02/15/2024    

PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1

Balance Doctor's "Balance Sock" Authorized by VA and Defense Dep’t.

 

Balance Doctor LLC has announced a significant milestone for its flagship product, the Balance Sock, a result of extensive research and innovative design by podiatrist. Mike Hames, DPM, the Balance Sock was recently fully authorized for patient prescription use within both the Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DOD) systems. This endorsement marks a new chapter in supporting the health and operational readiness of America's military personnel.

 

Dr. Michael Hames

 

"We are thrilled that the VA and DOD understand how well our product works and can use it to benefit our active soldiers and veterans," said Dr. Hames, Balance Doctor CEO. "We were recently at a VA medical conference and had resounding acceptance by the physicians in attendance, with orders now going out every day. And we are currently working with the DOD to adopt the Balance Sock as standard issue for our troops, helping reduce ankle injuries and falls."

 

Source: The Messenger [2/13/24]