Posted on 07-30-2026 in Durable Medical Equipment by Dr. Alex Coleman, Dr. Joshua Hackel, Dr. Steven Kronlage, Dr. Matthew Mai, Dr. Erik Nilssen, Dr. Chris O'Grady, Dr. Roger Ostrander, Dr. James Piorkowski, Dr. Ryan Riggs, Dr. Brett Smith
North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists continues to embrace the healthcare technology revolution by adding custom, on-site manufacturing of durable medical equipment (DME) from XO Armor Technologies.
Available at all of our clinic locations, XO Armor offers efficient and effective solutions for Durable Medical Equipment (DME), resulting in sleek, custom-fit options for our patients. The user-friendly design and integrated printing feature come together to create a seamless experience; as we like to say, it's as easy as 1-2-3.
XO Armor's ease of use and efficiency offer numerous advantages to our patients:
What types of devices can be printed on our on-site printer?
One of the many benefits of the XO Armor solution is that thousands of unique designs can be printed on the printer. We can create customized scans of the body, modify where needed, and print the device. However, the printer is not limited to "standard" devices. If we want to get creative and accommodate for a previous injury, sensitive incision, skin issues, or other concerns, the software and printer allow for a fully customized solution.
Where does my custom-scanned device print?
Our printer is physically located in one of our Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine offices. However, it is available for any of our providers at any of our locations to utilize. Once we've sent the customized scan to the printer, it prints right in our office, allowing us to fit it to you quickly.
What is the average time for a print to be completed?
The print time depends on the size and complexity of the device we create for you. The average time for a typical scan, such as a rib guard, wrist brace, etc., could be between 25-40 minutes. For smaller devices such as finger splints, ulnar gutters, hand guards, etc., the average time is generally less than 30 minutes. The average time might be 45-90 minutes for larger devices or those with extreme modifications. The exact time depends on size, thickness, modifications, and complexity.
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