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    New study demonstrates long-term efficacy of prodisc L total disc replacement

    4WEB Medical unveils new Lumbar Spine Plating Solution

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    NuVasive announces new executive leadership roles

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

    Centinel Spine announces first international use of 3D-printed porous titanium FLX...

    OsteoCentric Technologies secures $30m funding

    4WEB Medical receives FDA clearance for its lumbar plating solution 

    Solomon Wilcots interviews Vikas Kapoor at NASS 2017

    NFL broadcaster Solomon Wilcots interviews doctors at EUROSPINE and NASS

    Cannabis use disorder linked to increased complications after spinal surgery

    Intraoperative freehand erector spinae plane block is effective and can reduce...

    Intelivation Technologies receives FDA approval for its Golden Isles Pedicle Screw...

    Medtronic bags FDA approval for Vanta implantable neurostimulator

    SeaSpine announces FDA clearance of 7D Surgical Percutaneous Spine Module

    Medtronic launches spinal cord stimulation therapy mobile app

    Medtronic receives FDA clearance for patient-specific UNiD Rods

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    Surgeons successfully remove parasitic rachipagus twin

    Medical Devices Regulation comes into effect across the EU

    Centinel Spine announces Steven F Murray as CEO

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

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

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

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

    Studies find FlareHawk expandable cage safe and efficacious 

    Blood pressure is one of the components in calculating a patient's Rothman Index

    Rothman Index is a useful predictive tool for identifying patients likely...

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

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

    Augmented reality surgical navigation technology enables high accuracy pedicle screw placement

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    FDA approves xvision augmented reality spine surgery system

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

    MRI alone may not be enough to accurately diagnose degenerative spondylolisthesis

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Large-scale multicentre RCT needed to fully establish optimal surgical intervention for...

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

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

    Paralysed Veterans of America

    Grant applications for spinal cord injury or disease now open from...

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    Majority of women experience changes in sexual function following anterior spinal...

    M6-C

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

    Artificial intelligence in spine care is “here to stay”

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

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    FDA approval for M6-C artificial cervical disc

    Life Spine receives approval from FDA

    Life Spine completes first surgical cases with TRULIFT Expandable Spacer System

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

    7D Surgicals Hero 2 machine

    7D Surgical announces commercial release of its Universal Tracking Kit

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

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    Medtronic to acquire Mazor robotics

    Auctus Surgical granted FDA breakthrough device designation for vertebral body tethering...

    Children are more likely to inherit scoliosis from their fathers than...

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

    NuVasive acquires Simplify Medical 

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

    Stryker receives CMS transitional pass-through payment for SpineJack System 

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

    WaveWriter Alpha SCS systems launches in USA

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    Costs curbing the rise of robotics in spinal surgery

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

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

    Boston Scientific launches Wavewriter Alpha SCS Systems in Europe

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

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

    Top spine surgeons release patient guide for artificial disc replacement

    Surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy leads to “significant and clinically meaningful...

    Medtronic launches CD Horizon Solera 5.5/6.0 System

    Fusion Robotics receives FDA clearance for spinal navigation and robotics system

    Study finds deep learning application can identify previous spinal implants  

    Is spinal surgery more risky and less successful than common knee...

    Joimax showcases new electromagnetic navigation system Intracs at GSC and DGNC

    Seven-year IDE trial results show “prolonged and significant improvements” of activL...

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    NASS 2019: Brainlab introduces mobile intraoperative imaging robot

    FDA clears Renovis Surgical 3D-printed titanium standalone cervical cage

    Coronavirus leads to cancellation of spine meetings

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

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

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

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

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

    Medtronic revises indications for use of Navlock trackers following patient deaths

    OrthoPediatrics announces ApiFix acquisition

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

    Metronic Intellis

    Non-opioid alternative for chronic pain approved in Europe

    Study supports use of VIA Disc to treat degenerative disc disease

    G-21 and icotec ag partner for pedicle screw system 

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

    Abbott launches NeuroSphere myPath digital health app 

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

    ZygoFix receives CE mark for its zLOCK spinal fusion system

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

    Decompression alone is non-inferior to decompression with instrumented fusion out to...

    DePuy Synthes introduces Zero-P Natural plate with allograft spacer for neck...

    BlackArmour anterior cervical plate launched in the US market

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

    Nuvasive have announced the released of the porous titanium Modulus XLIF

    Nuvasive launches 3D-printed porous titanium implant Modulus XLIF

    Nexxt Spine increases Nexxt Matrixx offerings with Lordotic TLIF Oblique

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

    Surgery preferable to conservative treatment in chronic sciatica patients

    Evrysdi approved in Japan for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy

    Depuy Synthes Spine launches Synfix Evolution system

    HoloSurgical announces first surgical procedure utilising ARAI system

    Five-year data released for Inspan lumbar interspinous fixation device

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

    Disc-level canal diameter predicts risk of spinal cord injury after minor...

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

    Brainlab Elements Spine

    Study suggests augmented reality could be widely applied in spinal surgery

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

    Inspired Spine receives FDA clearance for Trident SI Joint Screw System 

    Initial data from LimiFlex IDE trial presented at IMAST 2020

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

    NuVasive expands Advanced Materials Science implant portfolio

    Stryker launches T7 personal protection system for surgery

    World-first Microsoft HoloLens augmented-reality discectomy takes place in USA

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

    New study demonstrates mild® procedure durability at five years

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

    Medtronic completes acquisition of Mazor Robotics

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

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

    Device removal not mandatory to combat acute infection after ASD surgery

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

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

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

    American Spine Registry expands sponsors with Medtronic addition

    Cycling accidents are the most common cause of sports-related traumatic spine...

    Spineology announces Duo Angled Instrumentation System

    Spectrum Spine acquires unique surface technology for spinal trauma

    Adapt clinical studies to alleviate effect of pandemic

    Brachytherapy cement could be used to treat spinal tumours 

    DePuy Synthes receives US FDA clearance for cement-augmented pedicle screw systems

    “Alarmingly high” number of interpretive errors and inconsistencies in MRI examinations

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    Nevro announces FDA approval of high-frequency SCS therapy for painful diabetic...

    NuVasive receives FDA clearance for Pulse platform and announces commercial launch

    Medtronic receives FDA device clearance for Mazor platform devices

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

    Patient factors explain variation in function after lumbar surgery

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    RTI Surgical announces publication of TETRAfuse PEKK study

    Bioventus announces definitive agreement to acquire Misonix

    Orthofix 3D-printed titanium cervical spacer system receives clearance

    Park Ridge Health awarded Spine Center of Excellence by Joint Commission

    US health centre awarded Spine Center of Excellence certification

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

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

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    AgNovos receives Breakthrough Device Designation for spine device

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

    First patients implanted with AlloWrap amniotic membrane

    NuVasive

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

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    Two-level artificial disc replacement “an effective alternative” to fusion at 84...

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

    Orthofix announces first patient implant in the M6-C artificial cervical disc...

    Sirakoss granted CE mark for synthetic bone graft substitute

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

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

    “Starker than expected” radiation from fluoroscopy in TLIF surgery

    NASS issues call for papers for new open access journal

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

    ONWARD receives breakthrough device designation for ARC-IM platform

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

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    Cerapedics announces Canadian approval of i-FACTOR+ Matrix

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

    Spineology completes first lateral post-market study cases using novel implant design

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

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

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

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

    Nuvasive announces C360 cervical spine portfolio

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

    Genesys Spine launches Sacroiliac Joint Fusion system

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

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

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

    Stryker launches SurgiCount+ safety-sponge system

    ApiFix scoliosis correction system begins initial US launch

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    Johns Hopkins surgeons perform spinal fusion using xvision augmented reality guidance

    Camber Spine receives US patent for Spira Lateral 3.0

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

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

    Globus Medical launches Quartex occipito-cervico-thoracic stabilisation system

    Medtronic announces launch of Divergence standalone interbody cage

    ReVivo Medical changes from an LLC to a corporation 

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    NuVasive launches Cohere XLIF

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

    FDA A-CIFT SoloFuse HA standalone system

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

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

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    Next generation Reline system launches

    Zavation Medical Products launches the Labyrinth fully porous PEEK cage

    Zavation launches Z-Span expandable anterior and lateral lumbar plates

    Researchers develop new classification system for adult idiopathic scoliosis

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

    Medtronic receive FDA approval for NIM Vital

    Invuity announces definitive agreement to be acquired by Stryker

    Stryker Interventional Spine launches VertaPlex

    ACDF can be safely performed in outpatient setting in select patients

    Stronghold 3D titanium interbody device launched 

    Low-cost Indian implants are a “safe and viable” option

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

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

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

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

    Positive fusion data reported for FlareHawk interbody implant

    Boston Scientific closes acquisition of Vertiflex

    Study assesses reliability of PROM score change in spine surgery research

    FDA approval for Infuse Bone Graft in expanded spinal surgery indications

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

    NASS offers Coronavirus resources for spine care providers

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    Minimally invasive TLIF procedure results in shorter hospital stay and “good...

    Danish study finds five-times higher incidence of cancer in adolescent idiopathic...

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

    Omar Ishrak to step down as Medtronic CEO next year

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

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    Study findings add to evidence for NuVasive’s MaXcess retractor

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

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

    Durability and sustainability of decompression procedures extended with coflex

    DePuy Synthes launches Viper and Expedium fenestrated screw systems in the...

    ControlRad announce first clinical use of Trace radiation reduction technology

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

    Decortication and bone-grafting may “contribute to earlier fusion” following sacroiliac joint...

    Significant improvements in survival and developmental milestones for Type 1 SMA...

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

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

    Neo Medical closes US$13.4 million financing round

    Scolioscreen-smartphone device reliably measures angle of trunk inclination

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    Medicrea receives seven US patents for UNiD spinal AI platform

    Frank Phillips named as ISASS president

    Stryker to launch BIO4 at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons...

    VERTOS IV raises doubts about vertebroplasty

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

    CoreLink passes 5,000 3D printed spinal implant milestone

    Alphatec Spine introduces new products at NASS

    Two-level cervical disc arthroplasty is an effective alternative to ACDF at...

    Scient’x launches Isobar Evolution

    First clinical cases with V-Strut spinal vertebral implant

    Nuvasive

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

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

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

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    Implanet granted US patent for Jazz Lock technology

    Enhanced recovery protocol reduces opioid use in spinal surgery patients

    Pelvic-incidence lumbar lordosis mismatch may be a primary surgical indicator for...

    Zimmer Biomet launches new PrimaGen advanced allograft

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

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    Medtronic launches the Infinity OCT spinal system

    Eurospine 2020 to be held as a virtual event

    Bone cement solution indicated for treating sacral fractures granted FDA approval

    Jason Blain promoted to president and chief operating officer of Spinal...

    CHLA

    “Keyhole” surgery repairs spina bifida in utero

    SurGenTec receives US patent for Graftgun bone graft delivery system

    Running significantly benefits human intervertebral discs

    Behavioural intervention increases physical activity in lumbar surgery patients

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

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    NanoHive lumbar interbodies receive FDA clearance

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

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

    Nexxt Spine launches cervical turn lock system

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

    Medtronic launches Adaptix interbody system in USA

    LifeNet Health launches VertiGraft ACIS VG2 allograft interbody spacer

    CSRS 2019: DePuy Synthes launches Symphony OCT system

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

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

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

    Two-year results show statistical superiority of Cerapedics’ I-Factor to autograft in...

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

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

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    DiscGenics completes enrolment for IDCT clinical trial

    Synaptive offers Modus V surgical microscope to spine market

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

    Belgian surgeon Marek Szpalski named ISASS president 2018—2019

    NuVasive launches Reline Trauma portfolio

    I-factor peptide-enhanced bone graft

    Peptide-enhanced bone graft outperforms autograft at two years

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

    Spinal Elements receives US FDA approval for Sapphire X device

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    Spineology initiates full market release of Elite expandable interbody fusion system

    7D Surgical enters into US distribution agreements for image guidance system

    Medtronic launches Spine Essentials system in the USA

    Medicrea UNiD Hub

    Medtronic agrees Medicrea acquisition

    joimax expands presence in Australia

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

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

    AI-based classification may guide preoperative decisions in ASD patients

    C2Dx acquires Stryker T/Pump

    CoreLink announces FDA clearance for F3D Corpectomy Vertebral Body Replacement System

    Outcomes of SCOUT interbody fusion trial detailed

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    Levó head positioning system for spine surgery by Mizuho OSI introduced...

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

    Camber Spine launches Spira open matrix ALIF device

    Spinal anaesthesia safe for high-risk lumbar spinal surgery patients

    Cerapedics

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

    Minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion now covered by all US Medicare...

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

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

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

    Mazor X

    Medtronic announces US commercial launch of Mazor X Stealth Edition

    Five-year data demonstrate long-term therapeutic effect of Paradigm Spine’s coflex compared...

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

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

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    Chad Kolean appointed chief financial officer of Titan Spine

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    Spine surgery ‘safe’ in patients of advanced age

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

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

    Medtronic launches the Atlantis Vision Elite Anterior Cervical Plate System in...

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

    Oxford Performance Materials receives FDA clearance for its SpineFab vertebral body...

    Empirical Spine closes US$10 Million Series B financing round

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    Eric Major elected chairman of K2M Board

    Depressed adult spinal deformity patients improve at same magnitude as non-depressed...

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

    National Scoliosis Center founder Luke Stikeleather named president of Scoliosis Society

    Meditech Spine lumbar fusion devices receive US FDA clearance

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

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

    Nvision Biomedical Technologies receives FDA clearance for first osteotomy wedge system

    Shape analysis could predict postoperative results in AIS surgery

    AERIAL

    Globus Medical launches first expandable interspinous fixation

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

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

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

    Minimally invasive surgery “safe and effective” treatment for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

    MiRus raises US$65 million for expansion of Rhenium-based devices

    Scoliosis in a 15-year-old

    Researchers narrow in on genetic causes of scoliosis

    IZI Medical launches Vertefix HV Cement for vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty procedures

    Intravenous ketorolac substantially reduces opioid use after fusion

    Medtronic introduces the Sovereign Spinal System for lumbar surgery in Europe

    US FDA clears Spinal Simplicity’s Minuteman G3-R removable end fusion implant

    Camber Spine receives FDA clearance for SPIRA-P and SPIRA-T lumbar spacer...

    Centinel Spine announces approval for the manufacturing transfer of prodisc technology

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

    Medtronic launches Pivox and Divergence-L OLIF systems

    IDCT

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

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    Alphatec advances InVictus MIS system with commercial launch of SingleStep

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

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

    CoreLink launches F3D-C2 standalone cervical system

    Successful first in human for zLOCK spinal facet joint fixation system

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

    Spinal fusion device market expected to grow to US$11 billion by 2025

    Spinal fusion device industry to be worth US$11 billion by 2025

    Nuvasive launches AttraX putty in USA

    TheraCell announces release of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Wrap

    K2M

    Stryker closes US$1.4B K2M buy

    Age and comorbidities increase the risk of postoperative complications

    N20: Spine in the spotlight at global meeting

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

    NuVasive

    NuVasive unveils spine’s first integrated surgical automation platform

    NURTURE

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

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

    New MRI tool offers improved method of imaging degeneration

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

    cerapedics

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

    DePuy Conduit

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

    CTL Amedica

    US patent granted for CTL’s screw offset blocking mechanism

    NuVasive launches Modulus ALIF 3D-printed porous titanium implant for anterior spinal...

    First injection of AST-OPC1 stem cells for spinal cord injury takes...

    M6-C

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

    Paradigm Spine announces NASS coverage policy recommendation for coflex interlaminar stabilisation

    DePuy Synthes launches ViviGen Formable cellular bone matrix

    Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy may reduce cellular inflammation associated with disc...

    Metronic Intellis

    US FDA approves Medtronic’s Intellis spinal cord stimulation device

    How Cyclists get spinal injuries

    A worrying trend in the spine centre referrals of cyclists

    Medicrea IB3D TB cage

    IB3D 3D-printed interbody devices cleared by US FDA

    Cerapedics

    i-FACTOR peptide enhanced bone graft is cost-effective compared to local autograft...

    Ohio judge dismisses hundreds of off-label Medtronic Infuse patient lawsuits

    Medicrea announces FDA clearance of Tulip Genesis

    Medicrea UNID lab

    Fracture rates plummet with personalised rods

    Endangered salamander offers clues on healing spinal cord injury

    Spinal Elements to launch Hero Allograft

    CG Bio’s Novosis bone graft is the first developed in South Korea that contains rhBMP-2

    South Korea’s first rhBMP-2 bone graft receives government recognition

    US FDA downgrades class III pedicle screws to class II

    Data show effective fusion in single-level ACDF with Orthofix Trinity Evolution

    CIMZIA approved for use by Health Canada

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

    Severity of thoracic intervertebral disc degeneration increases with age

    Stem cells

    New study offers hope for recovered motor function in patients with...

    US Food and Drug Administration clears CTL Medical’s Matisse ACIF cage

    OrthoPediatrics gains expanded approval for Response scoliosis system

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

    First US surgeries performed using 4WEB Medical’s Lateral Spine Truss system

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

    Presurgical CT scan finds significant number of patients had undiagnosed osteoporosis

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

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

    Researchers investigate link between diet, type 2 diabetes and back pain

    Study spotlights fall in Medicare reimbursement for orthopaedic trauma surgery

    Stryker

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

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

    joimax launches latest iteration of Shrill Shaver Drill System

    ControlRad Select imaging system gains FDA market clearance

    Brace treatment for compression fractures may not provide additional improvement in...

    Smith & Nephew completes acquisition of ArthroCare

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

    Astura

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

    Bioventus launches OSTEOMATRIX biphasic bone graft

    Life Spine’s Prolift and Tibow spacers receive Osseo-Loc titanium surface treatment

    Spinal surgery training adapted during COVID-19 pandemic

    RTI Surgical

    Terry Rich joins RTI Surgical as president of Global Spine

    Three-dimensional graphene could be used to make bone implants

    CoreLink acquires medical device company Expanding Orthopedics

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

    New findings suggest patients prefer one-stage SCS screening trial

    Baxano completes enrolment in iO-Flex study of spinal decompression

    New implants released for StabiLink Interlaminar System

    Stryker Tritanium C

    US FDA clears Stryker’s Tritanium C anterior cervical cage

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

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

    Mazor X

    CE mark for Mazor X Surgical Assurance platform

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

    ApiFix system reaches 100-patient milestone

    Jon Serbousek to become Orthofix CEO

    Ram Haddas

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

    Zimmer Biomet mandates corrective action for certain Rosa Spine models

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

    SeaSpine announces limited commercial launch of Regatta lateral plate system

    Two-thirds of NFL players resume careers after surgery in the cervical...

    Mexico

    EOS imaging announces 15th installation in Australia

    NURTURE

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

    Intrathecal morphine reduces cost and lowers opioid requirement in scoliosis surgery

    SpineCraft release Astra spinal system in the USA

    ExcelsiusGPS launched in Europe

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

    Methadone may reduce need for opioids after fusion surgery

    Majority of paediatric spinal fractures related to not wearing seatbelts

    NGMedical receives FDA clearance for cervical Bee cage

    AO Foundation rolls out AO Global Data spine sub-registries

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

    Digital healthcare partnership aims to reduce low back pain

    Gabapentin prevents harmful structural changes in injured spinal cord of mice

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    K2M launches Cascadia interbody systems in the USA

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

    Synaptive announces updates to Modus V robotic microscope

    Simplify Disc

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

    Vertera Spine Cohere

    NuVasive extends porous PEEK interbody to TLIF and PLIF procedures

    Siemens Healthcare and NuVasive

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

    Loss of partner to suicide linked to increased risk of disc...

    Secukinumab receives European Commission for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis

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

    K2M introduces Sahara AL expandable stabilisation system

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

    ReFlow system mini receives FDA breakthrough device designation 

    FDA approves Infuse bone graft for three new spinal surgery indications

    Spinal ultrasound imaging platform receives US FDA clearance

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

    No clinical benefit in antibiotic use to treat low back pain

    Complication risk of minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion surgery may be...

    FIREFLY pedicle screw navigation system granted CE mark

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

    Medtronic finalises acquisition of Medicrea

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

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

    Radiofrequency denervation fails to provide clinically important chronic low back pain...

    Two economic publications show sacroiliac joint surgery as cost-effective and money-saving

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

    K2M congratulates Harry Paul on Engineering Excellence Award

    K2M Receives 510(k) clearance for Chesapeake Anterior-Lumbar Stabilisation System

    NuVasive releases NVM5 V2.0

    Man moves paralysed legs using spinal cord stimulation

    Johnson & Johnson acquires Synthes

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

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

    St Jude Medical completes acquisition of NeuroTherm

    Stryker

    Stryker completes acquisition of Mobius Imaging

    Research paves way for novel therapy to treat osteoporosis

    Mexico

    20th University Hospital Centre to receive EOS imaging system

    Medtronic completes acquisition of Titan Spine

    nanotechnology

    FDA clears first nanotechnology PEEK devices for spinal intervertebral fusion

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

    Expanded commercial release of Clutch interspinous process device

    Medtronic announces global launch of its titanium-coated peek interbody fusion devices

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

    One step closer to halting the “relentless cascade” of disc degeneration

    RTI Surgical announces acquisition of Zyga Technology

    First spinal muscular atrophy treatment to be submitted for US FDA...

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

    Mainstay Medical’s ReActiv8 clinical trial passes enrolment mid-point

    Titan Spine receives FDA approval for nanoLOCK surface technology

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

    MiRus announces a lifetime limited warranty on MoRe superalloy rod 

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

    Anspach high-speed drill system debuts at AANS

    K2M releases Mojave PL 3D first-to-market expandable interbody system

    Successful study regarding the treatment of chronic facet syndrome with Curavisc

    NuVasive will be at ISASS

    Taltz Eli Lilly and Company

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

    Precision Spine announces US launch of Reform midline cortical system

    US FDA clearance for Atlas Spine’s HiJAK SA system

    Gather the evidence!

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

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

    More than a third of adult spinal deformity patients experience at...

    Centinel Spine announces IDE approval of two different ProDisc C devices

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

    Nuvasive acquires Vertera Spine

    NuVasive acquires Vertera Spine

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

    Titan Spine Endoskeleton range

    Australian surgeries mark first use of Titan Spine’s Endoskeleton interbody

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

    UK NICE recommends sacroiliac joint fusion for chronic sacroiliac pain

    Medtronic launches the Peek Prevail device for cervical spine surgery in...

    Nevro receives FDA approvable letter for Senza spinal cord stimulation system

    Virtual

    ImmersiveTouch launches the first virtual reality integrated suite for surgical planning

    FDA approves Medicrea’s patient-specific UNiD cervical rod

    market

    Spinal implants market to exceed US$19.5 billion by 2024

    Australian surgeries mark first use of Titan Spine’s Endoskeleton interbody

    New US Medicare coding covers nanotextured surfaces on interbody fusion devices

    Pioneer Surgical launches Streamline TL spinal fixation system

    Stryker

    Stryker reaches 100 surgeon milestone for “game-changing” Serrato screws

    Medicrea UNID lab

    World-first 360-degree personalised spine surgery takes place in UK

    Minimus Spine secures the CE mark for its TrioJection system

    Muslim prayer habits can reduce lower back pain

    FDA clears Stimwave’s miniature StimQ peripheral nerve stimulator

    Study supports use of Attrax Putty as substitute for autograft

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

    Norgine Ventures acquires SpineVision

    Shilla growth guidance system cleared

    idct

    Japanese study of disc degeneration cell therapy passes safety review

    IDCT clinical study passes final safety review

    Eden Spine Sphynx receives CE mark

    Secure-C Cervical Artificial Disc receives FDA premarket approval

    Medtronic issues safety notice after Mazor X detachments

    Cerapedics announces IDE supplement for ASPIRE clinical trial

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

    Precision Spine receives US FDA 510(k) clearance for ShurFit system

    idct

    DiscGenics receives FDA fast track designation for disc degeneration cell therapy

    First cases using the Triojection System to treat disc herniation completed...

    NuVasive Solutions named on list of “100 Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic &...

    Best Paper at GSC 2019 addresses burnout among spine surgeons

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

    Virtual tool trains for spinal anaesthesia without putting patients at risk

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

    Bioventus announces new executive appointments

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

    US FDA clears Stimwave’s full-body MRI-ready wireless peripheral nerve stimulator

    Sphynx

    FDA approval granted for Eden Spine’s Sphynx

    Preliminary study suggests drug may help infants with Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    First commercial implantation of Mainstay Medical’s ReActiv8 performed in Germany

    Johnson & Johnson merges global healthcare education programmes

    TirboLOX

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

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

    pedicle screw

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

    US FDA clears Globus Medical’s Excelsius GPS robotic system

    PMA submission process initiated for FDA approval of Limiflex 

    PROM questionnaires added to Orthofix STIM onTrack mobile app

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

    Misonix announces government services partnership with Technical Communities

    Researchers discover new therapeutic target for spinal muscular atrophy

    Secure-C cervical artificial disc receives expanded insurance coverage

    Astura Medical gains US FDA clearance for El Capitan ALIF system

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

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

    An astronaut outside the International Space Station

    Study of astronauts reveals new clues for low back pain mechanisms

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

    ATEC agrees to acquire EOS imaging

    Favourable clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction for Medtronic’s Prestige LP disc...

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

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

    US FDA clears Life Spine’s Pro-Link Ti stand-alone cervical spacer system

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

    Tetrafuse

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

    Advanced Biologics publishes additional OsteoAMP abstracts

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

    FDA approves Medtronic’s Prestige LP for two-level procedures

    Researchers direct stem cell-derived neurons to regenerate tissue in damaged rat...

    Inspire Foundation receives £65,000 to fund bowel and bladder stimulation device...

    Centerline

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

    Study urges spine surgeons to counsel male patients on risk of...

    Paradigm Spine logo

    Paradigm Spine receives first US private payer coverage for Coflex

    DiscGenics logo

    DiscGenics’ IDCT Investigational New Drug application accepted by US FDA

    FDA grants Orthofix 510(k) clearance for Forza PTC interbody spacer system

    The Concorde Clear minimally invasive discectomy device

    DePuy Synthes’ Concorde Clear minimally invasive discectomy device launched in Europe,...

    Orthofix Phoenix receives Japanese approval

    SpinalCyte logo

    SpinalCyte announces sustained 12-month MRI outcomes after CybroCell injection

    Medtronic introduces Olif25 procedure for minimally invasive spinal fusion at NASS

    Camber Spine Spira-C

    Spira-C cervical interbody cleared by US FDA

    NICE consults on a new spine-straightening device for children with scoliosis

    First patient implant of Arena-C HA Enhanced cervical intervertebral body fusion...

    Simplify Medical closes US$21 million for two ongoing pivotal trials

    Study cautions against use of bone morphogenetic proteins in children’s spine...

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

    second

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

    namilumab

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

    Baxano’s iO-Tome device receives FDA clearance

    Scient’x introduces Isobar TTL In lumbar fusion system in Europe

    Nerve networks for walking originated in ancient fish

    WWII chemical-weapon antidote shows promise as treatment for spinal cord injury

    SI-Bone launches new 3D-printed porous Ifuse-3D sacroiliac joint fusion device

    Vertera Spine Cohere

    US CMS issues new code to track use of radiolucent porous...

    Novartis announces results of PREVENT study

    Life Spine publishes white paper on ProLift expandable spacer system

    Mexico

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

    Researchers develop clinical prediction scale for elective spine surgery

    SpineSource acquires French medical device technology

    Life Spine announces sales growth of ProLift Expandable Spacer System for...

    Spinal Kinetics wins in Synthes patent suit

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

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

    Bioventus to co-develop next generation bone allograft with LifeLink

    SpineSource to distribute Kisco’s L-Varlock expandable lumbar cage in the USA

    Significantly lower torque needed to insert pedicle screws in patients with...

    Titan Spine Endoskeleton

    Titan Spine enhances its Endoskeleton warranty

    image of EOS imaging's platform

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

    Study supports use of Endoskeleton interbody device

    KnowYourBack offers invaluable resource for spine patients

    NuVasive headquarter expansion plans innovation center

    NuVasive to open innovation centre in San Diego, USA

    Experimental drug restores some bladder function after spinal cord injury

    cone of economy

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

    Enrolment for two-level prodisc patient study begins

    CoreLink launches Entasis sacroiliac joint fusion system

    FDA clears K2M MESA 2 Deformity Spinal System

    Nuvasive

    Research shows NuVasive porous PEEK structure maintains high porosity after impaction

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

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

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

    Nuvasive logo

    US FDA clears Nuvasive’s redesigned Magec system

    Safe Orthopaedics launches new products to treat traumatic injuries associated with...

    CTL Medical to partner with G-21 biomaterials company

    Switching to denosumab saves money by preventing skeletal-related events

    Titan Spine records significant growth with over 27,000 implanted fusion devices

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

    Highmark to cover non-Ifuse sacroiliac joint fusion systems

    SpinalCyte announces final human dermal fibroblast transplantation phase two results

    Race and insurance status may be significant predictors of mortality following...

    Captiva Spine’s TowerLOX pedicle screw system receives clearance for enhanced rod...

    SpineGuard seeks US regulatory approval for DSG Connect platform

    SpineSource launches expandable L-Varlock lumbar cage in USA

    Pedicle screw handling techniques “lead to contamination of screws”

    First patented single implant sacroiliac joint fusion system receives FDA clearance

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

    IDCT

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

    Neurokinex Kids paediatric rehabilitation facility opens in Crawley, UK

    K2M launches Mesa 2 Cricket extension for complex deformity correction

    NASS’ allograft and spinal cord stimulation coverage recommendations open for public...

    NuVasive launches Reline 3D for paediatric spinal deformity

    Michael Enxing appointed Vertiflex vice president, chief commercial officer

    World-first implantation of 3D-printed vertebrae takes place in Australia

    US FDA clears Medtronics’ CD Horizon cement-augmented fenestrated screw set

    NASS Annual Meeting Exhibition

    NASS cancels 2020 meeting and moves to digital platform

    Globus Medical recieves CE mark for Excelsius GPS

    Few patients maximise opioid-sparing medications after orthopaedic surgery

    NuVasive issues safety notice on Magec Model X rods

    Simplify Disc

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

    minimally invasive surgery

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

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

    Researchers discover two biomarkers that contribute to spinal osteoarthritis

    Seven-year data find Zimmer Biomet’s Mobi-C statistically superior to ACDF

    minimally invasive surgery

    New framework prioritising paediatric spine surgeries amid COVID-19 published

    Hero Allograft donations exceed projected amount

    Medtronic announces launch of the T2 Altitude expandable corpectomy device

    Nexxt Spine announces US FDA clearance for Matrixx corpectomy system

    Nanocoated PEEK cages improve osseointegration in PLIF procedure

    RTI Surgical completes acquisition of Paradigm Spine

    SpinalCyte enrols first patient in human dermal fibroblasts phase I human...

    Medicrea UNiD rods

    World-first minimally-invasive spine surgery performed using Medicrea’s patient-specific implants

    CMSS

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

    ApiFix spinal implant receives Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration certification

    Providence Medical launches Cavux cervical cage and Dtrax spinal system

    Driving your patient engine can help grow your practice

    What are “patient engines” and why should you care?

    Combination of NSAIDs and TNF-inhibitors shows benefit for ankylosing spondylitis

    Implanet announces the commercial launch of the new Jazz Braid in...

    SeaSpine signs definitive agreement to acquire NLT Spine

    Signus receives CE mark for ALIF and cervical cages

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

    First-time US FDA clearance for Nuvasive’s greater than two-level cervical interbody...

    Zimmer Biomet’s Mobi-C now most widely covered artificial cervical disc in...

    scoliosis and normal spine

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

    NuVasive announces favourable resolution of patent lawsuit against Cadwell Laboratories

    Fundamental Surgery announce expansion of global medical panel

    suicide

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

    regatta

    SeaSpine announces full commercial launch of Regatta Lateral System

    Minimus Spine Triojection abstract chosen as “Featured Paper” at CIRSE 2017

    Get hands-on with the latest innovations in lumbar procedures in Guangzhou,...

    K2M Rhine cervical disc system receives CE mark

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

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

    tetrafuse

    RTI Surgical showcase clinical data at NASS 2019

    CIMZIA effective in treating axial spondyloarthritis patients

    Looks do matter—patients claim what doctors wear is important

    Researchers trace the history behind JFK’s four spine surgeries

    European Commission approves Prolia for patients with glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis

    K2M logo

    K2M launches Everest minimally invasive XTower instrumentation