Online Exclusives
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Large Joint | MIS/Robotics
Surgical Robots Will Benefit the Joint Reconstruction Device Industry
The global joint reconstruction device market could be worth over $25.3 billion by 2027.Hrishikesh Kadam, Senior Research Content Developer at Global Market Insights Inc. 06.02.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Universal Packaging Solutions Help Orthopedic OEMs Manage Risk
Other benefits include cost control and accelerated time to market.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.07.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Material Durability an Important Criteria in Reusable Device Packaging
A transpiration study is necessary to account for shipping, dropping, and pressure differentials in air transpiration, among other considerations.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.30.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Sustainable Packaging Likely in Medtech's Future
Hospitals and larger purchasing organizations are increasingly inquiring about minimal, more sustainable packaging.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.27.21
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Transition Away From EO Sterilization to Continue as Virus Fades
Social and governmental pressure over residuals and toxicity hang heavy over the ethylene oxide sterilization process.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.23.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Custom Packaging Typically Required for Orthopedic Devices
Packaging must be taken into consideration early in the product development process, as custom packaging requires extra time to design and fabricate.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.20.21
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Sustainability is Driving Innovative Healthcare Packaging
Reducing waste can conserve material and help lower sterilization and transportation costs.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.16.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Incorporate Packaging, Sterilization Early in Product Design to Avoid Costly Mistakes
The specialized requirements of orthopedic products necessitate early engineering involvement.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.13.21
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Packaging & Sterilization
Usability, Sustainability Becoming More Relevant in Medtech Packaging
Usability is no longer limited strictly to user experience.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.07.21
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Large Joint
Orthopedic Solutions from Man’s Best Friend
One company wants to turn an innovation from veterinary medicine into a better quality of life for human patients.Marc Knebel, Global Segment Head Medical Systems—Head of VESTAKEEP Europe bei Evonik Operations GmbH 02.11.21
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Biologics
The FDA’s Flip-Flop on Hyaluronic Acid
Offering an introduction to this treatment modality for osteoarthritis, this article also looks at recent changes at FDA.Mike Daley, CEO, OrthogenRx 02.10.21
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Software & Quality
HSS, Zimmer Biomet's Solution for the Episode of Orthopedic Care
Zimmer Biomet exec Ivan Tornos provides insight into merging mymobility virtual care with HSS Orthopedic Care Pathways.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 01.05.21
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Rising to the Challenge: Q&A with AAOS Second VP Dr. Savoie
Orthopedic surgeons sidelined by the COVID-19 pandemic found ways to serve patients and healthcare this year as the virus spread.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.14.20
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Large Joint
Teleconferencing in the OR
An audio/video solution enables medical device reps to still make appearances in the OR to support surgeons and healthcare providers.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 10.29.20
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Material Advantage: How Additive Manufacturing Can Revolutionize Orthopedics
The technology enables innovations for both surgical tools and orthopedic implants.Katherine Rundell, Medical Writer, Academized 10.06.20
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Market Conditions Ripe for Robotics Growth
The world's aging, longer-living population and better clinical data will help drive expansion in the decade ahead.Michael Barbella 10.05.20
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Machining & Tooling
Valuating Used CNC Machines
There are factors to consider to ensure the seller gets the most money from a used equipment sale.Michael Dunlop, Technical Writer 09.29.20
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Robots Can Help Improve TLIF Procedure Accuracy
The surgery's success is dependent upon the accuracy of pedicle screw placement as determined by pre-operative planning.Richard V. Chua, M.D., FAANS, FACS, Northwest NeuroSpecialists PLLC and professor, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine 09.24.20
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Additive-Manufactured Orthopedic Implants Under MDR
Orthopedic device manufacturers have specific considerations to keep in mind when using AM under the upcoming EU regulatory system.Dr. Max Singh, Simon Schlagintweit, and Gregor Reischle—TÜV SÜD 08.11.20
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Biologics
Academia: The Main Innovation Source for Orthobiologics
Smith+Nephew has formed a Biologics and Regenerative Medicine R&D team dedicated to development of innovative orthobiologic products.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.05.20
