Spinal Tech

The roughened titanium alloy surface of a spinal interbody fusion implant may enhance bone formation, implant stability and fusion compared to smooth titanium, according to a preclinical trial from Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Engineering.

The Advanced Medical Technology Association released a study on pricing trends for medical implants, and the data show averages prices have declined significantly from 2007 to 2011.

Here are seven key notes on major spine and orthopedic device companies.

DePuy Synthes CMF launched new instrumentation — the MatrixRIB Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis instrumentation — designed for less invasive surgical fixation and stabilization of rib fractures with the company's MatrixRIB System.

The first implantation of Plainsboro, N.J.-based Integra LifeSciences' Integra Titan Reverse Shoulder System took place in the United States this month.

Mazor Robotics filed a draft prospectus with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for an offering of American Depository Shares on the Nasdaq, according to a Globes report.

Here are four orthopedic or spine device companies that had moves among leaders and executives.

Bracing patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis can significantly decrease the progression of high-risk curves and help patients avoid surgery, according to a study published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

Medtronic has opened a Customer Innovation Center in Galway, Ireland.

LDR Holding announced recently announced its proposal for an IPO, and this week the company revealed its plans to raise $75 million by offering 5 million shares for $14 to $16 each.