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The field of spine surgery is continuously evolving, with advancements in tools such as robotics, imaging, and artificial intelligence contributing to safer and faster procedures. We’ve also discussed emerging approaches, materials, and implants. However, in the ever-evolving field of spine surgery, advancements continue to redefine traditional practices, and one such groundbreaking development is the emergence […]

China represents the fastest-growing spine market in Asia-Pacific. It grows at an estimated rate of 3%. China has a significant population, and with an aging society, the prevalence of spine-related issues such as degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, and spinal deformities has been increasing. These issues have led to a growing demand for spine-related medical […]

Chinese medical firm Wedo Bio-Medical Technology Co, Ltd. has announced that its new 3D printed spinal implant has successfully received market approval in China.  The company’s Hydroxyapatite-Coated Porous Titanium Alloy Interbody Fusion Device, or WedoCage, was 3D printed using technology from Chinese 3D printer manufacturer Bright Laser Technologies (BLT).  The 3D printed WedoCage obtained the Class III Medical […]

SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Dr. Scott Luhmann, an orthopedic surgeon at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, performed the world’s first pediatric deformity case using the VisAR immersive augmented reality surgical navigation. Ten pedicle screws were successfully placed during the surgery, which was conducted at St. Louis Children’s Hospital on the Washington University Medical Campus. The immersive […]

HUNTLEY, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On December 21, 2023, Life Spine settled its litigation against Aegis Spine, Inc, whereby the parties have agreed to an order issued by the United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois, permanently prohibiting the marketing or sale of the AccelFix-XT line of medical devices in the United States. The order prevents Aegis […]

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ulrich medical USA, the pioneer in expandable corpectomy devices and a market leader in spine technology, today announced FDA clearance for expanded indications of the Momentum and Momentum MIS Posterior Spinal Fixation Systems. The expanded indications allow for both Momentum and Momentum MIS systems to be used in conjunction with G21 V-STEADY […]

NORWALK, Conn., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Premia Spine, an innovator in spine medical devices, is proud to announce that its revolutionary TOPS™ System is now available at Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the United States. This significant development aligns with Premia Spine’s mission to bring the most promising spine innovations to all patients, especially the many military veterans who suffer […]

WESTMINSTER, Colo., Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZimVie Inc. (Nasdaq: ZIMV), a global life sciences leader in the dental and spine markets, today announced it has received FDA clearance for its Vital™ Spinal Fixation System including instruments for use with Brainlab Spine & Trauma Navigation. This follows the execution of the companies’ Development Cooperation Agreement, […]

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Today, Spinal Simplicity is pleased to announce the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) 510(K) clearance of the Spinal Simplicity Liberty-SI Lateral Implant System; a transfixing, lateral sacroiliac (SI) joint fusion system. The Liberty-SI Lateral Implant System is intended for sacroiliac joint fusion for conditions including sacroiliac disruptions and degenerative […]

Bordeaux, Boston, December 11, 2023 – 7.00 pm CET: IMPLANET (Euronext Growth: ALIMP, FR0013470168, eligible for PEA-PME equity savings plans), a medical technology company specializing in implants for orthopedic surgery and the distribution of technological medical equipment, announces the agreement of Sanyou Medical’s Board of Directors to its commitment to subscribe up to €5 million to IMPLANET’s […]

Robotics has arrived in spine surgery to stay at least for a while…!It is already changing the role of spine implant representatives, the techniques, and the results. Soon, together with AI, it will change the spine surgeon’s role and revolutionize the spine environment and market. Why do more and more spine surgeons want to use […]

The Spanish spinal implant market was valued in 2022 at €100 million with a growth rate of 3% annually. Economic factors, healthcare budget constraints, and reimbursement policies influence this market dynamics. These factors may pose challenges or opportunities for companies operating in the spine sector. The spinal fusion market in Spain can expand or contract […]

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Dec. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Accelus, a privately held medical technology company committed to becoming the global market leader in expandable spinal implant technologies, today announced its latest strategic initiative: bolstering awareness and adoption of its proprietary Adaptive Geometry™ technology, showcased in its flagship FlareHawk® Interbody Fusion System, to meet the […]

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Wenzel Spine, Inc., a medical technology company focused on providing minimally invasive surgical and diagnostic solutions for the treatment of spinal disorders, today is pleased to announce the expansion of its executive leadership team by appointing Charles R. Gordon as the Executive Chairman of the Board. This strategic move is poised to enhance […]

PLEASANTON, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Providence Medical Technology, Inc., a medical device innovator focused on improving surgical outcomes for high-risk spine surgery patients, today announced a new publication in the Journal of Clinical Neuroscience. Dr. Michael M. Haglund and colleagues authored the publication on the long-term outcomes of patients undergoing tissue-sparing Posterior Cervical Fusion (PCF) to revise a […]

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–VISIE Inc., formerly known as Advanced Scanners, announces it has raised $8.2M in an oversubscribed Series A funding round to further its mission of making the unseen seen in surgery. VISIE is a 3D computer vision and spatial computing company developing deep tech optical scanners for use in robotic and navigated orthopedic, neuro, […]

HOUSTON, TX, USA, September 18, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Medical Metrics Inc. (MMI or the Company), a global leader in spine image analysis solutions and services, announces that Spine CAMP™, the Company’s Software as a Medical Device (SaMD), has received 510(k) clearance (K231668) from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This builds upon the company’s initial […]

CARLSBAD, Calif., Dec. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurora Spine Corporation (“Aurora Spine” or the “Company”) (TSXV: ASG) (OTCQB: ASAPF), a designer and manufacturer of innovative medical devices that improve spinal surgery outcomes, today announced the publication of the first 6-month clinical evaluation of its ZIP™ fusion implant in the Journal of Pain Research. Lumbar […]

NONNWEILER, SAARLAND, GERMANY, November 30, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — NGMedical GmbH, a medical device manufacturer exclusively focused on creating innovative technologies for spinal application, announces the approval of its MOVE®-C cervical artificial disc prosthesis in Mexico.  After receiving CE approval end of December 2019, the MOVE®-C cervical artificial disc replacement established well in Europe. The unique […]

LEWISVILLE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Orthofix Medical Inc. (NASDAQ:OFIX), a leading global spine and orthopedics company, today announced the publication of the five-year results from the U.S. clinical study comparing the M6-C™ artificial cervical disc with anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). Published in The Spine Journal, patients treated with the M6-C disc demonstrated superior clinical success at 60 months compared to ACDF […]