According to 2014 and 2015 scientific data, the sacroiliac (SI) joint is responsible for low back pain (LBP) in 15-30% of cases [1,2]. In 2019, scientific publications have provided us with information that LBP is caused by the SI joint in at least 30% of cases and up to 60% in some populations [3,4]. This knowledge and developments in medical technology are reflected in the increase in SI joint fixation procedures for patients suffering from LBP. Analysis of the US market shows a 25-fold increase in SI joint fixations, from 318 cases in 2010 to 7,794 cases in 2020 [5].
The reason for this huge increase? – The wider availability of stabilising implants and/or a better understanding of the relationship between sacroiliac pain and the SI joint.
Implementation on the market the ISaF® (Ilio Sacral autogenous Fusion) method with 3D-Ti-Truss printed implant:
- 2018-2022 – used mainly in joint instability and degeneration of IS joint, primarily after multiple spinal or IS joint surgeries and after pregnancy in female patients (Bulletins: https://lfc.com.pl/pliki/Biuletyn_02_2020_ENG.pdf, https://lfc.com.pl/pliki/Biuletyn_03-2020_ENG.pdf)
- 2022-2023 – successful use of a special elongated version of the ISaF implant – ISaF(+) with osteointegration-promoting and TrabeQcell® Organic bone-like structure. Implant dedicated to sacral fractures (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stefan-reins-a0a7a3212_isaf-lfcmedical-sacrumfractur-ugcPost-7110949228847194112-icH_?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android).
- October 2023 – CadaverLab, Mulheim, Germany. A successful attempt to combine ISaF(+) stabilization with bone reinforcement using cement. Satisfaction of the surgeons and congratulations to Lechoslaw F. Ciupik, PhD and the LfC team. Another group of patients can count on effective treatment. Pelvis, osteoporosis and the desired strengthening with Illio-sacral stabilization with cement augmentation according to the ISaF procedure; “this is a significant advance in the treatment of older patients.”
- Guentchev M, Preuss C, Rink R, Peter L, Wocker E-L, Tuettenberg J. Technical note: treatment of sacroiliac joint pain with peripheral nerve
stimulation. Neuromodulation Technol Neural Interface. 2015;18(5):392–396 - Cher D, Polly D, Berven S. Sacroiliac joint pain: burden of disease. Med Devices Evid Res. 2014;7(1):73–81
- Tran ZV, Ivashchenko A, Brooks L. Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Methodology – Minimally Invasive Compared to Screw-Type Surgeries: A
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Pain Physician. 2019;22(1):29-40 - Vinko Zlomislic, MD and Steve R. Garfin, MD, Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Sacroiliac Joint, Techniques in Orthopaedics Volume 34,
Number 2, 2019 - Federico, Vincent P. MD; Zavras, Athan G. MD; Butler, et al. Medicare Reimbursement Rates and Utilization Trends in Sacroiliac Joint
Fusion, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 31(17):p 923-930, September 1, 2023
About LfC
LfC is a polish company who have achieved a leading position in the design and manufacture of surgical equipment used in spinal treatment in orthopaedics and neurosurgery.In the years 2007-2008 the company was honoured with prestigious awards, including the title of the Most Innovative Product in Poland (First Prize) in 2007 and the Golden Euro award in 2008. It also gained a high position among Polish innovative companies.Their product range includes Rod-Screws system, Anterior Cervical Plates, Posterior Cervical, Peek Cages, VBR implants and Titanium cages. http://www.lfc.com.pl/en/