic Outcomes: The Role of Component Selection, Foot Technology, and Practice Standardization
Bryan Schloss, COF Director of Sales & Marketing, Trulife

This presentation will review the role of aluminum componentry in the evolution of modern prosthetic foot systems. Emphasis will be placed on the clinical and mechanical benefits of aluminum, including weight reduction, durability, and adaptability across patient activity levels. The course will also cover practical considerations for assembly, alignment, and maintenance, highlighting common pitfalls and best practices when working with aluminum components. Attendees will gain applicable insights to support more effective prosthetic design and improved patient outcomes.

Building the Case: Clinical Documentation for K2 MPK Users
Emily Lipski, CPO and Clinical Specialist, BrainRobotics

Provide Certified Prosthetists with the knowledge and tools to identify K2 candidates eligible for MPK coverage under the updated LCD, perform appropriate clinical assessments, and develop effective supporting documentation.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the learner will be able to independently:
1. Explain the recent LCD expansion and its impact on MPK eligibility for the limited community ambulators
2. Summarize current evidence and clinical implications supporting MPK use in lower mobility patients.
3. Identify appropriate candidates for MPK technology based on clinical presentation and current coverage criteria.
4. Develop effective documentation strategies to support medical justification for MPK prescriptions.
5. Access and utilize support resources available through BrainRobotics.

Agilik Smart Orthosis – Walk Taller, Walk Stronger
Curt Bertram CPO, FAAOP – Clinical & Education Lead / Agilik at SPS

Upon completion of this presentation, learners will be able to:
1. Analyze IRB-approved clinical trial data and published research to understand Agilik’s impact on walking endurance, functional mobility, and gait improvement in pediatric and adult populations.
2. Identify the various indications that support patient candidacy for this innovation.
3. Utilize clinical and ordering workflows to ensure precise device fit and performance, while accessing additional clinical training and optional add-on administrative support to streamline delivery and enhance patient outcomes.