This cervical fusion device provides an excellent balance between porosity and strength. TM-S is the only cervical spinal implant made with Trabecular Metal™ Material, which is a unique, highly porous biomaterial made from elemental tantalum with structural, functional and physiological properties similar to that of bone. Trabecular metal is up to 80 percent porous and has a fully open interconnected pore structure, which offers an osteoconductive scaffold to allow for bony in-growth into the implant. Trabecular metal’s high coefficient of friction to provide initial fixation and modulus of elasticity similar to cancellous bone.
Features:
- Average porosity of up to 80% with a consistent, open pore structure designed to resemble the physical and mechanical properties of cancellous bone
- Low modulus of elasticity that may improve load-sharing, which potentially minimizes stress-shielding1
- High coefficient of friction to assist with initial fixation
Technology:
Trabecular Metal Material is a highly porous structure that creates an initial scratch fit and facilitates the long-term biologic attachment of orthopaedic implants via the potential for bone ingrowth. Trabecular Metal Material is the most advanced fixation surface available for orthopaedic implants. Clinical use since 1997 demonstrates that this innovative technology provides excellent initial scratch fit and the potential for stable, long-term fixation.
Trabecular Metal has a coefficient of friction of .88 against cancellous bone. This produces a good “scratch fit” and increases the material’s initial fixation and stability to bone. Good initial fixation secures the implant in place, allowing time for bony in-growth.
Trabecular Metal Material has more than 20 years of clinical results and had been used in over a million surgical cases worldwide.
About the Company
Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, Zimmer Biomet is a global leader in musculoskeletal healthcare. We design, manufacture and market orthopedic reconstructive products; sports medicine, biologics, extremities and trauma products; office based technologies; spine, craniomaxillofacial and thoracic products; dental implants; and related surgical products.
We collaborate with healthcare professionals around the globe to advance the pace of innovation. Our products and solutions help treat patients suffering from disorders of, or injuries to, bones, joints or supporting soft tissues. Together with healthcare professionals, we help millions of people live better lives.
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