University of Pittsburgh Partners With Ortho-tag for Orthopedic Implant Research

Ortho-tag has partnered with the University of Pittsburgh to use the Transcutaneous Near Field Communication technology in “smart” orthopedic implants, according to an NFC News report.

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The researchers will use the Ortho-tag technology in the orthopedic implant to receive vital information about how the implant works. The technology keeps a record of patient information related to the implant and surgery, which will be used for ongoing research.

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