SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. and TOKYO, May 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oxford Performance Materials, Inc. (OPM), a leader in advanced materials science and high performance additive manufacturing (HPAM®), and Tokyo-based JSR Corporation (JSR), a leading materials supplier in a variety of technology driven markets, today announced a partnership to advance OPM’s poly-ether-ketone-ketone (PEKK)-based 3D-printed orthopedic […]
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Mazor Robotics Reports Record First Quarter Results
CAESAREA, Israel, May 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Mazor Robotics Ltd. (TASE: MZOR) (NASDAQ-GM: MZOR), a pioneer and a leader in the field of robotic guidance systems, reported record first quarter revenue of $15.5 million compared to $11.7 million in the first quarter of 2017. “Our record first quarter revenue reflects clinical adoption, as we surpassed […]
Europe spinal implants market: (Part IV) The Top 20 European Manufacturers Of Spinal Implants
Spine surgery is a relatively mature market — all segments of the spine can be treated, significant share has been garnered by a few major companies, and there are no radically new technologies disrupting current market positions. Yet, trends in the patient population, the active innovation by all companies (see further, below, on market shares […]
3D-Printing in Spine: 17 Additively Manufactured Lumbar Cages to Know
In the past decade, the orthopedic implant industry has been quietly revolutionized through the use of additive manufacturing. Today, the penetration rate of additive production of standard-sized implants is expanding rapidly. In the future the researcher believes the majority of implants will be produced additively, creating a new revenue stream for printers and materials as […]
Amedica Corporation Announces Pricing of $15,000,000 Public Offering of Units Consisting of Convertible Preferred Stock and Warrants
SALT LAKE CITY, May 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amedica Corporation (NASDAQ: AMDA) an innovative biomaterial company that develops and commercializes silicon nitride for biomedical applications, today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of units, consisting of convertible preferred stock and warrants, for gross proceeds of $15,000,000, which excludes underwriting discounts and commissions and […]
Alphatec Reports First Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Recent Corporate Highlights
CARLSBAD, Calif., May 10, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (“Alphatec,” “ATEC,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:ATEC), a provider of innovative spine surgery solutions with a mission to improve patient lives through the relentless pursuit of superior outcomes, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2018 and recent corporate highlights. First […]
Globus Medical Announces Corporate Alliance Partnership with the Society of Lateral Access Surgery
AUDUBON, Pa., May 10, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Globus Medical, Inc. (NYSE:GMED), a leading musculoskeletal solutions company, announced today it is sponsoring the Society of Lateral Access Surgery’s (SOLAS®) newly developed Partnership Program as that organization’s first corporate Alliance Partner. SOLAS® is a non-profit organization that strives to shape the future of lateral access spine […]
DePuy Synthes Announces Agreement with Prosidyan to Exclusively Promote FIBERGRAFT® Family of Products for Spine Fusion Surgery
RAYNHAM, Mass. – May 9, 2018 – DePuy Synthes*, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies**, today announced an exclusive agreement in the U.S. between DePuy Synthes Sales, Inc. and Prosidyan to promote the FIBERGRAFT® Family of Products, a line of synthetic bone graft materials which are ultra-porous, designed for ease of use, and have […]
Paradigm Spine Highlights AANS/CNS Joint Sections Statement Supporting NASS Coverage Policy Recommendation For coflex®
NEW YORK, May 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Paradigm Spine, LLC, a leader in providing motion preservation solutions for the treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis, today announced that the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves (DSPN) published a statement supporting […]
NuVasive Unveils Newest Additions To Early Onset Scoliosis Portfolio At POSNA Annual Meeting
SAN DIEGO, May 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA), the leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery with minimally disruptive, procedurally-integrated solutions, today announced the Company will officially unveil MAGEC X, the newest offering in its Early Onset Scoliosis (EOS) procedural solutions portfolio at the POSNA Annual Meeting in Austin, Texas. NuVasive is a Double Diamond […]
Amedica Corporation Provides Update on its Clinical Studies
SALT LAKE CITY, May 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amedica Corporation (NASDAQ: AMDA), an innovative biomaterial company that develops and commercializes silicon nitride for biomedical applications, today provided an update on its clinical study activities. Single Center Retrospective Comparative Study A clinical study comparing silicon nitride spinal implants to allograft spacers in cervical fusion showed […]
EY Announces OrthoPediatrics as Entrepreneur of The Year® 2018 Award Finalist in the Midwest
WARSAW, Ind.,– OrthoPediatrics Corp. (NASDAQ:KIDS), a company exclusively focused on advancing the field of pediatric orthopedics, is pleased to announce that Ernst & Young (EY) has named President & CEO, Mark Throdahl, a finalist for the Entrepreneur of The Year® 2018 Award in the Midwest Region. The awards program recognizes entrepreneurs excelling in areas such […]
Additive Manufacturing in Spine: The future is here. Why are 5 of the Leading Companies launching 3D Cages?
Additive Manufacturing (Three-dimensional printing 3DP), is a very rapidly growing industry trend, particularly in the area of spinal surgery. Given the complex anatomy of the spine and delicate nature of surrounding structures, 3DP has the potential to aid surgical planning and procedural accuracy. The technology has the potential for enhanced implant properties, as well as […]
Are you looking for a Job? This Is How You Get on a Headhunter’s Radar.50 Headhunters to Know
If you’ve made the decision that it’s time for a new job and have started to reach out to friends about possible openings. It’s nearly inevitable that you’ll soon be asked, “Have you reached out to recruiters?” Ironically, although the question seems straightforward, it’s a tough one to answer. I’ll admit, before entering the career […]
When to Hire a Headhunter? 50 Headhunters to Know
Looking for a job can be difficult. But finding the perfect and most qualified person to fill the job in your company can be even more challenging. Hiring the right people is vital to a company’s success; you’ll need a pool of experienced and trained individuals to handle the hiring process and look for people […]
Europe spinal implants market: The Top 20 European Manufacturers Of Spinal Implants (Part III)
The European spine surgery devices market is expected to reach $3.46 billion by 2021. The spinal fusion & fixation is the largest segment in the European spine surgery devices market, with a share of 66.5% in terms of value. It is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period. While a […]
SeaSpine Reports First Quarter 2018 Financial Results
CARLSBAD, Calif., May 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SeaSpine Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:SPNE), a global medical technology company focused on surgical solutions for the treatment of spinal disorders, announced today financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2018. Summary First Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Recent Accomplishments Revenue of $33.2 million, an increase of 4.0% year-over-year […]
SpineGuard Reinforces the Utility of Its Dynamic Surgical Guidance (DSG®) Technology Platform by Receiving a Second US Patent for “Bone Fusion Monitoring” Application
PARIS & SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Regulatory News: SpineGuard (Paris:ALSGD) (FR0011464452 – ALSGD), an innovative company that develops and markets instruments designed to secure the placement of surgical implants by bringing real-time digital technology into the operating room, announced today it has been granted a second patent by the US Patent Office for the application of its Dynamic Surgical […]
EIT Cellular Titanium® Scaffold Provides Better Primary Stability, Less Subsidence and Similar Fusion Results to PEEK in Combination with Autograft
(PRWEB) MAY 03, 2018–Emerging Implant Technologies GmbH (EIT), a German medical device manufacturer exclusively focused on creating innovative technologies for spinal application by utilizing additive manufacturing, announces that the results of the EFFECT trial have been presented at the SSA 2018 meeting in Adelaide. The EFFECT Trial is a prospective controlled trial, evaluating the clinical […]
RTI Surgical Announces First Quarter 2018 Results
ALACHUA, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–RTI Surgical, Inc. (Nasdaq:RTIX), a global surgical implant company, reported operating results for the first quarter of 2018. “2018 is off to a positive start with the acquisition of Zyga at the very beginning of the year and a solid financial performance this quarter,” said Camille Farhat, chief executive officer. “The continued strength […]
Globus Medical Reports First Quarter 2018 Results
AUDUBON, Pa., May 02, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Globus Medical, Inc. (NYSE:GMED), a leading musculoskeletal solutions company, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018. Worldwide sales were $174.4 million, an increase of 11.9% as reported, or 10.8% in constant currency First quarter net income was $39.5 million, or 22.7% of […]
Medtronic Announces Advanced SynergyTLIF(SM) Workflow for Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Surgery
DUBLIN and NEW ORLEANS – May 2, 2018 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT) today announced the advanced SynergyTLIFSM workflow – a procedural solution for spine surgery that combines innovative technologies to create a completely navigated minimally invasive procedure that allows fewer intra-operative surgical steps. The announcement was made during the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) annual […]
Life Spine Announces the Launch of SIJointFixation.com with Key Focus on Surgeon and Patient Education
HUNTLEY, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Life Spine, a medical device company that designs, develops, manufactures and markets products for the surgical treatment of spinal disorders, announced today the launch of a new website, www.sijointfixation.com. This newly designed website offers quick and easy access to essential information on Life Spine’s Micro-Invasive SI Joint Fixation procedural solutions such as; SImpact™ and […]
Paradigm Spine Receives FDA Pre-Market Approval (PMA) For First Of Its Kind Disposable Instrument Kit
NEW YORK, May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Paradigm Spine, LLC, a leader in providing motion preservation solutions for the treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted pre-market supplemental approval (PMA) for its coflex® Interlaminar Stabilization® disposable instrument kit. This marks the first approved disposable spinal instrument set for a […]
K2M Group Holdings, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2018 Financial Results and Updates Fiscal Year 2018 Outlook
LEESBURG, Va., May 01, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — K2M Group Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTWO) (the “Company” or “K2M”), a global leader of complex spine and minimally invasive solutions focused on achieving three-dimensional Total Body Balance™, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2018. First Quarter 2018 Financial Summary: Total first quarter revenue […]
Implanet Announces the First Peer-Reviewed Publication of JAZZ® Results in Complex Adult Spine Surgery
BORDEAUX, France & BOSTON–Implanet (Paris:ALIMP) (OTCQX:IMPZY) (Euronext Growth: ALIMP, FR0010458729, eligible for PEA-PME equity savings plans; OTCQX: IMPZY), a medical technology company specializing in vertebral and knee-surgery implants, is announcing the publication of a prospective study of JAZZ in complex adult deformity in the American Association of Neurological Surgeons’ Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine (JNS). These results were […]
Medtronic Announces TiONIC(TM) Technology, a Titanium 3D Printed Platform for Spine Surgery Implants
DUBLIN and NEW ORLEANS – May 1, 2018 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT) today announced the launch of a titanium 3D printed platform – TiONIC(TM) Technology – that enables more complex designs and integrated surface technologies for spine surgery implants. The announcement was made during the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) annual meeting in New […]