Author: Carly Behm

For years, many patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP) have been diagnosed with discogenic pain – pain originating from the discs located between the spinal vertebrae. But research over the past 30 years has shown that for many of…

Here are six spine surgeons who moved to new practices or added to their titles in April:

Although Smith+Nephew's overall first quarter revenue has grown since the same period in 2019, orthopedic revenue is still catching up to pre-pandemic figures.

Surgeons seeking leadership roles may have to rethink their communication styles, according to Steven Barnett, MD, CMO of Hoag Orthopedic Institute in Orange County, California.

Casey Davidson, MD, is a spine surgeon at Bone and Joint Institute in Franklin, Tenn.

Medical device company Conventus-Flower Orthopedics partnered with Red One Medical, a private sector scout for the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense.

Historically, pneumatic drills have been the bone- cutting tool of choice for surgeons performing spine procedures. Ultrasonic bone scalpels, however, have elevated the art of bone removal. Neurosurgeons can now perform complex surgeries with incredible precision and accuracy, reducing blood…

The use of 3D-printed spine devices and implants has grown in recent months, allowing for more customized surgical planning. Many spine surgeons see potential in 3D-printed technology but also foresee challenges that will need to be addressed to ensure its…

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of digital technologies to facilitate interactions between patients and providers. One area where technology is making a major difference is in supporting the behavioral health of patients with chronic pain.

Here are seven updates from spine and orthopedic device companies in the last week: