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From the Editor: Revealing High-Tech Dangers
By Miki Fairley "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.
And...
"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! 
Table Of Contents - June 2005
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