Spinal Tech

Here are 18 key notes on orthopedic and spine device companies over the past week.

Blue Belt Technologies has partnered with SurgCenter Development.

Orthofix is a global medical device company aiming to develop and deliver repair and regenerative solutions to the spine and orthopedics market. Two investment analysts have rated Orthofix stock a "strong buy" rating.

Hill-Rom bought Welch Allyn for $2.05 billion, resulting in financial benefits for both medical device and technology companies, according to Syracuse Media Group.

Analysts at Zacks have given a high momentum style score to Integra LifeSciences, an integrated medical technology company offering solutions in orthopedic extremity, neurosurgery and reconstructive and general surgery.

There are many patients who underwent metal-on-metal hip implants before issues with the design were brought to light, and if patients aren't aware of the deadline for joining related lawsuits they may not be able to collect damages.

Bacterin signed an agreement with Yankee Alliance.

Stryker is a world-renowned medical technology company founded by Homer Stryker, MD, in 1941. Dr. Stryker created the company to produce medical products making surgery and recovery faster and more effective for patients.

Raymond Wurapa, MD, has teamed up with Medline, to bring a new patented invention to market.

University of Massachusetts at Lowell is expanding its incubator program for medical technologies and opening a new innovation hub.