Charter Members to Distribute the PowerFoot BiOM Lower Leg System, Scientifically Proven to Normalize Walking for Lower-Limb Amputees
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 23, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bulow BioTech Prosthetics today announced its distinction as an iWalk Certified Bionics Center. With this designation, Bulow BioTech Prosthetics will serve as one of the nation's first prosthetics providers to commercially offer the PowerFoot BiOM, the first robotic lower leg system to normalize metabolic efficiency and increase self selected walking speed for amputees. The BiOM features advanced bionics technology developed by Dr. Hugh Herr, a MIT-based, world-renowned innovator and researcher in the fields of biomechanics, biological motion control and augmentation technologies.
"Up until recently, bionic technology has only been available to the military. Bulow is excited to offer this life-changing technology to all amputees," said Matt Bulow, founder of Bulow BioTech Prosthetics.
During the test phase of the PowerFoot BiOM, Bulow was one of the first clinics to outfit a civilian with this technology. "Our patient is on his feet all day on uneven terrain. This foot preserves his energy and keeps him safe," adds Bulow.
Bulow BioTech Prosthetics recognition as an iWalk Certified Bionics Center signifies the organization's standing as one of the leading prosthetic providers in the nation, including a demonstrated excellence in client service, clinical care and quality fabrication. As a charter member of the BiOM distribution network, Bulow BioTech Prosthetics continues its commitment to embracing and partnering with proven technology suppliers to provide the best prosthetic solutions available for amputees.
PowerFoot BiOM is available immediately at Bulow BioTech Prosthetics. For more information, please visit www.bulowbiotech.com .
The BiOM is the world's first bionic lower leg system that utilizes robotics to replicate muscles and tendons that replace the action of the foot, Achilles tendon and calf muscle. Scientific research proves that the BiOM normalizes level ground walking for lower-limb amputees by enabling them to walk at the same speed, and with the same metabolic energy, as their peers with intact biological limbs.
"Through the selection of iWalk's Certified Bionic Centers, we have built a clinical distribution network of partners dedicated to providing amputees with the most advanced prosthetic technology in the world," said Timothy McCarthy, iWalk's president and CEO. "iWalk is excited to partner with Bulow Biotech to ensure there patients have access to our life changing technology."
For more information on the iWalk Certified Bionics Centers and the BiOM technology, please visit www.iwalk.com.
Michelle McRae
CCO Healthcare Partners
312.961.4745
mrm@ccopartners.com
About iWalk
iWalk is the bionics company advancing technology to restore natural movement for lower-limb amputees. Its proprietary BiOM uses robotics to replicate muscles and tendons for the first time, normalizing walking at all speeds and all terrains—truly bringing in the age of bionics. The company was founded in 2006 by Dr. Hugh Herr, director of the Biomechatronicsgroup at the MIT Media Lab.
Privately held and headquartered in Bedford, Mass, the company has received funding and support from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Army's Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research Center (TATRC), and leading venture firms WFD Ventures , General Catalyst Partners and Sigma Partners. For more information, please visit www.iwalk.com or follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@iWalk_BiOM).
iWalk Media Contact
Kristin Phelan
508.740.7883
Kristin@famapr.com
About Bulow BioTech Prosthetics
Founded in 2006, Bulow BioTech Prosthetics is a national destination for lower and upper extremity prosthetics, myoelectric arms and bionic technology. Led by Matthew Bulow, who is himself an amputee, cancer survivor, diabetic, and world record setting athlete; the practice provides innovative prosthetic technology, one-on-one personal attention, and life-long nurturing guidance. Bulow serves patients from across the country at its clinics in the Nashville area and Columbia, SC. For more information visit: www.bulowbiotech.com.
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