Covering the specialized field of orthopedic product development and manufacturing

Neurosurgeon to Pay $4.4M to Settle Federal Kickback Allegations

Owner of two medical device distributorships cannot participate in U.S. healthcare programs for six years.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.04.21

Spine/Neurology

NASS News: Texas Spine Surgeon is Named New President

Twenty-year member of NASS assumes role during the organization's annual meeting this week.

North American Spine Society 10.06.20

Extremities

Stryker’s T2 ICF Nail System Offers Foot Surgeons New Option

Intramedullary nailing system provides strong, stable, and efficient tool designed to promote accurate nail insertion.

Business Wire 09.28.20

Spine/Neurology

U.S. Surgeons Complete First Augmented Reality-Guided Spine Surgery

Procedure was the first to be performed in a live patient using the xvision Spine System.

Augmedics 06.12.20

Biologics

Surgeon Creativity Shaping Orthobiologics Innovation

Good relationships with surgeon customers can lead to collaborative development efforts.

Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.29.20

Nanovis Awarded 510(k) for First Nanotechnology Enhanced Pedicle Screw System

Company has nanotechnology designation as well as osteoblast and stem cell data comparing the screw system's performance to other surface types.

PR Newswire 04.27.20

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

Large Joint

FDA OKs Bodycad's BC Fine Osteotomy

First personalized planning and plating system for osteotomies around the knee.

Bodycad 04.22.20

AAOS Releases Reports From Clinical Data Contained in AJRR

Data shows continuity of hip and knee arthroplasty trends; reveals the value of more complete information for outcomes of primary arthroplasty.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 04.21.20

Spine/Neurology

FDA Clears Astura Medical's Sirion LLIF System

Product is the company's first platform with a combined interbody and fixation option in a single system.

Astura Medical 04.17.20

NuVasive Expects First Quarter Revenues to Decline at Least 5 Percent

Company is reducing compensation for its Board of Directors and executive management in the wake of COVID-19.

PR Newswire 04.15.20

Additional Support Needed to Maintain Access to Musculoskeletal Care

AAOS, other musculoskeletal organizations ask Congress for relief funding to benefit orthopedic practices impacted by COVID-19 pandemic.

AAOS 04.14.20

Extremities

CrossRoads Extremity Unveils Minimally-Invasive Bunion Correction

miniBunion technique allows walking recovery with less pain, swelling, and scarring.

CrossRads Extremity Systems 04.14.20

OrthoPediatrics Expects Pandemic to Impact its Scoliosis, Deformity Correction Revenue

Company insists it will not lay off direct employees due to worldwide crisis.

Globe Newswire 04.13.20

Spine/Neurology

Precision Spine Launches Reform Ti Pedicle Screw System

The system’s low-profile titanium tulip gives surgeons increased space for fusion.

Business Wire 04.08.20

Large Joint

OrthoSensor Receives 510(k) Alignment Clearance

Verasense to be used with Zimmer Biomet's Persona Knee System.

OrthoSensor 04.07.20

Large Joint

Endonovo Therapeutics, Stanford University Partner on Shoulder and Knee Study

Study will help surgeons determine the efficacy of Endonovo's SofPulse tPEMF portable device postoperatively.

Globe Newswire 04.07.20

Spine/Neurology

Orthopediatrics Granted Clearance for Expanded Indications of RESPONSE Scoliosis System

Product treats neuromuscular scoliosis in pediatric patients.

Globe Newswire 04.06.20

Former AAOS Board Member Receives Organization's Highest Leadership Honor

Award recipient was instrumental in the development of the AAOS Communications Council and Communications Skills Mentoring Program.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 04.02.20

South Dakota Surgeon Honored for Improving Healthcare Access in Tanzania

The doctor and his wife established a nonprofit organization that brings medical care and educational opportunities to the East African nation.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 04.02.20

AAOS Bestows Diversity Award Upon Northwestern University Professor

Surgeon provides surgical care for the underserved and underprivileged at two public hospitals in Chicago.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 04.01.20

Boston Surgeon to Chair AAOS Membership Council

New leader is chief of women’s sports medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 04.01.20

Spine/Neurology

Nexxt Spine Launches Corpectomy System

New system cleared by FDA for use in spine procedures.

Nexxt Spine 03.31.20

New Leader Named for AAOS Board of Specialty Societies

Chairman currently serves on the AAOS PAC executive committee, Council on Education and the AAOS Board of Directors.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.31.20

Pittsburgh Surgeon to Chair AAOS Board of Councilors

New leader is the past president of the Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.31.20

Spine/Neurology

FDA OKs Neuromuscular Implants for OrthoPediatrics' RESPONSE Scoliosis System

System simplifies insertion and specific options to address extreme hyperlordosis.

GlobeNewswire 03.31.20

Two New Members Added to AAOS Board of Directors

One is a world-renowned spinal surgeon and educator; the other is a professor of surgery at the Mayo Clinic.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.30.20

AAOS Names 88th President

Joseph A. Bosco III, MD has been an active member for 30 years.

AAOS 03.30.20

AAOS Presidential Candidates Waiting in the Wings

Organization names first and second vice presidents in presidential line of succession.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.30.20

3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.

5 Ways 3D Printing Will Change Medtech

Orthopedic-related devices such as prosthetics and instrumentation stand to benefit from the technology.

Online Exclusives Joshua McAlpin, Medical Industry Consultant 03.27.20

An Elected Sacrifice in COVID-19's Wake

Patients with scheduled orthopedic surgeries are cancelling procedures to help stem the further spread of the virus.

Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.26.20

Extremities

FDA Approves Total Wrist Implant for Arthritis

First major innovation in total wrist replacement to earn FDA 510(k) clearance in nearly 20 years.

Hospital for Special Surgery 03.26.20

Conformis Announces Actions to Mitigate COVID-19 Impact

Company is continuing to produce backlog orders and new orders; does not anticipate supply chain interruptions.

Conformis Inc. 03.23.20

Imaging | Large Joint

RSIP Vision Launches AI for 3D Knee Image Reconstruction

Creates rich 3D modeling of each knee bone based solely on widely available X-ray images.

PR Newswire 03.18.20

Large Joint

First U.S. Patient Receives THINK Surgical Total Knee Replacement

Medical center in Hackensack, N.J., offering robotic solution to TKR.

PR Newswire 03.17.20

Spine/Neurology

7D Surgical Expands Spine and Cranial Technology Offering

Company also releases the Universal Tracking Kit, which enables spine surgeons to track and visualize almost any rigid surgical instrument on the MvIGS system.

PR Newswire 03.16.20

MIS/Robotics

Rise of the Robots: A Robotic-Assisted Surgery Synopsis

Pre-planning and surgical precision are driving physician acceptance and market adoption of robotic-assisted technology in orthopedics.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.13.20

3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.

Someday My Prints Will Come: Additive Manufacturing Insights

3D printer innovations, expanded material options, and emergence of a robust supply chain are increasing confidence in additive manufacturing technologies.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.13.20

Biologics

Made-to-Order Muscles Could Be Served in a Hospital Near You

Dr. Ali Tamayol recently developed a handheld bioprinter pen that could significantly change the way musculoskeletal procedures are performed.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.13.20

Design

The Importance of Usability/Human Factors Testing

When is the work of human factors over, and how does your team know they are prepared for summative testing?

Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 03.13.20

Design | Instruments

A Case Study of Design Controls and Orthopedic Instruments

Most orthopedic instruments are Class I so manufacturers aren’t required to apply formal design controls, but recently, attitudes are changing.

Victoria Trafka, President & Principal Engineer, Engineering & Quality Solutions Inc. 03.13.20

Large Joint

Study Shows Improved Patient Outcomes for Episealer Knee Implant

The joint is fully tailored to fit each patient’s unique curvature of the joint surface, the size and shape of the lesion, and underlying bone conditions.

03.13.20

Extremities