Langer Biomechanics

04/01/2021

Langer Biomechanics updated their phone number.

Langer Biomechanics updated their phone number.

04/01/2021

Langer Biomechanics updated their address.

Langer Biomechanics updated their address.

04/01/2021

Langer Biomechanics updated their address.

Langer Biomechanics updated their address.

02/10/2021

Our very own VP of OHI International, Dr. Paul Barrett, is going to be featured on tomorrow's Chiro Chat Show at 4pm EST. Be sure to JOIN THE LIVE STREAM here: https://www.facebook.com/FICSsportschiro/

We can't wait for this week's chat show! This week Mika talks with Dr Paul Barrett, specialist podiatrist in biomechanics and orthotic therapy, with 35 years experience in the top of the sports world!

They'll be chatting LIVE about feet, ankles and biomechanics and how orthotics can be best utilised 🦶

Don't miss this one!

Paul qualified from Queens University Belfast in 1995 before moving to University of Ulster to undertake research on the effect of orthotics on the lower limb kinetics and kinematics, with specific interest in patellofemoral knee pain. He is currently the Vice President for OHI International and Global product development for OHI Inc.

He has lectured throughout Europe on lower limb biomechanics and treatment using orthotic therapy, and consulted with professional athletes and international teams, with a keen interest in sports injury’s, pre, and post-operative care and management of the chronic inflammatory conditions.

WHEN:

🕒 11 Feb 2021 @ 4 pm NYC / 1 pm LA / 9 pm UK
🕒 12 Feb 2021 @ 8 am Sydney

HOW: We'll stream LIVE to the page right here!

10/31/2020

Telehealth calls have become extremely popular thanks to COVID-19, and has the potential to become a permanent change. How do you think your practice would be affected if you made this change permanent?

09/30/2020

If the rates of death from falls continue to rise, it can be anticipated that 7 fall deaths will occur every hour by 2030. Learn how you can help your patients stay balanced by visiting our falls risk website: https://bit.ly/3hoHZXW.

09/23/2020

Falls are the second leading cause of accidental/unintentional injury deaths worldwide. To learn more about falls risk and how you can help your patients, visit our falls risk website: https://bit.ly/3hoHZXW.

12/24/2018

Happy Holidays from the Langer Biomechanics family!

11/21/2018

We would like to thank the Canadian Federation of Podiatric Medicine for giving us the opportunity to exhibit at this year's annual conference in Niagara Falls, Canada! It was a pleasure meeting all of our amazing Langer and OHI customers, both existing and new. Our sales and marketing representatives were thrilled to showcase some of OHI's new products to conference attendees. Stay tuned to see Langer pop up in some of next year's conferences!

02/05/2018

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12/30/2017

In a retrospective data analysis, it was revealed that men are more prone to diabetes than women. Within the last three and a half years, SRL Diagnostics collected and checked over 6.3 million blood sugar samples. It was revealed that men accounted for 21% diabetes level blood sugar against 17.3% for women.
To read more, visit: http://ow.ly/IvYC30gB9Hg

12/28/2017

High heeled shoes are a girl’s favorite accessory for a night out. After a night of dancing, your feet need some TLC. Get the support you need with help from Langer Biomechanics, a member of the OHI Family of Brands! Part of Langer’s Dress Devices, the Slimthotic custom fabricated device is the best possible fit for your favorite pair of high heels! Keep dancing the night away longer with the Slimthotic!
Talk to your podiatrist to see if the Slimthotic is right for you! To learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/UfNa30gVOy5

12/27/2017

#braceyourself for another Wednesday with Arizona AFO, a member of the OHI Family of Brands!
Today they are featuring the Articulated Arizona Brace. This custom fabricated brace is designed to stabilize the ankle while allowing ankle motion in the sagittal plane. Make an appointment to talk to your podiatrist to see if the Articulated Arizona Brace is right for you. To learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/8H8R30h0rIu

12/23/2017

It’s officially winter, and ski season is here! Just like the importance of a well-fitting pair of shoes; it is important to have a well-fitting pair of ski boots. Before you head to the mountains, make sure your gear fits. To view the boot-fitting checklist, visit: http://ow.ly/TEFX30gV0L0

12/21/2017

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12/21/2017

All I want this Holiday season is a pair of custom-made sandals from Langer Biomechanics, a member of the OHI Family of Brands! From 13 styles to choose from, Langer is go-to for custom sandals! To learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/x6Og30gVPnp

12/21/2017

From everyone at the OHI Family of Brands, we wish you a Happy First Day of Winter!

12/20/2017

#braceyourself for another Wednesday with Arizona AFO, a member of the OHI Family of Brands!
Today they are featuring the Partial Foot Walker. This custom-made brace features high-quality leather, a removable custom-molded orthotic and a carbon graphite footplate with a rubber sole. Mated with an optional custom shoe for the opposing limb, the Partial Foot Walker is the preferred choice for trans-metatarsal amputation treatment. If you recently underwent a trans-metatarsal amputation, talk to your practitioner about Partial Foot Walker. To learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/kB2n30h0qn3

12/16/2017

A common inquiry occurs daily to many people. This inquiry can happen during a one-time project or while you’re at work. Every day many people hurt themselves by lifting heavy objects. By doing this the wrong way, lifting objects inncorrectly can result in lower back pain that can affect your posture. With the holiday season here, prevent yourself with these helpful tips to help avoid injuries.

12/14/2017

Today we are featuring the custom-made AllSport orthotic. Often leaving athletes playing longer! To see if the AllSport is a right orthotic for you, talk to your podiatrist today.
To learn more about the AllSport and other custom-made orthotics from Langer’s Sporthotics line, visit: http://ow.ly/WgXS30gVKRa

12/13/2017

#braceyourself for another Wednesday with Arizona AFO, a member of the OHI Family of Brands!
Today their featuring the Arizona Breeze. With its lightweight, hypo-allergenic and moisture wicking material it’s easy to say that this custom-made brace is machine washable! This brace is designed for patients with Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) as well as Ankle arthritis or Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD). It’s time to talk with your podiatrist to see if the Arizona Breeze is the right brace for you. To learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/S6lL30h0oIJ

12/12/2017

From everybody at the OHI Family of Brands, we wish you a Happy 1st Night of Hanukkah!

12/11/2017

The weekend is over, and it's back to work. Luckily, we started off another week with the students from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine! This amazing group got to see how our experienced technicians at Langer Biomechanics, a member of the OHI family of brands, tailor each orthotic to your specifications. Good luck with your studies!

12/09/2017

Individuals with diabetes need to keep track of these four important things: eating, exercise, blood sugar levels, and feet. That’s right, your feet! Around 80% of diabetes-related lower extremity amputations start out with a foot ulcer. There are "steps" you can take to help prevent this. To read more, visit: http://ow.ly/IwO830gUXqu

12/07/2017

Our new Quick Reference Guide is NOW available! Contact us today to request yours!
To learn more about Langer's custom fabricated orthotics. visit: http://ow.ly/AVJ030gV6Rw

12/02/2017

Diabetic Dessert Recipes for the Modern Holiday

Let’s kick off the month of December with some Holiday Cooking! Diabetic Living has a list of the most delicious diabetic dessert recipes for the holiday season!
Let us know if you tried making one of these recipes! Take a picture and share it in the comments!

Ready to start your own holiday traditions? Forget the cheesecake, pecan pie, and pumpkin bars. Bring a new dessert with flavor and flair -- and a ...

12/01/2017

The Little Elves at Langer Biomechanics worked hard into the night turning the Customer Service Department into a Magical Holiday Workshop! Great job ladies!

11/28/2017

**Tip Tuesday**
Many people enlist the help of a caregiver to take care of their elderly loved ones. Michigan State University Extension encourages caregivers to be proactive to assess and address falling hazards found in the home. Caregivers go room to room to identify and eliminate potential falling hazards. For a better understanding of what to look for in a room by room home assessment, visit: http://ow.ly/N1fJ30gl7Ky

11/25/2017

For more than forty years the team at Langer Biomechanics, a member of the OHI Family of Brands, have not only been producing custom-fabricated orthotics. They’ve been producing customer satisfaction! To view customer testimonials and submit your own, visit: http://ow.ly/VaoH30gtllg

11/25/2017

In the age of online shopping, there is one surprising old-time relic going strong. Shoeshine stands were popular in airports in the 1950s and 1960s are still being used by travelers in the digital age. To read more on this topic, visit Footwear News at: http://ow.ly/nqYt30gkz6f

11/23/2017

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11/22/2017

#braceyourself for another Wednesday with Arizona AFO, a member of the OHI Family of Brands!
Today we are featuring the Open Toe Walker. This custom fabricated brace is ideal for people suffering from foot drop or with arthritic abnormalities. The unique design marries a custom-molded sandal with an Extended Arizona Brace. The custom-molded, multiversital foot orthotic provides added comfort. Talk to your podiatrist and see if the Open Toe Walker is a good fit for you.
To learn more, visit: http://ow.ly/NX1B30gtcJM

11/21/2017

**Tip Tuesday**
Before you know it, snow and ice will be here. Winter is right around the corner. While it i still "fall", let’s prepare for winter as we focus on fall prevention! Here are some easy tips to stay safe this fall before Jack Frost arrives. http://ow.ly/AEOP30gl5re

11/20/2017

The weekend is over, and it's back to work. Luckily, we started off another week with the students from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine! This amazing group got to see how our experienced technicians at Langer Biomechanics, a member of the OHI family of brands, tailor each orthotic to your specifications. Good luck with your studies!

11/18/2017

Over 300 million people worldwide have diabetes, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). It’s a daily struggle to manage one’s blood sugar that could lead to cardiovascular disease, kidney damage, and even amputation.
In a recent research by Oxford Brookes University, there is a new superfood that can help manage your blood sugar levels. To learn how the baobab, an African fruit, can help you manage blood sugar levels, visit: http://ow.ly/23sA30g4qAr