Markets
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Imaging
Siemens Healthineers’ DR Systems Cleared by FDA
New user interface helps technologists of every experience level achieve high image quality.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.21.21
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Spine/Neurology
SeaSpine Launches Regatta Lateral Plates
LLIF fixation system allows for multiple plating options, including one, two, and four-hole plates.GlobeNewswire 01.21.21
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Spine/Neurology
RIVANNA Launches Second-Generation Accuro With Thoracic Functionality
Real-time needle guidance for paramedian epidural and spinal anesthesia maximizes image guidance efficiency.RIVANNA 01.21.21
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Extremities
DJO Acquires Trilliant Surgical
Acquisition furthers expansion into growing foot and ankle surgery market.Business Wire 01.20.21
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Biologics
FDA Breakthrough Device Designation Granted to Spiderwort's Spinal Cord Technology
Company's biomaterial uses a plant-based cellulose scaffolding to create a framework that supports the regeneration of healthy tissues.Spiderwort Inc. 01.20.21
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Large Joint
DePuy Synthes Receives 510(k) FDA Clearance for VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution
The system is designed for use with the company's ATTUNE Total Knee System.PR Newswire 01.19.21
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Spine/Neurology
Studies Show FlareHawk Expandable Cage Delivers Favorable Fusion, Patient Outcomes
Data demonstrate the device’s respect for neural anatomy and conformability to bony endplates through Adaptive Geometry.Globe Newswire 01.18.21
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Large Joint
Rapid Recovery Protocol Can Lead to Increased Range of Motion After TKA
Study shows that an enhanced recovery program leads to optimal results after knee replacement surgery.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 01.15.21
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Spine/Neurology
Boston Scientific Releases WaveWriter Alpha Spinal Cord Stimulators in U.S.
Full-body MRI conditional devices combine therapy options for personalized pain relief.PR Newswire 01.15.21
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Imaging
Cios Flow from Siemen Healthineers Cleared by FDA
Enables easier, more efficient operation to improve patient care in the OR.Siemens Healthineers 01.14.21
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Biologics
Surgalign Launches New Device for Bone Formation
ViBone Moldable is the newest orthobiologics solution of Surgalign’s bone graft portfolio to support spinal fusion.GlobeNewswire 01.13.21
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MIS/Robotics
Medtech Matters: Talking Robotic Surgery with Zimmer Biomet
MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Liane Teplitsky of Zimmer Biomet about the firm’s efforts in robotic surgery and its Rosa System.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 01.12.21
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Large Joint
Rice U. Computational Model Offers Help for New Hips
Study incorporates fluid dynamics and more to evaluate, enhance future implants.Rice University 01.12.21
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Extremities
FDA Clears Nvision Biomedical's Osteotomy Wedge System
Growing product portfolio for lower extremities made of innovative bone on-growth biomaterial.Nvision Biomedical Technologies 01.12.21
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Biologics
Locate Bio’s CognitOss for Chronic Osteomyelitis Earns Breakthrough Status
Combines resorbable bone graft with bone healing properties and proprietary dual-phasic release of antibiotics.Business Wire 01.11.21
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Spine/Neurology
FDA OKs Abbott's First-of-Its-Kind Rapid, Handheld TBI Test
Produces a result within 15 minutes after a plasma sample is inserted.Abbott Laboratories 01.11.21
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Large Joint
Total Joint Replacement and the Impact on Future Falls in Osteoarthritis Patients
New scientific data finds promising results when comparing fall rates in patients with and without surgery.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 01.11.21
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Spine/Neurology
ReGelTec Successfully Treats Chronic Low Back Pain Patients with HYDRAFIL
The company also has secured more than $3.75 million in Series A funding.Business Wire 01.07.21
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Spine/Neurology
CTL Amedica Secures U.S. Patent for Articulating Implant Insertion System
The device allows for minimum tissue disruption, controlled re-positioning, and more efficient deployment of compatible, curved TLIF cages.CTL Amedica 01.07.21
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Trauma/Sports
New Device Developed for Detecting Traumatic Brain Injury ‘On the Spot’
The technology works using a spectroscopic technique called surface-enhanced Raman scattering.University of Birmingham 01.06.21
