WARSAW, Ind., Feb. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OrthoPediatrics Corp. (“OrthoPediatrics” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:KIDS), a company focused exclusively on advancing the field of pediatric orthopedics and which has expanded its operating reach over the last year to serve more children around the world, today announced the launch of APIFIX.COM, a new online presence aimed at informing patients, […]
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Globus Medical Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Results
AUDUBON, Pa., Feb. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Globus Medical, Inc. (NYSE: GMED), a leading musculoskeletal solutions company, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2020. Fourth Quarter 2020: Worldwide net sales were $233.4 million, an increase of 10.3% as compared to the fourth quarter of 2019 GAAP net […]
Surgeons Complete First Procedures Across the U.S. Utilizing Medtronic’s Midas Rex™ Drills and Navigated Disc Prep and Interbodies with the Mazor™ Robotic Guidance System
Dr. Gregory Poulter of OrthoIndy, Dr. Sharad Rajpal of Boulder Neurosurgical & Spine Associates and Dr. Eiman Shafaof Twin Cities Spine Center Are First in the U.S. to Complete Surgeries Using the Most Comprehensive Integrated Spine Surgery Platform Available DUBLIN, Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT), the global leader in medical technology, today announced that leading spine surgeons across the U.S. have successfully performed minimally invasive spinal […]
Vafa Jamali Appointed as CEO of “NewCo”, New Publicly Traded Spine and Dental Company to Spin Out of Zimmer Biomet
WARSAW, Ind., Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global leader in musculoskeletal healthcare, today announced that after an extensive search, Vafa Jamali has been appointed as CEO of “NewCo”, the independent, publicly traded company that will be created by a previously announced spin off transaction, expected to close in mid-2022. NewCo will be comprised […]
SpineGuard obtains FDA clearance for commercial release of its new “DSG Connect” platform in the USA
Paris (France) and Boulder (CO), February 15, 2021 – SpineGuard (FR0011464452 – ALSGD), an innovative company that deploys its DSG® (Dynamic Surgical Guidance) sensing technology to secure and streamline the placement of bone implants, announced today the clearance under 510K #201454 by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) for commercial release of its DSG Connect platform […]
Kyphoplasty Market to Reach US$ 3.2 Billion by 2027 Globally | CAGR: 14.5%
According to UnivDatos Market Insights, the Global Kyphoplasty market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.5% from 2021-2027 to reach US$ 3.2 billion by 2027. Market Overview Proliferating prevalence of spinal cord injuries coupled with the rise in the aging populations who are more prone to osteoarthritis is resulting in rising spinal problems, therefore, generating […]
4 Corpectomy 3D Cages to Know!
The corpectomy devices are mainly used in the treatment of cancer patients and in trauma surgeries when it is required an additional structural support. In the beginning, the most used system for corpectomy were titanium meshes (Moss, Pyramesh,etc.). Advances in technology have allowed companies to segment their implants by materials (Titanium, Peek, Carbon Fiber, 3D Printed) and by type of […]
Spineway Expansion in Asia
Ecully, February 11th, 2021 – Spineway, specialized in the treatment of severe disorders of the spine, announces the first surgery in Thailand with Mont Blanc 3D+ instrumentation as well as the signature of an exclusive distribution agreement for the marketing of its products in Malaysia. This operation was successfully performed on February 4th, 2021 by […]
Centinel Spine’s STALIF M FLX™ Listed as Top ALIF 3D-printed Cage
WEST CHESTER, Pa., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Centinel Spine, LLC, the largest privately-held spine company focused on anterior column reconstruction, today announced its novel STALIF M FLX™ 3D-Printed ALIF device was listed by SPINEMarketGroup as the top ALIF 3D-printed cage. This is the second time within the past year that the STALIF M FLXdevice has received top recognition in […]
eCential Robotics raises €100M to develop its robotic platform for spine surgery
Gières (Grenoble), France – eCential Robotics, a French growth company that designs and produces the only system fully unifying 2D/3D robotic imaging and surgical navigation, and previously known as Surgivisio, today announced the rebranding of its identity. The rebranding contributes to the strengthening of the Grenoble-based company’s position as a rising player in surgical robotics. eCential […]
Safe Group and the american company SpineUp announce the signature of a technological co-development agreement
Éragny-sur-Oise, France, on 10 February 2021, 17h35 CET – Safe Orthopaedics (FR0013467123 – ALSAF), holding of the Safe Group (composed of Safe Orthopaedics, a company specializing in the design, manufacturing and marketing of single-use technologies for spinal surgeries, and Safe Medical (Ex-LCI medical), integrated subcontractor for orthopaedic medical devices, today announces the signature of a technological co-development […]
Neo Medical expands its footprint in US and German strategic markets to support the company’s global rapid growth
LAUSANNE, 10 February 2021: Neo Medical, a Swiss-based Medtech company developing value-based care solutions for Functional Fusion in spinal surgery, unveiled today the details of expansion plans in the US and German strategic markets to support the company’s rapid growth. As another step to further establish the company’s leading position in this high growth market, Neo Medical announced the acquisition of Trios Medical in Germany. Neo Medicalwill leverage years of collaboration with TriOs Medical as […]
Aurora Spine Announces Listing of Shares to OTCQB Exchange
CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 09, 2021 (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 that its common shares are now trading on the OTCQB Venture Market (the “OTCQB Venture”), a US trading platform that […]
Zavation Medical Products, LLC, Launches Zavation LABYRINTH™ Fully Porous PEEK Cage
JACKSON, Miss., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Zavation Medical Products (“Zavation” or the “Company”), an innovative designer and manufacturer of spinal implants, instruments, MIS procedural kits, and biologics headquartered in Flowood, MS, announced the launch of LABYRINTH™, an innovative porous PEEK interbody cage. LABYRINTH™, the latest addition to Zavation’s portfolio, features the first available porous endplates integrated through the […]
NuVasive Expands Clinical Professional Development Program with New East Coast Experience Center in New York Metropolitan Area
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 8, 2021 /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 expansion of the Company’s Clinical Professional Development (CPD) and surgeon education program with the planned opening of the NuVasive East Coast Experience Center in Englewood, New Jersey, in […]
Why have Zimmer Spun off its Spine Business? What could happen now?
Last week Zimmer Biomet announced its intention to spin off its Spine and dental businesses. According to Bryan Hanson, CEO of the company, the goal is to focus on high-growth and priority areas such as knees, hips, S.E.T. and CMFT, prioritize resources and simplify their operating models. From our point of view, this strategic action […]
UPDATED: +20 ALIF 3D Cages to Know!
In recent years, both the surgical techniques and instrumentation required for ALIF have changed significantly. In particular, the designs of ALIF cage and the materials used have evolved dramatically, the common goal being to improve fusion rates and optimize clinical outcomes. The increasing popularity of ALIF is reflected by the increasing abundance of published studies […]
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Anatomically adaptive. Solid support The ventral approach for the lumbar fusion system has long been established in spinal surgery due to the easy approach to the disc space. The Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) has the advantage of an extensive ventral release and the option of placement of larger cages than from the posterior direction. […]
Zimmer Biomet Announces Intent to Spin Off Spine and Dental Businesses
WARSAW, Ind., Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global leader in musculoskeletal healthcare, today announced its intention to spin off the Company’s Spine and Dental businesses to form a new and independent, publicly traded company (“NewCo”). The planned transaction will enhance the focus of both Zimmer Biomet and NewCo to meet […]
Zimmer Biomet Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Financial Results
WARSAW, Ind., Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH) today reported financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2020. The Company reported fourth quarter net sales of $2.085 billion, a decrease of 1.9% from the prior year period, and a decrease of 3.7% on a constant currency basis. Net sales for the full year […]
Precision Spine® Receives FDA 510(K) Clearance for the Dakota ACDF™ Standalone System
February 4, 2021 – Parsippany, NJ – Precision Spine, Inc., a medical device company dedicated to Madein-the-USA manufacturing, announced today that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the Dakota ACDF™ Standalone System in the treatment of degenerative disc disease (DDD). The Dakota ACDF system features a titanium […]
CTL Amedica Announces First Implantation of Minimally Invasive Flex Tower
DALLAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2021–Dalip Pelinkovic, MD, recently inserted a Minimally Invasive Flex Tower during lumbar (lower) back surgery in Iowa. This insertion marks the product’s first official use in a surgical patient, following rigorous testing and approvals. The detachable, Minimally Invasive Flex Tower is designed and manufactured by CTL Amedica Corporation, a leader in medical […]
FDA 510(K) Clearance Received for the New Minimal Invasive Thoracolumbar Posterior Fixation System PERLA® TL MIS
After getting the CE marking, Spineart is proud to announce that we received the FDA 510(k) clearance for the new Minimal Invasive Thoracolumbar Posterior Fixation System, PERLA® TL MIS on January 15th, 2021. PERLA® TL MIS is a comprehensive system including polyaxial screws with Extended Tabs which enable a connection to different rod diameters. It contributes to […]
NGMedical GmbH Receives FDA Clearance for Its AM Titanium Cervical Interbody BEE®
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NGMedical, a German medical device manufacturer exclusively focused on creating innovative technologies for spinal application, announces FDA clearance for its purely additively manufactured titanium cervical BEE® cage. The BEE® cage is designed to challenge the limits of additive manufacturing. The purposefully designed honeycomb endplate design reduces the risk of subsidence while allowing […]
The X-Pac Expandable Lumbar Cage System Meets Surgeons’ Evolving Needs Within Both the Lumbar Degenerative and Minimally Invasive Spine Segments
RAYNHAM, MA – FEBRUARY 2, 2021 – The Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies* announced that DePuy Synthes** has signed an agreement with Expanding Innovations Inc. to distribute the X-Pac Expandable Lumbar Cage System in the U.S. The X-Pac Cage augments DePuy Synthes’ existing suite of products to provide a comprehensive procedural solution within the lumbar […]
Spinal Implant Quality Assurance with BODi™
DALLAS, Feb. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — More than 1.62 million instrumented spinal implants occur every year in the US. Well, that’s the tally if we consider hundreds of CPT and ICD codes. It’s impossible to quantify how many people are walking around with a spinal implant (or more). It’s equally impossible to discover the model or manufacturer […]
ATEC Opens New Headquarters with Substantially Increased Sales and Surgeon Education Capacity
CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATEC), a provider of innovative spine surgery solutions dedicated to revolutionizing the approach to spine surgery, announced today that the Company has relocated to its new headquarters in Carlsbad. ATEC’s new facility has been designed from the ground up to inspire collaborative innovation, […]