NC State University biomedical engineers are developing the battery-activated technology built into an orthopedic implant. Here are five things to know:
1. The nano coating on the implant is more similar to natural bone and can support great ossointegration, compared to traditional implants.
2. The research team is applying a low intensity electrical charge to silver-titanium implants which can then release low-toxicity silver ions that would eliminate harmful bacteria.
3. The implant would be battery-powered and body fluids would be able to conduct the battery and silver components for a low-level charge.
4. A study shows a 99 percent decrease in bacteria growth on and around implants after 24 hours.
5. The study shows infection-free environments after 48 hours.
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