Large Joint
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Biologics | Large Joint
'Cell-Sheet Accelerating Technology' Offers Promising Treatment for Knee Arthritis
An approach combining conventional surgery and chondrocyte cell-sheet transplantation is a promising therapy for OA of the knee.PR Newswire 03.25.19
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Large Joint | Materials | Spine/Neurology
Plant Cellulose Can Pave the Way for Healthy Bone Implants
Airy, foamlike substance can be injected into the body and provide scaffolding for the growth of new bone.University of British Columbia 03.19.19
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Large Joint
THINK Surgical, United Orthopedic Corporation Partner to Provide Better Fit in TKA
The collaboration will focus on harnessing the advantages of each company's current technology.PR Newswire 03.19.19
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Large Joint
Medacta & Geisinger Partner for First-Ever Knee Replacement Lifetime Guarantee
Collaboration builds on the success of hip replacement program launched in 2018Business Wire 03.15.19
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Large Joint
Exactech's Acetabular Implant Featuring Vitamin E Technology Wins FDA Nod
The company received 510(k) clearance for Alteon Cup and XLE Liner.Business Wire 03.15.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: Weight Loss Before Knee Surgery Improves Outcomes for Morbidly Obese Patients
Many surgeons require morbidly obese patients to lose weight before the procedure.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.15.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: DJO Launches ADAPTABLE Surgical Arm for Hip Replacement
ADAPTABLE is the first fully sterile, surgeon-controlled leg and retractor holder designed for a safe direct anterior approach (DAA) total hip arthroplasty.Business Wire 03.14.19
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Large Joint | MIS/Robotics
Exactech Acquires XpandOrtho to Enhance Computer-Assisted Surgery
Leverages ligament-balancing technology to expand ExactechGPS computer-assisted knee replacement system.Business Wire 03.14.19
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Imaging | Large Joint | Software & Quality
Smith & Nephew Buys Brainlab's Joint Reconstruction Biz
The two companies enter into a strategic collaboration for future development of technology for digital surgery across a broad range of clinical areas.PR Newswire 03.14.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: OrthoGrid Systems Launches PhantomMSK Application for Hip Preservation Procedures
Product is a digital platform for orthopedics that also includes patented solutions for total hip arthroplasty and other in-process applications.OrthoGrid Systems Inc. 03.14.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: Calcium, Vitamin D Supplementation are Essential to Help Manage Osteoporosis
Supplements are especially helpful following a hip fracture, according to study.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.14.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: Tele-Rehabilitation Leads to High Utilization Rates, Patient Satisfaction for TKR and THR
Tele-rehabilitation allows doctors to know if patients are actually adhering to therapy.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.14.19
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Bracing/Prosthetics | Large Joint
AAOS News: Bio Dynamic Technologies Unveils New Guardian Rehabilitator for Knee Osteoarthritis
New rehabilitator helps knee osteoarthritis patients reduce pain and strengthen quadriceps/hamstrings to delay OA progression.Bio Dynamic Technologies 03.13.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: Arthrosurface Launches Patellofemoral WaveKahuna Arthroplasty System
Joint-preserving implant restores the diseased patellofemoral joint without altering anatomy.Arthrosurface Inc. 03.13.19
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Large Joint | Spine/Neurology
AAOS News: Successful Trial for CyMedica Orthopedics' e-vive
Patients experience earlier returns to function following total knee replacement surgery by using new app-driven muscle strengthening device.CyMedica Orthopedics 03.13.19
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Large Joint | MIS/Robotics
AAOS News: Stryker Presents Improved Early Functional Recovery with Mako Total Knee
Two distinct clinical studies demonstrate less pain, less need for opiate analgesics, less need for in-patient physical therapy, and more.PR Newswire 03.13.19
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Large Joint | Spine/Neurology
AAOS News: Myoscience Presents Positive Post-TKR Data for iovera Therapy
Preliminary data shows significantly reduced pain and opioid use among patients treated with cryoneurolysis prior to total knee replacement.Myoscience Inc. 03.12.19
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Large Joint | Spine/Neurology
AAOS News: Study Reveals Benefits of Ending Opioid Use Three Months Before Surgery
The 90-day window can help reduce the risk of opioid use after total joint arthroplasty, spinal fusion procedures.American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 03.12.19
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Large Joint
AAOS News: Miach Orthopaedics Reports Encouraging Results in ACL Repair Feasibility Study
Data show BEAR Implant achieves similar outcomes to traditional ACL reconstruction.Miach Orthopaedics 03.12.19
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Large Joint
AAOS News: Kyocera to Showcase Renovis Surgical Assets
3D-printed acetabular shells, new ceramic & poly bearing surfaces, 3D-printed spine line will also be highlighted.Business Wire 03.11.19
