Dr. Andreas Hahn
Vita
Graduated as physicist from Oxford University, UK;
30+ years in the medical device industry;
Corporate Vice President, directing Ottobock`s global clinical research activities;
Active researcher, 3 times winner of the AOPA Thranhardt Award
Program Items
Microprocessor-controlled knee joints can significantly influence the mobility, safety and participation of users with different activity levels. Current studies show how modern MPK systems perform in rehabilitation and daily life – from early initial treatment to return to work. You will take away how to select the appropriate technology based on clinical evidence and how to specifically enhance the functional benefit for your patients.
Neurological conditions such as spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy or stroke, as well as the consequences of neurological trauma or viral infections, prove to be incurable in many cases. Those affected must learn to live with flaccid or spastic paralysis. The goal is always to achieve long-term, pain-free mobility. New treatment options are emerging: microprocessor-controlled knee ankle foot orthoses, whole-body neuromodulation, or functional electrical stimulation. You will learn about the latest results from clinical studies and practical experience within this dynamically evolving therapeutic field.