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Onward Medical awarded US FDA Breakthrough Device designation for ARC-BCI system
1st March 2024
Nanomedicine may help deliver targeted therapy for spinal cord injury
22nd February 2024
Theradaptive secures US FDA approval to begin enrolment in Phase I/II OASIS feasibility...
8th February 2024
Boston’s WaveWriter SCS systems gain expanded non-surgical back pain indication from US FDA
6th February 2024
Study indicates benefits of switching from microscope to 3D exoscope in spine surgery
30th January 2024
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Medtronic announces trial data on closed-loop and DTM SCS therapies at...
24th January 2024
Boston Scientific announces positive WaveWriter SCS findings from SOLIS trial
22nd January 2024
Nevro to highlight 25 scientific abstracts on spinal cord stimulation at...
18th January 2024
Saluda announces plans to present new EVOKE study data at NANS...
17th January 2024
3Spine announces completion of US FDA clinical trial enrolment
11th January 2024
SynerFuse appoints Rohan Lall as chief medical officer
8th January 2024
Cerapedics files final module of PMA application for new P-15 peptide...
4th January 2024
Washington state “poised” to extend spinal cord stimulation coverage following straw...
19th December 2023
ZimVie announces compatibility between Vital spinal fixation system and Brainlab’s Spine...
18th December 2023
Providence publishes 91% revision success rate in failed ACDF patients
13th December 2023
SpineX close to full recruitment for SCONE clinical trial
12th December 2023
Spineway announces international rollout of VEOS range including first implants in...
11th December 2023
Nevro announces acquisition of Vyrsa Technologies
8th December 2023
PathKeeper heralds first spine surgery performed with company’s 3D optical navigation...
7th December 2023
Nalu announces positive results from spinal cord stimulation nPower US clinical...
5th December 2023
CTL Amedica’s Monet ACIF system approved for use in Mexico
29th November 2023
Death rates after spinal fusion and other surgeries “similar” regardless of...
24th November 2023
Nevro announces “profound improvements” in non-surgical refractory back pain patients treated...
23rd November 2023
Boston Scientific expands neuromodulation portfolio with Relievant Medsystems acquisition
21st November 2023
SpineX announces new report on SCS improving bladder function in stroke...
10th November 2023
Medical necessity “should drive all remote monitoring decisions” in SCS, expert...
7th November 2023
ZimVie announces first US surgery with 4.5mm Mobi-C cervical disc
1st November 2023
Ulrich announces full US commercial launch of Momentum MIS posterior spinal...
30th October 2023
Mirus announces US FDA 510(k) clearance for MoRe low-profile plating systems
26th October 2023
NovApproach launches OneLIF interbody fusion device at NASS 2023
25th October 2023
Silony Medical completes acquisition of Centinel Spine’s Global Fusion Business
24th October 2023
Zoher Ghogawala named president of North American Spine Society
23rd October 2023
Cerapedics announces long-term data from pivotal study of i-FACTOR bone graft
19th October 2023
SynerFuse completes enrolment in proof-of-concept study
18th October 2023
Joimax launches new iLESSYS biportal interlaminar endoscopic surgical system
17th October 2023
Stryker announces more than 2,400 spinal cases in first year with...
16th October 2023
Boston receives expanded US FDA approval of SCS therapy for painful...
12th October 2023
Retrospective study finds decreasing rate of spinal immobilisation treatment in prehospital...
11th October 2023
Vuze Medical to showcase second-generation MISS system at NASS 2023 following...
10th October 2023
Biotronik announces new data supporting effectiveness of RESONANCE multiphase stimulation paradigm
6th October 2023
NANS leads multi-society response to “methodologically flawed” SCS re-review in Washington...
4th October 2023
4WEB Medical receives 510(k) clearance to market new integrated cervical plate
3rd October 2023
Preventing spinal cord ischaemia: Novel techniques for direct segmental artery revascularisation...
2nd October 2023
Carlsmed gains US FDA Breakthrough Device designation for Aprevo technology
29th September 2023
Saluda receives US FDA approval for MRI labelling of Evoke spinal...
28th September 2023
Onward announces first-in-human implant of ARC-IM stimulator with wireless BCI device
27th September 2023
ChoiceSpine announces standalone indication for Blackhawk Ti 3D-printed cervical spacer system
26th September 2023
SpineGuard announces presentation of data indicating 100% success rate with DSG...
25th September 2023
Nevro announces new data demonstrating health economic benefits of 10kHz SCS...
22nd September 2023
Boston Scientific to expand neuromodulation portfolio with Relievant Medsystems acquisition
19th September 2023
Studies indicate workers’ compensation patients fare worse than counterparts following lumbar...
8th September 2023
Astura announces initial case and full commercial release for El Capitan...
7th September 2023
UK MHRA adds capacity for medical device certification
30th August 2023
Medtronic receives CE-mark approval for Inceptiv closed-loop SCS to treat chronic...
29th August 2023
Wenzel Spine receives US FDA clearance expanding clinical indications for primaLOK...
25th August 2023
Viseon announces commercial rollout, initial clinical use of 4K MaxView system
17th August 2023
Health economic data show cost-dominance of Saluda’s EVOKE system over open-loop...
15th August 2023
Ilika and Cirtec Medical partner on the manufacture and commercialisation of...
7th August 2023
‘Intelligent suit’ supported by AI and electrical stimulation could enhance spinal...
25th July 2023
NeuroSolv seeks to expand development and approval of novel spinal cord...
17th July 2023
Stryker announces commercial launch of Q guidance system with cranial guidance...
12th July 2023
First SynerFuse procedure performed by solo surgeon in two-level spinal fusion...
29th June 2023
Cochrane Library urged to retract and revise recent SCS review over...
22nd June 2023
US FDA seeks to “modernise” clinical trials with new draft guidance
7th June 2023
Amazon executive joins Medtronic to spearhead development in robotics and implantables
2nd June 2023
Brain-computer interface plus SCS therapy enables thought-controlled walking after spinal cord...
30th May 2023
Abbott gains US FDA nod to treat non-surgical back pain with...
18th May 2023
SynerFuse announces presentation of IDE proof-of-concept study data
30th April 2023
Biotronik announces US FDA approval of Prospera spinal cord stimulation system
25th April 2023
Review concludes SCS benefits do not outweigh associated risks and costs...
4th April 2023
Synaptive announces US and Canadian availability of Modus X
30th March 2023
US Department of Defense grants University of Miami researcher $3.25 million...
29th March 2023
Pulsed radiofrequency with steroid injection brings sciatica relief
28th March 2023
Woven Orthopedic Technologies granted 510(k) clearance for Ogmend implant enhancement system
28th March 2023
NeuroOne completes initial animal implant of thin-film paddle lead for spinal...
27th March 2023
Accelus announces FDA 510(k) clearance of Remi robotic navigation system for...
24th March 2023
Porous 3D-printed interbody cages associated with lower rates of subsidence compared...
23rd March 2023
Expanding Innovations bags FDA approval for X-PAC expandable lateral cage system
23rd March 2023
Neurosurgeons and orthopaedic spine surgeons provide similar results regardless of spine...
22nd March 2023
UK MHRA awarded £10 million to fast-track patient access to medical...
21st March 2023
Risk factors for same-site recurrent disc herniation include smoking and preoperative...
20th March 2023
First patient enrolled in trial comparing Nimbus radiofrequency ablation device to...
17th March 2023
High-frequency spinal cord stimulation may be associated with “significant decrease” in...
16th March 2023
INSPIRE 2.0 acute spinal cord injury study fails to achieve primary...
15th March 2023
NuVasive celebrates 20-year milestone of the XLIF procedure
14th March 2023
Nevro announces full US market launch of HFX iQ spinal cord...
13th March 2023
Telemedicine satisfaction and usage remains high for spine patients post lockdown
10th March 2023
New meta-analysis indicates no benefit of adding instrumented fusion to decompression...
9th March 2023
Surgeons fail to hit preoperative sagittal alignment goals in roughly a...
8th March 2023
EU ministers approve changes to MDR transition timetable
7th March 2023
TOPS facet joint replacement demonstrates significant improvements versus fusion in IDE...
7th March 2023
Spinal cord stimulation found to “instantly improve” post-stroke arm and hand...
6th March 2023
Aurora Spine receives IRB approval to commence multicentre study for DEXA-C...
3rd March 2023
Xtant Medical acquires new product lines from Surgalign in US$17 million...
2nd March 2023
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome associated with higher medical and surgical complications following ACDF
28th February 2023
Increasing demand for posterior spinal fusion procedures will strain healthcare systems,...
23rd February 2023
Combined flexion and compression negatively impact the mechanical integrity of the...
22nd February 2023
Centinel Spine announces 500th procedure with prodisc C Vivo and prodisc...
20th February 2023
Curiteva announces FDA 510(k) clearance for Inspire 3D porous PEEK HAFUSE...
17th February 2023
Ulrich medical USA announces first percutaneous spine case for Momentum minimally...
16th February 2023
SCS therapies can play a role in cancer-related pain treatment despite...
15th February 2023
NuVasive and Globus Medical announce merger
14th February 2023
Spinal Elements appoints Ron Lloyd as president and chief executive officer
13th February 2023
New research highlights risk factors of medical malpractice litigation due to...
10th February 2023
Vertebral Bone Quality Score a strong predictor of pedicle screw loosening...
10th February 2023
Boston Scientific announces three-month data from SOLIS trial at NANS
9th February 2023
High preoperative expectations of decompression plus fusion for lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis
8th February 2023
DiscGenics receives FDA RMAT designation for IDCT for degenerative disc disease
7th February 2023
Augmedics reveals 3,000 patient milestone for xvision spine system
6th February 2023
New CPT code now effective for second level of lumbar total...
3rd February 2023
icotec receives FDA clearance for its Ø 4.5mm VADER pedicle screws
2nd February 2023
FDA approves Abbott’s spinal cord stimulation system for those with painful...
1st February 2023
Companion Spine acquires Backbone SAS
31st January 2023
Orthofix announces full commercial launch and first cases of Mariner deformity...
30th January 2023
Norwegian study shows equivalent clinical outcomes between public and private hospitals...
27th January 2023
Lateral single position surgery offers similar outcomes to circumferential anterior-posterior fusion,...
26th January 2023
Newborn screening for SMA leads to more children being able to...
25th January 2023
Astura Medical receives FDA 510(k) clearance for El Capitan X expandable...
24th January 2023
Abbott presents new data on streamlining patient-reported measures, BurstDR and more...
23rd January 2023
VySpine receives FDA clearance for LumiVy NanoVy Ti Lumbar IBF system
20th January 2023
Saluda Medical announces presentation of 36-month EVOKE trial data at NANS...
19th January 2023
Unilateral pedicle screw fixation as effective as bilateral for TLIF, new...
18th January 2023
Life Spine announces first surgical cases of ARx spinal fixation system
17th January 2023
SynerFuse announces “milestone” solo spine surgeon procedure in DRG stimulation study
16th January 2023
New study highlights outcomes of cervicothoracic junction instrumentation following separation surgery...
13th January 2023
NanoHive receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Hive standalone cervical system
12th January 2023
Decompression alone and decompression with fusion offer similar outcomes for patients...
11th January 2023
Surglasses receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Caduceus S AR spine navigation...
10th January 2023
SI-Bone announces FDA clearance for expanded rod compatibility with the iFuse...
9th January 2023
Orthofix and SeaSpine complete merger
6th January 2023
Empirical Spine completes full premarket approval submission to FDA for LimiFlex...
4th January 2023
Abbott launches Eterna spinal cord stimulation system for the treatment of...
3rd January 2023
CAVUX facet fixation system granted FDA approval for the treatment of...
22nd December 2022
Saluda Medical initiates US commercialisation of the Evoke spinal cord stimulation...
20th December 2022
TruLift lateral expandable spacer system and lateral plate system granted FDA...
19th December 2022
Postoperative wound drains not recommended in some patients undergoing posterior spinal...
16th December 2022
Top US spinal organisations launch new Coalition for Spine Health
15th December 2022
Non-pharmacological interventions more beneficial for patients with chronic low back pain...
14th December 2022
HAPPE Spine announces Andrew Iott as president and CEO
13th December 2022
EU Commission to propose delay to MDR implementation
12th December 2022
VYRSA Technologies announces worldwide launch of VYRSA V1 SI fusion system
5th December 2022
Posterior surgery non-inferior to anterior surgery for cervical foraminal radiculopathy patients,...
1st December 2022
Swiss parliament votes to accept US FDA-approved medical devices
30th November 2022
Type of cervical disc herniation on MRI does not correlate with...
30th November 2022
Insurance plan affects access to and timeliness of surgery for patients...
29th November 2022
Rosies Base signs research agreement with SpineCraft for next-generation spinal implants
28th November 2022
Accelus announces 15,000 FlareHawk implantation milestone
25th November 2022
Onward awarded grant to continue developing Brain-Computer Interface technology
24th November 2022
ChoiceSpine announces line extension of their Harrier standalone ALIF system
23rd November 2022
Implanet partners with Sanyou Medical in China
22nd November 2022
Globus Medical partners with NHS to provide hospitals with surgical robotic...
21st November 2022
Smoking does not significantly increase risk of adverse events within 90...
18th November 2022
Expert consensus lacking on treatment of degenerative spondylolisthesis
17th November 2022
Spinal Stabilization Technologies announces start of LOPAIN2 clinical trial for lumbar...
16th November 2022
COMPaSS personalised spine surgery study begins enrolment
15th November 2022
Centinel Spine announces first commercial use of prodisc C SK cervical...
14th November 2022
UC San Diego Health awarded advanced certification in spine surgery
11th November 2022
One-year data from TOPS IDE trial show significant improvement in all...
10th November 2022
First patients implanted with Orthofix’s Legacy Demineralised Bone Matrix
10th November 2022
AR has the potential to improve workflow for minimally invasive transforaminal...
9th November 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the Mariner MIS Wayfinder system
9th November 2022
Life Spine announces first surgical cases of the ProLift micro endoscopic...
8th November 2022
NuVasive launches Tube System and Excavation Micro for posterior spine surgery
8th November 2022
Accelus announces FDA clearance for Remi robotic navigation system software update
7th November 2022
Nevro announces US FDA approval of HFX iQ system to personalise...
7th November 2022
Centinel Spine announces prodisc C Vivo cervical total disc replacement milestone
4th November 2022
Spinal cord burst stimulation provides no significant benefit compared with placebo,...
3rd November 2022
Spinal implant firm raises £10.8 million after successful product release
3rd November 2022
EUROSPINE 2022: Short course of physiotherapy increases likelihood of self-perceived improvement...
2nd November 2022
Ulrich Medical USA receives 510(k) clearance for Flux-C 3D implant
2nd November 2022
EUROSPINE 2022: Prior knowledge of preoperative scores impacts postoperative PROMs for...
1st November 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the 7D FLASH navigation system...
1st November 2022
Genesys Spine announces first patients enrolled in the SIros lateral sacroiliac...
31st October 2022
DePuy Synthes receives FDA clearance for TELIGEN system
31st October 2022
Graded sensorimotor retraining can help improve pain intensity for chronic low...
27th October 2022
NASS 2022: Robotic and navigational assistance is cost-effective for minimally-invasive adult...
21st October 2022
NASS 2022: Baseline quantitative MRI can predict probability of deterioration and...
21st October 2022
ONWARD reveals positive topline results of LIFT Home study
20th October 2022
NASS 2022: Erector spinae plane block safe and effective for posterior...
19th October 2022
CTL Amedica gains FDA clearance for MONDRIAN ALIF cage system with...
19th October 2022
NASS 2022: Percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic discectomy a more cost-effective treatment than...
18th October 2022
Point Robotics’ handheld spine surgery robot granted 510(k) clearance
18th October 2022
Philips expands rollout of its ClarifEye augmented reality surgical navigation solution...
17th October 2022
Stryker launches Monterey AL interbody system
17th October 2022
ROTAIO cervical disc prosthesis a safe and effective treatment option for...
14th October 2022
Life Spine announces FDA 510(k) clearance for its GHOST 3D-printed titanium...
14th October 2022
New study highlights key factors affecting return to work after surgery...
13th October 2022
Orthofix and SeaSpine announce merger
13th October 2022
Unilateral pedicle screw fixation with TLIF can achieve similar results to...
12th October 2022
HAPPE Spine announces additional patents for hydroxyapatite porous polyetheretherketone devices
12th October 2022
Upadacitinib ‘safe and effective’ for the treatment of active non-radiographic axial...
11th October 2022
SpineX demonstrates novel technology to treat children with cerebral palsy
11th October 2022
Aurora Spine receives FDA clearance for its SiLO TFX MIS sacroiliac...
10th October 2022
Stryker launches Q Guidance System with Spine Guidance Software
7th October 2022
SpineGuard and Omnia Medical announce strategic alliance for adult spine surgery...
7th October 2022
Spine BioPharma announces first patient treated in US Phase 3 clinical...
6th October 2022
Ventris Medical receives 510(k) clearance for Amplify standalone bone graft putty...
6th October 2022
Long-term curve progression of idiopathic scoliosis: 40-year follow-up
5th October 2022
RevBio receives NIH grant to explore the treatment of VCFs with...
5th October 2022
SRS 2022: Technology can help transform scoliosis patient data extraction from...
4th October 2022
First commercial use of prodisc C Vivo in Western US
4th October 2022
SRS 2022: Preoperative carbohydrate drink can benefit paediatric spinal fusion patients
3rd October 2022
CTL Amedica bags Taiwanese regulatory approval for MATISSE ACIF cage system
3rd October 2022
NuVasive launches Reline Cervical for posterior cervical fusion
30th September 2022
Synergy Spine Solutions and Ortho Consulting Group extend strategic partnership to...
30th September 2022
SRS 2022: Use of high-dose tranexamic acid not associated with higher...
29th September 2022
Stryker receives FDA clearance for OptaBlate bone tumour ablation system
29th September 2022
Scoliosis Research Society unveils its first female president
28th September 2022
Surgalign expands Fortilink product line
27th September 2022
Spinopelvic alignment should influence treatment option of grade I degenerative spondylolisthesis...
26th September 2022
Reducing intraoperative cone beam CT radiation dose does not increase risk...
22nd September 2022
Timing of tether breakage influences clinical results after VBT
21st September 2022
Elevation Spine closes US$11 million Series B financing round
20th September 2022
New spine company focused on ambulatory surgery centres formed
16th September 2022
Altus Spine receives patent allowance of Pars Repair Device to treat...
15th September 2022
Minimally invasive surgery for spinal cerebrospinal fluid leaks “safe and effective”...
14th September 2022
Lumbar Synovial Cyst Score a “quick and accurate” tool for predicting...
14th September 2022
Augmedics celebrates completion of 2,000th xvision case
14th September 2022
Onward reports positive study results in restoring arm and hand function...
13th September 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the WaveForm TA interbody system
13th September 2022
Measures needed to combat growing incidence and burden of spinal cord...
12th September 2022
RIWOspine launches new product line
12th September 2022
AI can help determine surgical candidacy of LSS patients to comparable...
9th September 2022
ACDF offers benefits over PCLF for cervical spondylotic myelopathy but postoperative...
9th September 2022
eCential Robotics receives FDA clearance for its surgical robotic platform for...
8th September 2022
NeuraMedica receives FDA 510(k) clearance for DuraFuse dural clips
7th September 2022
Wenzel Spine launches S-LIF procedure for standalone lumbar interbody fusion
6th September 2022
Indirect decompression does not provide superior long-term benefits to direct decompression...
5th September 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Meridian anterior lumbar interbody system
5th September 2022
Gimer Medical granted IDE approval for spinal cord stimulation system
2nd September 2022
Orthofix and CGBio announce strategic partnership agreement for bone graft solutions
2nd September 2022
United Spinal Association announces new appointments to its board of directors
1st September 2022
Nexus Spine announces full commercial launch of PressON posterior lumbar fixation...
31st August 2022
Spineology launches fully endoscopic, single-tubular retractor fusion system
30th August 2022
Abbott gains US FDA approval for Proclaim Plus spinal cord stimulation...
30th August 2022
AxioMed submits final Module III to the FDA for lumbar viscoelastic...
29th August 2022
Surgalign announces FDA 510(k) clearance of the Cortera spinal fixation system
29th August 2022
Spatial distribution of fat infiltration within the paraspinal muscles a potentially...
26th August 2022
Operative treatment for adult cervical deformity offers significant improvements at three-year...
25th August 2022
No association between operation type and incidence of revision surgery for...
24th August 2022
NuVasive announces departure of chief commercial officer
24th August 2022
Zavation Medical Products receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Varisync anterior cervical...
23rd August 2022
Theragen receives patent for spine fusion bone growth stimulator with digital...
22nd August 2022
Hospital for Special Surgery appoints Sheeraz Qureshi as co-chief of spine...
19th August 2022
Kleiner Device Labs completes first surgery with KG2 Surge flow-thru interbody...
18th August 2022
VyPlate anterior cervical plate system granted FDA clearance
17th August 2022
Promising results associated with sacroiliac joint fusion for patients with lower...
16th August 2022
joimax expands distribution in China
15th August 2022
Orthofix announces first clinical use of Virtuos lyograft autograft substitute
12th August 2022
Duration of preoperative pain linked to chronic opioid use after adult...
11th August 2022
Researchers discover neural plastic changes that improve functional recovery after cervical...
10th August 2022
Wenzel Spine announces first awake spinal fusion using VariLift-LX
9th August 2022
Nexus Spine announces beta launch of Stable-C cervical interbody system with...
8th August 2022
SATURN study highlights favourable outcomes for NeuorAiD in spinal cord injury...
5th August 2022
First commercial cases using the Karma MIS system performed
4th August 2022
Nexxt Spine reveals early clinical evidence and completes enrolment for Nexxt...
3rd August 2022
Spiderwort secures US$13.2 million in Series A financing
2nd August 2022
Systemic problems rather than patient-physician relationship most likely reason for racial...
1st August 2022
NuVasive porous titanium interbody implant and synthetic bone graft substitute a...
29th July 2022
VisAR augmented reality guidance system achieves promising results in spine surgery...
29th July 2022
Routine use of antibiotics after spine surgery may not be warranted
28th July 2022
Centinel Spine announces full commercial launch of FORTOS-C anterior cervical plating...
27th July 2022
Saluda Medical presents data on 24-month holistic response to spinal cord...
27th July 2022
Staged surgery and simultaneous surgery associated with similar outcomes for patients...
26th July 2022
Altus Spine agrees private label partnership with Nanovis Spine
26th July 2022
RECODE-DCM: Global consensus reached on degenerative cervical myelopathy as single unifying...
25th July 2022
Aurora Spine bags FDA lumbar spinal stenosis indication clearance for ZIP...
25th July 2022
Oligodendrocyte progenitor cells can be safely administered to patients in the...
22nd July 2022
Waypoint Orthopedics submits FDA 510(k) application for Waypoint GPS system
22nd July 2022
No real benefit for rigid thoracolumbar orthosis over elastic lumbar support...
21st July 2022
LimiFlex Dynamic Sagittal Tether moves one step closer to commercial launch
21st July 2022
Further three prodisc cervical total disc replacement devices granted FDA approval
20th July 2022
Tritanium posterior lumbar cage an ‘effective alternative’ to PEEK cages for...
20th July 2022
IDE study data demonstrate significant benefits of M6-C artificial cervical disc...
19th July 2022
Medtronic receives FDA clearance for next-generation UNiD Spine Analyzer
19th July 2022
Racial and socioeconomic disparities affect postoperative outcomes for spine surgery patients
18th July 2022
Cutting Edge Spine announces received FDA 510(k) clearance of T-FIX 3DSI...
15th July 2022
First US surgeries performed in BalancedBack total joint replacement IDE trial
14th July 2022
BioRestorative Therapies enrols first patient in chronic lumbar disc disease trial
13th July 2022
AlloSource launches new micro fibres demineralised bone allograft for spine procedures
13th July 2022
High-frequency SCS demonstrates “substantial improvement” in health-related quality of life outcomes
12th July 2022
Meta-analysis highlights benefits of spinal manipulative therapy for older adults with...
12th July 2022
Novel supine correction index helps predict brace outcomes in adolescent idiopathic...
11th July 2022
Oxford Performance Materials and Fuse Medical join forces to develop new...
11th July 2022
Cannabis use associated with increased use of prescription opioids following posterior...
8th July 2022
First surgeries using SureMAX-SA standalone cervical spacer conducted
8th July 2022
Insurance type associated with differing patient-reported outcomes in those with lumbar...
7th July 2022
SpineX announces first patient enrolment in SCONE clinical trial
7th July 2022
Study suggests hereditary link for adolescent spinal deformity
6th July 2022
Enrolment completed in ONWARD’s LIFT Home study
6th July 2022
Xenco Medical launches Multilevel CerviKit
5th July 2022
Early study suggests novel, injectable gel may greatly reduce chronic low...
4th July 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of WaveForm C 3D-printed interbody system
4th July 2022
Theradaptive secures breakthrough device designation for spinal fusion implant
1st July 2022
SI-Bone receives FDA 510(k) clearance for iFuse Bedrock Granite
30th June 2022
SMAIO receives FDA 510(k) clearance for K-rod range
30th June 2022
Surgical decompression provides significant improvement to patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy...
29th June 2022
3D augmented reality surgical navigation system achieves FDA approval for precision...
29th June 2022
Revision discectomy associated with higher rates of subsequent lumbar fusion than...
28th June 2022
NGMedical launches ART spinal fixation system
28th June 2022
Roger Härtl named AANS Humanitarian of the Year
27th June 2022
Inspired Spine hits 1,500 oblique lateral lumbar interbody fusion procedure milestone
27th June 2022
eCential Robotics and ChoiceSpine announce long-term partnership to enhance robotic spine...
24th June 2022
3Spine granted investigational device exemption approval
23rd June 2022
Nexxt Spine receives United States patent award
23rd June 2022
High responder rates, substantial pain relief and no explants among key...
22nd June 2022
Altus Spine announces FDA clearance of Sochi OCT system
21st June 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the WaveForm TO 3D-printed interbody...
20th June 2022
Zavation bags FDA 510(k) clearance for eZspand Lateral cage
20th June 2022
GSC 2022: Heavier patients at greater risk of infection after spinal...
17th June 2022
GSC 2022: Stereotactic body radiotherapy associated with better local control and...
16th June 2022
SMAIO receives FDA 510(k) clearance for its Balance Analyzer 3D surgery...
16th June 2022
GSC 2022: Expert consensus reached on clinical application of lateral lumbar...
15th June 2022
First surgeries using Excelsius3D performed
15th June 2022
InVivo Therapeutics announces full enrolment for INSPIRE 2.0 acute spinal cord...
14th June 2022
Aurora Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for its DEXA SOLO-L ALIF...
14th June 2022
Camber Spine’s SPIRA-P and SPIRA-T devices enter full national launch mode
8th June 2022
Viseon hits 1,000 case milestone with MaxView imaging platform
8th June 2022
3Spine appoints Pierce Nunley to medical advisory board
7th June 2022
Altus Spine announces FDA clearance of Monaco HA pedicle screw system
7th June 2022
Stryker receives FDA clearance for Q Guidance System
6th June 2022
Accelus receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for its Toro-L interbody fusion...
1st June 2022
High curve magnitude and limited flexibility the main risk factors for...
31st May 2022
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Explorer TO expandable interbody system
31st May 2022
Yoga a promising treatment option for those with neuropathic pain due...
30th May 2022
CTL Amedica granted FDA 510(k) approval for Navigation Instrument System
30th May 2022
Telemedicine has a future in spine surgery but further evidence needed...
26th May 2022
Biogennix’s DirectCell advanced bone grafting system used in 500th case
26th May 2022
Myelopathy.org launches new website to better support those with degenerative cervical...
23rd May 2022
Carlsmed raises US$30M in Series B funding
20th May 2022
Machine learning can help predict early-onset adjacent segment degeneration following ACDF
19th May 2022
Nanox receives FDA 510(k) clearance for its AI HealthOST device
19th May 2022
Cervical artificial disc replacement associated with better functional outcomes than ACDF...
18th May 2022
ONWARD announces first-in-human use of its ARC implantable neurostimulator for spinal...
18th May 2022
CTL Amedica awarded US patent for KLIMT cage design
17th May 2022
Spinal Simplicity launches Minuteman G5 implant
13th May 2022
Operative treatment for ASD associated with significant long-term health-related quality of...
12th May 2022
Accelus launches TiHawk7 expandable interbody cage to support endoscopic and MIS...
12th May 2022
ReVivo Medical announces first ever in-human use of its cervical fusion...
11th May 2022
Wenzel Spine announces new leadership
11th May 2022
Pre-transfusion testing only necessary for select degenerative cervical spine surgery patients
10th May 2022
US National Spine Health Foundation celebrates 50-member medical and scientific board...
10th May 2022
First successful surgical procedure performed using HOLO Portal surgical guidance system
9th May 2022
OrthoSon completes £8.9m Series A financing to help develop low back...
9th May 2022
Cartilage endplate composition has a significant impact on disc degeneration
6th May 2022
ChoiceSpine launches Harrier standalone anterior lumbar interbody fusion system
6th May 2022
One in five older adults regret undergoing corrective surgery for adult...
5th May 2022
Camber Spine patents its Variant Retractor device
5th May 2022
Data show superiority of Simplify cervical disc compared to ACDF for...
4th May 2022
Empirical Spine submits PMA Module II for LimiFlex Dynamic Sagittal Tether
3rd May 2022
Medtronic names Laura Mauri as new chief scientific, medical and regulatory...
26th April 2022
IMAST 2022: Vitamin D deficiency may play a role in the...
22nd April 2022
IMAST 2022: Use of low radius of curvature implants increases the...
21st April 2022
IMAST 2022: Instrumented posterolateral fusion associated with similar patient outcomes but...
20th April 2022
Spine Innovations marks 20,000 ESP spinal disc implant milestone
20th April 2022
IMAST 2022: New research highlights high failure rates of anterior VBT...
19th April 2022
TheraCell acquired by Isto Biologics
19th April 2022
SpineGuard obtains FDA clearance for commercial release of its Threaded PediGuard...
14th April 2022
restor3d raises US$23 million to expand 3D-printed surgical solutions
13th April 2022
Astura Medical bags FDA 510(k) clearance for El Capitan Oblique ALIF...
12th April 2022
SpinaFX Medical appoints Kieran Murphy as chief medical officer
11th April 2022
BASS 2022: Vertebral augmentation can significantly shorten length of hospital stay...
8th April 2022
BASS 2022: Non-fusion anterior scoliosis correction in skeletally mature children a...
7th April 2022
BASS 2022: Early mobilisation after incidental dural tear significantly lowers risk...
6th April 2022
Spine BioPharma completes US$13m Series B financing round
5th April 2022
HAPPE Spine announces new additions to board of directors
4th April 2022
Neuroplast enrols first patient in Phase II clinical trial of Neuro-Cells...
1st April 2022
Augmedics adds former DePuy Synthes president to board of directors
31st March 2022
Routine use of screening MRI and pre-emptive treatment “not warranted” to...
30th March 2022
Biocomposites signs agreement with Zimmer Biomet to distribute new genex bone...
29th March 2022
Saluda Medical raises US$125m to boost Evoke spinal cord stimulation offering
28th March 2022
First surgical cases completed using Life Spine’s Dyna-Link titanium with barb...
25th March 2022
SurGenTec receives FDA clearance for ION screw spine fixation implant
24th March 2022
Cannabis can be an effective treatment option for back pain but...
23rd March 2022
SpineUp receives 510(k) FDA clearance for Romero cervical cages
23rd March 2022
Robot-assisted and augmented reality-assisted thoracolumbar instrumentation “advantageous for both patients and...
22nd March 2022
First participants enrolled in ONWARD’s LIFT Home study
21st March 2022
3Spine raises US$33 million in Series C funding round
18th March 2022
Multiple-modality spinal cord stimulation demonstrates sustained improvement in chronic pain outcomes
17th March 2022
Obese patients still benefit from minimally invasive surgery for adult spinal...
17th March 2022
Saluda Medical receives FDA approval for the Evoke spinal cord stimulation...
16th March 2022
Accelus announces first successful surgeries using Remi robotic navigation with LineSider...
15th March 2022
Life Spine announces first surgical case of ProLift Lateral HELO fixated
14th March 2022
VySpine announces FDA clearance for LumiVy lumbar IBF system
11th March 2022
Medtronic expands reach of AI-powered surgical video management and analytics platform
10th March 2022
VUZE Medical secures new global patents
10th March 2022
Vertebral body tethering can help prevent fusion surgery of skeletally immature...
9th March 2022
CoreLink announces FDA clearance of Fusation 3D printed cervical anchor
8th March 2022
Waypoint Orthopedics appoints Andrew Iott to board of directors
7th March 2022
Quantitative computed tomography ‘should become gold standard’ for detecting spinal osteoporosis
4th March 2022
DiscGenics reveals positive interim data of cell therapy for degenerative disc...
3rd March 2022
4WEB Medical launches new hyperlordotic lateral implant range
2nd March 2022
Underweight patients at greater risk of postoperative adverse events following stand-alone...
1st March 2022
VySpine and Oxford Performance Materials join forces to develop spinal implants
1st March 2022
Orthofix launches Opus BA for cervical and lumbar spine fusion
28th February 2022
Cerapedics completes enrolment of pivotal IDE study for P-15L bone graft
25th February 2022
Research outlines transfusion guidelines for adult spine surgery
24th February 2022
Theradaptive wins additional FDA breakthrough designation for spinal fusion implant
24th February 2022
Neo Medical closes US$20.6M financing round
22nd February 2022
Full-endoscopic transforaminal discectomy is “an effective alternative” to open microdiscectomy in...
21st February 2022
Companion Spine raises US$55 million to further develop and market its...
21st February 2022
Nevro announces publication of 12-month data on high-frequency SCS for non-surgical...
18th February 2022
First surgical procedures performed in the USA with the Jazz PF...
17th February 2022
SCS for postlaminectomy syndrome associated with minor reductions in opioid use,...
15th February 2022
No proven benefit of non-invasive electrical stimulation as adjunct to fusion
10th February 2022
AxioMed closes in on FDA approval of its lumbar viscoelastic total...
10th February 2022
ALIF offers superior outcomes to TLIF for the treatment of L5-S1...
9th February 2022
Empirical Spine inches closer to LimiFlex US launch
9th February 2022
Meta-analysis highlights benefits of reducing endotracheal tube cuff pressure following retractor...
8th February 2022
SpineGuard files 510(k) dossier for clearance of its Threaded PediGuard for...
7th February 2022
Updated medical policy expands patient access to Abbott’s DRG stimulation technology
4th February 2022
VySpine announces FDA clearance for ClariVy cervical IBF system
3rd February 2022
AO Spine launches new Guest Blog
1st February 2022
Implanting standalone expandable cages following anterior cervical corpectomy and fusion is...
31st January 2022
Bone Solutions launches injectable bone void filler
28th January 2022
FDA issues two final guidances for including patient perspectives in medical...
27th January 2022
SetBone Medical closes US$1.6 million financing round
27th January 2022
Medtronic announces FDA approval of spinal cord stimulation therapy for treating...
26th January 2022
NGMedical appoints new president and general manager of its US business
26th January 2022
Adult spinal deformity surgery associated with increased productivity and decreased work...
25th January 2022
Orthofix and nView medical announce partnership and investment agreement
24th January 2022
Surgalign receives FDA clearance for AI-driven HOLO Portal system for spine...
21st January 2022
Risdiplam associated with significant improvements in motor function in type 2...
21st January 2022
Nevro announces clinical data reinforcing significant and durable benefits of 10kHz...
21st January 2022
Vast majority of scoliosis patients who develop a major neurological deficit...
20th January 2022
Amber Implants closes US$10milliom Series A financing round
20th January 2022
VUZE system gets US FDA 510(k) clearance
19th January 2022
Whole spine MRI should be used to assess children with suspected...
19th January 2022
FDA grants StimuLux system breakthrough device designation
18th January 2022
DTM spinal cord stimulation endurance therapy associated with meaningful pain relief...
17th January 2022
First implant in integrated spinal fusion and DRG neuromodulation proof-of-concept study
14th January 2022
Inspan interspinous plate fixation device granted FDA clearance for fusion and...
13th January 2022
Nvision Biomedical Technologies and Watershed Idea Foundry launch first 3D-printed anterior...
12th January 2022
Artificial disc replacement has no long-term benefit over fusion following anterior...
11th January 2022
Orthofix appoints Thomas West to board of directors
10th January 2022
VySpine bags FDA clearance for the VySpan posterior cervical thoracic system
7th January 2022
NuVasive announces expanded indications of use for Attrax Putty
6th January 2022
Proclaim XR spinal cord stimulation system gets expanded MRI compatibility boost
5th January 2022
Postoperative neurological deficit linked to intraoperative somatosensory-evoked potential changes
4th January 2022
Increased curve flexibility is ‘strongly associated’ with increased initial in-brace correction...
23rd December 2021
Camber Spine unveils new chief medical officer
22nd December 2021
Surgical treatment for degenerative cervical myelopathy is associated with long-term improvements...
21st December 2021
Enrolment completed for Up-LIFT pivotal trial of ARC Therapy for spinal...
21st December 2021
Laminectomy plus instrumented fusion associated with higher costs and no superior...
20th December 2021
Longer-term data needed to fully assess potential superiority of minimally invasive...
16th December 2021
Spire Orthopedic Partners recruits first chief marketing officer
15th December 2021
Vertebral augmentation surgeries demonstrate positive clinical outcomes for cancer-related spinal compression...
14th December 2021
Over-the-arch technique is safe and feasible for C1 screw fixation in...
13th December 2021
Effect on leg pain is biggest factor for patients considering sciatica...
10th December 2021
Premia Spine appoints three new board advisors ahead of TOPS system...
9th December 2021
New research highlights importance of early surgery for those with chronic...
8th December 2021
Passive recharge burst spinal cord stimulation provides sustainable improvements in pain...
7th December 2021
Spine Wave launches Defender anterior cervical plate and Stronghold C 3D...
7th December 2021
Philips expands global presence of augmented reality spine navigation solution
6th December 2021
Low education and low income are “clear independent contributors” to poorer...
3rd December 2021
CoreLink announces commercial launch of CentraFix midline fixation system
3rd December 2021
Initial use of spinal manipulative therapy reduces adverse drug event risk...
30th November 2021
Meta-analysis reveals key risk factors for postoperative urinary retention following spine...
26th November 2021
First dualPortal endscopic spine procedure performed
26th November 2021
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the Admiral ACP system
25th November 2021
New bone cutting technology from Surgify gets first surgical use
25th November 2021
DePuy Synthes unveils next-generation power tool system for spine surgery
24th November 2021
Novoron Bioscience raises US$3 million to boost neuroregeneration therapy for spinal...
24th November 2021
Greater patient support needed to tackle persistent opioid usage following lumbar...
23rd November 2021
Precise blood pressure control may aid patient recovery from spinal cord...
23rd November 2021
Neuroplast secures €10 million in funding to boost clinical development of...
22nd November 2021
Theradaptive’s Osteo-Adapt SP spinal fusion implant granted FDA breakthrough device designation
22nd November 2021
Cortical bone trajectory technique shows “remarkable superiority” compared with traditional trajectory...
19th November 2021
Fewer surgical risks with robotic guidance than fluoroscopic guidance in adult...
18th November 2021
Spineart announces IDE milestone and Australian partnership
18th November 2021
New CPT add-on code accepted for second level of lumbar total...
17th November 2021
Long-term outcomes for minimally invasive TLIF in elderly patients are comparable...
16th November 2021
HSS scientist awarded $6 million in grants for disc degeneration and...
12th November 2021
Spinal Elements announces first clinical use of the Lucent 3D lumbar...
11th November 2021
Neuroplast announces successful clinical Phase I trial with Neuro-Cells stem cell...
11th November 2021
HAPPE Spine raises US$3.35 million to launch new interbody spinal fusion...
10th November 2021
Table-mounted retractors can improve operative efficiency without leading to inferior outcomes
9th November 2021
Minimally invasive spine surgery associated with significantly lower incidence of dural...
9th November 2021
Existing guidelines to change as research shows early surgical decompression following...
8th November 2021
Medtronic announces 2045 net zero emissions ambition to combat climate change
8th November 2021
Premia Spine’s Tops spinal arthroplasty system yields positive patient outcomes
8th November 2021
Erector spinae plane block is effective in reducing postoperative pain and...
4th November 2021
Early surgical decompression is recommended for patients with foot drop in...
4th November 2021
NeoSpine first to offer spinal cord stimulation for treatment of painful...
3rd November 2021
SeaSpine announces limited commercial launch of Mariner MIS Wayfinder
2nd November 2021
Bioventus looks to expand spinal reach with Misonix acquisition
1st November 2021
Study supports clinical effectiveness of STALIF C-Ti integrated interbody system
1st November 2021
Nuvasive to release VR training for lateral single-position spinal surgery
27th October 2021
Subcutaneous intrathecal catheter provides reliable administration of nusinersen for SMA patients
26th October 2021
Medtronic Canada unveils Mazor X, the first dedicated robotic spinal surgery...
26th October 2021
Improved implants, patient selection and long-term data needed to assess true...
22nd October 2021
CMS grants transitional pass-through payment for Carlsmed’s aprevo personalised interbody devices
21st October 2021
Lateral lumbar interbody fusion is associated with lower adjacent segment motion...
19th October 2021
NuVasive launches latest porous PEEK implant for posterior spine surgery
18th October 2021
Eurospine 2021: Artificial intelligence can “accurately and reliably” detect thoracolumbar fractures...
15th October 2021
Eurospine 2021: Transforaminal epidural steroid injection “should be first invasive treatment...
14th October 2021
Eurospine 2021: Surgery for adult spinal deformity is associated with long-term...
13th October 2021
Life Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for ProLift micro expandable spacer...
13th October 2021
ReVivo Medical raises $2 million for FDA-sanctioned clinical trial
12th October 2021
SpineGuard secures Brazilian clearance for DSG Connect products
8th October 2021
Amber Implants’ VCFix spinal system receives US FDA breakthrough device designation
8th October 2021
First commercial cases completed using Pulse platform
4th October 2021
Efficacy of liposomal bupivacaine in spine surgery indicated but high quality...
4th October 2021
Nexxt Spine announces commercial launch of the Nexxt Matrixx standalone cervical...
30th September 2021
Navigation in adult spinal deformity patients leads to an increased risk...
30th September 2021
Spineology unveils “first-of-its-kind” Duo Ti expandable interbody fusion procedure
29th September 2021
Joimax launches NAVENTO navigation endoscopic tower
29th September 2021
Precision Spine launches the Dakota ACDF standalone system
28th September 2021
Camber Spine launches SPIRA-P and SPIRA-T implants for national distribution
27th September 2021
Revision PCDF has lower risk of ICU stay but higher hospitalisation...
23rd September 2021
Patients experience improvement in pain during sexual activity at one year...
23rd September 2021
Biedermann Motech further expands MOSS VRS pedicle screw platform
22nd September 2021
Joimax receives FDA clearance to market 3D-printed titanium cages in the...
21st September 2021
Intelivation Technologies receives FDA approval for Advantage-C PEEK cervical interbody fusion...
20th September 2021
Spinal Elements announces full commercial launch of Luna XD and Orbit...
20th September 2021
Centinel Spine announces first international use of 3D-printed porous titanium FLX...
15th September 2021
PEEK-on-ceramic TDR is a ‘viable alternative’ to ACDF for single-level symptomatic...
10th September 2021
Study indicates increased prevalence of depression in patients with degenerative spine...
10th September 2021
Boston Scientific launches FAST—a new therapy for spinal cord stimulation
9th September 2021
Patient education and new technologies can help reduce unnecessary and costly...
9th September 2021
MiRus receives FDA clearance for IO Expandable Lumbar Interbody
7th September 2021
New study demonstrates long-term efficacy of prodisc L total disc replacement
6th September 2021
NuVasive announces new executive leadership roles
2nd September 2021
Intelivation Technologies receives FDA approval for its Golden Isles Pedicle Screw...
1st September 2021
OsteoCentric Technologies secures $30m funding
31st August 2021
Intraoperative freehand erector spinae plane block is effective and can reduce...
26th August 2021
Arthroplasty and fusion offer similar results out to five years for...
25th August 2021
Cycling accidents are the most common cause of sports-related traumatic spine...
24th August 2021
Auctus Surgical granted FDA breakthrough device designation for vertebral body tethering...
23rd August 2021
Stryker launches SurgiCount+ safety-sponge system
20th August 2021
i-FACTOR peptide enhanced bone graft is cost-effective compared to local autograft...
18th August 2021
Decompression alone is non-inferior to decompression with instrumented fusion out to...
12th August 2021
Large-scale multicentre RCT needed to fully establish optimal surgical intervention for...
10th August 2021
Bioventus announces definitive agreement to acquire Misonix
9th August 2021
Surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy leads to “significant and clinically meaningful...
6th August 2021
Camber Spine receives FDA clearance for SPIRA-P and SPIRA-T lumbar spacer...
5th August 2021
Orthofix announces first patient implant in the M6-C artificial cervical disc...
4th August 2021
IZI Medical launches Vertefix HV Cement for vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty procedures
3rd August 2021
NuVasive receives FDA clearance for Pulse platform and announces commercial launch
2nd August 2021
Significant improvements in survival and developmental milestones for Type 1 SMA...
29th July 2021
MiRus raises US$65 million for expansion of Rhenium-based devices
28th July 2021
Seven-year IDE trial results show “prolonged and significant improvements” of activL...
27th July 2021
NuVasive launches Modulus ALIF 3D-printed porous titanium implant for anterior spinal...
22nd July 2021
Nevro announces FDA approval of high-frequency SCS therapy for painful diabetic...
20th July 2021
Activity-based rehabilitation interventions are ‘effective in improving function’ in patients with...
16th July 2021
IU School of Medicine researchers discover new potential for functional recovery...
15th July 2021
Lineage set for clinical testing with OPC transplant therapy for spinal...
14th July 2021
University of Louisville and Medtronic team up to develop epidural stimulation...
13th July 2021
High BMI has ‘no significant effect’ on outcomes following minimally invasive...
9th July 2021
SeaSpine announces FDA clearance of 7D Surgical Percutaneous Spine Module
8th July 2021
ReVivo Medical announces two new spine experts to its Board Of...
6th July 2021
ZygoFix receives CE mark for its zLOCK spinal fusion system
5th July 2021
NuVasive receives CE Mark for Pulse platform and begins global clinical...
1st July 2021
New ultra-thin Inflatable spinal implants could help treat severe pain
30th June 2021
joimax launches latest iteration of Shrill Shaver Drill System
29th June 2021
Top spine surgeons release patient guide for artificial disc replacement
28th June 2021
Single-level interspinous implant has inferior patient outcomes compared to single-level laminectomy,...
25th June 2021
Evrysdi approved in Japan for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy
25th June 2021
Benefits of bioresorbable polymer scaffold ‘outweigh the risks’ in patients with...
24th June 2021
CoreLink announces FDA clearance for F3D Corpectomy Vertebral Body Replacement System
23rd June 2021
Spino Modulation granted FDA breakthrough device designation for MIScoli vertebral body...
22nd June 2021
ONWARD receives breakthrough device designation for ARC-IM platform
21st June 2021
Ultrasonic bone scalpel ‘does not reduce blood loss’ during posterior spinal...
18th June 2021
Severity of thoracic intervertebral disc degeneration increases with age
17th June 2021
Neo Medical lands FDA approval and CE certification for Pedicle Screw...
17th June 2021
Gabapentin prevents harmful structural changes in injured spinal cord of mice
16th June 2021
AO Foundation rolls out AO Global Data spine sub-registries
14th June 2021
Majority of paediatric spinal fractures related to not wearing seatbelts
11th June 2021
Medtronic bags FDA approval for Vanta implantable neurostimulator
10th June 2021
Empirical Spine closes US$10 Million Series B financing round
8th June 2021
Spectrum Spine acquires unique surface technology for spinal trauma
8th June 2021
Medtronic receives FDA clearance for patient-specific UNiD Rods
7th June 2021
Orthofix renews sponsorship of Olympic gold medalist and spine patient Laura...
1st June 2021
United Spinal Association acquires AbleThrive to better support those with spinal...
1st June 2021
Spinal Stabilization Technologies receives CE Mark and FDA breakthrough designation for...
28th May 2021
ChoiceSpine announces FDA clearance and clinical use of Blackhawk Ti cervical...
27th May 2021
Medical Devices Regulation comes into effect across the EU
26th May 2021
CUREXO expands global reach after its spinal surgery robot acquires FDA...
25th May 2021
WaveWriter Alpha Spinal Cord Stimulator System wins Best Overall Medical Device...
24th May 2021
New study demonstrates mild® procedure durability at five years
21st May 2021
Cannabis use disorder linked to increased complications after spinal surgery
19th May 2021
ISASS 2021: Positive results out to four years reported for M6-C...
18th May 2021
First patient enrolled in RCT comparing novel radiofrequency ablation device to...
18th May 2021
UC San Diego Health ‘first in region’ to utilise augmented reality...
14th May 2021
American Spine Registry expands sponsors with Medtronic addition
14th May 2021
Life Spine completes first surgical cases with TRULIFT Expandable Spacer System
14th May 2021
4WEB Medical unveils new Lumbar Spine Plating Solution
14th May 2021
Metal-on-metal artificial discs in two-level ACDR result in superior clinical outcome...
7th May 2021
Medtronic launches spinal cord stimulation therapy mobile app
6th May 2021
EDGe Surgical granted US patent for next-generation Awl-in-One Tap
5th May 2021
Cerapedics granted breakthrough device designation for P-15L bone graft
4th May 2021
Orthofix 3D-printed titanium cervical spacer system receives clearance
13th April 2021
TheraCell announces first surgical uses of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Bag for...
7th April 2021
NuVasive’s Simplify Disc gains FDA approval for use in two-level cTDR
7th April 2021
Medtronic receives FDA approval for labelling of Intellis platform when using...
26th March 2021
InVictus OCT posterior fixation system for the cervical and thoracic spine...
26th March 2021
4WEB Medical receives FDA clearance for its lumbar plating solution
23rd March 2021
Lumbar fusions have better outcomes when evidence-based best practice is followed
19th March 2021
Trial shows percutaneous PNS could offer “non-destructive, motor-sparing neuromodulation treatment”
18th March 2021
7D Surgical launches its FLASH navigation system to German and Swiss...
18th March 2021
Stronghold 3D titanium interbody device launched
18th March 2021
NuVasive and the International Spine Study Group Foundation announce two new...
16th March 2021
ReVivo Medical changes from an LLC to a corporation
11th March 2021
First patient enrolled in first real-world outcomes for Medtronic DTM SCS
11th March 2021
PMA submission process initiated for FDA approval of Limiflex
11th March 2021
Aurora Spine announces launch of its proprietary SiLO posterior SI joint...
11th March 2021
NuVasive acquires Simplify Medical
5th March 2021
Fusion Robotics receives FDA clearance for spinal navigation and robotics system
5th March 2021
Study finds deep learning application can identify previous spinal implants
5th March 2021
ControlRad Select imaging system gains FDA market clearance
5th March 2021
MiRus announces a lifetime limited warranty on MoRe superalloy rod
3rd March 2021
First patients implanted with AlloWrap amniotic membrane
3rd March 2021
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of the Reef TO TLIF oblique interbody system
2nd March 2021
ReFlow system mini receives FDA breakthrough device designation
2nd March 2021
ReWalk enter contract with BKK Mobil Oil health insurance fund to...
2nd March 2021
BrainStorm’s NurOwn does not have enough clinical data according to FDA
23rd February 2021
Medtronic receives FDA approval for expanded MRI labelling of InterStim SureScan...
18th February 2021
Brachytherapy cement could be used to treat spinal tumours
18th February 2021
C2Dx acquires Stryker T/Pump
17th February 2021
Medtronic announces first use in US of Midas Rex drills with...
17th February 2021
IOF release position paper recommending routine use of VFA-DXA in fracture...
12th February 2021
Philips announces ClarifEye augmented reality surgical navigation for minimally-invasive spine procedures
11th February 2021
Zavation Medical Products launches the Labyrinth fully porous PEEK cage
11th February 2021
NGMedical receives FDA clearance for cervical Bee cage
11th February 2021
TheraCell announces release of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Wrap
4th February 2021
BlackArmour anterior cervical plate launched in the US market
4th February 2021
Spinal Elements receives FDA clearance for Lucent XP-Curved expandable TLIF device
27th January 2021
Inspired Spine receives FDA clearance for Trident SI Joint Screw System
27th January 2021
Camber Spine receives US patent for Spira Lateral 3.0
27th January 2021
SeaSpine announces limited commercial launch of Regatta lateral plate system
22nd January 2021
Non-surgical refractory back pain patients have better pain outcomes with 10KhZ...
22nd January 2021
Abbott launches NeuroSphere myPath digital health app
22nd January 2021
First surgical implant of spinal device coated with N2 Biomedical’s ion-assisted...
15th January 2021
WaveWriter Alpha SCS systems launches in USA
15th January 2021
First patient enrolled in Up-LIFT safety and effectiveness trial of ARC...
15th January 2021
First surgical use of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Bullets in an interbody...
8th January 2021
Study finds single-position spine surgery improves operative efficiency while reducing complications...
8th January 2021
Stryker launches T7 personal protection system for surgery
7th January 2021
Endo announces licensing agreement for Paladin Labs to commercialise abaloparatide in...
7th January 2021
NICE publishes briefing on Saluda’s Evoke closed-loop SCS system
22nd December 2020
New findings suggest patients prefer one-stage SCS screening trial
18th December 2020
Centinel Spine announces first implant of prodisc L Lumbar total disc...
18th December 2020
HSS Bone study finds link between skeletal abnormalities and likelihood of...
17th December 2020
Medtronic receives FDA device clearance for Mazor platform devices
17th December 2020
G-21 and icotec ag partner for pedicle screw system
17th December 2020
Stryker receives CMS transitional pass-through payment for SpineJack System
8th December 2020
Nexxt Spine announces first case with NEXXT MATRIXX SA Cervical Turn-Lock...
8th December 2020
Motion preservation device market estimated to grow to US$1501.9 million
3rd December 2020
Centinel Spine announces 3,500 3D-printed devices successfully implanted
3rd December 2020
Studies find FlareHawk expandable cage safe and efficacious
3rd December 2020
Nuvasive announces C360 cervical spine portfolio
1st December 2020
New study first to visually capture biofilm architecture in retrieved implants...
20th November 2020
Boston Scientific launches Wavewriter Alpha SCS Systems in Europe
19th November 2020
New study shows re-operation rate for metastases at 8.3%
19th November 2020
Implantable brain-computer allows severely paralyses patients to complete daily tasks
18th November 2020
NuVasive launches Cohere XLIF
18th November 2020
Astura Medical receives FDA clearance for Dolomite Stand-Alone Anterior System
18th November 2020
Medtronic finalises acquisition of Medicrea
17th November 2020
Canada to be the first commercial market to launch Cerapedics new...
5th November 2020
Medtronic receive FDA approval for NIM Vital
29th October 2020
Nvision Biomedical Technologies receives FDA clearance for first osteotomy wedge system
29th October 2020
Spine patients highly satisfied with telemedicine during COVID-19 according to new...
23rd October 2020
First clinical cases with V-Strut spinal vertebral implant
14th October 2020
LifeNet Health launches VertiGraft ACIS VG2 allograft interbody spacer
9th October 2020
Medtronic launches Adaptix interbody system in USA
7th October 2020
Study findings add to evidence for NuVasive’s MaXcess retractor
5th October 2020
Orthofix FIREBIRD SI fusion system receives additional US FDA clearance for...
2nd October 2020
Study spotlights fall in Medicare reimbursement for orthopaedic trauma surgery
23rd September 2020
Nexxt Spine launches cervical turn lock system
21st September 2020
Researchers develop clinical prediction scale for elective spine surgery
15th September 2020
Cerapedics announces Canadian approval of i-FACTOR+ Matrix
15th September 2020
Wenzel Spine announces acquisition of Statera Spine
4th September 2020
DisGenics raises US$50 million in Series C funding round
4th September 2020
Researchers develop new classification system for adult idiopathic scoliosis
4th September 2020
Atlas Spine announces launch of its HiJAK SA expandable cervical standalone...
21st August 2020
Spinal cord injury patient regains ability to walk following electrical and...
17th August 2020
Dorsal root ganglion stimulation evokes motor responses in patients with complete...
14th August 2020
PLATEAU-A Ti Anterior Lumbar Spacer System receives US FDA clearance
7th August 2020
New framework prioritising paediatric spine surgeries amid COVID-19 published
4th August 2020
Study shows reduced operating time and cost per case using Neo...
31st July 2020
Systematic review reveals inferior safety profile of open posterior lumbar interbody...
30th July 2020
joimax expands presence in Australia
29th July 2020
Zavation launches Z-Span expandable anterior and lateral lumbar plates
29th July 2020
Topical steroids reduce swallowing difficulties following ACDF surgery
23rd July 2020
7D surgical gains CE mark approval for its MvIGS imaging system...
23rd July 2020
Cerapedics announces IDE supplement for ASPIRE clinical trial
22nd July 2020
Medtronic agrees Medicrea acquisition
15th July 2020
Learning curve in robot-assisted spinal fusion may be associated with inferior...
15th July 2020
ulrich medical announces US release of the Momentum posterior spinal fixation...
14th July 2020
Intrathecal morphine reduces cost and lowers opioid requirement in scoliosis surgery
9th July 2020
Initial data from LimiFlex IDE trial presented at IMAST 2020
9th July 2020
Reducing pain at discharge may reduce opioid consumption in orthopaedic patients
9th July 2020
First EOSedge imaging platform installed in Germany
9th July 2020
Study provides insight into adult cervical deformity surgery complications
8th July 2020
Spinal Elements receives US FDA approval for Sapphire X device
6th July 2020
NASS cancels 2020 meeting and moves to digital platform
3rd July 2020
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Mariner MIS and Outrigger spinal...
3rd July 2020
Undisclosed conflict of interest is “prevalent” in spine journals
2nd July 2020
CoreLink launches F3D-C2 standalone cervical system
1st July 2020
Orthofix announces FDA clearance for Firebird SI fusion system
30th June 2020
“No statistical difference in outcomes” for minimally invasive lumbar decompression or...
24th June 2020
Mainstay Medical announces FDA approval of ReActiv8 neurostimulation system for chronic...
23rd June 2020
SeaSpine launches Northstar OCT and Cervical Facet Fusion systems
23rd June 2020
Meta-analysis finds higher rate of accuracy in robotic pedicle screw placement
19th June 2020
NuVasive launches Reline 3D for paediatric spinal deformity
18th June 2020
Sirakoss receives US FDA clearance for Osteo3 ZP Putty
17th June 2020
Paper details strategies for coping with psychological impact of spine care...
16th June 2020
SRS 2020 annual meeting moves to virtual format
15th June 2020
Johns Hopkins surgeons perform spinal fusion using xvision augmented reality guidance
15th June 2020
ApiFix scoliosis correction system begins initial US launch
12th June 2020
MiRus announces first clinical use of the 3DR printed lumbar interbody...
12th June 2020
FDA clearance for 4WEB’s ASTS-SA lumbar interbody fusion device
11th June 2020
Relievant announces publication of Level I SMART study data
9th June 2020
Study suggests augmented reality could be widely applied in spinal surgery
5th June 2020
Pedicle screw handling techniques “lead to contamination of screws”
5th June 2020
SpineGuard seeks US regulatory approval for DSG Connect platform
5th June 2020
Meditech Spine receives FDA clearance for CURE Opel lumbar plate system
3rd June 2020
Eurospine 2020 to be held as a virtual event
3rd June 2020
Nexxt Spine receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for ALIF and lateral...
29th May 2020
Centinel Spine announces approval for the manufacturing transfer of prodisc technology
28th May 2020
COVID-19: Spinal surgeons report “elevated anxiety and uncertainty for the future”
21st May 2020
i-FACTOR clinical results show higher fusion rate compared to allograft
19th May 2020
Neo Medical closes US$13.4 million financing round
18th May 2020
Precision Spine announces US launch of Slimplicity anterior cervical plating system
13th May 2020
US FDA approval granted for two Camber Spine devices
11th May 2020
NuVasive expands Advanced Materials Science implant portfolio
6th May 2020
Telemedicine “essential for maintaining spine care” during COVID-19
5th May 2020
Astura Medical gains US FDA clearance for El Capitan ALIF system
5th May 2020
Study supports use of VIA Disc to treat degenerative disc disease
4th May 2020
COVID-19: Calls for physicians to address domestic violence during social distancing
1st May 2020
COVID-19: CMS outlines recommendations for restarting non-emergent procedures
29th April 2020
Spinal surgery training adapted during COVID-19 pandemic
28th April 2020
COVID-19 market impact sees ATEC terminate acquisition of EOS imaging
27th April 2020
Spine practitioners turn to telemedicine at the height of COVID-19
22nd April 2020
US FDA clearance for Atlas Spine’s HiJAK SA system
22nd April 2020
Life Spine announces FDA 510(k) clearance of the PROLIFT Lateral Fixated...
22nd April 2020
Precision Spine announces US launch of Reform midline cortical system
21st April 2020
Nexxt Spine announces first implantation of Matrixx corpectomy system
20th April 2020
Astura Medical receives FDA 510(k) clearance for SIRION LLIF system
17th April 2020
“Challenges and opportunities” NASS president reflects on COVID-19 and spine care
16th April 2020
PPE and economic concerns highlighted in global COVID-19 spine survey
16th April 2020
COVID-19: Cotton and surgical masks may be ineffective at stopping spread...
16th April 2020
Artificial intelligence in spine care is “here to stay”
15th April 2020
Spinal ultrasound imaging platform receives US FDA clearance
14th April 2020
Centinel Spine receives FDA approval for two-level indications of prodisc L
14th April 2020
Signus receives CE mark for ALIF and cervical cages
14th April 2020
Philips and the US government collaborate in ventilator production ramp up...
9th April 2020
Precision Spine launches Reform Ti pedicle screw system
8th April 2020
Stryker develops Emergency Relief Bed in response to COVID-19 pandemic
8th April 2020
UK regulator review sees NuVasive suspend supply of Magec rods
6th April 2020
COVID-19: European Commission agrees to postpone new MDR because of pandemic
6th April 2020
CMSS “strongly urges action” to ensure all frontline healthcare professionals are...
2nd April 2020
OrthoPediatrics announces ApiFix acquisition
2nd April 2020
ACS defends healthcare workers as PPE shortages lead to acrimony
2nd April 2020
SpineGuard receives CE mark for DSG Connect platform
2nd April 2020
Nexxt Spine announces US FDA clearance for Matrixx corpectomy system
1st April 2020
OrthoPediatrics gains expanded approval for Response scoliosis system
31st March 2020
Surgery preferable to conservative treatment in chronic sciatica patients
30th March 2020
COVID-19: European Commission looking to postpone new MDR by one year
27th March 2020
Adapt clinical studies to alleviate effect of pandemic
26th March 2020
AgNovos receives Breakthrough Device Designation for spine device
26th March 2020
NASS issues call for papers for new open access journal
26th March 2020
American College of Surgeons releases clinical guidance for elective surgery triage...
25th March 2020
CDRH adjusts working practices with medical device companies to deal with...
24th March 2020
NASS offers Coronavirus resources for spine care providers
24th March 2020
Elective spinal surgery “should be curtailed” in light of Coronavirus outbreak
24th March 2020
Life Spine to produce surgical masks during COVID-19 outbreak
24th March 2020
Precision Spine launches SureLOK MIS 3L percutaneous screw system
23rd March 2020
NuVasive issues safety notice on Magec Model X rods
20th March 2020
Researchers describe technique to “re-inflate” herniated disc
19th March 2020
“Starker than expected” radiation from fluoroscopy in TLIF surgery
19th March 2020
Frank Phillips named as ISASS president
17th March 2020
Centinel Spine announces Steven F Murray as CEO
17th March 2020
Study supports use of Attrax Putty as substitute for autograft
10th March 2020
Coronavirus leads to cancellation of spine meetings
10th March 2020
FDA clearance for use of Agilon bone graft in spine procedures
5th March 2020
DiscGenics completes enrolment for IDCT clinical trial
5th March 2020
Life Spine receives additional US FDA clearance for the PROLIFT expandable...
4th March 2020
icotec ag and AO Foundation partner for spinal stabilisation system
4th March 2020
Positive fusion data reported for FlareHawk interbody implant
4th March 2020
ISASS20: PEEK-on-ceramic disc shows decrease in pain and disability scores after...
2nd March 2020
ISASS20: Opioid use lower for Prestige LP cervical disc patients
2nd March 2020
ISASS20: PEEK cervical disc improves MRI scan visualisation
28th February 2020
ATEC agrees to acquire EOS imaging
28th February 2020
Texas Back Institute performs first minimally invasive case with DeGen’s E3...
27th February 2020
RTI to showcase SImmetry clinical data at ISASS20
26th February 2020
Enrolment for two-level prodisc patient study begins
25th February 2020
Image-guided screw placement offers “advantage” in instrumented spinal surgery
21st February 2020
Genesys Spine launches Sacroiliac Joint Fusion system
21st February 2020
US patent granted for CTL’s screw offset blocking mechanism
18th February 2020
Preliminary results validate NuVasive’s MaXcess retractor in prone single-position XLIF and...
14th February 2020
PROM questionnaires added to Orthofix STIM onTrack mobile app
13th February 2020
Untreated AIS patients report low scores for pain, self-image and function
12th February 2020
Five-year data released for Inspan lumbar interspinous fixation device
11th February 2020
US FDA approval for Medicrea’s patient-matched interbody cages
11th February 2020
Peri-operative pregabalin does not reduce pain in adolescents after posterior spinal...
7th February 2020
Life Spine receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for Steerable Plateau Ti...
7th February 2020
Hedron IA 3D printed ALIF spacer used in vertebral body fixation...
5th February 2020
7D Surgical announces commercial release of its Universal Tracking Kit
3rd February 2020
NASS publishes evidence-based guideline for diagnosis and treatment of low back...
30th January 2020
Device removal not mandatory to combat acute infection after ASD surgery
29th January 2020
Atlas Spine launches V3 guided segmental plating system
29th January 2020
Life Spine publishes white paper on ProLift expandable spacer system
28th January 2020
Nanocoated PEEK cages improve osseointegration in PLIF procedure
23rd January 2020
First North American installation of EOSedge imaging system
22nd January 2020
Inspired Spine performs 1,000 OLLIF procedures
21st January 2020
CoreLink passes 5,000 3D printed spinal implant milestone
17th January 2020
Synaptive announces updates to Modus V robotic microscope
17th January 2020
Study looks at impact of race on outcomes of spinal fusion...
16th January 2020
CIMZIA approved for use by Health Canada
16th January 2020
Medicrea in discussions over potential US strategic partnerships
15th January 2020
Cutting Edge Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for EVOL ha-DLIF system
13th January 2020
Researchers push ‘defined’ role for DVT treatment after spine surgery
10th January 2020
Medtronic issues safety notice after Mazor X detachments
10th January 2020
Bone Biologics completes rhNELL-1 preclinical study
8th January 2020
Japanese study of disc degeneration cell therapy passes safety review
7th January 2020
Medicrea receives seven US patents for UNiD spinal AI platform
7th January 2020
Study assesses reliability of PROM score change in spine surgery research
6th January 2020
NuVasive appoints Matthew Harbaugh as chief financial officer
3rd January 2020
SeaSpine announces commercial launch of Mariner Midline posterior fixation system
31st December 2019
FDA approves xvision augmented reality spine surgery system
31st December 2019
Life Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for the titanium stand-alone ALIF...
23rd December 2019
Spine surgery ‘safe’ in patients of advanced age
18th December 2019
RTI Surgical announces publication of TETRAfuse PEKK study
18th December 2019
Jana Kiena appointed chief financial officer of Aurora Spine
18th December 2019
Patient factors explain variation in function after lumbar surgery
11th December 2019
ulrich medical USA launches Momentum rod-screw system
9th December 2019
Empirical Spine completes investigational enrolment for LimiFlex US IDE trial
5th December 2019
Topical application and local infiltration of TXA reduces blood loss in...
5th December 2019
Terry Rich joins RTI Surgical as president of Global Spine
4th December 2019
EOS imaging receives 510(k) clearance for EOSedge
3rd December 2019
Positive results for Taltz in COAST-X trial
27th November 2019
Shape analysis could predict postoperative results in AIS surgery
26th November 2019
Life Spine receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Longbow titanium lateral expandable...
25th November 2019
NuVasive receives FDA clearance for expanded multi-level use of CoRoent small...
22nd November 2019
CSRS 2019: DePuy Synthes launches Symphony OCT system
21st November 2019
No clinical benefit in antibiotic use to treat low back pain
20th November 2019
Life Spine announces first cases with Centerline thoracolumbar spinal system
20th November 2019
Cerapedics announces FDA approval of PMA supplement based on two-year clinical...
18th November 2019
Astura Medical receives 510(k) clearance for ALTA anterior cervical corpectomy spacer...
15th November 2019
Comorbidities and surgical complication linked to increased readmission after revision lumbar...
14th November 2019
Novartis announces results of PREVENT study
12th November 2019
Outcomes of SCOUT interbody fusion trial detailed
11th November 2019
Nevro receives US FDA approval for Senza Omnia spinal cord stimulation...
7th November 2019
Astura Medical announces Texas relocation
7th November 2019
AI-based classification may guide preoperative decisions in ASD patients
6th November 2019
Stryker receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Sahara Lateral 3D interbody system
1st November 2019
Laboratory markers could predict outcomes for spinal metastases patients
31st October 2019
Behavioural intervention increases physical activity in lumbar surgery patients
30th October 2019
IDCT clinical study passes final safety review
29th October 2019
GTX Medical and NeuroRecovery Technologies announce merger
23rd October 2019
Stryker completes acquisition of Mobius Imaging
23rd October 2019
EUROSPINE 2019: Decompressive surgery remains the ‘gold-standard’ for lumbar spinal stenosis...
19th October 2019
CarboFix announces FDA clearance of Vertebral Body Replacement (VBR) System
18th October 2019
Significant improvement in the rates of bone fusion following a course...
18th October 2019
Synaptive offers Modus V surgical microscope to spine market
18th October 2019
Elective one to three level ACDFs at physician-owned hospitals cost less...
8th October 2019
Topical steroid reduces dysphagia after ACDF, early RCT results suggest
4th October 2019
Prioritisation of realignment associated with superior clinical outcomes for surgical cervical...
3rd October 2019
NASS 2019: Brainlab introduces mobile intraoperative imaging robot
26th September 2019
Medtronic announce new clinical trial to study Infuse bone graft in...
26th September 2019
Alphatec announce commercial launch of IdentiTi TLIF posterior oblique porous titanium...
25th September 2019
RTI Surgical showcase clinical data at NASS 2019
25th September 2019
NASS 2019: DePuy Synthes launch 3D printed implant portfolio for spine...
25th September 2019
ControlRad announce first clinical use of Trace radiation reduction technology
23rd September 2019
HPS 2.0 Hybrid Performance System used for the first time during...
19th September 2019
Fundamental Surgery announce expansion of global medical panel
19th September 2019
RCT finds equivalent percentage coronal curve correction between low- and high-implant...
18th September 2019
National Osteoporosis Foundation supports new evidence-based vertebral compression fracture care pathway
17th September 2019
Camber Spine announces nationwide launch Of SPIRA-O Open Matrix OLIF at...
12th September 2019
Omar Ishrak to step down as Medtronic CEO next year
9th September 2019
Computer-aided method has potential for measuring Cobb angle on chest X-rays
3rd September 2019
Percutaneous vertebroplasty safe and effective only in patients with acute fractures
3rd September 2019
Life Spine announces expansion of international sales to thirty countries worldwide
29th August 2019
Nexxt Spine increases Nexxt Matrixx offerings with Lordotic TLIF Oblique
29th August 2019
First medically approved back pain app in EU and UK aims...
28th August 2019
DiscGenics receives FDA fast track designation for disc degeneration cell therapy
27th August 2019
SurGenTec announces FDA clearance for neurostimulation with Alara Access Needle Kit
23rd August 2019
Congress of Neurological Surgeons’ Top Paper of 2019 goes to spine...
21st August 2019
First-of-its-kind treatment for young patients with scoliosis receives FDA approval
19th August 2019
Operative versus non-operative decision-making of experienced surgeons “may be emulated with...
14th August 2019
Spineology announces Duo Angled Instrumentation System
9th August 2019
Alphatec advances InVictus MIS system with commercial launch of SingleStep
7th August 2019
First patients treated in Japanese clinical trial of cell therapy for...
7th August 2019
Medicrea announces FDA clearance of Tulip Genesis
6th August 2019
Jon Serbousek to become Orthofix CEO
6th August 2019
SeaSpine announces launch of Mariner Outrigger Revision System
31st July 2019
Global effort to address degenerative spine conditions “imperative” to reduce disability
31st July 2019
Sleep disorders predict increased healthcare visits and costs for low back...
26th July 2019
No increase in complication rates using ACR when compared to LLIF
26th July 2019
Intravenous ketorolac substantially reduces opioid use after fusion
25th July 2019
Implanet granted US patent for Jazz Lock technology
25th July 2019
FDA provides additional 510(k) clearance for the ProLift expandable spacer system
25th July 2019
InVictus MIS and open spinal fixation systems launched
24th July 2019
GALILEO spine alignment monitoring system receives FDA clearance
24th July 2019
Centinel Spine announces IDE approval of two different ProDisc C devices
23rd July 2019
Joimax starts official sale of its CE-approved EndoLIF product line
17th July 2019
Majority of women unaware that SI joint issues a leading cause...
16th July 2019
SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Regatta Lateral System
12th July 2019
Capping medical residency hours does not hamper new doctors’ quality of...
11th July 2019
Observed patterns of cervical radiculopathy differ from standard distribution in over...
11th July 2019
Icotec earns FDA clearance for pedicle screw system
11th July 2019
NuVasive launches Pulse integrated technology platform
11th July 2019
Cerapedics announces expansion of Colorado headquarters
9th July 2019
Relievant announces publication of Level I INTRACEPT study
2nd July 2019
Biogen announces new data providing further evidence for SPINRAZA (nusinersen) as...
1st July 2019
Medtronic completes acquisition of Titan Spine
27th June 2019
Fusion Robotics closes financing to advance spinal robotics platforms
25th June 2019
Medtronic’s upcoming robot-assisted surgical platform to feature 3D vision systems
25th June 2019
Life Spine announces FDA 510(k) clearance of the ProLift lateral expandable...
25th June 2019
“Keyhole” surgery repairs spina bifida in utero
25th June 2019
NYU Langone performs first US procedure with newly approved device to...
25th June 2019
Boston Scientific closes acquisition of Vertiflex
12th June 2019
First-ever two-level M6 procedure performed in the USA
11th June 2019
RTI Surgical reaches 5,000 implant milestone for Fortilink interbody fusion systems...
6th June 2019
Successful first Jazz Cap surgeries completed in the USA
6th June 2019
Medacta’s MySpine MC wins MedTech Breakthrough Award for orthopaedics and surgical...
6th June 2019
RTI Surgical wins 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award for TETRAfuse 3D technology
5th June 2019
Astura Medical announces partnership with Academy Medical
5th June 2019
Low rate of serious upper-spine injuries in NCAA football players
4th June 2019
Misonix receives US FDA clearance for integrated ultrasonic surgical platform
3rd June 2019
Results of the CSM-Protect RCT indicate a lack of effect on...
31st May 2019
Globus Medical launches first expandable interspinous fixation
31st May 2019
TLIF IdentiTi posterior curved porous titanium interbody implant system launched
31st May 2019
Microbes on explanted pedicle screws “may be a possible cause of...
28th May 2019
New clinical data demonstrates the versatility of Globus Medical’s ExcelsiusGPS
24th May 2019
EOS imaging announces 4th system installation at Hospital for Special Surgery
24th May 2019
Best Paper at GSC 2019 addresses burnout among spine surgeons
21st May 2019
New study offers first description of spinal trauma management and its...
21st May 2019
Joimax showcases new electromagnetic navigation system Intracs at GSC and DGNC
13th May 2019
App-based back pain treatment outperforms standard physiotherapy in clinical trial
10th May 2019
Medtronic enters into definitive agreement to acquire Titan Spine
10th May 2019
Boston Scientific announces agreement to acquire Vertiflex
9th May 2019
Study highlights the need for individualised thromboprophylaxis regimens for neurosurgical and...
3rd May 2019
Cages in ACDF are associated with a higher non-union rate than...
3rd May 2019
Relievant announces publication of SMART trial 24-month results
25th April 2019
Orthofix announces first US patient implants of M6-C artificial cervical disc
23rd April 2019
Use of artificial intelligence to improve surgical referrals in degenerative lumbar...
16th April 2019
EOS imaging introduces EOSlink
15th April 2019
Hospital and patient characteristics can predict extended length of stay in...
15th April 2019
Advanced method of quantifying the cone of economy may allow practitioners...
15th April 2019
Duration of preoperative radiculopathy symptoms associated with worse outcomes
12th April 2019
Surgical intervention and sagittal alignment can influence postoperative frailty in cervical...
12th April 2019
Low back pain is significantly improved in the majority of patients...
11th April 2019
New results “strongly support” the safety of the ProDisc-C device
11th April 2019
Spineology mesh interbody fusion technologies yield excellent/good patient satisfaction scores
9th April 2019
Positive two-year data released for the M6-C cervical disc
4th April 2019
Opioid medication use before and during transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion surgery...
29th March 2019
ACDF can be safely performed in outpatient setting in select patients
29th March 2019
EOS imaging intalls the first EOS system in the United Arab...
28th March 2019
First patient enrolled in clinical study of Fortilink interbody fusion device
21st March 2019
“No further trials of vertebroplasty should be performed”, report concludes
15th March 2019
New chondrocyte patents for SpinalCyte
13th March 2019
Presurgical CT scan finds significant number of patients had undiagnosed osteoporosis
13th March 2019
RTI Surgical completes acquisition of Paradigm Spine
13th March 2019
Inspired Spine celebrates opening of concierge centre for national and global...
12th March 2019
Scott Gottlieb resigns as head of US FDA
11th March 2019
SI-Bone announces publication of two-year iMIA randomised controlled trial results
8th March 2019
ISASS bone grafting policy statement features i-FACTOR peptide enhanced bone graft
7th March 2019
Vertos Medical granted CE mark for spinal stenosis treatment
4th March 2019
Expanding access to surgery on a global scale
4th March 2019
Single-level anterior cervical discectomy: A “solid alternative” to fusion or arthroplasty
4th March 2019
Atlas Spine launches expandable cervical interbody fusion device
1st March 2019
OrthoPediatrics announces global launch of new BandLoc DUO
26th February 2019
Alphatec announces FDA clearance of automated SafeOp neuromonitoring system
26th February 2019
Outcomes of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion influenced by presurgical depressive...
19th February 2019
Inspired Spine releases study on the clinical and radiological outcomes of...
14th February 2019
Life Spine announces initiation of SIMPACT sacroiliac joint fixation outcomes study
14th February 2019
Cervical decompression surgery found to improve gait and function in adult...
13th February 2019
New computer programme reduces spine surgery errors linked to “wrong level”...
8th February 2019
FDA approval for M6-C artificial cervical disc
7th February 2019
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center installs 7D Surgical platform for spinal...
2nd February 2019
Sirakoss granted CE mark for synthetic bone graft substitute
1st February 2019
New implants released for StabiLink Interlaminar System
31st January 2019
Enhanced recovery protocol reduces opioid use in spinal surgery patients
31st January 2019
Editors-in-chief of major cardiovascular journals claim medical misinformation puts “lives at...
30th January 2019
Secure-C cervical artificial disc receives expanded insurance coverage
29th January 2019
Aurora Spine announces new patent for minimally invasive spinal implants
29th January 2019
Medtronic announces US commercial launch of Mazor X Stealth Edition
28th January 2019
Bioventus launches OSTEOMATRIX biphasic bone graft
21st January 2019
Digital therapeutics company Kaia Health raises US$10m in Series A funding
21st January 2019
US government shutdown disrupting FDA work
18th January 2019
FIREFLY pedicle screw navigation system granted CE mark
16th January 2019
Banned in the USA: Petition calls for FDA to prohibit reprocessed...
16th January 2019
Use of opioids before surgery hinders post-surgical improvements
16th January 2019
SMaRT human neural stem cells found to degrade scar and optimise...
15th January 2019
3D printed implant promotes nerve cell growth to treat spinal cord...
15th January 2019
HoloSurgical announces first surgical procedure utilising ARAI system
14th January 2019
Ulrich medical USA announces entry and first global implantation of expandable...
14th January 2019
Romosozumab receives approval in Japan for treatment of osteoporosis in patients...
14th January 2019
SpineSource acquires French medical device technology
11th January 2019
New international patent for SpinalCyte
9th January 2019
Cell therapy IDCT passes initial safety review of first-in-human clinical trial...
8th January 2019
NuVasive announces new organisational structure and leadership team
3rd January 2019
International symposium in Peru: Spineway presents Mont Blanc and Kili product...
2nd January 2019
N20: Spine in the spotlight at global meeting
2nd January 2019
Digital healthcare partnership aims to reduce low back pain
20th December 2018
Medtronic completes acquisition of Mazor Robotics
19th December 2018
OrthoPediatrics announces full-scale US launch of small stature scoliosis system
18th December 2018
ExcelsiusGPS launched in Europe
17th December 2018
Expanded FDA clearance for NuVasive’s Monolith corpectomy system
13th December 2018
Clinical evaluation of non-surgical degenerative disc disease treatment to begin in...
12th December 2018
Positive payor policy covering coflex for the surgical treatment of lumbar...
12th December 2018
New product innovation award for PEEKplus
12th December 2018
Successful first in human for zLOCK spinal facet joint fixation system
10th December 2018
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