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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…
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…
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…
Fillauer Celebrates 10 Years of Glädjeruset (Happy Race)
Fillauer proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of Glädjeruset on August 24th, marking our third year as sponsors of this incredible event. Glädjeruset, held in Täby, Sweden, stands as a testament to inclusivity, joy, and the pursuit of an active lifestyle. At Fillauer, we’re dedicated to helping individuals achieve their best functional outcomes through our advanced…
Fillauer Allstars Shine at 2024 Americas Paratriathlon Championships
Fillauer Allstars Kendra Herber, Kyle Stepp, and David Whelan delivered standout performances at the 2024 Americas Paratriathlon Championships in Miami. Kendra and Kyle both clinched impressive third-place finishes, while David secured a strong fourth place. We are immensely proud of our Allstars’ achievements, resilience, and character. It’s also thrilling to see our Obsidian running blade…
Living Life Unlimited
People talk about ‘the little things in life’ a lot. But many won’t have the context to appreciate what a big deal these little things are unless they spend fifteen minutes having a chat with Korrin Barrett. “Just being able to hold a knife. You can’t imagine what that meant.” Korrin said of a recent…
From the Ice Rink to Patient Advocacy, Kevin Herbert Makes an Inspiring Difference.
Our Fillauer spotlight this month is on Kevin Herbert, a father, patient advocate, and ambassador for disability awareness with a passion for hockey. As he works out in the gym or slides across the ice in his Team USA jersey taking shots at the net it’s hard to tell he is missing part of his arm. You can see that he’s enjoying the sport; for…
Defying Limits: Peruvian Para Triathlete Arturo Rudy Yarasca Gabriel
The Ironman 70.3, also known as the Half Ironman, is one of a series of long-distance triathlon races organized by the World Triathlon Corporation. The “70.3” refers to the total distance in miles covered in the race, which consists of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run. For many of us,…
Artyom Navigates Cycling
Artyom Arakelyan, a 32-year-old linguistics graduate from Yerevan, Armenia, has overcome numerous challenges in his life. His story begins in 2003 when, at the age of 12, he tragically lost both his upper limbs in an electrical accident. Artyom had been an aspiring football goalkeeper, playing with his friends in an abandoned electrical substation when…
From Adversity to Greatness
In the world of Paralympic sports, one remarkable name stands out: Tyrone Pillay, the celebrated athlete from South Africa. Not only has he achieved greatness on the global stage, but he has also become an incredible source of inspiration and resilience for others. For an impressive 14 years, he has proudly worn the South African…
Bruce Kizerian: Inventor, Educator and Volunteer
I met Bruce at a Fillauer MyoU Course in Salt Lake City where he was involved as a transhumeral patient volunteer for the session. I was told he was someone I should get to know—and I’m glad I did! He has a fascinating story with ties to the early origins of the Utah Arm. Growing…
From Tragedy to Triumph – How a Life-Altering Accident Led to an Inspiring CrossFit Journey
At 20 years old, Hilton Jones felt invincible as he embarked on a backpacking adventure across Asia. Little did he know that a horrifying accident in India would leave him permanently changed, ultimately leading him to discover his passion for CrossFit and inspiring others. Hilton, originally from the UK and now residing in Stockholm, recalls…
Unbreakable
David Whelan is an accomplished para triathlete, currently ranked ninth in the country. He is also the U.S. Team Captain for the largest triathlon team in the country, Team Zoot Para Athletes Sports, and serves as a chairmember for Bridge Adaptive. In addition, David is an ambassador for Fillauer Companies and the 998 initiatives, and…
Meet Olivia Lavieri
Olivia is a 12-year-old below knee amputee who inspires everyone she meets. Olivia lost her leg below her knee at a very young age and was introduced 3 seasons ago to Hurricanes Sled Hockey in Raleigh, North Carolina. She immediately fell in love with the sport and has become a leader on her team and…
Jason Lucci, Canadian Taska Pioneer
The newly released issue of Thrive, a Canadian magazine helping people live well with limb loss, includes a feature article on amputee Jason Lucci. Jason has helped support and build the highly-respected Amputee Coalition of Toronto, is a Taska Champion, and has the distinction of being the first Taska user in Canada. Jason lost his…
“Make It Count”
Carson Fox has an uncommon story, yet not as uncommon as you might think. His story inspires all who know it, yet Carson shuns the spotlight, overcoming challenges, pushing himself and encouraging others through his example. A Lucky Break: One would not normally think breaking an ankle to be a lucky event but in some…