Features
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Machining & Tooling
Modernizing Machining Through Material and Technology Advancements
The traditional process gains new capabilities through advancing technologies, digital solutions, and modern materials.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 09.14.21
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Biocompatibility & Testing
Testing Today’s Orthopedic Devices: A Roundtable Discussion
Besides performance, orthopedic implants must be assessed for their integration and functionality with other product components.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.14.21
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Spine/Neurology
Spinal Orthopedic Innovations 2021: Back to the Future
Examining the technologies that help make spine surgery safer, more efficient, and more reproducible.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.14.21
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MIS/Robotics
Orthopedic’s Moves Toward Minimally Invasive
Procedures that are less invasive than more traditional surgeries are appealing for a number of beneficial factors they offer.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 08.17.21
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Revisiting Five Years of ODT Emerging Companies
A five-year checkup on the orthopedic companies making their way into specialized markets.Sean Fenske, Michael Barbella, & Sam Brusco, ODT Editors 08.17.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Successfully Onboarding Metal-Based Additive Manufacturing
Validating titanium alloy Ti64 for additive manufacturing of orthopedic devices to accelerate technology adoption.Jeph Ruppert and Steve Ward, 3D Systems 05.17.21
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Coatings/Surface Modification
Surface Treatments and Coatings Add a Layer of Value
A roundtable discussion between experts in the field of orthopedic device surface modification and coating technologies and services.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.17.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Machining & Tooling
Additive Manufacturing Aids in Implant Manufacturing
3D printing technologies are growing in use for orthopedic implants, but have not yet bypassed the traditional fabrication techniques.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.17.21
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Spine/Neurology
Pediatric Orthopedics Need a Minor Adjustment
Despite a rise in pediatric orthopedic innovation, children remain a largely neglected and underserved patient population.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.17.21
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Design
Development Options: Orthopedic Device Design
New materials, machines, techniques, and technologies create new design opportunities for medical device manufacturers.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 03.16.21
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MIS/Robotics
I, Surgical Robot
Robotic-assisted orthopedic surgical technologies begin a promising resurgence following a year of stunted growth.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.16.21
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Printer-Friendly: An Additive Manufacturing Update
Advances in design software and materials is improving both additively manufactured implants and patient outcomes.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.16.21
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Instruments
Instrumentation Innovations: A Review of Instrument Manufacturing
Manufacturing today’s surgical instruments is a challenging process and more orthopedic firms are seeking assistance from partners.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 02.08.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
The Total Package: Packaging and Sterilization for Orthopedics
Compatibility between product packaging and sterilization is essential for timely market launches, quality, and patient safety.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.08.21
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Biologics
Helping Nature Take Its Course: A Biologics Breakdown
Examining the technologies designed to help the body heal itself following orthopedic and spinal surgery.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.08.21
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Materials
Making the Grade: Orthopedic Materials Spotlight
Advancements with materials are enabling the use of fabrication processes not previously available for certain applications.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.18.20
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Trauma/Sports
Mending Mishaps: A Trauma Technology Overview
An examination of an orthopedic market not fueled by elective surgeries.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 11.18.20
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Large Joint
Life, Interrupted: The 2020 Year in Review
Lessons learned from the global coronavirus pandemic.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.18.20
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Machining & Tooling
Machining Modern Medicine
Evolving techniques and technologies lead to advancements for orthopedic device fabrication.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 09.15.20
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Biocompatibility & Testing
Lessons from the Lab: Testing Orthopedic Devices
Changes in testing protocols and revised regulatory demands make testing experts even more valuable than they’ve ever been.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.15.20
