Features
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Materials | Prototyping | Research & Development
New Technologies Reshape Orthopedic Design
Additive manufacturing, materials, software, and human factors considerations all impact today’s development strategies.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 08.15.18
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Addressing Peak Issues in Medtech: MPO Summit Preview
The 2018 MPO Summit heads to Colorado for discussion, education, and networking.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 08.15.18
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Extremities | Spine/Neurology | Trauma/Sports
Bright Horizons: Highlighting Six Orthopedic Technology Companies to Watch
A look at six orthopedic firms likely to garner significant attention in the years to come.ODT Staff 08.15.18
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Coatings/Surface Modification
Surface Tension: Surface Treatment Considerations for Orthopedics
Increasing regulatory scrutiny has device manufacturers evaluating new coatings and surface treatment technologies.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.29.18
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Extremities
Shouldering Growth: An Examination of the Extremities Implant Sector
Implant manufacturers are boosting profits and gaining extremities market share through expanded shoulder and ankle options.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.29.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Contract Manufacturing | Design | Extremities | Large Joint | Machining & Tooling | Materials | Spine/Neurology
Built to Last: A Roundtable on Orthopedic Implant Manufacturing
Roundtable discussion examines the significant forces at work impacting orthopedic and spinal implant manufacturing.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.29.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Impact of Additive Manufacturing on the Orthopedic Industry
Direct metal printing enables a number of benefits to enhance today’s bone replacement offerings.Hannelore Eykens and Ruben Wauthle, Ph.D., 3D Systems—Healthcare 03.21.18
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Spine/Neurology
Exiting a World of Pain
Groundbreaking neurostimulation technologies could help mitigate opioid abuse among chronic pain patients.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.21.18
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Coatings/Surface Modification | Laser Processing | Machining & Tooling
Maintaining a Laser Focus
Laser machining and processing advance to enable more applications for orthopedic device manufacturers.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 03.21.18
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Design | Research & Development
Top Ten Design Rules for Orthopedic Device Development
While every engineer draws from their own experiences, one designer shares his top ten guidelines for every project.John Pepper, PE, Principal Engineer, Nextremity Solutions 02.12.18
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Packaging & Sterilization
At the End of the Line—Packaging & Sterilization
In order to ensure a smooth transition from manufacturing to market, packaging and sterilization should be considered early.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 02.12.18
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Biologics
Biological Building Blocks
Manufacturers and researchers increasingly are using Mother Nature as a model to devise new healing technologies.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.12.18
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Reshaping the Tools of the Trade—Instrument Manufacturing
Surgical instrument manufacturers must be aware of rising single-use instrument adoption and surgeon ergonomics.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.12.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Prototyping | Research & Development
Bringing Conceptual Design to Life Through Prototypes
OEMs seek to address speed to market and manufacturability considerations through prototype solutions.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.21.17
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Physician, Reinvent Thyself: A Look at Surgeon Inventors
Follow the stories of two orthopedic surgeons who realized unmet clinical needs and brought them to life.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 11.21.17
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Medtech Mettle: A Year in Review
Steely resolve and resolutions helped the orthopedic industry survive a politically tumultuous year.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.21.17
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Large Joint
Patent Insight into Knee Replacement Prosthetics
Established leaders are primarily focused on traditional solutions while newer firms look to customization.Justin Wen, Intellectual Property Consultant, Global Prior Art 10.02.17
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Laser Processing | Machining & Tooling
Machining Medicine: Insights into Precision and Laser Machining Demands
New capabilities and functionality keep precision and laser machining relevant for orthopedic technologies.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 10.02.17
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Contract Manufacturing | Design | Materials | Prototyping | Research & Development
Back to the Drawing Board: Designing Orthopedic Devices
Cost pressures, regulatory hurdles, and novel manufacturing methods challenge orthopedic technology designers' creativity.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 10.02.17
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Materials | Spine/Neurology
Distinguished Support: A Review of Spinal Orthopedic Technologies
Success and market share in the slow-growing, crowded spinal sector are dependent upon differentiated solutions.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 10.02.17
