Prosthetic and Orthotic Laboratories
308 Talmadge Road, Edison
- (800)-343-5462
- (732)-248-0774
Established in 1982, the JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute's Prosthetic and Orthotic Laboratories combine quality, expertise and convenience. The main office is centrally located in Edison and a branch office is available in Point Pleasant.
The staff of the Prosthetic and Orthotic Laboratories provides prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (braces) that incorporate the latest, state-of-the-art techniques and components utilizing in-house fabrication services. The lab's practitioners average 16 years experience in the prosthetic and orthotic field.
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Staff and Facilities
- Certified by the American Board
for Certification in Orthotics & Prosthetics
- Members of the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists
- Member of the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
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New Technologies
Keeping with technology, the Prosthetic and Orthotic Lab was the first facility in the United States to use the CAPOD CAD/CAM system non-contact laser scanner. This gives the staff the ability to obtain a model of a patient's limb within seconds instead of taking a plaster cast. The facility was also the first in New Jersey to fit patients with the Otto Bock C-Leg, an exciting new computerized knee for above knee amputees.
Education
- The laboratory was one of the first companies in New Jersey to have an ABC Accredited P&O Residency Program and has gained recognition as the top program in the state.
- The staff maintains their knowledge of the field by taking continuing education courses throughout the year.
Specialties and Additional Certification
The Prosthetic and Orthotic Laboratories is proud to offer its patients the following specialties:
- Otto Bock C-Leg
- Myo electric upper limb prostheses including the Utah Arm and Otto Bock Systems
- Ultimate Knee
- Endolite
- Flex Foot
- College Park Foot/Ankle
- CAPOD CAD/CAM System
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