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American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
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At the conclusion of the Annual Business Meeting at #AAOP2026, the Academy recognized outstanding contributions across the orthotics and prosthetics profession, honoring clinicians, educators, researchers, students, and leaders whose work advances patient care and professional excellence.

Read about all the awardees: https://buff.ly/xrx47F0
American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
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How does body image evolve as individuals learn to walk with a lower-limb robotic prosthesis? A new study found that early users perceived their gait as more awkward than it was, while later overestimating fluidity despite continued inaccuracies, highlighting the potential role of targeted feedback in prosthetic training.

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American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
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What a week in Nashville! More than 1,700 O&P professionals came together for #AAOP2026 — with 140+ education sessions, 150+ exhibitors, and countless moments of collaboration, innovation, and connection.

None of it happens without the dedicated team behind the scenes. Grateful for this group and the work they do year-round to support the profession and serve our members.

Save the date for next year!
📅 February 10–13, 2027
📍 New Orleans, LA
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Congratulations to ALPS South, our 2026 Top Sponsor Award recipient for the Annual Meeting. This recognition honors ALPS South’s sustained investment, leadership, and commitment to advancing the profession and fostering meaningful, long-term impact. We look forward to continuing this recognition in future years as we celebrate partners whose enduring support strengthens and helps ensure a vibrant, resilient future for the O&P profession.

“At ALPS, our mission has always been to make lives better,” said Shannon Samon, VP of Operations. “Partnering with the Academy allows us to bring that mission to life by supporting innovation, education, and professional growth within the O&P community—ultimately helping clinicians deliver the best outcomes for the patients they serve.”

Visit ALPS South at: https://buff.ly/YePXEWe
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Today, as we wrap up #AAOP2026, we’re celebrating a remarkable milestone: Manisha Bhaskar’s 30th Academy Annual Meeting.

For three decades, Manisha has helped shape the voice and heart of this organization. Her vision, creativity, and unwavering dedication have elevated the entire profession, and she does it all with so much grace and generosity.

She’s the encourager, the steady presence, the one who always believes in the mission and in the people behind it. We are better because of her leadership, her passion, and her incredibly big heart.

Congratulations, Manisha, on 30 incredible years. What a legacy you’ve built — and what an inspiration you continue to be. ✨
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The Academy’s interactive poster session, led by Lauren Levey, MSPO, L/CPO, brought energy and engagement to #AAOP2026 on Thursday afternoon. The atmosphere was lively, with conversations unfolding around research design, clinical implications, and innovative ideas shaping the future of orthotics and prosthetics.

With more than 60 attendees casting votes, participants evaluated posters across four creative categories: Favorite Figures, Best Poster Title, Most Surprising Results, and Game Changer. The categories encouraged attendees to look beyond data alone and appreciate presentation, originality, and potential impact.

Here are the winners!

🏆 Favorite Figures: Grace Yankus
🏆 Best Poster Title: Meghan Hancock
🏆 Most Surprising Results: Alyssa L.
🏆 Game Changer: Meghan Hancock

Read more about their research: https://lnkd.in/dnwHSt9Z

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