The Prosthetics and Orthotics Podcast
The Prosthetics and Orthotics Podcast is a deep dive into what 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing mean for prosthetics and orthotics. We’re Brent and Joris both passionate about 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing. We’re on a journey together to explore the digitization of prostheses and orthoses together. Join us! Have a question, suggestion or guest for us? Reach out. Or have a listen to the podcast here. The Prosthetic and Orthotic field is experiencing a revolution where manufacturing is being digitized. 3D scanning, CAD software, machine learning, automation software, apps, the internet, new materials and Additive Manufacturing are all impactful in and of themselves. These developments are now, in concert, collectively reshaping orthotics and prosthetics right now. We want to be on the cutting edge of these developments and understand them as they happen. We’ve decided to do a podcast to learn, understand and explore the revolution in prosthetics and orthotics.
The Prosthetics and Orthotics Podcast
It's Personal: Socket Design and Product Development with Dale Perkins
Join us as we celebrate 100 Episodes with Dale Perkins of Coyote Designs sharing his insights on how he has left a legacy through socket design and product development. His dual expertise as a prosthetist and an amputee brings a unique perspective to the conversation. We'll explore his personal story of overcoming his amputation through groundbreaking medical interventions and the life-changing impact of innovative prosthetic design.
Discover how prosthetic technology has transformed over the past five decades, from rudimentary wooden legs to today’s advanced 3D printed solutions. We'll discuss the resistance to change among seasoned practitioners, the importance of personalized patient care, and the essential role of new technologies in improving patient outcomes. Dale shares invaluable lessons from his career, emphasizing the need for continual learning and adaptation in this rapidly evolving field.
Looking to the future, we critique the current state of prosthetic education and industry practices, advocating for a more patient-centered approach. We explore the crucial influence of surgical outcomes on prosthetic success and call for younger orthopedic surgeons to engage more deeply in amputation surgeries. This episode is a celebration of our podcast’s global reach and the profound impact of shared knowledge and innovation in the prosthetics and orthotics community. Join us as we commemorate this milestone and envision the future!
This episode is brought to you by Comb and Advanced 3D.
