Best Artificial Leg Podcasts (2025)

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Tech stack: Upstream sector looks to artificial intelligence in next leg of innovation (Ep 196) 31:44

15d ago31:44

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The data-hungry upstream sector has been working with artificial intelligence for more than 40 years to, among other things, mitigate subsurface risks and predict production. Upstream expert Rachael Moreland joins EnergyCents with hosts Hill Vaden and Sam Humphreys to discuss the oil and gas industry’s history with AI adoption and where in the upst…

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Pricing power: Developing a roadmap for carbon differentiated markets (Ep. 198) 33:01

1d ago33:01

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Carbon differentiation allows market participants to assign value to the role of greenhouse gas emissions associated with an economy’s goods and services. Carbon markets experts Kevin Birn and Jonty Rushforth join EnergyCents with hosts Hill Vaden and Sam Humphreys to discuss the evolution of differentiated carbon markets and how consistency in mea…

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CPO/Inventor Beyond Borders with Jochen Weigel 47:02

2d ago47:02

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Send us a text Jochen Weigel from Stuttgart, Germany joins us to discuss his innovative contributions to prosthetics, including post-processing for Niagara feet and the development of the AirFit casting system. • Jochen's journey from clinical specialist to R&D manager to starting his own business 13 years ago • The AirFit system uses air pressure …

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Managing Malpractice Risk When Treating Children of Divorced Parents 10:49

2d ago10:49

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Treating children of divorced parents presents unique challenges for acupuncturists, carrying significant liability risks. A core issue arises when one parent consents to care, but the other parent, who may share joint custody, demands treatment cease or access to records, having not been informed or consented. Assuming consent from a single parent…

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Acupuncture and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Enhancing Autonomic Regulation 8:17

2d ago8:17

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition marked by persistent fatigue and autonomic dysfunction. While conventional treatments focus on symptom relief, a recent randomized controlled trial explored how acupuncture and moxibustion could specifically modulate autonomic function. The study involved 210 participants, primarily those w…

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The Wrong Way to Treat Chronic Spine Pain 7:18

2d ago7:18

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Breaking news for chronic spine pain patients and providers: the latest "Rapid Recommendation" from the BMJ strongly advises against several commonly used interventional procedures for chronic spine pain not caused by cancer or inflammatory conditions. An international expert panel, basing their guideline on systematic reviews of trials, concluded …

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Efficacy and Safety of Products Used on the Skin During Microneedling and Facial Rejuvenation 8:05

4d ago8:05

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Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure increasingly used by acupuncturists, involving tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries that stimulate collagen, elastin, cellular turnover, and blood circulation. This process improves fine lines, texture, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and acne scars. A critical aspect is that these micro-injuries cre…

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Can Herbal Medicine Be Integrated Into Oncology Care? 7:25

2d ago7:25

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With cancer affecting a significant portion of the global population, conventional treatments often bring challenging side effects and aren't always fully effective, leading many patients to seek complementary therapies. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its herbal remedies are emerging as a valuable integrated approach. Research highlights se…

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Integrating Prior Skills Into Practice 7:26

2d ago7:26

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The article highlights the fascinating ways individuals integrate their previous careers and diverse skills into the practice of Asian medicine, enriching their diagnostic abilities and client interactions. Far from being discarded, prior experience becomes a valuable asset. Former engineers find it easy to grasp qi and structural issues. Those fro…

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Three Keys to Effective Gua Sha Treatment in Your Clinic 8:05

2d ago8:05

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Acupuncturists can significantly enhance their practice by incorporating effective Gua Sha treatment, a powerful modality for addressing myofascial issues, pain, limited motion, and overall well-being. The article highlights three key elements for success. First, always obtain informed consent. Explain Gua Sha's action and show patients what the te…

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A Few Good Eggs: TCM for Fertility and Reproductive Health 8:48

2d ago8:48

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Fertility is presented not just as a goal for conception but as a vital sign of overall health and well-being. While women are born with a set number of eggs that naturally declines over time, starting from around 7 million before birth to about 300,000 by puberty, and declining more rapidly after age 35, various factors can accelerate this loss an…

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American Society of Acupuncturists Celebrates 10 Years 7:10

2d ago7:10

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The article details the American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) celebrating its 10th anniversary with a live in-person conference held April 26-27, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia. Attracting practitioners from across the U.S., Canada, and China, the event centered on the theme “Cultivating Our Future Together”, focusing on advancing the acupuncture …

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Did VA / Medicare Allowed Rates Increase? 11:21

2d ago11:21

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There's great news for acupuncturists billing Medicare and the VA: for 2025, there's been a substantial increase in the allowed rates for the initial acupuncture codes, 97810 and 97813. This significant change, described as roughly a 20% increase and the largest change to any code value for 2025, stems directly from increases in the Relative Value …

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Embracing the Future: How Artificial Intelligence Can Enhance Acupuncture Practice 7:37

2d ago7:37

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The article explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing acupuncture practice. AI can significantly aid acupuncturists by analyzing complex patient data, including electronic health records and genetic information, to improve diagnostic accuracy and identify subtle patterns not immediately apparent. This leads to mo…

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Stationary Bike Riding for Management of Parkinson’s Disease 7:25

2d ago7:25

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For individuals grappling with Parkinson's Disease (PD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder causing debilitating motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness, conventional treatments often fall short of halting the disease's progression. However, exciting research highlights exercise as a powerful adjunct therapy. Specifically, the article delve…

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Herbal Therapy for Hip OA 7:31

2d ago7:31

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Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip, a condition causing significant joint pain, is extensively treated in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Within TCM, OA falls under the category of bi syndromes. Unlike generic supplements like fish oil or glucosamine, Chinese patent herbal medicines offer a more "surgical precision" in treatment by addressing the s…

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Comeback kid: Rising gas prices expand near-term use of coal in U.S. power markets (Ep 197) 25:16

8d ago25:16

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Annual coal use in U.S. power generation has declined since the early 2000s as plants retire and renewables and natural gas win market share. However, 2025 may pause or slow the trend, if only temporarily. Coal-markets expert Wendy Schallom joins EnergyCents with hosts Hill Vaden and Sam Humphreys to discuss how two years of stockpile build and hig…

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Hanger Clinic's Bold Move: How Agile Orthopedics Acquisition Reshapes Patient Care with Joris and Brent 36:32

13d ago36:32

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Send us a text The mobile prosthetic clinic model is gaining traction as Hanger acquires Colorado-based Agile Orthopedics, potentially changing how prosthetic care is delivered nationwide. Raise3D's new RMS-220 SLS printer enters the market with open material capabilities, challenging the economics of small-scale prosthetic production. • Mobile cli…

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The Risk of Joint Ownership in Patents – And Why It’s a Trap. EP157 6:38

15d ago6:38

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In this episode of Patenting for Inventors, we dive into the hidden pitfalls of joint patent ownership—and why it’s often more trouble than it’s worth. From licensing surprises to enforcement roadblocks, you’ll learn how even the best-intentioned partnerships can turn into legal landmines. Find out how to protect your rights, avoid unwanted co-owne…

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Ground Zero: Powder Bed Fusion for Prosthetics with David Pierick 55:16

21d ago55:16

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Send us a text David Pierick, a retired Applications Engineer, shares the journey of bringing powder bed fusion technology to prosthetics and orthotics, revolutionizing patient comfort and outcomes through advanced materials. • The initial challenge: proving 3D printed prosthetic components were as good or better than traditional methods • Testing …

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Gasoline Dreams: Peak demand encroaches on oil markets (Ep. 195) 33:00

23d ago33:00

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Global crude demand begins to peak in 2027 despite longer-term growth trajectories for both jet fuel and naphtha, according to the most recent update of S&P Global Commodity Insights’ Annual Strategic Workbook covering oil markets. Oil and refined products experts Matt Andre and Shiva Gupta join EnergyCents hosts Hill Vaden and Sam Humphreys to dis…

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Face Value: Protecting Your Identity with Name, Image, and Likeness Rights. EP156 8:22

26d ago8:22

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In this episode, we’re diving into the world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights—what they are, why they matter, and how they’re shaping everything from college sports to social media and AI. Whether you’re an athlete, influencer, entrepreneur, or just someone with a digital presence, your identity has value—and the law is catching up to prot…

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The Doctor is In: Telemedicine for O & P with Dr. Nate Crider 54:11

29d ago54:11

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Send us a text Dr. Nate Crider joins us to discuss his approach to prosthetic care through telemedicine, where he bridges the gap between prosthetists, patients, and insurance requirements. As a PM&R specialist, he has expanded to 14 states in just three years, improving outcomes by bringing medical expertise directly to prosthetic clinics. • Telem…

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Change Makers: Spiro Youakim, Lazard Managing Director (Ep. 194) 25:45

30d ago25:45

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Lazard Inc. is one of the world's leading financial advisory and asset management firms. The company’s Financial Advisory practice supports its clients on mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, debt and capital structure and capital raising. Its Asset Management segment provides a range investment solutions to institutions, corporations, governm…

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Discovering Skull Palpation 11:08

1M ago11:08

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Discover the power of skull palpation, a unique acupuncture technique developed by Dr. Clayton Shiu over 20 years of treating stroke and neurological patients. This method, technically scalp palpation but distinct from scalp acupuncture, allows for the rapid assessment of neurological conditions by identifying specific skull patterns correlated wit…

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VUIM Providing Acupuncture to D1 Student Athletes 5:56

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George Washington University (GWU) Division 1 student athletes have gained access to acupuncture through an exciting new partnership with the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (VUIM). This wellness initiative, launched in April, offers GWU athletes a safe and non-invasive approach to managing pain, accelerating injury recovery, enhancing …

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The Emerging Role of Nicotine in the Integrative Treatment of Long COVID 13:38

1M ago13:38

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Emerging as an unconventional yet intriguing approach to the persistent challenges of Long COVID, low-dose nicotine patches are being explored as a potential integrative treatment. The rationale lies in nicotine's ability to compete with SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins at receptor sites, potentially restoring homeostasis. Furthermore, nicotine acts as an…

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It’s Hip to Treat OA With Acupuncture 12:27

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Discover the potential of acupuncture for hip osteoarthritis (OA)! This common condition, often seen in people aged 50-70, causes pain that can radiate into the groin or lower back, typically worsened by activity and relieved by rest. The good news is that acupuncture can be extremely effective not only in reducing pain but also potentially prevent…

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Acupuncture and Knee OA: Unlocking the Analgesic Pathway 10:11

1M ago10:11

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Recent research has illuminated how acupuncture alleviates knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms by targeting key pain and inflammation pathways. A study involving rabbits with induced knee OA revealed that daily 20-minute acupuncture sessions at specific acupoints, including Neixiyan, Dubi, Xuehai, Zusanli, Hegu, and Yanglingquan, over 28 days signifi…

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Modulating the Gut-Brain Axis With Low-Level Laser Therapy (Pt. 2) 14:12

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This fascinating article explores the powerful synergy between Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and modern Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in modulating the intricate gut-brain axis. It highlights how TCM views organs like the spleen and stomach as central to postnatal qi and cognitive stability, the liver as governing qi dynamics and emotional ba…

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Plateau and Profit ... or Release and Replace? 11:17

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Clinicians may face a significant ethical dilemma: whether to plateau and profit by continuing treatment for a patient whose clinical progress has stalled, or to release and replace that patient. This situation becomes complex because the "devil is in the details" of the medical business. Factors such as the financial health of the practice, insure…

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The Wood Element and the Pelvis 10:38

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"The Wood Element and the Pelvis" by Krystal Lynn Couture explores the intricate relationship between the wood element in Chinese medicine and the pelvis, highlighting the essential balance between strength and flexibility for optimal posture and function. The article draws parallels between the wood phase and the energetic burgeoning of spring, sy…

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NCCAOM 2024 Job Analysis: Key Findings and Insights 11:50

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The 2024 NCCAOM Job Analysis, as highlighted in Acupuncture Today, provides compelling insights into the evolving landscape of acupuncture and herbal medicine practice. A significant majority of practitioners receive patient referrals from physicians (65%), chiropractors (53%), and massage therapists (53%), underscoring a growing recognition of acu…

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Acupuncture for High-Impact Sports 10:42

1M ago10:42

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High-impact athletes are increasingly turning to acupuncture to gain a competitive edge and maintain peak physical condition. This ancient practice offers a multifaceted approach to athletic well-being, enhancing performance by boosting explosive force and speed through increased carnitine and ATP production. Acupuncture also positively impacts the…

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Trademark Refused, Patent Approved: Illegal Intellectual Property Explained. EP155 9:53

1M ago9:53

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Can you patent an illegal invention? What about trademarking a product that breaks federal law—or copyrighting something downright criminal? In this episode of The Patenting for Inventors Podcast, you'll learn about the surprising differences in how U.S. intellectual property law treats illegality. From patented bongs to denied THC trademarks, you’…

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Rule follower: Biofuels navigates evolutions in trade, renewable energy policies (Ep 193) 31:23

1M ago31:23

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The US biofuels industry begins 2025 facing significant policy uncertainty, despite having produced record volumes of ethanol, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel in 2024. Biofuels expert Corey Lavinsky joins EnergyCents hosts Hill Vaden and Sam Humphreys to discuss the current state of US biofuels and the implications of evolving feder…

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Engineering Hope: Lasting Global Solutions with Bill Wright 48:21

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Send us a text Bill Wright shares his global healthcare and engineering journey spanning 36 countries over 50 years. His uniques experiences reveal how important it is to create lasting impact through sustainable solutions with good engineering. •On one of his jourey's Bill was introduced to prosthetics in Bangladesh where he encountered the Jaipur…

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High expectations: North America gas prepares for calls to grow (Ep 192) 29:27

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The role of North American gas is set to expand as LNG exports and domestic power demands increase the call on the domestic supply. However, there remains uncertainty in both the timing and levels of expected demand growth. North America gas expert Sara Hakim joins EnergyCents with hosts Hill Vaden and Sam Humphreys to discuss the current state of …

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Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) be an Inventor? Guidance from the Patent Office. EP154 8:13

2M ago8:13

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Can AI be an inventor? The short answer is no—but the full story is more complex. In this episode, I break down the latest Patent Office guidance on AI-assisted inventions and what it means for inventorship. Learn when using AI still qualifies you for a patent, where the legal grey areas lie, and what to watch out for in your filings. If you’re inn…

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Bits and Bytes: Responding to Datacentre demand growth (Ep 191) 38:38

2M ago38:38

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As adoption of AI expands across the globe, through LLMs, Cloud services, inferencing, and network hubs, more power-hungry data centers are needed to meet this demand. With this expansion of technology, regions are taking different approaches on how to build out this infrastructure, with plans for new hubs being announced regularly. AI and Datacent…

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Temperature Control for Prosthetic Sockets with Bryan Costello 49:36

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Send us a text Bryan Costello shares his incredible journey from nuclear power plant worker to prosthetic innovator after losing his leg an accident. Drawing on his mechanical expertise, he developed heating and cooling systems for prosthetic sockets that address temperature regulation problems that have plagued amputees for decades. • Developing h…

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Change Makers: Gary Agnew, Ideon Technologies CEO (Ep 190) 32:14

2M ago32:14

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Canadian-based Ideon Technologies is revolutionizing the exploration of subsurface resources through its use of cutting edge, cosmic-ray muon tomography. The company provides customers innovative solutions for sustainable and efficient resource discovery, making signiificant strides in reducing environmental impact whilst enhancing operational effi…

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Meet William - CREATOR, WRITER & PRODUCER OF "LEGS"!!!!! 48:35

2M ago48:35

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Send us a text This is it!!! The episode you have all been waiting for!!! I finally speak to WILLIAM SINCLAIR, the CREATOR, WRITER & PRODUCER of "LEGS: A STAGE PLAY!!!! We do a deep dive into William's love of writing, how he became a writer, how he balances being a producer and writer. And the million-dollar question... How he was inspired and wha…

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Power Play: Europe reckons with higher electricity prices as demand growth returns (Ep 189) 31:09

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Europe is making progress against its net-zero ambitions and is generating about 70% of its electricity from carbon-free sources, including nuclear. However, wholesale prices remain high following the 2022 energy crisis, and demand has yet to return to pre-Covid levels. European power market experts Sylvain Cognet-Dauphin and Coralie Laurencin join…

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Valves, Sockets, and Creating Consistency in Prosthetic Care With Matthew Doering 59:58

2M ago59:58

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Send us a text Matt Doering shares how Cypress Adaptive came to fruition. • Entering the prosthetic industry through an unexpected path from Coast Guard service to selling cars • Building Cypress Adaptive with a focus on superior valve technology using spring and diaphragm systems that work even with debris present • Designing components with repla…

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Navigating the Intersection of Botox and Acupuncture in Bell’s Palsy Treatment 13:18

2M ago13:18

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This article from Acupuncture Today presents an intriguing case where acupuncture successfully treated Bell's palsy in a 60-year-old woman who had recently undergone Botox injections around her eyes for cosmetic purposes. The case was unusual because the muscle-relaxing effects of Botox conflicted with acupuncture's goal of stimulating nerve and mu…

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