Orthopedic practices around the country are struggling to stay afloat amid a tough economy and declining reimbursements. Being a good surgeon is important, but doesn't necessarily guarantee a high patient volume or a profitable business in today's market. "You can't…
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The Food and Drug Administration has sent a warning letter to Anulex Technologies, a medical device company specializing in spinal products, regarding clinical trials of its Xclose tissue repair system.
A new NHL protocol requires patients showing signs of a concussion to be examined by a physician in a room away from the ice, according to a New York Times report.
Spine surgeon Robert Watkins, MD, has given Cleveland Browns defensive end Robaire Smith clearance to play, according to a Chronicle Telegram report.
Neal ElAttrache, MD, physician at Los Angeles-based Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, will operate on Seattle Mariners' pitcher Nate Robertson, according to an Olympian report.
Orthofix has introduced three new sports medicine devices, including a post-op shoulder brace, a rigid ligament knee brace and walker boots for pediatric patients, according to a company news release.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins Children’s Center have discovered most children with severe cerebral palsy have asymmetric pelvic bones, a misalignment that can affect how surgeries of the pelvis and spine are performed, according to a Hopkins Children’s news release. Most…
Medtronic has launched its VERTEX SELECT CHROMALOY Plus Rods, serving as a supplement to the VERTEX SELECT Reconstruction System, according to a company news release.
Valerie Maxam-Moore, RN, MN, senior director of medical operations, clinical quality and compliance at Laser Spine Institute, will present at the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses Annual Congress, according to a news release.
Action Products has introduced the Action Orthopedic Hip Positioner, according to a news release.