OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE CANADA INTRODUCES TRIAS FOOT
OAKVILLE, Ontario – (May 15, 2006) – Otto Bock HealthCare Canada Ltd. today announced the launch of Trias, the latest innovation in prosthetic feet. The Trias delivers increased flexibility to users by capturing the motion and feel of a real foot.
With a lightweight carbon construction, Trias has unique conjoint dual spring elements that acts more like a natural ankle joint. This configuration allows for better heel shock absorption, rollover and energy efficiency for the wearer. In addition, Trias also reduces excessive forces on the contralateral leg to make wearing more comfortable.
“When we design prosthetics like the Trias, Otto Bock focuses on the needs of the amputees and builds products that expand their range of activities rather than limit them,” says Mark Agro Vice President, Otto Bock Canada. “Trias is meant to take on uneven terrain so wearers can have more freedom to do what they want.”
Trias also provides amputees with the option of a natural-looking cosmetic footshell to cover the prosthetic.
About Otto Bock HealthCare
Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH is the world market leader in developing, manufacturing and selling technologically advanced prosthetic and orthotic componentry. The 85-year-old company employs more than 3,800 people in 32 countries. Established in 1919, Otto Bock HealthCare is based in Duderstadt, Germany. In 1958 Otto Bock HealthCare established the North and South American corporate office in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Canadian headquarters was established in 1978 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and then relocated to Oakville, Ontario in 1993.
Otto Bock HealthCare has successfully entered the rehabilitation market in North America, Europe and Asia, developing highly specialized mobility and seating solutions for adults and children. The company produces over 20,000 types of prosthetic and orthotic components, rehabilitation products, mobility products, technical plastics and foot care technology. For more information please visit www.ottobock.ca or www.ottobock.com.
