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    Activity-based rehabilitation interventions are ‘effective in improving function’ in patients with...

    IU School of Medicine researchers discover new potential for functional recovery...

    Lineage set for clinical testing with OPC transplant therapy for spinal...

    University of Louisville and Medtronic team up to develop epidural stimulation...

    High BMI has ‘no significant effect’ on outcomes following minimally invasive...

    SeaSpine announces FDA clearance of 7D Surgical Percutaneous Spine Module

    ReVivo Medical announces two new spine experts to its Board Of...

    ZygoFix receives CE mark for its zLOCK spinal fusion system

    Nuvasive

    NuVasive receives CE Mark for Pulse platform and begins global clinical...

    New ultra-thin Inflatable spinal implants could help treat severe pain

    joimax launches latest iteration of Shrill Shaver Drill System

    Top spine surgeons release patient guide for artificial disc replacement

    Single-level interspinous implant has inferior patient outcomes compared to single-level laminectomy,...

    Evrysdi approved in Japan for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy

    Benefits of bioresorbable polymer scaffold ‘outweigh the risks’ in patients with...

    CoreLink announces FDA clearance for F3D Corpectomy Vertebral Body Replacement System

    Spino Modulation granted FDA breakthrough device designation for MIScoli vertebral body...

    ONWARD receives breakthrough device designation for ARC-IM platform

    Ultrasonic bone scalpel ‘does not reduce blood loss’ during posterior spinal...

    Severity of thoracic intervertebral disc degeneration increases with age

    Neo Medical lands FDA approval and CE certification for Pedicle Screw...

    Gabapentin prevents harmful structural changes in injured spinal cord of mice

    AO Foundation rolls out AO Global Data spine sub-registries

    Majority of paediatric spinal fractures related to not wearing seatbelts

    Medtronic bags FDA approval for Vanta implantable neurostimulator

    Empirical Spine closes US$10 Million Series B financing round

    Spectrum Spine acquires unique surface technology for spinal trauma

    Medtronic receives FDA clearance for patient-specific UNiD Rods

    Orthofix renews sponsorship of Olympic gold medalist and spine patient Laura...

    United Spinal Association acquires AbleThrive to better support those with spinal...

    Spinal Stabilization Technologies receives CE Mark and FDA breakthrough designation for...

    ChoiceSpine announces FDA clearance and clinical use of Blackhawk Ti cervical...

    Medical Devices Regulation comes into effect across the EU

    CUREXO expands global reach after its spinal surgery robot acquires FDA...

    WaveWriter Alpha Spinal Cord Stimulator System wins Best Overall Medical Device...

    New study demonstrates mild® procedure durability at five years

    Cannabis use disorder linked to increased complications after spinal surgery

    ISASS 2021: Positive results out to four years reported for M6-C...

    First patient enrolled in RCT comparing novel radiofrequency ablation device to...

    UC San Diego Health ‘first in region’ to utilise augmented reality...

    American Spine Registry expands sponsors with Medtronic addition

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine completes first surgical cases with TRULIFT Expandable Spacer System

    4WEB Medical unveils new Lumbar Spine Plating Solution

    Metal-on-metal artificial discs in two-level ACDR result in superior clinical outcome...

    Medtronic launches spinal cord stimulation therapy mobile app

    EDGe Surgical granted US patent for next-generation Awl-in-One Tap

    Cerapedics granted breakthrough device designation for P-15L bone graft

    Orthofix 3D-printed titanium cervical spacer system receives clearance

    theracell fiber bag

    TheraCell announces first surgical uses of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Bag for...

    nuvasive simplify disc

    NuVasive’s Simplify Disc gains FDA approval for use in two-level cTDR

    Medtronic receives FDA approval for labelling of Intellis platform when using...

    InVictus OCT posterior fixation system for the cervical and thoracic spine...

    4WEB Medical receives FDA clearance for its lumbar plating solution 

    Lumbar fusions have better outcomes when evidence-based best practice is followed

    Trial shows percutaneous PNS could offer “non-destructive, motor-sparing neuromodulation treatment” 

    7D Surgical launches its FLASH navigation system to German and Swiss...

    Stronghold 3D titanium interbody device launched 

    NuVasive

    NuVasive and the International Spine Study Group Foundation announce two new...

    ReVivo Medical changes from an LLC to a corporation 

    First patient enrolled in first real-world outcomes for Medtronic DTM SCS 

    PMA submission process initiated for FDA approval of Limiflex 

    Aurora Spine announces launch of its proprietary SiLO posterior SI joint...

    NuVasive acquires Simplify Medical 

    Fusion Robotics receives FDA clearance for spinal navigation and robotics system

    Study finds deep learning application can identify previous spinal implants  

    ControlRad Select imaging system gains FDA market clearance

    MiRus announces a lifetime limited warranty on MoRe superalloy rod 

    First patients implanted with AlloWrap amniotic membrane

    SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the Reef TO TLIF oblique interbody system 

    ReFlow system mini receives FDA breakthrough device designation 

    ReWalk enter contract with BKK Mobil Oil health insurance fund to...

    BrainStorm’s NurOwn does not have enough clinical data according to FDA  

    Medtronic receives FDA approval for expanded MRI labelling of InterStim SureScan...

    Brachytherapy cement could be used to treat spinal tumours 

    C2Dx acquires Stryker T/Pump

    Medtronic announces first use in US of Midas Rex drills with...

    IOF release position paper recommending routine use of VFA-DXA in fracture...

    Philips announces ClarifEye augmented reality surgical navigation for minimally-invasive spine procedures

    Zavation Medical Products launches the Labyrinth fully porous PEEK cage

    NGMedical receives FDA clearance for cervical Bee cage

    TheraCell announces release of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Wrap

    BlackArmour anterior cervical plate launched in the US market

    Spinal Elements receives FDA clearance for Lucent XP-Curved expandable TLIF device

    Inspired Spine receives FDA clearance for Trident SI Joint Screw System 

    Camber Spine receives US patent for Spira Lateral 3.0

    SeaSpine announces limited commercial launch of Regatta lateral plate system

    Non-surgical refractory back pain patients have better pain outcomes with 10KhZ...

    Abbott launches NeuroSphere myPath digital health app 

    First surgical implant of spinal device coated with N2 Biomedical’s ion-assisted...

    WaveWriter Alpha SCS systems launches in USA

    First patient enrolled in Up-LIFT safety and effectiveness trial of ARC...

    First surgical use of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Bullets in an interbody...

    NuVasive

    Study finds single-position spine surgery improves operative efficiency while reducing complications...

    Stryker launches T7 personal protection system for surgery

    Endo announces licensing agreement for Paladin Labs to commercialise abaloparatide in...

    NICE publishes briefing on Saluda’s Evoke closed-loop SCS system

    New findings suggest patients prefer one-stage SCS screening trial

    Centinel Spine announces first implant of prodisc L Lumbar total disc...

    HSS Bone study finds link between skeletal abnormalities and likelihood of...

    Medtronic receives FDA device clearance for Mazor platform devices

    G-21 and icotec ag partner for pedicle screw system 

    Stryker receives CMS transitional pass-through payment for SpineJack System 

    Nexxt Spine announces first case with NEXXT MATRIXX SA Cervical Turn-Lock...

    Motion preservation device market estimated to grow to US$1501.9 million 

    Centinel Spine announces 3,500 3D-printed devices successfully implanted 

    Studies find FlareHawk expandable cage safe and efficacious 

    Nuvasive announces C360 cervical spine portfolio

    New study first to visually capture biofilm architecture in retrieved implants...

    Boston Scientific launches Wavewriter Alpha SCS Systems in Europe

    New study shows re-operation rate for metastases at 8.3%

    Implantable brain-computer allows severely paralyses patients to complete daily tasks

    NuVasive

    NuVasive launches Cohere XLIF

    Astura

    Astura Medical receives FDA clearance for Dolomite Stand-Alone Anterior System

    Medtronic finalises acquisition of Medicrea

    cerapedics

    Canada to be the first commercial market to launch Cerapedics new...

    Medtronic receive FDA approval for NIM Vital

    Nvision Biomedical Technologies receives FDA clearance for first osteotomy wedge system

    Spine patients highly satisfied with telemedicine during COVID-19 according to new...

    First clinical cases with V-Strut spinal vertebral implant

    LifeNet Health launches VertiGraft ACIS VG2 allograft interbody spacer

    Medtronic launches Adaptix interbody system in USA

    MaXcess retractor

    Study findings add to evidence for NuVasive’s MaXcess retractor

    Orthofix FIREBIRD SI fusion system receives additional US FDA clearance for...

    Study spotlights fall in Medicare reimbursement for orthopaedic trauma surgery

    Nexxt Spine launches cervical turn lock system

    Researchers develop clinical prediction scale for elective spine surgery

    cerapedics

    Cerapedics announces Canadian approval of i-FACTOR+ Matrix

    Wenzel Spine announces acquisition of Statera Spine

    idct

    DisGenics raises US$50 million in Series C funding round

    Researchers develop new classification system for adult idiopathic scoliosis

    Atlas Spine announces launch of its HiJAK SA expandable cervical standalone...

    Spinal cord injury patient regains ability to walk following electrical and...

    Dorsal root ganglion stimulation evokes motor responses in patients with complete...

    PLATEAU-A Ti Anterior Lumbar Spacer System receives US FDA clearance

    minimally invasive surgery

    New framework prioritising paediatric spine surgeries amid COVID-19 published

    Study shows reduced operating time and cost per case using Neo...

    lumbar interbody fusion

    Systematic review reveals inferior safety profile of open posterior lumbar interbody...

    joimax expands presence in Australia

    Zavation launches Z-Span expandable anterior and lateral lumbar plates

    Wellness

    Topical steroids reduce swallowing difficulties following ACDF surgery

    7D surgical gains CE mark approval for its MvIGS imaging system...

    Cerapedics announces IDE supplement for ASPIRE clinical trial

    Medicrea UNiD Hub

    Medtronic agrees Medicrea acquisition

    Learning curve in robot-assisted spinal fusion may be associated with inferior...

    ulrich medical announces US release of the Momentum posterior spinal fixation...

    Intrathecal morphine reduces cost and lowers opioid requirement in scoliosis surgery

    Initial data from LimiFlex IDE trial presented at IMAST 2020

    Reducing pain at discharge may reduce opioid consumption in orthopaedic patients

    First EOSedge imaging platform installed in Germany

    Study provides insight into adult cervical deformity surgery complications

    Spinal Elements receives US FDA approval for Sapphire X device

    NASS Annual Meeting Exhibition

    NASS cancels 2020 meeting and moves to digital platform

    SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Mariner MIS and Outrigger spinal...

    Undisclosed conflict of interest is “prevalent” in spine journals

    CoreLink launches F3D-C2 standalone cervical system

    Orthofix announces FDA clearance for Firebird SI fusion system

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    “No statistical difference in outcomes” for minimally invasive lumbar decompression or...

    Mainstay Medical announces FDA approval of ReActiv8 neurostimulation system for chronic...

    SeaSpine launches Northstar OCT and Cervical Facet Fusion systems

    Meta-analysis finds higher rate of accuracy in robotic pedicle screw placement

    NuVasive launches Reline 3D for paediatric spinal deformity

    Sirakoss receives US FDA clearance for Osteo3 ZP Putty

    Paper details strategies for coping with psychological impact of spine care...

    SRS 2020 annual meeting moves to virtual format

    Augmented reality

    Johns Hopkins surgeons perform spinal fusion using xvision augmented reality guidance

    ApiFix scoliosis correction system begins initial US launch

    MiRus announces first clinical use of the 3DR printed lumbar interbody...

    FDA clearance for 4WEB’s ASTS-SA lumbar interbody fusion device

    intracept

    Relievant announces publication of Level I SMART study data

    Brainlab Elements Spine

    Study suggests augmented reality could be widely applied in spinal surgery

    Pedicle screw handling techniques “lead to contamination of screws”

    SpineGuard seeks US regulatory approval for DSG Connect platform

    Meditech Spine receives FDA clearance for CURE Opel lumbar plate system

    Eurospine 2020 to be held as a virtual event

    Nexxt Spine receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for ALIF and lateral...

    Centinel Spine announces approval for the manufacturing transfer of prodisc technology

    COVID-19: Spinal surgeons report “elevated anxiety and uncertainty for the future”

    i-FACTOR clinical results show higher fusion rate compared to allograft

    Neo Medical closes US$13.4 million financing round

    Precision Spine announces US launch of Slimplicity anterior cervical plating system

    US FDA approval granted for two Camber Spine devices

    NuVasive expands Advanced Materials Science implant portfolio

    Telemedicine “essential for maintaining spine care” during COVID-19

    Astura Medical gains US FDA clearance for El Capitan ALIF system

    Study supports use of VIA Disc to treat degenerative disc disease

    COVID-19: Calls for physicians to address domestic violence during social distancing

    minimally invasive surgery

    COVID-19: CMS outlines recommendations for restarting non-emergent procedures

    Spinal surgery training adapted during COVID-19 pandemic

    COVID-19 market impact sees ATEC terminate acquisition of EOS imaging

    Spine practitioners turn to telemedicine at the height of COVID-19

    US FDA clearance for Atlas Spine’s HiJAK SA system

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine announces FDA 510(k) clearance of the PROLIFT Lateral Fixated...

    Precision Spine announces US launch of Reform midline cortical system

    Nexxt Spine announces first implantation of Matrixx corpectomy system

    Astura Medical receives FDA 510(k) clearance for SIRION LLIF system

    “Challenges and opportunities” NASS president reflects on COVID-19 and spine care

    PPE and economic concerns highlighted in global COVID-19 spine survey

    COVID-19: Cotton and surgical masks may be ineffective at stopping spread...

    Artificial intelligence in spine care is “here to stay”

    Spinal ultrasound imaging platform receives US FDA clearance

    Centinel Spine receives FDA approval for two-level indications of prodisc L

    Signus receives CE mark for ALIF and cervical cages

    Philips and the US government collaborate in ventilator production ramp up...

    Precision Spine launches Reform Ti pedicle screw system

    Stryker

    Stryker develops Emergency Relief Bed in response to COVID-19 pandemic

    UK regulator review sees NuVasive suspend supply of Magec rods

    COVID-19: European Commission agrees to postpone new MDR because of pandemic

    CMSS

    CMSS “strongly urges action” to ensure all frontline healthcare professionals are...

    OrthoPediatrics announces ApiFix acquisition

    ACS defends healthcare workers as PPE shortages lead to acrimony

    SpineGuard receives CE mark for DSG Connect platform

    Nexxt Spine announces US FDA clearance for Matrixx corpectomy system

    OrthoPediatrics gains expanded approval for Response scoliosis system

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    Surgery preferable to conservative treatment in chronic sciatica patients

    COVID-19: European Commission looking to postpone new MDR by one year

    Adapt clinical studies to alleviate effect of pandemic

    AgNovos

    AgNovos receives Breakthrough Device Designation for spine device

    NASS issues call for papers for new open access journal

    American College of Surgeons releases clinical guidance for elective surgery triage...

    CDRH adjusts working practices with medical device companies to deal with...

    NASS offers Coronavirus resources for spine care providers

    minimally invasive surgery

    Elective spinal surgery “should be curtailed” in light of Coronavirus outbreak

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine to produce surgical masks during COVID-19 outbreak

    Precision Spine launches SureLOK MIS 3L percutaneous screw system

    NuVasive issues safety notice on Magec Model X rods

    Researchers describe technique to “re-inflate” herniated disc

    “Starker than expected” radiation from fluoroscopy in TLIF surgery

    Frank Phillips named as ISASS president

    Centinel Spine announces Steven F Murray as CEO

    Study supports use of Attrax Putty as substitute for autograft

    Coronavirus leads to cancellation of spine meetings

    FDA clearance for use of Agilon bone graft in spine procedures

    idct

    DiscGenics completes enrolment for IDCT clinical trial

    Life Spine receives additional US FDA clearance for the PROLIFT expandable...

    icotec ag and AO Foundation partner for spinal stabilisation system

    Positive fusion data reported for FlareHawk interbody implant

    ISASS20: PEEK-on-ceramic disc shows decrease in pain and disability scores after...

    ISASS20: Opioid use lower for Prestige LP cervical disc patients

    Simplify Disc

    ISASS20: PEEK cervical disc improves MRI scan visualisation

    ATEC agrees to acquire EOS imaging

    Texas Back Institute performs first minimally invasive case with DeGen’s E3...

    RTI to showcase SImmetry clinical data at ISASS20

    Enrolment for two-level prodisc patient study begins

    Image-guided screw placement offers “advantage” in instrumented spinal surgery

    Genesys Spine launches Sacroiliac Joint Fusion system

    CTL Amedica

    US patent granted for CTL’s screw offset blocking mechanism

    MaXcess retractor

    Preliminary results validate NuVasive’s MaXcess retractor in prone single-position XLIF and...

    PROM questionnaires added to Orthofix STIM onTrack mobile app

    Untreated AIS patients report low scores for pain, self-image and function

    Five-year data released for Inspan lumbar interspinous fixation device

    Medicrea logo

    US FDA approval for Medicrea’s patient-matched interbody cages

    Peri-operative pregabalin does not reduce pain in adolescents after posterior spinal...

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for Steerable Plateau Ti...

    Hedron IA 3D printed ALIF spacer used in vertebral body fixation...

    7D Surgicals Hero 2 machine

    7D Surgical announces commercial release of its Universal Tracking Kit

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    NASS publishes evidence-based guideline for diagnosis and treatment of low back...

    Device removal not mandatory to combat acute infection after ASD surgery

    Atlas Spine launches V3 guided segmental plating system

    Life Spine publishes white paper on ProLift expandable spacer system

    Nanocoated PEEK cages improve osseointegration in PLIF procedure

    First North American installation of EOSedge imaging system

    Inspired Spine

    Inspired Spine performs 1,000 OLLIF procedures

    CoreLink passes 5,000 3D printed spinal implant milestone

    Modus V, a fully automated robotic digital microscope designed to assist surgeons in the operating room.

    Synaptive announces updates to Modus V robotic microscope

    Study looks at impact of race on outcomes of spinal fusion...

    CIMZIA approved for use by Health Canada

    Medicrea logo

    Medicrea in discussions over potential US strategic partnerships

    Cutting Edge Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for EVOL ha-DLIF system

    minimally invasive surgery

    Researchers push ‘defined’ role for DVT treatment after spine surgery

    Medtronic issues safety notice after Mazor X detachments

    Bone Biologics completes rhNELL-1 preclinical study

    idct

    Japanese study of disc degeneration cell therapy passes safety review

    Medicrea logo

    Medicrea receives seven US patents for UNiD spinal AI platform

    Study assesses reliability of PROM score change in spine surgery research

    NuVasive appoints Matthew Harbaugh as chief financial officer

    SeaSpine announces commercial launch of Mariner Midline posterior fixation system

    Augmented reality

    FDA approves xvision augmented reality spine surgery system

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for the titanium stand-alone ALIF...

    frailty

    Spine surgery ‘safe’ in patients of advanced age

    tetrafuse

    RTI Surgical announces publication of TETRAfuse PEKK study

    Jana Kiena appointed chief financial officer of Aurora Spine

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    Patient factors explain variation in function after lumbar surgery

    ulrich medical USA launches Momentum rod-screw system

    Empirical Spine completes investigational enrolment for LimiFlex US IDE trial

    Topical application and local infiltration of TXA reduces blood loss in...

    RTI Surgical

    Terry Rich joins RTI Surgical as president of Global Spine

    EOS imaging receives 510(k) clearance for EOSedge

    Taltz Eli Lilly and Company

    Positive results for Taltz in COAST-X trial

    Shape analysis could predict postoperative results in AIS surgery

    Life Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Longbow titanium lateral expandable...

    NuVasive receives FDA clearance for expanded multi-level use of CoRoent small...

    CSRS 2019: DePuy Synthes launches Symphony OCT system

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    No clinical benefit in antibiotic use to treat low back pain

    Life Spine announces first cases with Centerline thoracolumbar spinal system

    Cerapedics

    Cerapedics announces FDA approval of PMA supplement based on two-year clinical...

    Astura Medical receives 510(k) clearance for ALTA anterior cervical corpectomy spacer...

    Comorbidities and surgical complication linked to increased readmission after revision lumbar...

    Novartis announces results of PREVENT study

    Outcomes of SCOUT interbody fusion trial detailed

    Nevro receives US FDA approval for Senza Omnia spinal cord stimulation...

    Astura

    Astura Medical announces Texas relocation

    AI-based classification may guide preoperative decisions in ASD patients

    Stryker Sahara

    Stryker receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Sahara Lateral 3D interbody system

    Laboratory markers could predict outcomes for spinal metastases patients

    Behavioural intervention increases physical activity in lumbar surgery patients

    IDCT clinical study passes final safety review

    GTX Medical and NeuroRecovery Technologies announce merger

    Stryker

    Stryker completes acquisition of Mobius Imaging

    EUROSPINE 2019: Decompressive surgery remains the ‘gold-standard’ for lumbar spinal stenosis...

    CarboFix announces FDA clearance of Vertebral Body Replacement (VBR) System

    Significant improvement in the rates of bone fusion following a course...

    Synaptive offers Modus V surgical microscope to spine market

    Elective one to three level ACDFs at physician-owned hospitals cost less...

    radiculopathy

    Topical steroid reduces dysphagia after ACDF, early RCT results suggest

    Prioritisation of realignment associated with superior clinical outcomes for surgical cervical...

    loop-x mobile imaging robot brainlab

    NASS 2019: Brainlab introduces mobile intraoperative imaging robot

    Medtronic announce new clinical trial to study Infuse bone graft in...

    Alphatec announce commercial launch of IdentiTi TLIF posterior oblique porous titanium...

    tetrafuse

    RTI Surgical showcase clinical data at NASS 2019

    DePuy Conduit

    NASS 2019: DePuy Synthes launch 3D printed implant portfolio for spine...

    ControlRad announce first clinical use of Trace radiation reduction technology

    HPS 2.0 Hybrid Performance System used for the first time during...

    Fundamental Surgery announce expansion of global medical panel

    scoliosis and normal spine

    RCT finds equivalent percentage coronal curve correction between low- and high-implant...

    National Osteoporosis Foundation supports new evidence-based vertebral compression fracture care pathway

    Camber Spine announces nationwide launch Of SPIRA-O Open Matrix OLIF at...

    Omar Ishrak to step down as Medtronic CEO next year

    Computer-aided method has potential for measuring Cobb angle on chest X-rays

    vertebroplasty

    Percutaneous vertebroplasty safe and effective only in patients with acute fractures

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine announces expansion of international sales to thirty countries worldwide

    Nexxt Spine increases Nexxt Matrixx offerings with Lordotic TLIF Oblique

    kaia

    First medically approved back pain app in EU and UK aims...

    idct

    DiscGenics receives FDA fast track designation for disc degeneration cell therapy

    SurGenTec announces FDA clearance for neurostimulation with Alara Access Needle Kit

    cns

    Congress of Neurological Surgeons’ Top Paper of 2019 goes to spine...

    Zimmer Biomet

    First-of-its-kind treatment for young patients with scoliosis receives FDA approval

    Operative versus non-operative decision-making of experienced surgeons “may be emulated with...

    Spineology announces Duo Angled Instrumentation System

    alphatec

    Alphatec advances InVictus MIS system with commercial launch of SingleStep

    IDCT

    First patients treated in Japanese clinical trial of cell therapy for...

    Medicrea announces FDA clearance of Tulip Genesis

    Jon Serbousek to become Orthofix CEO

    SeaSpine announces launch of Mariner Outrigger Revision System

    Global effort to address degenerative spine conditions “imperative” to reduce disability

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    Sleep disorders predict increased healthcare visits and costs for low back...

    No increase in complication rates using ACR when compared to LLIF

    Intravenous ketorolac substantially reduces opioid use after fusion

    jazz lock

    Implanet granted US patent for Jazz Lock technology

    FDA provides additional 510(k) clearance for the ProLift expandable spacer system

    alphatec

    InVictus MIS and open spinal fixation systems launched

    fda

    GALILEO spine alignment monitoring system receives FDA clearance

    Centinel Spine announces IDE approval of two different ProDisc C devices

    Joimax starts official sale of its CE-approved EndoLIF product line

    Patient-reported functional outcomes vary considerably after lumbar spinal fusion surgery

    Majority of women unaware that SI joint issues a leading cause...

    regatta

    SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Regatta Lateral System

    hours

    Capping medical residency hours does not hamper new doctors’ quality of...

    Observed patterns of cervical radiculopathy differ from standard distribution in over...

    icotec

    Icotec earns FDA clearance for pedicle screw system

    Pulse

    NuVasive launches Pulse integrated technology platform

    cerapedics

    Cerapedics announces expansion of Colorado headquarters

    intracept

    Relievant announces publication of Level I INTRACEPT study

    NURTURE

    Biogen announces new data providing further evidence for SPINRAZA (nusinersen) as...

    Medtronic completes acquisition of Titan Spine

    Fusion Robotics closes financing to advance spinal robotics platforms

    Medtronic’s upcoming robot-assisted surgical platform to feature 3D vision systems

    Life Spine announces FDA 510(k) clearance of the ProLift lateral expandable...

    CHLA

    “Keyhole” surgery repairs spina bifida in utero

    NYU Langone performs first US procedure with newly approved device to...

    Boston Scientific closes acquisition of Vertiflex

    M6-C

    First-ever two-level M6 procedure performed in the USA

    tetrafuse

    RTI Surgical reaches 5,000 implant milestone for Fortilink interbody fusion systems...

    jazz cap

    Successful first Jazz Cap surgeries completed in the USA

    myspine

    Medacta’s MySpine MC wins MedTech Breakthrough Award for orthopaedics and surgical...

    tetrafuse

    RTI Surgical wins 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award for TETRAfuse 3D technology

    Astura

    Astura Medical announces partnership with Academy Medical

    football

    Low rate of serious upper-spine injuries in NCAA football players

    misonix

    Misonix receives US FDA clearance for integrated ultrasonic surgical platform

    Results of the CSM-Protect RCT indicate a lack of effect on...

    AERIAL

    Globus Medical launches first expandable interspinous fixation

    TLIF IdentiTi posterior curved porous titanium interbody implant system launched

    Microbes on explanted pedicle screws “may be a possible cause of...

    New clinical data demonstrates the versatility of Globus Medical’s ExcelsiusGPS

    image of EOS imaging's platform

    EOS imaging announces 4th system installation at Hospital for Special Surgery

    Best Paper at GSC 2019 addresses burnout among spine surgeons

    New study offers first description of spinal trauma management and its...

    Joimax showcases new electromagnetic navigation system Intracs at GSC and DGNC

    App-based back pain treatment outperforms standard physiotherapy in clinical trial

    Medtronic enters into definitive agreement to acquire Titan Spine

    Boston Scientific announces agreement to acquire Vertiflex

    Study highlights the need for individualised thromboprophylaxis regimens for neurosurgical and...

    radiculopathy

    Cages in ACDF are associated with a higher non-union rate than...

    intracept

    Relievant announces publication of SMART trial 24-month results

    M6-C

    Orthofix announces first US patient implants of M6-C artificial cervical disc

    Use of artificial intelligence to improve surgical referrals in degenerative lumbar...

    image of EOS imaging's platform

    EOS imaging introduces EOSlink

    Virginie Lafage

    Hospital and patient characteristics can predict extended length of stay in...

    cone of economy

    Advanced method of quantifying the cone of economy may allow practitioners...

    radiculopathy

    Duration of preoperative radiculopathy symptoms associated with worse outcomes

    frailty

    Surgical intervention and sagittal alignment can influence postoperative frailty in cervical...

    Low back pain is significantly improved in the majority of patients...

    New results “strongly support” the safety of the ProDisc-C device

    Spineology mesh interbody fusion technologies yield excellent/good patient satisfaction scores

    M6-C

    Positive two-year data released for the M6-C cervical disc

    Opioid medication use before and during transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion surgery...

    ACDF can be safely performed in outpatient setting in select patients

    Mexico

    EOS imaging intalls the first EOS system in the United Arab...

    tetrafuse

    First patient enrolled in clinical study of Fortilink interbody fusion device

    vertebroplasty

    “No further trials of vertebroplasty should be performed”, report concludes

    New chondrocyte patents for SpinalCyte

    Presurgical CT scan finds significant number of patients had undiagnosed osteoporosis

    RTI Surgical completes acquisition of Paradigm Spine

    Inspired Spine

    Inspired Spine celebrates opening of concierge centre for national and global...

    Scott Gottlieb resigns as head of US FDA

    SI-Bone announces publication of two-year iMIA randomised controlled trial results

    ISASS bone grafting policy statement features i-FACTOR peptide enhanced bone graft

    Vertos Medical granted CE mark for spinal stenosis treatment

    Expanding access to surgery on a global scale

    Single-level anterior cervical discectomy: A “solid alternative” to fusion or arthroplasty

    Atlas Spine launches expandable cervical interbody fusion device

    OrthoPediatrics announces global launch of new BandLoc DUO

    Alphatec announces FDA clearance of automated SafeOp neuromonitoring system

    Outcomes of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion influenced by presurgical depressive...

    Inspired Spine

    Inspired Spine releases study on the clinical and radiological outcomes of...

    Life Spine announces initiation of SIMPACT sacroiliac joint fixation outcomes study

    Ram Haddas

    Cervical decompression surgery found to improve gait and function in adult...

    New computer programme reduces spine surgery errors linked to “wrong level”...

    M6-C

    FDA approval for M6-C artificial cervical disc

    Southern New Hampshire Medical Center installs 7D Surgical platform for spinal...

    Sirakoss granted CE mark for synthetic bone graft substitute

    New implants released for StabiLink Interlaminar System

    Enhanced recovery protocol reduces opioid use in spinal surgery patients

    Editors-in-chief of major cardiovascular journals claim medical misinformation puts “lives at...

    Secure-C cervical artificial disc receives expanded insurance coverage

    Aurora Spine announces new patent for minimally invasive spinal implants

    Mazor X

    Medtronic announces US commercial launch of Mazor X Stealth Edition

    Bioventus launches OSTEOMATRIX biphasic bone graft

    Digital therapeutics company Kaia Health raises US$10m in Series A funding

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    US government shutdown disrupting FDA work

    FIREFLY pedicle screw navigation system granted CE mark

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    Banned in the USA: Petition calls for FDA to prohibit reprocessed...

    Use of opioids before surgery hinders post-surgical improvements

    Stem cells

    SMaRT human neural stem cells found to degrade scar and optimise...

    3D printed implant promotes nerve cell growth to treat spinal cord...

    HoloSurgical announces first surgical procedure utilising ARAI system

    Ulrich medical USA announces entry and first global implantation of expandable...

    Romosozumab receives approval in Japan for treatment of osteoporosis in patients...

    SpineSource acquires French medical device technology

    New international patent for SpinalCyte

    IDCT

    Cell therapy IDCT passes initial safety review of first-in-human clinical trial...

    NuVasive announces new organisational structure and leadership team

    International symposium in Peru: Spineway presents Mont Blanc and Kili product...

    N20: Spine in the spotlight at global meeting

    Digital healthcare partnership aims to reduce low back pain

    Medtronic completes acquisition of Mazor Robotics

    OrthoPediatrics announces full-scale US launch of small stature scoliosis system

    ExcelsiusGPS launched in Europe

    Expanded FDA clearance for NuVasive’s Monolith corpectomy system

    IDCT

    Clinical evaluation of non-surgical degenerative disc disease treatment to begin in...

    Positive payor policy covering coflex for the surgical treatment of lumbar...

    New product innovation award for PEEKplus

    Successful first in human for zLOCK spinal facet joint fixation system

    Joimax introduces Endoscopic Generation 4 Devices and showcases new 3D-printed titanium...

    Spineology announces new board members

    FDA clearance for SAXXONY posterior cervical thoracic spine system

    Mainstay Medical to showcase ReActiv8 and key clinical data at the...

    Minimally invasive placement of pedicle screws may lower incidence of proximal...

    FDA advisory committee to review Evenity (romosozumab) for the treatment of...

    FDA 510(k) clearance for Astura Medical’s spinal fixation system

    University College Hospital advances surgical skills training with adoption of FundamentalVR...

    FDA clears SpinalCyte IND application for universal donor cell therapy to...

    US FDA plan shakeup of its 510(k) clearance programme

    First US clinical use of the Voyant system for minimally invasive...

    Positive payor policy covering coflex by AmeriHealth Caritas for the surgical...

    Zimmer Biomet recalls 1,360 spinal fusion and long bone stimulators

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    Pulsed radiofrequency relieves acute back pain and sciatica

    RSNA 2018: Versatile portfolio for most diverse and individual imaging demands

    Eurospine audience sceptical of digital learning’s potential in spinal surgery training

    Statera Spine announces company formation

    NASS Spine Registry

    Surgical intervention found to significantly improve frailty in adult cervical deformity

    Is all ignorance bliss? Expenses for implants in surgery decrease when...

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    EOS imaging announces installations of first EOS systems in Spain and...

    Mazor Robotics shareholders approve US$1.64B Medtronic transaction

    Clinical launch of SurGenTec GraftGun system prefilled with ViBone a resounding...

    Medicrea logo

    Medicrea achieves 3,000 surgery milestone with UNiD ASI and patient-specific implants

    Vertiflex announces 85% reduction in patients using opioids after treatment with...

    Zimmer Biomet Spine announces FDA approval of Mobi-C cervical disc labelling...

    Altus Capital Partners acquires ChoiceSpine

    First ASC in southeast USA purchases Mazor Robotics’ Renaissance system

    RTI Surgical announces HealthPartners’ positive coverage decision for minimally invasive sacroiliac...

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    CE mark clearance for the Jazz Cap System, a screw securing...

    Concorde

    Global orthopaedic devices market worth US$47.7 billion by 2026

    Aurora Spine announces exclusive patent licence agreement for MIS SI joint...

    Biogen scoops sixth Prix Galien award with UK for life-changing rare...

    The world’s first combined endoscopic and robotic-guided spine surgery is performed...

    NuVasive launches Brigade Lateral implant and instrumentation optimised for lateral ALIF...

    K2M

    Stryker closes US$1.4B K2M buy

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine announces initiation of PROLIFT Expandable Interbody clinical study

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    SpinalCyte announces sustained 12-month MRI outcomes after CybroCell injection

    Simplify Disc

    Simplify Medical completes enrolment in US IDE pivotal trial of Simplify...

    Children’s Scoliosis Foundation offers members health management app via Backpack Health

    NMPA accepts new drug application for IBI303, a biosimilar candidate to...

    Bio2 Technologies receives FDA IDE approval to begin clinical study of...

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    EOS imaging leadership transition to strengthen US strategy

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    Costs curbing the rise of robotics in spinal surgery

    RTI Surgical to acquire Paradigm Spine

    Increased radiation but “no benefits” in pedicle screw accuracy with navigation

    NuVasive’s Porous PEEK impant to be used in flagship XLIF procedure

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    SpinalCyte announces new patents in Hong Kong and Europe

    Spinal Elements announces FDA clearance of Ti-Bond titanium coating as a...

    Southlake Equity leads Series B round of financing to prime Titan...

    Dedicated surgical teams improve quality, safety and value in surgery for...

    Wellness

    International interest in physician wellness escalates

    Virginie Lafage

    Clinical benefits of minimally invasive spinal fusion appear to “diminish” as...

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    Wearable devices utilising augmented reality will “disrupt the surgical landscape”

    Tetrafuse

    RTI Surgical wins 2018 Orthopedics This Week spine technology award for...

    NuVasive

    NuVasive announces strategic partnership with Biedermann Technologies to access intellectual property

    How Cyclists get spinal injuries

    A worrying trend in the spine centre referrals of cyclists

    NURTURE

    New data show Spinraza beneficial in the treatment of spinal muscular...

    Medtronic

    Medtronic launches the Infinity OCT spinal system

    market

    Spinal implants market to exceed US$19.5 billion by 2024

    Medtronic Mazor

    Medtronic to acquire Mazor robotics

    Virtual

    ImmersiveTouch launches the first virtual reality integrated suite for surgical planning

    Augmented reality surgical navigation technology enables high accuracy pedicle screw placement

    DePuy Synthes expands spine portfolio with nerve assessment platform designed to...

    CoreLink announces the launch of articulating expandable posterior lumbar system: FLXfit15

    Senza

    Nevro receives TGA approval for Senza II spinal cord stimulation system...

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    J&J acquires 3D-printed spinal implant maker EIT

    Benvenue Medical

    Benvenue Medical completes divestiture of its vertebral augmentation systems portfolio

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    Surgeons call for ban on pedicle screw reuse and demand two-step...

    Invuity announces definitive agreement to be acquired by Stryker

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    Spinal injuries in suicidal jumpers “differ in many aspects” to non-suicidal...

    New positive commercial payor policy covering coflex for the surgical treatment...

    TirboLOX

    Captiva Spine’s TirboLOX-L 3D printed titanium lumbar cages receives FDA clearance

    St. Mary’s Medical Center selected to study use of Tops System

    Mexico

    EOS imaging installs its first site in Mexico

    NURTURE

    NICE draft guidance ‘minded no’ for access to Spinraza for SMA...

    Sphynx

    FDA approval granted for Eden Spine’s Sphynx

    France’s national healthcare system establishes exclusive positive coverage for the triangular...

    NuVasive

    NuVasive unveils spine’s first integrated surgical automation platform

    Quality

    Quality of life after spinal cord injury: Having independent mobility makes...

    New therapy spurs nerve fibres to regrow through scar tissue and...

    NURTURE

    Spinal Muscular Atrophy drug may be effective if started later than...

    K2M

    Stryker announces definitive agreement to acquire K2M

    A novel approach to complex spinal surgeries: The successful use of...

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    Recent findings contradict the common recommendation to rapidly lose weight prior...

    Siemens Healthcare and NuVasive

    NuVasive and Siemens Healthcare to partner on new spine imaging and...

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    Phase II proof-of-concept clinical study of Namilumab for ankylosing spondylitis initiated

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    Back to back surgeries safe: Second scoliosis surgery of the day...

    Cayman

    K2M receives FDA clearance for Cayman United Plate System

    Simplify Disc

    First patient enrolled in clinical trial evaluating the Simplify artificial cervical...

    Viscogliosi

    Bioventus enters into definitive agreement to divest BMP development programme to...

    IDE

    Cerapedics announces first patients enrolled in IDE clinical trial of P-15L...

    Immune

    The first immune-evasive gene therapy used to treat spinal cord injury...

    concorde

    DePuy Synthes launches Concorde Lift expandable interbody implant for minimally invasive...

    curve

    The amount of curve correction matters for achieving balanced shoulders in...

    reline

    Next generation Reline system launches

    nanotechnology

    FDA clears first nanotechnology PEEK devices for spinal intervertebral fusion

    financing

    Cerapedics announces closing of US$22 million financing

    NuVasive

    Research highlights the importance of spinal alignment in all, not just...

    Mainstay Medical announces the completion of all implants in the ReActiv8-B...

    Online reviews of spine surgeons—staff and office factors may negatively affect...

    Mexico

    20th University Hospital Centre to receive EOS imaging system

    LifeSciences

    FDA clearance granted for Hive-C cervical interbody devices

    Infection

    Scientists are taking inspiration from dragonfly wings to combat orthopaedic surgical...

    Centerline

    First robotically assisted surgeries with Centerline cortical screw and Prolift expandable spacer...

    Research paves way for novel therapy to treat osteoporosis

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    Use of i-FACTOR peptide enhanced bone graft more than doubles fusion...

    Tesera

    Renovis Surgical receives FDA clearance for Tesera Trabecular Technology Hyperlordotic ALIF...

    Taltz Eli Lilly and Company

    Positive top-line results for second phase 3 study of Taltz in...

    Mexico

    First private practice installation of an EOS system in Germany

    Deformity Gupta GSC 2018

    Children with severe spinal deformity at high risk of revision surgery

    FDA A-CIFT SoloFuse HA standalone system

    SpineFrontier receives FDA approval for A-CIFT SoloFuse HA standalone system

    One in five UK doctors say understaffing has affected patient safety

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    Back Pain Centers of America launches free e-book for patients considering...

    NASS Spine Registry

    NASS launches multidisciplinary Spine Registry to “Collect, measure, care”

    First patented single implant sacroiliac joint fusion system receives FDA clearance

    Bone cement solution indicated for treating sacral fractures granted FDA approval

    First porous PEEK spinal implant clinical study validates its use in...

    Opioid dependence in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis more likely to occur...

    TriStar Centennial Medical Center acquires the first Levó head positioning system

    Mexico

    EOS imaging launches new EOSone private practice programme

    icotec receives FDA clearance to market BlackArmor® Carbon/PEEK interbody cages

    Many surgeons do not use patient-reported outcome measures in spine care

    Novel approach proves mixed reality is a feasible option for future...

    A hydrogel restores breathing after spinal cord injury in animal models

    Fortilink-TS and –L IBF systems with TETRAfuse 3D technology launches commercially

    Factors predicting survival and external validation of 8 prognostic scoring systems...

    Sustained use of opioids before spine surgery increases risk of continued...

    European Commission approves Prolia for patients with glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis

    CoreLink acquires medical device company Expanding Orthopedics

    Looks do matter—patients claim what doctors wear is important

    Paradigm Spine announces NASS coverage policy recommendation for coflex interlaminar stabilisation

    Spine surgery products market will value $16.7 billion by 2025

    Paradigm Spine receives FDA pre-market approval (PMA) for first of its...

    CIMZIA effective in treating axial spondyloarthritis patients

    Europe braces for harder times in medical device innovation while US...

    Experimental drug restores some bladder function after spinal cord injury

    Rampart One standard ALIF interbody fusion system gains FDA clearance for...

    FDA 510(k) clearance for cervical and lumbar HA PEEK interbody...

    Pivotal clinical trial demonstrates superiority of anular closure compared to standard...

    Camber Spine announces 510(k) approval of ENZA-A titanium ALIF

    Amgen receives positive CHMP opinion to expand use of Prolia (denosumab)...

    Stem cells

    NSI-566 stem cell therapy confers neurological improvement in spinal cord injury...

    Researchers launch study to measure effects of new rheumatologic agent

    More than 15% of osteoporosis patients who take drug holidays suffer...

    Revolutionary robotic treatment for patients with spinal cord injuries now available...

    Surgeons develop a new screening measurement for cervical stenosis in NFL...

    New spinal stimulation technology more effective in reducing pain in patients...

    Spinal anaesthesia safe for high-risk lumbar spinal surgery patients

    Preliminary study suggests drug may help infants with Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    Chronic opioids linked to increased complications after spinal fusion surgery

    Surgeons’ procedural choices have strong influence on risk of distal junctional...

    Low complication rate in percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy via an interlaminar...

    Recovery rates lower and postoperative residual symptoms significantly worsen with age...

    Mexico

    EOS imaging announces new EOS system installations in two US private...

    Bracing superior to exercise for treating spinal curvature in AIS patients,...

    Zimmer Biomet announces 510(k) clearance for Zyston strut open titanium interbody...

    Human vs. robot: Robotic-guided S2AI screw placement “safe, accurate, reliable” in...

    National Scoliosis Center founder Luke Stikeleather named president of Scoliosis Society

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine announces line extension of PRO-LINK titanium stand-alone cervical spacer...

    Novel endoscopic transforaminal decompression and fusion with VariLift-LX described

    Los Angeles spine surgeon Todd H Lanman earns ‘Leader in Health...

    Reprogrammed stem cell-derived neurons survive long-term in pigs with spinal cord...

    In a break with dogma, myelin boosts neuron growth in spinal...

    Expanded commercial release of Clutch interspinous process device

    VERTOS IV raises doubts about vertebroplasty

    A neurosurgeon’s perspective on Michael Jackson’s gravity-defying Smooth Criminal tilt

    Immediate restoration of voluntary movement with epidural spinal cord stimulation in...

    Change in policy allowing overlapping surgery decreases length of stay in...

    Scientists map key brain-to-spinal cord nerve connections for voluntary movement

    Few patients maximise opioid-sparing medications after orthopaedic surgery

    IDCT

    First patient treated in US clinical trial of IDCT for degenerative...

    FDA approval for Infuse Bone Graft in expanded spinal surgery indications

    Auto-registration more clinically accurate than point-to-point registration in navigation assisted spinal...

    NURTURE

    Scotland leads the way in approval of first licensed treatment for...

    Mexico

    EOS imaging announces 15th installation in Australia

    Endangered salamander offers clues on healing spinal cord injury

    For heavy lifting, use exoskeletons with caution

    First dynamic spine brace—the robotic spine exoskeleton—characterises spinal deformities

    Neurokinex Kids paediatric rehabilitation facility opens in Crawley, UK

    Belgian surgeon Marek Szpalski named ISASS president 2018—2019

    IDCT

    Preclinical studies of a non-invasive cell therapy for DDD highlight its...

    Disability scores improve for all patients undergoing surgery with a Luna...

    Stryker spine division’s Tritanium C anterior cervical cage gains momentum with...

    Gauthier Biomedical announces 510(k) FDA approval to market Intellitorq

    Therapeutic Goods Administration requests additional clinical data on Mainstay Medical’s ReActiv8

    First clinical use of SENTRY 2 lateral plating system announced by...

    RTI Surgical reaches global milestone of providing 8 million biologic implants...

    CTL Medical gains FDA clearance for Seurat Universal pedicle screw

    SpinalCyte announces MRI evidence of disc regeneration following phase 1/phase 2...

    CTL Medical secures FDA approval for its MATISSE Titanium-PEEK ACIF cage...

    Nuvasive

    Research shows NuVasive porous PEEK structure maintains high porosity after impaction

    Scoliosis Research Society collaborates with corporate partners and International Spine Study...

    Study validates software tool to assess mortality risk in older patients...

    Intervertebral disc narrowing greater in women than men in an elderly...

    Cerapedics receives FDA approval to initiate IDE study of P-15L bone...

    Helmet use is associated with a reduced risk of cervical spine...

    Brain capillaries trigger spinal motor neurons to develop

    Camber Spine Technologies announces first 100 implantations of SPIRA-C Open Matrix...

    Spineology completes enrollment in IDE trial for mesh fusion implant

    Could an injection replace surgery for osteoarthritis patients?

    Experimental therapy restores nerve insulation damaged by autoimmune disease

    SPINRAZA responsible for improved motor function in later-onset SMA sufferers

    New algorithm decodes spine oncology treatment

    Taltz Eli Lilly and Company

    Lilly announces positive top-line Phase 3 results for Taltz in Ankylosing...

    Durability and sustainability of decompression procedures extended with coflex

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    EOS imaging announces new installation in a top-ranking speciality orthopaedic hospital in...

    Simplify Medical closes additional US$23.25 million in second tranche of series...

    Bioventus to co-develop next generation bone allograft with LifeLink

    Biogen optimistic that the first treatment for spinal muscular atrophy is...

    Astura Medical announces initial cases and full commercial release for Bridalveil...

    FDA releases final rule on acceptance of data from clinical investigations...

    Nerve networks for walking originated in ancient fish

    Orthofix announces 510(k) clearance and US limited market launch of FORZA...