Author: Carly Behm

Paragon 28, a foot and ankle devicemaker, acquired software company Disior.

Stryker's multibillion-dollar acquisition, Nexus Spine's newest leadership hires and six more updates from spine and orthopedic device companies in the last week:

U.S. Orthopaedic Partners has completed six partnerships since its inception, and many of its practices have added surgeons and plan hires, according to a Jan. 12 news release.

OrthoIdaho was acquired by the Portneuf Medical Group, both in Pocatello.

The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons joined in filing an amicus brief supporting the American Medical Association and the American Hospital Association's lawsuit challenging the implementation of the No Surprises Act.

Here are five physician-led spine centers to know:

Catalyst OrthoScience, which focuses on upper extremity orthopedic devices, named Carl O'Connell president and CEO.

Sailsbury, Md.-based Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates added the eastern shore region's first Mako robot for joint replacements, ABC affiliate WNDT reported Jan. 10.

Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain implant company, has been in development for years and aims to help spinal cord injury patients in 2022.

A musculoskeletal management company and an investment adviser have partnered to expand the outpatient model behind Newport Beach, Calif.-based DISC Sports & Spine Center.