Episode Description
We record on the road to the mothership to fit a 3D-printed adjustable suction socket using AirFit casting and compare loaded scans to raw scans. David shares his crash-to-career journey, why adjustability matters for neuromas and daily volume, and what makes the Americus foot feel lighter and livelier than it looks.
• AirFit casting under load versus direct scanning
• Four-scan workflow and remote 3D fabrication
• Suction plus adjustability for volume and hotspots
• Flexible inner swaps for quick tuning
• David’s neuroma history and fit lessons
• Merecus foot layup, split keel, and energy return
• Social media as connector, career builder, and patient support
• Choosing a prosthetist who listens and offers trials
• Safety, waste, and smarter ovens in the lab
• Why 3D printing speeds care and improves revenue cycle
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Special thanks to Advanced 3D for sponsoring this episode.