Programmable Foam® keeps Tania comfortable during competition Every elite athlete knows that success lies in the smallest details—especially when managing a complex health condition. Paralympic javelin thrower Tania Keramyda faces daily challenges living with myasthenia gravis, a rare autoimmune disease causing muscle weakness and fatigue. For years, persistent lower back pain from long hours in…
From Tinta Lab in Dubai with Cara — how local expertise meets global innovation We’ve established print service hubs together with local partners across Europe, in Australia, and in Dubai. Each partner brings deep knowledge of their local context, and that matters because needs and conditions vary significantly from country to country. We’re proud of…
3D-printed brace helps Astrid keep an active life “I’m a special case,” Astrid says with a big smile. That’s how our interview begins—our first impression of an active young woman with a lot of drive. And we’re about to learn how she’s using that drive to pursue a full and active life, despite living with…
3D-printed cushion transforms Stephanie’s game Stephanie Altmeier has played wheelchair basketball for over 20 years and recently started para-badminton as well. As an ambulatory wheelchair user with a genetic condition causing chronic pain and hypermobility, she always adapted to the challenges of her sports. But five years ago, her body started pushing back—hip and back…
Let’s evaluate 3D printing vs. traditional foam in custom seating Get the insights from the State of Tennessee West Region Seating and Positioning Clinic on pressure mapping, comfort, and skin protection. Real magic happens when you combine skills, knowledge, and innovative technology. At Create it REAL, we label ourselves 3D print experts and have developed…
Reduce waste when producing correction braces “Everything is covered in white dust, which is impossible to eliminate. After a day in production, it is everywhere. You carry it in your hair and clothes. It travels in the air and finds small openings. It is just everywhere. Everybody dislikes it.” We had scheduled an interview with…