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Peter's Story: A Triumph of the Inner Spirit
Peter Bruce has been a patient of NOPCO (now Boston O&P) since 1996. He was born in the Philippines, spending the first five years of his life in a religious orphanage run by nuns. He remembers...
View ArticleJenna's Story
Jenna was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, a form of bone cancer, when she was just four years old. Along with chemotherapy treatment, she also had her left leg amputated. The medical term for the...
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Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics Creates Matching Brace for American Girl Doll
Imagine this: You’re a little girl with scoliosis being measured for a Boston Brace. How would a matching brace for your favorite doll make you feel? According to Samantha Pincus, the answer is "a...
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After Near-Paralysis, 1-Year-Old Charlie is Ready to Walk
Lying on the living room floor of the Landvatter home in Amherst, New Hampshire, three-year-old Noah turns to his baby brother Charlie. “I’m going to tell you a story,” he says. Unable to move his arms...
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"Back" to School Physicals & Scoliosis Screenings
It’s officially back to school season for many families, and that often includes getting a mandated physical for school and / or sports participation.With the increased popularity of walk-in clinics...
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Themed Crafts Can Lend Support Following Scoliosis Diagnosis
Every year, the majority of new scoliosis cases are diagnosed in girls at or near the onset of puberty. It is an already emotionally challenging time in a young person’s life, made more complex by a...
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Is Plagiocephaly the Parents' Fault?
Plagiocephaly, also called "flat head syndrome," is a common condition characterized by a flat spot on the back or side of a baby’s head. It can develop in as little as one week after birth and occurs...
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One-Of-A-Kind Brace Protects Baby Born With Organs Outside Her Body
When Lindsey and Jeremy Walley went for a routine ultrasound at the five-month mark, the only surprise they expected to learn about their unborn child was whether they were having a girl or boy. But...
View ArticleBehind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 1 - Diagnosis)
As pioneers in the field of scoliosis bracing, the professionals at Boston O&P have heard a lot misconceptions associated with scoliosis, living with it, and how it is treated. In this multi-part...
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Q&A with John Berteletti, CO, Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics
John Berteletti has been with Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics for more than 25 years, and has been called “the godfather of the Boston Brace 3D”—the latest evolution of the Boston Brace System,...
View ArticleBehind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 2 - Treatment...
Part 2 of 7: In this post, we tackle common myths we often hear from families who have questions about scoliosis treatment professionals, and provide information to support a better understanding of...
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Behind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 3 - Cost & Insurance)
Part 3 of 7: In this post, we focus on one of the biggest issues for families facing scoliosis treatment—cost and insurance—and share the truth behind some of the most common misconceptions. Myth #8:...
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Behind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 4 - Living with Scoliosis)
Part 4 of 7: In this post, we examine myths we often hear from people and families who are living with scoliosis, and provide information to support a better understanding of scoliosis and scoliosis...
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Behind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 5 - Bracing for Beginners)
Part 5 of 7: Being told you need to wear a brace can be overwhelming, but if you have the right information, it doesn't have to be. In this post, we focus on some myths that those new to bracing might...
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Behind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 6 - More Bracing for...
Part 6 of 7: As you learn more about bracing, you're likely to hear some misconceptions about the process. In this post, we focus on more myths that those new to bracing might hear.Myth #17: Nighttime...
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Behind the Curve: Debunking Top Scoliosis Myths (Part 7 - Fit)
Part 7 of 7: Having the right fit is crucial in making sure your scoliosis brace is comfortable and effective. In this post, we focus on myths about the fit of your scoliosis brace.Myth #20: All...
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6 Questions About Your Child's Plagiocephaly Treatment Answered
When your child is diagnosed with plagiocephaly, it’s natural to be worried. Fortunately, there’s really nothing to be worried about! Not only is plagiocephaly easily treated, it should be a smooth,...
View ArticleLove is in the Air at Boston O&P
At Boston O&P, we love our jobs and we love our families. This Valentine's Day we celebrate two couples that found a way to combine the two.Beth & Russell JonesBeth and Russell Jones have been...
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'It's Not a Disability, It's a Different Ability'
The first time Michael O’Hearn won an alpine skiing medal he slept with it for months. Peculiar? Maybe. But by all accounts, the freckle-faced 16-year-old shouldn’t be standing on a mountain, let alone...
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Tech Q&A with Gordy Frazier
As a helmet tech with Boston Orthotics & Prosthetics, Gordy Frazier specializes in fabricating and fitting Boston Bands for babies who have been diagnosed with plagiocephaly.The Boston Band is a...
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