the choice is yours

THE CHOICE IS YOURS
PROSTHETIC SOLUTIONS FOR AMPUTEES
CONTENTS
LIFE WITHOUT LIMITATIONS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Life. Tell us how you’d like to live it.
Bionic Technology by Ossur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Do you want to play golf, tour the Adirondacks, stand comfortably at graduations,
reunions and recitals? Will you be running races, chasing grandkids, setting personal
records? Perhaps the plan is to pick up salsa dancing, kick a soccer ball, visit every
museum west of the Mississippi? Go ahead, tell us. There’s nothing Ossur can’t
help you achieve.
Flex-Foot® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mechanical Knees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Iceross® Liners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Ossur for Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
A World of Opportunity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
®
Ossur operates according to one simple philosophy: Life Without Limitations®.
Every component and every prosthesis with the Ossur name is designed to help
you live as comfortably and actively as you would on a biological limb. What’s more,
through our numerous affiliations with amputee organizations, plus Ossur’s very
own Ossur Academy we offer education, training and peer support to help you
return to your previous lifestyle.
Year after year, the line-up has grown, improved and set new industry benchmarks.
Ossur’s Flex-Foot®, Iceross®, Mauch® Knee, and Bionic Technology represent a
series of firsts, and are synonymous with patented, breakthrough technology.
It’s how we ensure that whatever your lifestyle, age or activity level, if you’re using
Ossur, you’re using the best. Where do you want to go today? We’re ready when you are.
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BIONIC TECHNOLOGY BY OSSUR
The Smarter Side of Prosthetics.
As you know, walking relies on highly intuitive communication between your body and
brain. As an amputee, that critical communicative aspect is missing. With state-of-the-art
bionic technology, Ossur has been able to help restore the mind/body link and the true
biomechanical functions of walking, running, even ascending stairs.
Using pioneering applications designed to mimic all the intricate tasks of a biological
limb, bionic technology by Ossur is multiplying amputees’ capabilities. Sensors,
Artificial Intelligence and actuator technology respond in human-like ways to counteract
loads, reduce vibration, change shape and enhance your natural, fluid motion. Sense,
Think, Act —that’s the kind of intuitive performance and simplicity you can expect from
Ossur’s bionic technology.
the bionic mo del
SENSE
Sophisticated sensor technology mimics your
body’s natural gait and provides artificial
proprioception (a sense of where the limb is
in relation to the ground and your body) by
tracking factors that include load, your foot
speed, and the angle of your body up to a rate
of 1600 times per second.
THINK
Artificial Intelligence (AI) processes information
from the sensors and instigates the most
appropriate response for the next step.
ACT
stimuli
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SGM Brad Halling, CP
The AI transmits a constant stream of signals
which instruct high-precision actuator technology
to act and deliver a smooth, appropriate stride
for whatever it is you’re doing.
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BIONIC TECHNOLOGY. THE NE XT EVOLUTION IN MOVEMENT.
POWER KNEE ™
RHEO KNEE
The POWER KNEE works as an integrated extension of you,
synchronizing motion with that of your sound leg. Ossur
is the first and only company to successfully replace lost
muscle function that aids in the bending and straightening
of your knee as required. When walking on level ground,
you’re gently propelled forward, reducing the effort required
to cover greater distances. On stairs and inclines, the knee
actively lifts you to the next step to mimic sound-side
capabilities. Finally, the power to walk your way.
The RHEO KNEE is the first microprocessor swing and stance knee
system to utilize the power of Artificial Intelligence. State-of-the-art
bionic technology instantly adapts to real-world walking conditions,
customizing resistance depending on the terrain and your walking
speed. Restore your confidence to walk at any speed and tackle any
terrain, comfortably.
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“The RHEO KNEE knows my walking style, it does the
thinking and adjusting for me. It’s like a part of me,
an experience I haven’t had with any other prosthesis.”
“I would stand at the bottom of a grade
or incline and try to figure out how much
energy I would have left at the top. With the
POWER KNEE I don’t think about reaching
the top. I’m at the top before I have time
to think about it.”
— SFC MIKE McNAUGHTON
PROPRIO FOOT
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— SGM Brad Halling, CP
You need to live a Life Without Limitations .
Ossur brings you a precise fusion of nature and
electronics to create Bionic Technology by Ossur.
The PROPRIO FOOT is the first and only microprocessor foot to
utilize the power of Artificial Intelligence with Terrain Logic™ software.
In just 15 steps, your individual style of walking is recorded as a “gait
profile.” Your customized “gait profile” is then automatically launched
each time you take a step, providing instantaneous adjustments
when the terrain changes.
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“Before I could only wear tennis shoes. The PROPRIO
FOOT helps control alignment automatically so
my knee doesn’t hyperextend or collapse. I can
wear my dress shoes again, which is really nice.”
— Captain Steve Burns
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FLEX-FOOT
FOR WHEREVER LIFE TAKES YOU.
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The One, the Only, the Carbon-Fiber Original.
Whatever your age, size and activity level, Flex-Foot delivers signature strength, stability,
and flexibility. Maybe it’s because Flex-Foot is the original carbon foot and from the get-go
has set performance benchmarks in the prosthetics industry. And today, it’s still regarded
as the more natural, more comfortable, longer-wear foot. We’d have it no other way.
Chances are, neither would the thousands using a Flex-Foot today.
Carbon Fiber
Every Flex-Foot is made from carbon fiber; the same durable, lightweight, flexible,
corrosion-resistant material used in the aerospace industry.
Energy Return
As your heel hits the ground, the impact creates energy which is absorbed by and stored
in the carbon fiber. Consequently, with each step, energy is returned, simulating the spring
action of your natural foot.
Shock Absorption
The Carbon-X® Active Heel absorbs shock as your heel strikes the ground, significantly
reducing forces on your residual limb, knee, hip and back.
Natural Walking
The full-length keel matches the length of your sound foot, ensuring a smooth, more
natural gait, while the split toe feature enables the Flex-Foot to adapt to terrain and help
you walk naturally on uneven ground.
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Paul Winchell
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FLEX-FOOT . UNIQUE FEATURES FOR EVERYDAY PERFORMANCE.
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CETERUS®
MODULAR III™
LP CETERUS®
VARI-FLEX®
Multi-axial ground compliance
allows the foot to conform to
uneven terrain, preventing falls
and further injury.
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LP VARIFLEX®
RE-FLEX VSP®
TALUX®
LOW PROFILE
RE-FLEX VSP®
Flex-FOot® AXIA™
FLEX-RUN®
ELATION®
FLEX-SPRINT™
CHEETAH®
K2 SENSATION®
SURE-FLEX®
With up to 1 inch of
vertical travel, the
Re-Flex VSP absorbs
injury-causing shocks.
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MECHANICAL KNEES
Stability and reliability in every Stride.
Proven Performers. Naturally.
Your knees are perhaps one of the most intricate, highly designed joints in your body.
So how did we go about copying Mother Nature’s masterpiece? We’ve been studying
knee biomechanics for a few decades now. The result? Stable, reliable, high-performance
knees for whatever life entails. In fact, you might like to check out two of the most wellknown names in prosthetics industry, the Mauch® Knee and the Total Knee®.
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Yu Hong
Mauch® Knee
& Mauch® Knee Plus
Total Knee®
2100, 2000, 1900
Expect the same attributes of a natural
knee in the new Mauch Knee. With its
durable aluminum construction and
improved hydraulics, you’re in for a less
strenuous, more controlled ride whether
playing sports or walking varied terrain.
Plus, the sleek new design is a nice
complement to its smooth, natural gait
and superb flexibility.
The Total Knee is the go-to knee for
superior shock absorption, increased
comfort and a more natural and energyefficient gait. Mid-swing shortening
offers increased toe clearance during
swing and the 3-phase hydraulic swing
control accommodates changes in
walking speed, making it the all-around
stability workhorse.
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ICEROSS LINERS
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Comfort and performance start here.
The undercover overachiever.
You’re going to love what’s going on with Ossur Iceross liners. Since the introduction
of the first lock-in liner over twenty years ago, the materials, comfort, functionality and
performance have done nothing but improved. All along, the goal has remained the
same: to provide you with a fit as close to custom as possible. Comfort and performance
start with an optimal fitting liner. And even in a world where what you don’t see is often
overlooked, the Iceross liners continue the quest to deliver uncompromised security
and freedom of movement.
SILICONE
The best, most resilient, comfortable and durable non-allergen liner material on the market
is the only material used in Iceross liners. The elastic properties of silicone enable Iceross
to hug the contours of your limb, providing a close fit and significantly reducing forces and
pressure on the surface of your skin.
ACTIVE SKIN CARE
Active Skin Care is a special blend of Aloe Vera and Vasoline®, integrated in the DermaSil™
silicone of the Iceross liner. This unique moisturizing component works in synergy with
your skin’s natural oils to promote healthier, stronger skin.
THE WAVE FEATURE
Move any way you please. The Wave feature allows for stretching across the patella and
folding comfortably behind the knee, making it easier to flex the knee. With this extra
flexion and freedom of movement, vaso-constriction is reduced and blood-circulation
to the area is increased.
ICEROSS SEAL-IN® X5
Five seals. No sleeve. The new Iceross Seal-In liner breaks new revolutionary ground with
the most innovative suspension method on the market. Five integrated seals and extremely
flexible silicone add up to an airtight connection designed to distribute forces evenly over
the entire surface area of the limb and provide the most comfortable, secure fit to date.
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Pennie Curet
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ICEROSS LINERS. REDEFINED, RECONFIGURED, RETHOUGHT.
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SEAL-IN® x5
Synergy®
Dermo®
The Double Durometer has two
silicone layers. The softer inner
layer nurtures the skin with Aloe
Vera and helps protect the limb
from impact, while the stiffer
outer layer stabilizes.
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COMFORT
ORIGINAL
Transfemoral Seal-In® X5
Available Soon
Stepping into the
socket is all it takes
to expel air through a
distal valve, creating
hypobaric suction
below the seals.
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OSSUR FOR SPORTS
You have the will. Ossur has the Way.
For the all the amazing things you do
What you want to achieve and what you can achieve will never again be at odds. Not if
Ossur has a say. Superior biomechanical technology combined with invaluable feedback
from runners and active people like you, helped guide the design of a truly exceptional,
high-performance line-up of feet.
Comfort, power and agility—they’re the building blocks of a great run and what active
amputees everywhere count on from Ossur. And it doesn’t matter if you’re chasing a
world record or jogging a mile with your dog, Ossur’s Sport Feet unparalleled fluidity
and engineering will keep you moving comfortably.
Using only superior materials, conducting ongoing research and setting new standards
in the prosthetics industry every year, doesn’t stop with our high performance feet. It’s the
way we design everything around here. It just so happens that the same exceptional quality
and performance that elite athletes rely on, is standard in every Ossur product. Life is full
of things to accomplish, might as well be prepared to achieve them all.
Team Ossur
Say hello to a legion of athletes from around the world,
both elite and amateur, currently achieving what was once
considered impossible for amputees. World-records have
been broken, personal bests set, and the true potential of
amputees brought to the forefront of public awareness.
Through them, new amputees will also discover a Life
Without Limitations®. At the same time, Team Ossur’s
exceptional abilities and the extreme demands placed on their prosthetics, allow us to
gain invaluable feedback for implementing superior technologies. Team Ossur is honored
to share a name with these passionate, talented individuals and even more excited to see
what they accomplish next.
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Oscar Pistorius
Team Ossur
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OSSUR FOR SPORTS. Ready, Set, Go Accomplish the Amazing.
FLEX-RUN
FLEX-SPRINT
If you’re a long distance runner take note:
this custom-designed, lightweight foot elevates
runner’s highs to new heights. With its optimal
energy return and excellent vertical compliance,
more serious athletes, including Ironman World
Champion Sarah Reinertsen, log mile after
mile on this foot than any other highperformance foot.
If you’re a transfemoral amputee looking for a lightweight,
responsive, short-distance foot, the Flex-Sprint answers the
call to duty. Sprinters with characteristic fast twitch muscles
and adrenaline to unleash, rely on this foot’s superior energy
return to help power them through track workouts and races.
Go quick, go fast, just go.
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CHEETAH
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It’s shattered competitors, broken records and always kept
its promise to perform. Ask Marlon Shirley, Oscar Pistorius
or April Holmes, three world record holders who ran their
way into history on the Cheetah. An agile transtibial sprinting
foot, but also used by transfemoral amputees, it attaches
posterior to the socket, making it a sturdy, proven performer
for professional athletes around the world.
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Sarah Reinertsen
Team Ossur
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A World of Opportunity
Networking, Connecting, Succeeding.
Technology Takes a Back Seat
Beyond the innovations, the science, and the high-tech mechanics of returning you to
a fitness level you are comfortable with, there is a whole other part of you we’re here to
nurture. Through connections with amazing organizations and peer groups, you can meet
and play with people who also share your love for sports, fitness, new challenges, social
opportunities — you name it and we’ll help you find it.
CHallenged Athletes Foundation
World-class sprinter, first-time triathlete, competitive cyclist,
marathon runner—the partnership of Challenged Athletes
Foundation and Ossur has helped amputees add these
remarkable titles to their resumes. Through grants, training,
prosthetics and equipment needs, the sole partnership opens
doors every day for athletic greatness. No matter your physical
challenge, age, sport, level or ability, if your goal is to get out there and challenge yourself,
Ossur, CAF and the hundreds of active amputees already pursuing athletic dreams are here
to cheer you across the finish line.
For more information on CAF visit: www.challengedathletes.org
Amputee coalition of america
Education is equally as important as athleticism when it comes
to pursuing a Life Without Limitations®. Which is why Ossur
supports the efforts of the ACA, a national non-profit formed
in 1989 to offer continued education, mentoring, peer support
and consumer advocacy. Ossur and the ACA are actively
involved in the Parity initiative, a nationwide campaign to ensure
that insurance carriers provide necessary medical coverage for amputees. Together, the ACA
and Ossur offer the tools necessary to make educated decisions about your own care and
goals. You take it from there; the opportunities are limitless.
For more information on ACA visit: www.amputee-coalition.org
For more information on organizations available to help you reach your goals visit: www.ossur.com
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Marlon Shirley
Team Ossur
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Visit www.ossur.com to see how Ossur innovation
can work for you.
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