Category: Professional
Fillauer Named Primary U.S. Distributor of Aether Biomedical’s Zeus S Prosthetic Hand
CHATTANOOGA, TN, September 22, 2025- Fillauer and Aether Biomedical today announced that Fillauer has been named the primary U.S. distributor of the Zeus S Hand (Zeus). The award-winning Zeus prosthetic hand was developed by Aether Biomedical, a medical robotics company dedicated to improving patient independence and clinical outcomes through innovative prosthetic technology. Zeus makes daily…
ProPlus devices now 200x faster response time
Fillauer ProPlus devices including the ETD, ETD2, MC Hand the MC ProWrist are now 200x faster than previous models delivering lighting fast response times and durability that lasts. The ETD2 has also been upgraded, featuring newly engineered, all-metal fingers for unmatched strength and accuracy, along with a smoother, more responsive capacitive touch experience.
TASKA CX: The Right Fit for Emily’s Life
Long story short: Emily loves how her TASKA CX looks. She told us, “I always used to wear a cosmetic, passive arm for things like family photos and my wedding. In 2024, my brother got married, and I was a bridesmaid. I wore my TASKA.” “At 12, I sized into an adult hand, which was…
Morgan Stickney: From Rising Star to Paralympic Champion Amid Adversity
Morgan Stickney was an aspiring Olympic swimmer when a serious injury led to the amputation of her left leg below the knee at 20 years old. Despite the life-changing event, Morgan’s passion for swimming didn’t diminish. In fact, she jumped back into the pool just three months after her amputation and became a national champion…
Breaking Barriers: Kendra Herber’s Inspiring Story
Paratriathlete Kendra Herber has a relentless drive to balance family life with her athletic and professional endeavors. With an impressive resume as an author, model, public speaker, disability advocate, longtime teacher, wife and mother of two, Kendra proves that you can find harmony in the chaos of life by pursuing what you love and never…
Fillauer TRS Relocates to Chattanooga
Fillauer TRS is moving its operations to Fillauer’s Chattanooga, TN location. The move will allow Fillauer to streamline its upper body power product line, giving customers a single point of contact for orders and logistics. “Having all body power products in one location will allow us to continually improve our offerings and focus on the…
Craig Harrington – Defying Limits in Adaptive CrossFit
Craig Harrington from New Zeeland is a lower extremity adaptive athlete who has quickly made his mark in competitive CrossFit. Across 2023 and 2024, he appeared at the Torian Pro in Brisbane, an elite event where he shared the stage with the world’s top athletes, including Rogan Dean, currently ranked number one in the lower…
Nathan A. Sprunger is the new Director of Clinical Education at Fillauer
Nate Sprunger, MSPO, CP, joined Fillauer Motion Control as an educator in October 2017 focusing on the myoelectric and upper limb line of products, including the TASKA Hand. During his tenure he has presented to universities and traveled to many local and international clinics for device specific training and fitting. In February 2025 he was…
From Battling Cancer to Paralympic Glory: The Remarkable Journey of Hailey Danz
From battling cancer to becoming a Paralympic champion, Hailey Danz’s journey is a remarkable example of strength and determination, culminating in a gold medal win at the Paris Paralympic Games. Her story is a testament to her unwavering spirit and commitment to overcoming obstacles. Growing up, Hailey was always very active. As a young athlete,…
From Battlefield to Triumph: The Inspiring Journey of Melissa Stockwell
From the ashes of a battlefield explosion to the pinnacle of Paralympic glory, Melissa Stockwell’s story is filled with courage and determination. Her journey began on the battlefield in Iraq, where a roadside bomb caused her to lose her left leg. This significant event started a new chapter in her life, where Melissa would push…
Meet Chris Ruckel: Product Sales Specialist, Mid-South
We are happy to introduce Chris Ruckel, Fillauer’s new Product Sales Specialist. He joins us after spending 16 years in medical device sales. Covering the Mid-South region of the US, he enjoys seeing patients thrive while using Fillauer products. Chris graduated from University of California in 2002 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology.…
Meet Amy Ginsburg: Fillauer’s New Clinical Educator
We are excited to welcome Amy Ginsburg to our US education team! Amy brings a wealth of experience in biology, education, and prosthetics. Amy graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Secondary Education from the University of St. Thomas. Following college, she taught freshman biology then worked as an outdoor educator on Catalina Island…
Meet Our Experts at AOPA 2024!
Friday | 9:00 – 10:30 am Jodie O’Connell Ponkos TASKA User, Patient Participant in Fillauer’s Workshop – Innovations in Upper Limb Prosthetics -Reach Beyond the Boundaries Jodie is a Certified Occupational Therapist, and right-hand amputee for over 20 years. She has experience with both the TASKA HandGen2 and the TASKA CX Hand. Stop by Fillauer’s…
Fillauer launches Learning Management System
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Fillauer Learning Center, your new go-to platform for professional growth and engagement. Designed with O&P and Allied Health professionals in mind, the Fillauer Learning Center offers a comprehensive collection of resources to enhance your skills and streamline your workflow This innovative online platform provides access to…
Discover Fillauer Café at OTWorld
Step into the world of innovation and inspiration at the Fillauer Café, located in hall 5 booth D14. This unique space celebrates Hanger’s acquisition of Fillauer and showcases the expertise of our end users, product developers, and educators. Join us for a special series of engaging sessions featuring inspirational and educational talks, free signature smoothies, snacks,…
Myoelectric University (MyoU): An Invaluable Training Resource for Upper Limb Clinicians
As a new group of O&P attendees filled the classroom at Fillauer Motion Control in Salt Lake City there was an air of curiosity and excitement The Spring 2024 Myoelectric University session, or MyoU for short, was about to start. The course consists of three and a half days of intensive training in myoelectric upper…
Fillauer Announces Acquisition by Hanger
We at Fillauer are thrilled to announce we have entered into an agreement to be acquired by Hanger, Inc., a leading provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) patient care services and solutions. The transaction is expected to close in Q1 of 2024. As a family-owned company with a strong legacy of more than 100 years,…
Fillauer’s Mission to Empower and Educate in Ukraine
Embarking on a Mission of Hope and Empowerment As a family-owned business deeply rooted in the field of prosthetics, Fillauer is led by a lineage of expert prosthetists. We recently embarked on a mission that transcends business – it is a journey of hope, connection, and empowerment. Our destination was the city of Lviv, Ukraine,…
Activity-Specific Devices for Every Passion
Ignite Your Passion with Fillauer TRS Activity-Specific Devices! This summer, we are thrilled to launch our exciting campaign highlighting our extensive range of Activity-Specific Devices. Each week, we will showcase a different selection of products on our social media platforms, bringing together similar devices for various activities. From sports to hobbies, we have the perfect…
Drill. Pop. Done.
Introducing the New Myo/One Electrode System Designed in partnership with Coapt, the new Myo/One™ Electrode system is a streamlined, waterproof system that can reduce hours of trial and error into a couple quick minutes. Designed around one small preamplifier that provides two channels of EMG signal for myoelectric devices, the system replaces cables, fabrication aids, sealing rings…