"A little learning is a dangerous thing -- Alexander Pope
This famous quote could be applied to O&P technology. This month's feature article, "The Hidden Dangers of Orthotic Technology," by Judith Philipps Otto, sounds words of warning from experts and offers a path to a solution.
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"Miracles on a Mountainside" helps war veterans reclaim a part of their lives that they may have thought was gone forever. You will enjoy the inspiring story in this issue.
The orthotics and prosthetics profession faces various obstacles in Latin America, but despite these, the field has made progress. Alberto Castillo Moreno, OP, analyzes the current state of O&P in Latin America.
Maulee, a collie mix, regained her quality of life, thanks to caring owners and a skilled prosthetist. Her story is told in our Creature Care department article. A surprising number of certified prosthetists and orthotists have used their expertise to help our furry and feathered friends. A veterinarian told The O&P EDGE that most veterinarians do not possess the necessary knowledge when these skills are called for, and he expressed appreciation for the efforts of O&P professionals, who often end up providing their help at cost or less. If you have an interesting experience in providing animal O&P treatment, please let us know! We would enjoy publishing your story. Please contact Meredy Fullen, managing editor: Meredy@westernmediallc.com ; 740.253.2811.
More Learning
The quote mentioned at the beginning continues: "...Drink deep, or taste not the Pierian spring: there shallow draughts intoxicate the brain, and drinking largely sobers us again."
What is the "Pierian spring"? A Google search of the Internet reveals that in Greek mythology, it was the spring by which the Muses, who sponsored the arts and learning, sat. So drinking deeper symbolizes gaining more knowledge. The O&P field continues to offer many opportunities for individuals to increase their knowledge both didactically and hands-on. Both the profession itself and individuals within it can be likened to a boat being rowed upstream. If the boat stops moving forward, it will start to go backward. Hopefully the O&P field will continue to progress, despite the rocks and shoals in the stream!
