In a presentation at the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference in Chicago on June 10, Brian Cole, MD, professor in the department of orthopedics at Rush University Medical Center, gave some insight into recent developments in…
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DePuy Orthopaedics has received FDA clearance for the first ceramic-on-metal total artificial hip system for patients with osteoarthritis after a study found it comparable to the metal-on-metal hip implant, according to a company news release.
The Allen Medical Systems' spine products include the Allen Advanced Accessory package for the Jackson Table, which is designed to reduce OR acquired pressure ulcers. The package offers patient positioning and support system tools for a variety of spine procedures.
NovaBone, a medical device company, recently dedicated a new 3,500-square-foot research and development facility in Gainesville, Fla., to develop bone graft substitutes for orthopedic and dental surgeons, according to a company news release.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have patented a wireless chip designed to track and monitor surgical implants, according to a CMIO report.
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Robotic and computer-assisted technology is now available for use during orthopedic and spine procedures. There are many concerns associated with the efficacy and efficiency of this technology, especially since it costs hospitals a great deal of money to acquire. Here,…
DePuy Orthopaedics named Andrew Ekdahl its new president, according to a company news release.
Zimmer Holdings is showcasing its new Zimmer Patient Specific Instruments in Europe, which include customize instrumentation for the patient's anatomy, according to a company news release.
Synthes has entered into an exclusive worldwide collaboration agreement with Eli Lilly and Company, according to a Synthes news release.
Shoulder Options, an orthopedic device company, has partnered with the Charlotte, N.C.-based medical device company Kapstone Medical, according to a Shoulder Options news release.