Amputee Blade Runners (ABR) is dedicated to helping lower-limb different athletes of all ages reimagine what is possible in sports and in life. Headquartered in Nashville, TN, ABR provides free custom running and sports prosthetics to lower-limb amputees seeking to regain an active lifestyle. Active amputees are a small minority of the overall amputee community […]

Known as “The Mother of all Relays,” Hood to Coast is the most popular and largest running and walking relay in the world. Since its start in 1982, the race has drawn participants from over 40 counties and all 50 states to form an 8–12-member relay team and run/walk 196 miles from the iconic top […]

Fillauer is thrilled to announce the launch of our latest product, the world’s first bio-attributed PVC Prosthetic foot shell based on the innovative material, BIOVYNTM. Not only is this foot shell more durable than previous models, but it’s also environmentally friendly, marking a significant STEP towards sustainability. To complement the upgraded prosthetic foot shell, we’re […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Hanger’s 10th annual Partner Awards were presented January 24, 2023 during the Hanger Live conference in Austin, TX; and Fillauer was the recipient of this year’s Innovation Award for the newly released AllPro XTS foot. The presentation awarded five outstanding companies for their role in supplying products and services which offer excellent patient outcomes, and […]

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 […]

Bob Radocy, executive vice president of Fillauer TRS and founder of TRS, will retire from full-time employment on December 31. He will continue as a consultant for Fillauer providing research and development, customer support, and public relations services. Radocy incorporated TRS in 1979 and, with the help of a Small Business Association Handicapped Assistance Loan, […]

We are excited to introduce and welcome Kendra Herber as our newest AllPro AllStar. Kendra, a world class paratriathlete is also a high school English teacher, speaker, author and advocate for para-athletic sports. Since beginning her journey she has placed third in the National Championships, placed third in her first international race, and recently qualified […]

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (September 20, 2022) – Fillauer, a privately-held global leader in Prosthetic and Orthotic devices, hires Linda Wise as its new Director of Marketing & Sales. In her role, she will develop and monitor the organization’s marketing and sales strategies. Fillauer’s product sales specialists, marketing, and customer experience teams will fall under her experienced […]

Last September right before the elk bowhunt opened, TRS founder Bob Radocy and a long time friend, Bruno, were scouting elk along the Uncompahgre Plateau in Colorado. In the middle of nowhere 30 miles from the nearest town Bob and his friend parked their truck and climbed an outcrop to survey the the canyon. Just […]

We offer our sincere congratulations to our AllStar Jacky who recently set the world record for 104 marathons in 104 days, sporting her Fillauer AllPro prosthetic blade!  Jacky, who lives and trains in Gilbert, AZ didn’t always like to run. More than a decade after losing her leg to cancer at age 26 she laced […]

Fillauer ETD2 Wins Design Award The Utah Division of Arts & Museums’ Design Arts Program in association with the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art announced the winners of their 2022 design competition and chose to feature the Fillauer Motion Control ETD2 design in conjunction with the design firm Espiritu. The original design of the popular […]

John Jarrett’s motivation is matched only by his compassion and enthusiasm for helping families in his Georgia community. John, who wears Fillauer’s Custom Dynamic Walk, is the founder of Atlanta Leadership Club, a nonprofit that empowers families in underserved communities through character-building programs. He’s also a globally ranked adaptive CrossFit athlete. He started competing in […]

Jeff Eschenburg, CP, has been named Fillauer Clinic’s Lead Prosthetist. He relocated to Chattanooga after 10 years in Las Vegas, NV, most recently working as Lead Prosthetist at POP Prosthetics. This follows 15 years of experience in Michigan where he began his career with Wright & Filippis, later owned his own business, and eventually partnered […]

Most 13-year-olds are reveling in their “official” status as a teenager, having just graduated from the awkward tween age. On Marleen Verbeek’s 13th birthday, she was diagnosed with meningitis, which wreaked havoc on her young body and caused her to spend more than 8 months in the hospital.    “More than 35 percent of my body had […]