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Patients once stuck between weight loss advice, diabetes management, BMI cutoffs, and joint pain now arrive with a medication class that can move weight and glucose in ways orthopedics cannot ignore.
Aditya Humad, 41, of Cambridge, Massachusetts, the CFO of SpineFrontier, Inc., pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute.
What happens when one artificial disc becomes two? Does adding another level double the benefit — or double the trouble?
Young patients — average age 7 years — with early onset scoliosis present surgeons with an entirely unique set of problems.
Redesigned website highlights proprietary Auxano® osseointegration technology and growing foot & ankle implant portfolio.
Thirty years is a long time for a fracture classification to survive in orthopedics without being buried under subtypes, modifiers, committee language, and a small pile of “helpful” additions.
The surgical workforce leak is not just waiting politely by the retirement cake.
Overall physician compensation had a better year in 2025, and orthopedic surgeons retained their perennial spot near the top of the list.
A patient rolls into the ED with progressive weakness, an MRI glowing like Times Square, and someone inevitably asks the question: “What’s the dex dose?”
The addition removes an outbound finishing step that has historically slowed the additive manufacturing-to-finish workflow.
Replacing nine legacy systems with a unified platform has already resulted in saving an estimated 30,000 staff hours and brought revenue collection to under 30 days.
Two-hundred-ninety patients with degenerative were treated with either autograft or Cerapedics Inc.’s PearlMatrix P-15 Peptide Enhanced at 33 U.S. sites.
A look at top performing companies, key trends to watch and the factors that will drive future growth in the segment.
Then the patient leans in and asks: “Doc…but what about my bladder?”
Get to know products from BoxSpine, Chest Wall Innovations, Reselute, Satori Orthopaedics, and SpinePoint.
Orthopedic surgeons know how to “get the perfect angle” during arthroscopy.
Lenoss Medical--one of 65 startups chosen from over 1,800 global applicants to participate in the world’s leading MedTech accelerator.
Not a headline we thought we’d ever see: UnitedHealthcare Nixing Prior Authorization?
Further, the company is doubling its laboratory space, adding new analytical equipment, and expanding its biomaterials portfolio.
Imaging that doesn’t force patients to lie still? Now, ORA Orthopedics is changing that equation in a big way.
21.7% misdiagnosis because the cause of back pain was so easy to explain away? Seriously? We’re talking postpartum women with back pain.
The Chief Innovation Officer at OSSIO discussed the company’s groundbreaking OSSIOfiber technology and rapidly expanding product portfolio.
Aligning validation strategy with regulatory expectations early in development avoids delays that are almost always preventable.
The demand for small joint reconstructive implants is on the rise globally. This growth is driven by several factors, including...
The orthopedic supply chain has never been under more pressure. Rising complexity, tightening regulatory scrutiny and relentless time-to-market demands are...
Two millimeters, roughly the size of a sesame seed or the thickness of a nickel, may not sound like much.
He brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across the global medical device and biomaterials sector.
Patients with lateral epicondylitis probably do not care whether the shock wave is radial, focused, low-energy, or medium-energy.
Instrumented or non-instrumented lumbar fusion? Is that still a thing?
In “failing” this study delivered an important pain management insight for total hip arthroplasty surgeons…
SurGenTec, LLC today announced that the FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for its ION-C™ navigation instruments for use with the ION-C™ posterior cervical facet fixation implant.
Injectable peptides have had a terrific marketing run in the worlds of sports medicine and knee osteoarthritis (OA).
Iliac crest autograft may not win because mature bone cells survive the trip. It may win because the right progenitors DO.
Todays AI models, do not have either critical thinking nor life experience logic. They do math ok, but not user misdirection.
Ventris Medical has secured additional patent coverage for its innovative Backpack bone graft containment system, reinforcing the company’s commitment to advancing surgical solutions.
NovoSource announced that it has received FDA 510(k) clearance for SteriKnee™, a sterile, pre-assembled, single-use instrument system designed for use with the NovoKnee Total Knee System.
VB Spine announced that it has signed a Master Service Agreement with Apolo Medica to begin distribution of VB Spine products in Mexico.
Two rapidly growing synthetic biomaterials platforms, Atreon Orthopedics and RenovoDerm, have merged and the synergies are clear.
The money trail was not exactly subtle — DOJ says French laundered about $225,000 in cash from a Mississippi bank.
The data reveals where orthopedic R&D teams have focused their efforts and segments that are ripe for future growth.
Fewer ortho surgeries, worse outcomes for shoulder arthroplasty?
It is with sadness that we publish this celebration of the life of Martin “Marty” Altshuler, one of the best known, loved and respected executives in the spine and orthopedic community.
THINK Surgical, Inc. today announces that its TMINI® Miniature Robotic System has been used in its 5,000th total knee (TKA) procedure.
The updated system offers robotically assisted glenoid reaming and humeral resection with the ability to support robotic anatomic and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty.
The collaboration will create a development-to-production pathway for 3D-printed calcium phosphate components used in orthopedic and spinal applications.
Should you rethink the dogma that every unstable thoracolumbar fracture is a race against the clock?”
SpineGuard announces that three new U.S. patent applications have received notices of allowance from the USPTO.
First and only FDA-cleared articulating rotary cutting instrument recognized at AANA Annual Meeting Innovation Battle.
Stryker’s Pangea Plating System brings together thoughtfully designed plates and a streamlined instrumentation set, giving surgeons practical options when treating a range of fractures.
DePuy Synthes announced a definitive agreement to acquire selective rights to develop, manufacture and commercialize Gemtrack technology across its Joints portfolio.
Let TSB walk you through twelve years of things you thought nobody was paying attention to. Spoiler alert: someone was.
Somewhere in Atlanta, a lumbar disc probably realized it had absolutely no chance.
Adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery is not your straightforward L4–5 decompressions where everyone’s home by dinner.
Gemtrack tracking technology, developed by MinMaxMedical, will be developed for use across DePuy's joint replacement portfolio for navigation and robotic applications.
The system includes complementary instrumentation to support plate fit and provide options for fracture fixation across the upper and lower extremities.
The next generation of streamlined solutions simplifies procedures and provides stability with minimal disruption to native anatomy.
Have detailed plans in place and take the necessary strategic steps to ensure NPIs move forward without a hitch.
Diagnosis: Cyberchondria. Is there a treatment? Yes. This paper has practical advice.
Miach, the manufacturer of the BEAR implant, has just hired Jamal Rushdy, longtime ortho industry executive, to be its new president and CEO.
Medtronic has hired Rogerio Branco, a 33-year veteran executive to be the company’s new SVP and chief operations and supply chain officer.
New 1.2 million population study looks at patients who need both hip arthroplasty and lumbar spine decompression, if not also fusion.
Advita Ortho introduces a dedicated approach to treating complex acromial and scapular spine fractures associated with reverse shoulder arthroplasty
Rod fracture risk, it turns out, is the result of a stacked series of risk elements, starting with anterior column manipulation…
UKA versus TKA — but this time the independent variables are robotic assists and remote monitoring.
Medtronic plc, a global healthcare technology leader, today announced its intent to acquire SPR Therapeutics, Inc.
Trax Surgical, LLC announced that it has performed its first case using its REDIFIX™ implant.
The next phase of market growth might be defined by companies that build for integration, capital efficiency and clinical reproducibility.
The combination of two of the largest contract manufacturers in the orthopedic space will operate under the Tecomet name.
Gain access to in-depth analysis of important trends, difference-making companies and drivers of future growth.
Startups are the industry's engines of change and drive meaningful changes in technology, workflow and care delivery models.
The comprehensive portfolio of trabecular 3D-printed titanium implants is designed to support spinal fusion for various surgical approaches.
Since 1966, Placon has designed and manufactured sustainable plastic packaging for medical and other markets, including orthopedics.
The method has emerged as a viable, non-toxic alternative to ethylene oxide for medical device manufacturers and contract sterilizers.
Industry experts met in Memphis to learn about key market trends and explore ways to achieve commercialization success.
The ability to execute the injection molding process inside a clean room provides critical contamination control and time-saving benefits.
The system eliminates the need for sutures, suture passers, knot-tying, or power equipment, reducing surgical complexity and procedural time.
FX Shoulder Solutions' design enables surgeons to begin with a stemless approach and transition intraoperatively to a short stem solution without changing or adding another system.
Customers will benefit from globally-deployable manufacturing capacity enabled by mirrored U.S. and European operations.
Dr. Sariah Khormaee, SIGN Fracture Care International’s CEO, discussed the program’s inspiring mission and global reach.
Stryker, Carlsmed and THINK Surgical are worthy recipients of this year's top honors in orthopedic innovation.
Preoperative planning, robotic assistance and real-time navigation are transforming what's possible in patient care.
Lincotek received FDA 510(k) clearance for its SportLinc Syndesmosis Device, a sterile, single-use implant designed to stabilize syndesmotic trauma of...
The platform is compatible with established technologies, including Medtronic’s O-Arm imaging system and StealthStation navigation platform.
New Identity and Comprehensive Reverse shoulders offer smaller components and tools developed with smaller patient anatomy in mind.
This batch of startups will join the accelerator program in Warsaw, Indiana, to drive the next generation of healthcare and medical device solutions.
EOS further strengthens its strategic focus on materials, particularly in response to the growing demand for titanium additive manufacturing.
Industry experts believe the rule would change orthopedic care delivery models and impact product development efforts.
Learn how the shift toward cementless fixation in total knees is creating new requirements for implant design and surface engineering, as well as development and manufacturing strategy.
In this edition of the 510(k) recap, we highlight three newer companies on the scene: Allevion Medical, Native Orthopaedics and Orthomod.
Gianluca Fioravanti will lead the business as it enhances its offerings to orthopedic device OEMs.
The processes demand a strategic approach to reduce risk, avoid costly delays and launch successful products.
EtO will continue to have its place in device sterilization but orthopedic companies must continue to explore effective alternative methods.
Usability-driven choices and streamlined materials are becoming essential elements of improving how customers receive devices.
The facility, operating with MCS’ proprietary, fully automated grinding process, combines custom engineering and process IP.
The system offers a custom-fit solution developed to manage complex cases, particularly in situations where fixation may be challenging due to extensive bone loss.
Cefimeca has designed and manufactured orthopedic instruments and implants for more than 30 years.
Proceeds will support the continued commercialization and clinical expansion of the A8 Integr8 Porous Pedicle Screw System.
Built from 3D-printed porous titanium, Flex-Z is engineered to match cancelous bone stiffness in anterior cervical fusion.
The collaboration will develop and commercialize early-stage innovations, co-investing in musculoskeletal and other medical markets.
The method is a viable, non-toxic alternative to ethylene oxide for medical device manufacturers and contract sterilizers.