Online Exclusives

Extremities | Large Joint

New Exoskeleton Shoulders Rehab Burden for Stroke Patients

Device assists physical therapists in improving functionality for stroke patients.

Matt Mowry, Product Manager—dryLin, igus North America 10.14.19

Biologics | Large Joint

Repairing Knee Cartilage Defects with the Patient's Own Cells

CO.DON CEO Ralf Jakobs explains the benefits of using autologous cell therapy to fix articular cartilage.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 10.10.19

Compamed 2019 Preview Report

Experience the full range of supplier expertise for the medical technology industry.

Klaus Jopp 10.08.19

Spine/Neurology

Straightening Out a Spinal Device’s De Novo Pathway

Intellirod Spine and MCRA collaborated with FDA to take the first spinal device through the de novo pathway.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.16.19

Orthopedic Technology Innovation for Kids

With pediatrics representing an underserved patient base when it comes to orthopedic solutions, a dedicated organization is seeking to change that.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 08.08.19

Imaging | MIS/Robotics | Software & Quality | Spine/Neurology

Advanced Surgical Imaging Technologies Offer Critical Information and Improve Patient Safety

New systems reduce exposure to radiation and improve the results of surgeries.

Pratik Kirve, Sr. Specialist—Content Writer, Allied Analytics LLP 08.07.19

Intentional Design of Surface Roughness for Orthopedic Parts

Roughness as a design feature in metal additive manufacturing.

Matt Shomper, Director of Engineering, Tangible Solutions 07.22.19

Extremities

Room to Grow: A Discussion on the Extremities Market

A less competitive landscape and ample opportunities for innovation are helping the extremities market become one of the fastest growing sectors of orthopedics.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.24.19

Extremities

Predicting the Future of Shoulder Arthroplasty

FX Shoulder USA's reverse shoulder implant is gaining traction with surgeons.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.17.19

Extremities

Extremely Simple and Efficient

With more patients becoming engaged in their health, small joint device makers are designing easier, more effective treatments.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.10.19

Extremities

Extremely High Expectations

Patients are demanding small-joint solutions that eliminate pain and restore a high level of function.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.04.19

3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Bracing/Prosthetics

Creating Optimal Orthotics and Prosthetics: A Case Study

An O&P practice leverages 3D scanning technology to enable custom fabricated supports for patients while saving time and money.

Andrei Vakulenko, Business Development Officer, Artec 3D 05.31.19

Materials

FDA Addresses Nitinol in Draft Guidance

The focus of the DG is on the technical assessments that should be included in any regulatory submission for a device made of Nitinol.

William A. Hyman, Professor Emeritus of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, & Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Engineering, The Cooper Union 04.30.19

Empowering the Six Percent

First female AAOS president working to remove barriers to inclusion within orthopedics.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.26.19

ODT Forum Program Notebook

An ongoing update of ODT Forum sessions.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.11.19

Large Joint

Modernizing the Pre-habilitation Regimen

Through the incorporation of telehealth functionality and artificial intelligence, patients are treated to a much more comprehensive pre-operative experience.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 04.04.19

Spine/Neurology