From Patient to Practitioner: A Job That Comes Naturally
Bronwen Boe grew up wearing a brace—and now she wants to design and fit them for others.
The Bill Miller Blog
Named after Bill Miller, the founder and inventor of the Boston Brace, who had two great passions in his life – innovation and compassionate care for patients.
By reading these blog posts you will learn more about conditions including scoliosis, plagiocephaly, and lower limb and neuromuscular conditions, including technological advancements, treatment options, and how Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics is working to improve the lives of the people we serve. Bill's spirit lives on here.
Tech Q&A with David Benedict
David Benedict, CTPO, is a technician in the Peabody, Mass., clinic. He fabricates braces, from pouring to modifying all the way to finishing and strapping, so practitioners have the quickest and most efficient fits possible. He's always available to drop what he's doing to assist with fits and adjustments when needed.
Six weeks to symmetry: Fixing the flat spot on infants’ heads
When asked what he loves most about his job, orthotist Dustin Oliver simply says, “It’s the kids.”
Tech Q&A with Kasey Zaleski
Kasey Zaleski has a bright future ahead of her. This finish technician, who has been with Boston O&P for the past year, would love to one day become a prosthetist/orthotist. For now, though, she's focused on supporting the fabrication team in any way she can.
Double-Amputee Football Player Embraces Life without Limitations
All Saleem Messiah ever wanted to do was play football.
He played football as a toddler, tossed the ball with his dad, Majestic, when he was a boy, and now he’s preparing to play defensive tackle for his Union, New Jersey, high-school team.
Sounds like a typical teenager. But the 16-year-old is far from typical.
Tech Q&A with Assali Bazelais
Assali Bazelais is a technician who has been with Boston O&P for 15 years. He specializes in finishing scoliosis and other spinal braces. His goal? “To help as many patients as I can.”
Nighttime Bracing for the Treatment of Scoliosis
The Boston Brace Night Shift is a Boston O&P scoliosis orthosis designed specifically for nighttime wear. It provides comprehensive treatment to all curve types and can help to make bracing more comfortable while still being effective in stopping curve progression.
Tech Q&A with Leo Murphy
Leo Murphy is a scoli finish technician who has been with Boston O&P since 2007. He specializes in finishing scoliosis braces. "When I make a brace and see the in-brace X-ray with a great correction, it makes me feel like I am accomplishing my goals," Murphy said. "I set out to finish the best brace for every patient."