Orthopedic Design Technology

Biologics

Researchers Develop Hydrogel Injections to Treat Antibiotic-Resistant Infections

Can suppress infections and encourage healing around prosthetics without the problems caused by antibiotics and tissue grafting.

Charles Sternberg, Associate Editor 01.10.23

Biologics

FDA OKs Elute's Antibiotic Eluting Bone Void Filler Trial

Will evaluate EP Granules with Tobramycin in difficult-to-treat bone infections.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.08.21

Biologics

Biocomposites' STIMULAN Earns CE Mark

First calcium matrix to receive European approval as an antibiotic carrier for use in bone and soft tissue.

PR Newswire 04.23.20

Trauma/Sports

Silver Bullet's Antimicrobial Bone Screw Wins CE Mark

OrthoFuzIon Orthopedic Bone Screw System is the world’s first regulatory-approved antimicrobial bone screw product for orthopedic procedures.

Business Wire 01.10.20

BioPrax Biofilm Disruption Device Granted FDA Breakthrough Device Designation

Product is designed to help eliminate biofilm infections on prosthetic knee implants during early intervention procedures.

PR Newswire 12.09.19

Large Joint

OsteoRemedies Launches the First Preformed Knee Spacer With Modular Stems

Product allows surgeons to improve OR efficiency vs. handmade IM dowels.

PR Newswire 11.14.19

Large Joint

FDA Grants Breakthrough Device Designation to BioPrax Device

Eliminates biofilm infections on prosthetic knee implants.

Garwood Medical Devices 10.23.19

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.

Online Exclusives Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 10.10.19

3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Instruments | Large Joint | Spine/Neurology | Trauma/Sports

Bandages, Knee Cartilage, Surgical Tools Successfully 3D Printed in Desert Deployment Zone

Additionally, the 3D printer fabricated a surgical model of a T9 vertebra.

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) 10.08.19

Compamed 2019 Preview Report

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

Online Exclusives Klaus Jopp 10.08.19

Medica Becomes Leading Trade Fair for Health Start-Ups

New innovations and exciting ideas for improving health.

Messe Düsseldorf North America 09.12.19

3. Zimmer Biomet

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08.14.19

Coatings/Surface Modification

Supporting the Surface: A Look at a New Orthopedic Coating Technology

A novel ortho-coating could improve joint replacement outcomes.

Vicki A. Barbur, Ph.D. and Anthony Duong, Ph.D., Battelle 08.14.19

What Keeps Hospital CEOs Awake at Night and How Can Medtech Help?

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Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 08.14.19

Biologics | Materials

Hydrogel Offers Double Punch Against Bone Infections

Hydrogel showed reduction in Staphylococcus aureus infection—a common infection in orthopedic surgery—along with regeneration within large bone defects.

Georgia Tech 06.24.19

Spine/Neurology

Microbes on Explanted Pedicle Screws: Possible Cause of Spinal Implant Failure

Until now there has been little clinical evidence to support this theory.

Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group 05.28.19

Large Joint

FDA OKs First Test to Help Detect Prosthetic Joint Infections

Synovasure Lateral Flow Test Kit aids in the detection of infection in the synovial fluid of patients being evaluated for revision surgery.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration 05.24.19

Technology Revision: Changes in Implant Manufacturing

Aspects of implant manufacturing are changing, enabling improved fabrication techniques with new material options.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.23.19

Large Joint | Packaging & Sterilization

Microgels Let Joint implants Fight Off Bacteria

Implants coated in microgel flecks could be key to reducing surgical infections.

Stevens Institute of Technology 03.27.19

Materials

New Material Will Allow Abandoning Bone Marrow Transplantation

Nanomaterial will be able to restore the internal structure of bones damaged due to osteoporosis and osteomyelitis.

National University of Science and Technology - MISIS 03.20.19

New Bone Infection Treatment Uses Copper-Rich Glass Implant

The new osteomyelitis treatment has developed a one-step solution that kills bacteria and promotes bone growth without using antibiotics.

RCSI 01.30.19

Spine/Neurology

Zimmer Biomet Recalls Spinal Fusion and Long Bone Stimulators

Certain lots were recalled due to lack of adequate validation and controls to ensure product cleanliness.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration 11.29.18

Heraeus Medical Introduces All-in-One Fixation System PALACOS pro to the U.S. Market

Product enables gold-standard PALACOS bone cement to be mixed with safe, contactless handling.

Heraeus Medical 11.12.18

Large Joint

DePuy Synthes Announces Agreement With Ortho Development Corporation to Promote KASM

Knee Articulating Spacer Mold designed to preserve the range of motion for patients with infection after TKR.

DePuy Synthes 10.16.18

Spine/Neurology

Giving Back: An Examination of the Spine Technologies Sector

Growth in the spinal market will likely be achieved through differentiated solutions that meet patients’ needs.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.19.18

Extremities

Patients With Diabetes May be at Increased Risk of Complications After Shoulder Replacement Surgery

New research analyzes the association of preoperative blood sugar levels with an increased risk of wound complications.

PR Newswire 06.06.18

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

Study: Burn Wound Management Strategy Including Nanocrystalline Silver Dressings May Reduce Costs

Study reported a total cost reduction of 23 percent from 2014 to 2016.

Smith & Nephew plc 04.18.18

Coatings/Surface Modification | Large Joint | Materials

Spikes of Graphene Can Kill Bacteria on Knee & Hip Implants

A layer of vertical graphene flakes forms a protective surface that makes it impossible for bacteria to attach.

Videos Chalmers University of Technology

Large Joint

Silver-Based Dressing Reduces Postop Infection Rate

Independent study showed a reduction of infections following total joint replacement.

PR Web 03.05.18

The Impact of U.S. Regulation on Medical Device Innovation

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Patricia Kontoudis, Associate, Regulatory Affairs, Musculoskeletal Clinical Regulatory Advisers LLC 02.12.18

Coatings/Surface Modification | Large Joint

Tiny Antibiotic Beads Fight Infections After Joint Replacement

Microspheres are the size of grains of salt and release antibiotics at level high enough to kill infections for 3-6 weeks.

Houston Methodist 01.10.18

Trauma/Sports

Baby Alpaca Saved Using Bone Regeneration Speeding Device

The NuCress scaffold is a nanomaterial-based bone regeneration device pioneered by UA Little Rock.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock 12.12.17

3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Materials

Study of 3D-Printed OsteoFab Structures Details PEKK Antibacterial Benefits

International Journal of Nanomedicine paper suggests breakthrough potential in combatting implant infections.

GlobeNewswire 12.05.17

Large Joint

Zip Surgical Skin Closure Reduces Post-Discharge Costs, Clinic Calls for TKA

When compared to staples, Zip cuts post-discharge clinic costs for problem patients, wound checks, and removal 50 percent.

Business Wire 10.09.17

Large Joint

Magnetic Fields Wipe Out Bacteria from Artificial Joints

Periprosthetic joint infections are a devastating complication and a significant financial burden to the healthcare system.

Videos UT Southwestern Medical Center

Bracing/Prosthetics | Large Joint | Materials

Antibiotic-Releasing Polymer Could Eradicate Joint Implant Infection

Mass. General-developed implant material could speed, simplify treatment, and reduce complication risk.

Massachusetts General Hospital 07.19.17

3D Printing Orthopedic Surgeons’ Invention Ideas

Clinicians can use the process to develop metal-based technologies that enhance surgical procedures.

Online Exclusives Jody Stallings, Industrial Creations 06.28.17

Coatings/Surface Modification | Materials

Scaffold Breakthrough May Banish Implant Infections

Cross-linked collagen scaffold marks an important step forward against a major health problem.

IOP Publishing 06.20.17

Florida Institute Funds Product Development Firm Amend Surgical

Money will allow Amend to rapidly expand its research and commercialization efforts on Biomimetic Bone.

PR Newswire 05.22.17

Materials

Made of Sterner Stuff

Orthopedic materials are challenged to migrate away from metal while retaining metallic strength.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.22.17

Biologics

Silver Ion-Coated Devices Could Fight MRSA While Regenerating Bone

The rise of MRSA infections is limiting the treatment options for physicians and surgeons.

Videos University of Missouri

Trauma/Sports

OrthoFuzIon Antimicrobial Bone Screw Tested Against Top 6 'Superbugs'

Independent CRO validates antimicrobial “time kill” and “adherence” effectiveness.

Business Wire 11.04.16

Bracing/Prosthetics

Nanofiber Coating Prevents Infections of Artificial Joints

The technology would have broad applicability hip and knee total joint replacements, pacemakers, stents, and other implants.

Johns Hopkins Medicine 10.25.16

MIS/Robotics

3D Printable Ink Produces Regeneration-Inducing Synthetic Bone Implant

3D printed biomaterial a mix of hydroxyapatite and a biocompatible, biodegradable polymer used in many medical applications.

Northwestern University 09.30.16

Assessing Suitability of Antibiotics for Dental Patients with Artificial Joints, Implants

Most patients with implants do not need antibiotics before dental procedures.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) 09.28.16

Biocompatibility & Testing

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