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Bracing/Prosthetics | Extremities | Software & Quality
New Tech May Make Prosthetic Hands Easier for Patients to Use
The tech translates neuromuscular signals into commands that manipulate a powered prosthetic wrist or hand.Videos North Carolina State University 05.23.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Spine/Neurology
FDA Clears Medacta's Midline Cortical Pedicle Screw Placement Guide
MySpine MC technique avoids interference with the cranial facet joints and accommodates larger screw diameters and lengths.Business Wire 05.23.18
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Contract Manufacturing | Instruments, Cases & Trays | Molding
In'Tech Medical to Acquire Bradshaw Medical
Bradshaw Medical specializes in silicone overmolded solutions, and ratchet and torque devices.PRWeb 05.23.18
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Software & Quality | Trauma/Sports
GE Healthcare and FitTrace to Offer Body Composition Analysis Software for Sports and Fitness
Software will equip sports and fitness communities with actionable information to enable them to be smarter athletes.GE Healthcare 05.18.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Bracing/Prosthetics
First U.S. Clinical Trial of 3D Printed Bionic Arms for Children Begins
Limbitless' myoelectric arms operate using leads placed on the skin which activate when children flex their muscles.Slideshows Erik Robinson, Oregon Health & Science University 05.17.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Extremities
FDA Clears Additive Orthopaedics' Patient Specific 3D Printed Bone Segments
Patient specific 3D printed bone segments are designed to address internal bone fixation in the ankle and foot.PR Newswire 05.17.18
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Coatings/Surface Modification | Large Joint
Dimples on Artificial Hip Surface Could Improve Longevity and Lessen Wear
New technique improves lubrication of implants for artificial hips; might reduce or eliminate the need for revision surgery.University of Arkansas, Fayetteville 05.14.18
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Contract Manufacturing
Integer to Divest Advanced Surgical and Orthopedics Lines to MedPlast for $600 Million
Move provides Integer financial flexibility; acquisition bolsters MedPlast’s portfolio.Integer Holdings Corporation 05.04.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Spine/Neurology
Medtronic Launches Titanium 3D-Printed Platform for Spine Surgery Implants
TiONIC Technology allows for creation of more intricate implant designs and surface textures.Medtronic plc 05.01.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Bracing/Prosthetics | MIS/Robotics | Trauma/Sports
MedTech Memoirs: Artificial Limbs
Associate editor Sam Brusco discusses the fascinating and somewhat gruesome history of artificial limbs.Videos Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.30.18
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Bracing/Prosthetics | Software & Quality
MIGO Teaches Amputees How to Use Prosthetics in a Virtual Reality Environment
Users can experience a variety of activities in VR, from walking down stairs to driving a car with two prosthetic legs.PR Newswire 04.27.18
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Bracing/Prosthetics | Software & Quality
Prosthetic Arms Can Provide Controlled Sensory Feedback
Control algorithm regulates the current so a prosthetics user feels steady sensation.University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 04.27.18
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Machining & Tooling
MW Industries Acquires LaVezzi Precision
Buy strengthens MW’s metal components offerings.MW Industries 04.25.18
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Materials | Trauma/Sports
A Biodegradable Bone-Fixing Composite Made Partly of Spider Silk
The new composite consists of long silk fibers and fibers of polylactic acid, a biodegradable thermoplastic.University of Connecticut 04.20.18
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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 04.16.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Spine/Neurology
CoreLink Launches Foundation 3D Printed Titanium Interbody Cages
Additive manufacturing utilized to create Mimetic Metal technology that mimics key characteristics of natural bone.Business Wire 04.12.18
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Software & Quality | Spine/Neurology
Augmented Reality App Could Aid Parkinson's Patients
Rice U. bioengineering students program smartphone to guide patients who "freeze" while walking.Videos Mike Williams, Rice University 04.10.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Materials
Norman Noble Launches Additive Manufacturing Capabilities
3D printing of metal alloys allows manufacturing of devices, implants with internal features & custom surface structures.Norman Noble Inc. 04.10.18
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Biologics | Materials
Flare-Responsive Hydrogel Developed to Treat Arthritis
Researchers develop a better delivery system for anti-inflammatory therapies.Brigham and Womens Hospital 04.03.18
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Machining & Tooling | Materials
Six Advantages of Machined Polymer Components over Metals
From cost reduction to increased durability and functionality, plastic components can be superior to metals.Online Exclusives John MacDonald, President, AIP Precision Machining 03.29.18
