Features
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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
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Spine/Neurology
Vertebral Revival: The 2020 Spine Report
A spotlight on the latest technologies from spine companies of all sizes.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.15.20
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Biologics
ODT’s Editorial Advisory Board Reflects on 15 Years
ODT reached out to members of its Editorial Advisory Board to help celebrate the brand's 15th birthday.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.15.20
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Trauma/Sports
Diamonds in the Rough: Six Shining Orthopedic Firms
This feature highlights exciting organizations who are developing or marketing unique orthopedic innovations.Sean Fenske, Sam Brusco, and Michael Barbella 08.11.20
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Design
Inspection Benefits of Profile Tolerancing
Profile tolerancing offers an array of benefits for device inspection over the more commonly used linear plus/minus dimensioning.Ed Yaris, Manufacturing Engineer, Lowell Inc. 08.11.20
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Design | Prototyping
Redesigning the Development Process
Both OEMs and their supply partners are incorporating new tools and technologies to rapidly iterate prototypes of innovative ideas and concepts.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 08.11.20
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Coatings/Surface Modification
On the Surface: Treatments and Coatings for Orthopedics
Orthopedic device manufacturers are seeking solutions to address osseointegration, anti-bacterial, and product identification challenges.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.20.20
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MIS/Robotics
Do Not Disturb: A Look at Minimally Invasive Surgical Technologies
Leaving tissues and muscles generally untouched, minimally invasive orthopedic technologies are gaining a strong foothold in joint repair and spinal fusion.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.20.20
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Large Joint | Spine/Neurology
Built for Comfort & Speed: The Manufacturing of Implants
Specializing in orthopedic and spinal implant manufacturing requires the willingness to adapt to the dynamic industries.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.20.20
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Machining & Tooling
Into the Machinist’s Toolbox: An Update on Today's Tooling Tech
Advancements in machined parts are not possible without constant improvements to the tools used to fabricate the components.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 03.13.20
