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Extremities | MIS/Robotics | Trauma/Sports
BIONIK Laboratories Launches Robotic System to Improve Stroke Rehab
InMotion ARM/HAND robotic system is for clinical rehabilitation of stroke survivors and those with mobility impairments due to neurological conditions.Business Wire 01.23.19
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Implants Double the Rate of Bone Lengthening in Kids
Russian scientists developed advanced implants for the Ilizarov orthopedic system.Tomsk Polytechnic University 01.23.19
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Large Joint | Trauma/Sports
Largest Ever Trial in Hip Fracture Fixation Completes One-Year Follow-Up
The X-BOLT revolutionary hip fracture device was also granted FDA 510(k) approval.PR Newswire 01.23.19
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MIS/Robotics | Spine/Neurology
Aurora Spine Gains U.S. Patent for Minimally Invasive Spinal Implants
This is Aurora’s fourth issued U.S. patent.GlobeNewswire 01.23.19
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Spine/Neurology
FDA Clears Altus Spine's Monaco Pedicle Screw System
Product is used to stabilize the spine during non-cervical pedicle fixation.Altus Spine 01.23.19
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Large Joint
Dozens of U.S. Attorneys General Reach $120M Settlement With DePuy Over Hip Replacements
Authorities accuse DePuy of misleading patients about the longevity and efficacy of ASR XL and Pinnacle Ultamet hips.N.Y. Attorney General 01.22.19
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Contract Manufacturing
Nordic Capital Acquires Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
Nordic Capital to acquire controlling majority holding in Orchid, with Altor retaining a significant minority holding.Nordic Capital 01.22.19
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Spine/Neurology
Device Harnesses Magnetic Field to Speed Up Muscle Recovery
Non-invasive magnetic stimulation "tricks" muscle cells into thinking they are exercising and amplifies the biological effect to promote muscle regeneration.National University of Singapore 01.22.19
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Kyocera to Purchase Major Assets of Renovis Surgical Technologies
Kyocera plans to expand its U.S. medical equipment business through this asset purchase.PR Newswire 01.22.19
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Spine/Neurology
New Data Reinforces Benefits of Abbott's BurstDR Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Pain
Microdosing BurstDR stimulation at lowest effective energy allows patients to manage their pain without the burden of recharging their devices.Abbott Laboratories 01.21.19
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Aziyo’s CanGaroo Envelope Cleared for Expanded Use With Neurostimulator Devices
New indications include vagus nerve, deep brain and sacral nerve stimulators, as well as spinal cord neuromodulators.Business Wire 01.21.19
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Bracing/Prosthetics | MIS/Robotics
Reinforcement Learning Expedites 'Tuning' of Robotic Prosthetics
Researchers have developed an intelligent system for "tuning" powered prosthetic knees.North Carolina State University 01.18.19
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Spine/Neurology
FDA Clears SpinalCyte IND Application for Universal Donor Cell Therapy to Treat Lower Back Pain
Acceptance of double blind degenerative disc disease data is strong signal for company’s development path.Business Wire 01.18.19
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Large Joint | Spine/Neurology
This Vet Is Straightening Pups’ Legs with 3D Printed Parts
Bespoke surgical implants and “guides” can be 3D printed for the veterinary market.P.D. Olson, GE Reports 01.17.19
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Spine/Neurology
Smart Garments Aim to Stop Parkinson's Patients from Falling
The combination of visual, audio, and sensory elements helps form new connections in less affected parts of the brain, leading to improved walking ability.UNSW Sydney 01.17.19
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Accu-Tube Launches Rebranding and Improvements
Initiative includes new logo, colors, and website for 45th anniversary, as well as a number of staff additions.Accu-Tube LLC 01.17.19
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BioPoly Granted European Patent for its Implant Design
The company's proprietary BioPoly material behaves like an artificial cartilage.BioPoly LLC 01.17.19
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Biologics | Materials
Scientists Make Strides in Creation of Clinical-Grade Bone
Research team finds that mesenchymal progenitors can be grown without the use of animal-derived compounds.New York Stem Cell Institute 01.16.19
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Large Joint
Kolon TissueGene Doses First Patient in U.S. Phase III Clinical Trial for Knee Osteoarthritis
Invossa study will enroll close to 1,020 patients in approximately 60 clinical sites across the United States.Kolon TissueGene Inc. 01.16.19
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Extremities
FDA OKs Additive Orthopaedics' Patient-Specific 3D Printed Locking Lattice Plates
Patient-specific implants will be the cornerstone of Game Plan, an integrated surgical planning system launching later this year.PR Newswire 01.15.19
