AMPUTATION ONLINE MAGAZINE
Ian Gregson
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AMPUTATION ONLINE MAGAZINE
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Ian Gregson
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8/8/1999
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AMPUTATION ONLINE MAGAZINE
<URL Redacted>
VOLUME FOUR ISSUE NUMBER IV July 1999
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This text version is sponsored by:
The All new PandO.net
<URL Redacted>
Ossur
<URL Redacted>
Advanced Prosthetics of San Diego
http://members.aol.com/AdvProsth/
Kowsky Crutches
http://amputee-online.com/amputee_mall/kowsky.html
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CONTENTS
FlexFoot and Springlite Battle for the Planet
Special Report from the ACA Conference in Reno
Interview with Heather Mills
Review of Bonnie St Jean's Excercise Video
plus regular Editorial Amplaff and Calendar of Events
--------------------------
POV Editorial
Welcome to the July 1999 issue of Amputation Online Magazine.
Trying to write an editorial after returning back from the ACA
Conference in Reno is very difficult. All I want to do is write about
my three days in Nevada - its as if I can't write enough about it. My
best conclusion is there is nothing like it on the planet - 500
people with one thing in common, 99 per cent of whom are going in the
same direction - onward and upward!
This edition of Amputation Online magazine is dedicated to everyone
at the ACA Conference, from Mary Novotny and her staff and
volunteers, Georgie Maxfield's crew in Reno and even the little
scouts who helped out with security!
A special thanks to Chris Hughes who did such a great job on the SJU
Amputee Mailing list BBQ, I sadly missed the event - something to
kick myself for until next year. To Ralph Fowler and George Valasquez
who picked me up from the airport. Roberta Bert Melvin who I met in
SF and travelled to Reno with - I walked from the North terminal to
the South terminal and back to meet her plane. A special thanks to
Betsy Mannhiem and Monet Perry for just being who they are.
A special thanks to all the list members who made it to Reno. Now you
know why the ACA Conference is such a special event - totally unique
on this planet of ours.
Thanks must go to Karen at Flex Foot for sponsoring the list t shirts
- if you are a list member you can get a shirt by sending $5US to:
GB Communications
56-3550 Adanac Street
Vancouver BC Canada
V5K 4Y6
I picked up a few interesting products whilst in Reno. One is the
book based on the life of George Valasquez, co-written by India
Podsen. The other is a work out video by Bonnie St John Deane, both
these fine products are available for sale at the Amputee Mall.
We are already saving for next year - I fully recommend that you do
also. Orlando here we come!
Ian Gregson
Editor/Publisher
---------------------------
BUSINESS NEWS
Foot Wars
Episode One - The Phantom G Foot
Flex Foot Fends Off Copyright Challenge From Long Term Rivals Springlite
If you have ever noticed a visual similarity between Flex Foot and
Springlite prosthetic limb products, well there is a reason for that.
A long time ago in a state not so far, far away a fledgling company
called Flex Foot brought forth a radical new design in prosthetic
foot making. However, the Flex Foot planet was not a happy planet and
soon a rebel force departed, only to take up residence in a nearby
system called Utah.
Many years passed as both systems became rivals and developed a
mutual distain for each other, the inevitable war took place - legal
action ensued. With both planets firmly entrenched in their belief
systems and manufacturing processes, the two great forces met earlier
this month at the U.S. District Court for the Central Division of
California.
Citing the force known throughout the galaxy as patent infringement
Flex Foot President Maynard Carkhuff stated Flex-Foot has invested
heavily in bringing new and innovative technology to the marketplace.
Carkhuff went on to say, As part of that investment, Flex-Foot has
built a strong worldwide patent portfolio to protect its proprietary
technology. Flex-Foot has consistently and vigorously enforced its
intellectual property rights, and will continue to do so.
With the first episode of Foot Wars now complete, insiders believe a
second episode is already in production.
Since Springlite's penalty for copyright infringement includes a long
session of carbon freezing at least until beginning of the next
episode, peace once again prevails throughout the known universe.
Amputees every were can buy $2.75 souvenirs from Pizza Hut, Taco Bell
and KFC or your local prosthetist.
The Official Version
Flex-Foot, Inc. has recently prevailed in a patent infringement
lawsuit against CRP, Inc., d/b/a Springlite. As a consequence,
Springlite is required to immediately discontinue all manufacture and
sale of its lower limb prosthesis known as the G-foot.
On January 8, 1999, an arbitration panel of the American Arbitration
Association unanimously concluded that Springlite's G-foot product
literally infringed two claims of Flex-Foot's U.S. Patent No.
4,822,363 for its invention entitled Modular Composite Prosthetic
Foot and Leg. On Friday, June 11, 1999, the U.S. District Court for
the Central Division of California confirmed the arbitration panel's
finding of literal infringement and permanently enjoined Springlite
from all further manufacture and sale of the G-foot device.
In discussing the significance of this case, Maynard Carkhuff,
President of Flex-Foot, commented, Flex-Foot has invested heavily in
bringing new and innovative technology to the marketplace. As part of
that investment, Flex-Foot has built a strong worldwide patent
portfolio to protect its proprietary technology. Flex-Foot has
consistently and vigorously enforced its intellectual property
rights, and will continue to do so.
Flex-Foot, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets Advanced
Technology prosthetic systems for lower limb amputees.
--------------------------
PEOPLE and PERSONALITIES
Firstly we must apologise for a lack of an interview.
According to Brian Wade, Heather's prosthetist, she is a very busy
person and doesn't have much time to answer e-mail or in plain
English be bothered with interviews like for crappy online magazines
like this.
In order to keep Heather Mill's fans happy until she does give us an
interview, here is a video I found online
http://amputee-online.com/amputation/july99/heather.mpg
To see this video you will need the latest Quicktime plug-in for your
browser, you can find it here at the Apple Quicktime site
This video should start to play as it downloads to your computer
regardless of connection speed 1.7meg download
Click here to play the video Heather Mill's autobiography is now
available for sale in North America and online, check out the
bookstore at the Amputee Mall for details
http://amputee-online.com/amputee_mall/books.html
Next Issue - Feature on Gracie Rosenberger - Singer and Entertainer
-----------------------------
SPORT AND FITNESS
Fitness For All is a high quality low impact video suitable for
people of all fitness levels
Mary Novotny President - Amputee Coalition of America
There are probably not too many amputee workout videos in your local
video store, so having one in your own personal collection is a must.
Now you can workout with an person just like yourself, a person who
understands where you have come from and where you are going.
Workout with Paralympic medal winning athlete and lower limb amputee,
Bonnie St John Deane as she and expert fitness trainer Jon Giese
guide you through this effective workout.
This motivational video includes:
Warming up with Gradual Movements
Heating up with a heart-pumping cardiovascular workout
Strengthening and Toning your muscle groups
Relaxing with rewarding cool-down
Gain strength and inspiration as you embark on a more active lifestyle!
It appeals to a need that is so widespread...anybody who is not
perfectly able needs this tape
Bonnie St John Deane
Interested in buying this Video?
Buy it HERE! http://amputee-online.com/amputee_mall
------------------------------
CALENDAR
September 10-11, 1999..TAOP (Texas Association of Orthotists and
Prosthetists) Bi-Annual Meeting, Holiday Inn South, Austin, TX.
Contact: Dean Raymond, (210) 341-7127.
September 25, 1999 ....Practice Management One-Day Seminar, Chicago,
IL. Contact: AAOP (American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists)
for details, (703) 836-7118.
September 25, 1999 ....Ohio Chapter, AAOP (American Academy of
Orthotists and Prosthetists) Annual Fall Scientific Meeting, Wyndham
Dublin Hotel, Columbus, OH. Contact: Richard W. Btltchko, (614)
457-4312.
October 6-9, 1999 ......AOPA (American Orthotic and Prosthetic
Association) National Assembly, Reno Hilton, Reno, NV. Contact:
Annette Suriani, (703) 836-7116.
October 15-16, 1999 ..Review Course in Prosthetics and Review Course
in Orthotics. These comprehensive didactic courses are designed for
the candidate preparing for the certification exams, cost $300.
Sponsor: Northwestern University, Chicago, IL. Contact: (312)
908-8006.
October22-23, 1999 ...Exam Preparation Seminar, Newington, CT.
Sponsored in conjunction with the Newington Certificate Program.
Contact: American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) for
details, (703) 836-7118.
November 4-6, 1999 ...American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
(AAOP) New Jersey Chapter Annual Conference, Holiday Inn Boardwalk,
Atlantic City, NJ. Contact: Joanne Kanas, (609) 748-7753.
November 5-6, 1999.....CEC 3-99, San Jose, CA. Contact: American
Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) for details, (703)
836-7118.
-----------------------------
Reprint and re-use permission under the condition the original source
is quoted with url http://amputee-online.com/amputation
Amputation Online magazine is a publication of
GB Communications
56-3550 Adanac Street
Vancouver BC
Canada V5K 4Y6
http://members.home.net/gbcomm
Next Edition available September 1st, 1999
For advertising information contact <Email Address Redacted>
=================================================
Ian Gregson ( <Email Address Redacted> )
Amputee WEB Site <> AMPUTATION Online Magazine
http://amputee-online.com
Moderator Amputee & D-Sport Listservs
icq # 27356900
=================================================
AMPUTATION ONLINE MAGAZINE
<URL Redacted>
VOLUME FOUR ISSUE NUMBER IV July 1999
-----------------------------------------------
This text version is sponsored by:
The All new PandO.net
<URL Redacted>
Ossur
<URL Redacted>
Advanced Prosthetics of San Diego
http://members.aol.com/AdvProsth/
Kowsky Crutches
http://amputee-online.com/amputee_mall/kowsky.html
-----------------------------------------------
CONTENTS
FlexFoot and Springlite Battle for the Planet
Special Report from the ACA Conference in Reno
Interview with Heather Mills
Review of Bonnie St Jean's Excercise Video
plus regular Editorial Amplaff and Calendar of Events
--------------------------
POV Editorial
Welcome to the July 1999 issue of Amputation Online Magazine.
Trying to write an editorial after returning back from the ACA
Conference in Reno is very difficult. All I want to do is write about
my three days in Nevada - its as if I can't write enough about it. My
best conclusion is there is nothing like it on the planet - 500
people with one thing in common, 99 per cent of whom are going in the
same direction - onward and upward!
This edition of Amputation Online magazine is dedicated to everyone
at the ACA Conference, from Mary Novotny and her staff and
volunteers, Georgie Maxfield's crew in Reno and even the little
scouts who helped out with security!
A special thanks to Chris Hughes who did such a great job on the SJU
Amputee Mailing list BBQ, I sadly missed the event - something to
kick myself for until next year. To Ralph Fowler and George Valasquez
who picked me up from the airport. Roberta Bert Melvin who I met in
SF and travelled to Reno with - I walked from the North terminal to
the South terminal and back to meet her plane. A special thanks to
Betsy Mannhiem and Monet Perry for just being who they are.
A special thanks to all the list members who made it to Reno. Now you
know why the ACA Conference is such a special event - totally unique
on this planet of ours.
Thanks must go to Karen at Flex Foot for sponsoring the list t shirts
- if you are a list member you can get a shirt by sending $5US to:
GB Communications
56-3550 Adanac Street
Vancouver BC Canada
V5K 4Y6
I picked up a few interesting products whilst in Reno. One is the
book based on the life of George Valasquez, co-written by India
Podsen. The other is a work out video by Bonnie St John Deane, both
these fine products are available for sale at the Amputee Mall.
We are already saving for next year - I fully recommend that you do
also. Orlando here we come!
Ian Gregson
Editor/Publisher
---------------------------
BUSINESS NEWS
Foot Wars
Episode One - The Phantom G Foot
Flex Foot Fends Off Copyright Challenge From Long Term Rivals Springlite
If you have ever noticed a visual similarity between Flex Foot and
Springlite prosthetic limb products, well there is a reason for that.
A long time ago in a state not so far, far away a fledgling company
called Flex Foot brought forth a radical new design in prosthetic
foot making. However, the Flex Foot planet was not a happy planet and
soon a rebel force departed, only to take up residence in a nearby
system called Utah.
Many years passed as both systems became rivals and developed a
mutual distain for each other, the inevitable war took place - legal
action ensued. With both planets firmly entrenched in their belief
systems and manufacturing processes, the two great forces met earlier
this month at the U.S. District Court for the Central Division of
California.
Citing the force known throughout the galaxy as patent infringement
Flex Foot President Maynard Carkhuff stated Flex-Foot has invested
heavily in bringing new and innovative technology to the marketplace.
Carkhuff went on to say, As part of that investment, Flex-Foot has
built a strong worldwide patent portfolio to protect its proprietary
technology. Flex-Foot has consistently and vigorously enforced its
intellectual property rights, and will continue to do so.
With the first episode of Foot Wars now complete, insiders believe a
second episode is already in production.
Since Springlite's penalty for copyright infringement includes a long
session of carbon freezing at least until beginning of the next
episode, peace once again prevails throughout the known universe.
Amputees every were can buy $2.75 souvenirs from Pizza Hut, Taco Bell
and KFC or your local prosthetist.
The Official Version
Flex-Foot, Inc. has recently prevailed in a patent infringement
lawsuit against CRP, Inc., d/b/a Springlite. As a consequence,
Springlite is required to immediately discontinue all manufacture and
sale of its lower limb prosthesis known as the G-foot.
On January 8, 1999, an arbitration panel of the American Arbitration
Association unanimously concluded that Springlite's G-foot product
literally infringed two claims of Flex-Foot's U.S. Patent No.
4,822,363 for its invention entitled Modular Composite Prosthetic
Foot and Leg. On Friday, June 11, 1999, the U.S. District Court for
the Central Division of California confirmed the arbitration panel's
finding of literal infringement and permanently enjoined Springlite
from all further manufacture and sale of the G-foot device.
In discussing the significance of this case, Maynard Carkhuff,
President of Flex-Foot, commented, Flex-Foot has invested heavily in
bringing new and innovative technology to the marketplace. As part of
that investment, Flex-Foot has built a strong worldwide patent
portfolio to protect its proprietary technology. Flex-Foot has
consistently and vigorously enforced its intellectual property
rights, and will continue to do so.
Flex-Foot, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets Advanced
Technology prosthetic systems for lower limb amputees.
--------------------------
PEOPLE and PERSONALITIES
Firstly we must apologise for a lack of an interview.
According to Brian Wade, Heather's prosthetist, she is a very busy
person and doesn't have much time to answer e-mail or in plain
English be bothered with interviews like for crappy online magazines
like this.
In order to keep Heather Mill's fans happy until she does give us an
interview, here is a video I found online
http://amputee-online.com/amputation/july99/heather.mpg
To see this video you will need the latest Quicktime plug-in for your
browser, you can find it here at the Apple Quicktime site
This video should start to play as it downloads to your computer
regardless of connection speed 1.7meg download
Click here to play the video Heather Mill's autobiography is now
available for sale in North America and online, check out the
bookstore at the Amputee Mall for details
http://amputee-online.com/amputee_mall/books.html
Next Issue - Feature on Gracie Rosenberger - Singer and Entertainer
-----------------------------
SPORT AND FITNESS
Fitness For All is a high quality low impact video suitable for
people of all fitness levels
Mary Novotny President - Amputee Coalition of America
There are probably not too many amputee workout videos in your local
video store, so having one in your own personal collection is a must.
Now you can workout with an person just like yourself, a person who
understands where you have come from and where you are going.
Workout with Paralympic medal winning athlete and lower limb amputee,
Bonnie St John Deane as she and expert fitness trainer Jon Giese
guide you through this effective workout.
This motivational video includes:
Warming up with Gradual Movements
Heating up with a heart-pumping cardiovascular workout
Strengthening and Toning your muscle groups
Relaxing with rewarding cool-down
Gain strength and inspiration as you embark on a more active lifestyle!
It appeals to a need that is so widespread...anybody who is not
perfectly able needs this tape
Bonnie St John Deane
Interested in buying this Video?
Buy it HERE! http://amputee-online.com/amputee_mall
------------------------------
CALENDAR
September 10-11, 1999..TAOP (Texas Association of Orthotists and
Prosthetists) Bi-Annual Meeting, Holiday Inn South, Austin, TX.
Contact: Dean Raymond, (210) 341-7127.
September 25, 1999 ....Practice Management One-Day Seminar, Chicago,
IL. Contact: AAOP (American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists)
for details, (703) 836-7118.
September 25, 1999 ....Ohio Chapter, AAOP (American Academy of
Orthotists and Prosthetists) Annual Fall Scientific Meeting, Wyndham
Dublin Hotel, Columbus, OH. Contact: Richard W. Btltchko, (614)
457-4312.
October 6-9, 1999 ......AOPA (American Orthotic and Prosthetic
Association) National Assembly, Reno Hilton, Reno, NV. Contact:
Annette Suriani, (703) 836-7116.
October 15-16, 1999 ..Review Course in Prosthetics and Review Course
in Orthotics. These comprehensive didactic courses are designed for
the candidate preparing for the certification exams, cost $300.
Sponsor: Northwestern University, Chicago, IL. Contact: (312)
908-8006.
October22-23, 1999 ...Exam Preparation Seminar, Newington, CT.
Sponsored in conjunction with the Newington Certificate Program.
Contact: American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) for
details, (703) 836-7118.
November 4-6, 1999 ...American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
(AAOP) New Jersey Chapter Annual Conference, Holiday Inn Boardwalk,
Atlantic City, NJ. Contact: Joanne Kanas, (609) 748-7753.
November 5-6, 1999.....CEC 3-99, San Jose, CA. Contact: American
Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) for details, (703)
836-7118.
-----------------------------
Reprint and re-use permission under the condition the original source
is quoted with url http://amputee-online.com/amputation
Amputation Online magazine is a publication of
GB Communications
56-3550 Adanac Street
Vancouver BC
Canada V5K 4Y6
http://members.home.net/gbcomm
Next Edition available September 1st, 1999
For advertising information contact <Email Address Redacted>
=================================================
Ian Gregson ( <Email Address Redacted> )
Amputee WEB Site <> AMPUTATION Online Magazine
http://amputee-online.com
Moderator Amputee & D-Sport Listservs
icq # 27356900
=================================================
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