The company was founded in 1861 by James Edward Hanger, the first Civil War amputee, who also invented the first articulating prosthetic knee. He also held two patents from the Confederate government and was commissioned to develop prosthetic limbs for veteran soldiers.
The company has since incorporated microprocessors, carbon fiber, accelerometers and robotics into their product line. To commemorate the event, Hanger leadership, practitioners and patients will ring The Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Aug. 10.
Read the release about Hanger Orthopedic Group.
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