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FDA approves Titan Spine Endoskeleton TA device
28th January 2009
Pioneer Surgical Technology launches SlimFuse system
28th January 2009
Inion receives 510k for biodegradable graft Containment systems
28th January 2009
Impliant launches less-invasive TOPS spine system
28th January 2009
CE Mark for SpineAlign vertebral body replacement system
28th January 2009
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ArthroCare launches Quantum Pump Arthroscopy System in Europe
28th January 2009
Nexgen Spine gains CE Mark for the Physio-L artificial disc
28th January 2009
First patients treated with TranS1 percutaneous nucleus replacement
28th January 2009
Biocomposites gains 510k for geneX putty
28th January 2009
Pioneer receives 510(k) clearance to market FortrOss bone void filler
28th January 2009
Scient’x launches Tribeca TLIF cage system
28th January 2009
Medtronic launches Discyphor Direct catheter system
28th January 2009
CE mark for the Amedica’s Valeo implant system
6th February 2009
NuBac nucleus replacement approved for IDE pivotal study
6th February 2009
Centinel Spine commences US evaluation of the Stalif C
6th February 2009
Pioneer announces human implants of new nanOss device
6th February 2009
Integra LifeSciences launches Accell Evo3
6th February 2009
FDA 510(k) clearance for SEEplate cervical plate system
6th February 2009
US Spine receives clearance for Preference 2 system
6th February 2009
Interventional Spine introduces the Perpos fusion facet prep kit
6th February 2009
Injectable bone substitute receives EU approval
6th February 2009
FDA clears Biospace med’s new 3D x-ray imaging system
6th February 2009
Eden Spine receives CE mark for Wellex
6th February 2009
Eden Spine receives CE mark for Wellex
6th February 2009
Mazor Surgical Technologies’s C-InSight launched at NASS
6th February 2009
Osteotech receives ISO certification for quality management systems
19th February 2009
Balloon kyphoplasty superior to non-surgical care for vertebral compression fractures
26th February 2009
Artificial Disc Replacement scores over Spinal Fusion surgery, suggests study
5th March 2009
Zoarski asks “Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty: Who decides?”
22nd April 2009
Oxygen-ozone treatment for herniated discs will soon become standard in the...
13th March 2009
Ozone treatment for herniated discs will soon become standard in the...
13th March 2009
High-viscosity cement shows comparable leakage rate to kyphoplasty
16th March 2009
Alphatec Spine licenses new technology to treat lumbar spinal stenosis
17th March 2009
Vertebroplasty gives long-lasting pain relief: Tanigawa
18th March 2009
Salient launches new device to improve patient outcomes in spine surgery
23rd March 2009
Calcium phosphate cements are poor injectables, says Bohner
24th March 2009
Bonesupport gets EU product approval for Cerament Bone Void Filler
25th March 2009
Osseon announces the commercial release of their Osseoflex and Osseoperm
20th March 2009
British spine societies merge
27th March 2009
ApaTech launches Actifuse Shape in Europe
27th March 2009
Potential 32% miss-rate for caudal epidurals placed “blind”, says study
23rd April 2009
Strong evidence that routine imaging for low- back pain is not...
23rd April 2009
Independent FDA panel votes 6-1 against Stryker’s bone-growth putty
2nd April 2009
Scient’x introduces Isobar TTL In lumbar fusion system in Europe
2nd April 2009
Orthovita submits additional data to FDA to get 510(k) for Cortoss...
15th April 2009
DePuy begins testing rhGDF-5 for degenerative disc disease
21st April 2009
Interventional Spine begins clinical study for percutaneous treatment of DDD in...
23rd April 2009
Virtual tool trains for spinal anaesthesia without putting patients at risk
24th April 2009
Mixed results for X-stop in spinal stenosis
21st April 2009
K2M launches next generation biomaterial at Spine Arthroplasty Society Meeting
1st May 2009
FDA approves new treatment for disc nucleus regeneration for Phase I...
1st May 2009
Medtronic introduces Peek Prevail device for cervical spine surgery
5th May 2009
NuVasive acquires Cervitech
6th May 2009
Orthofix International announces limited market release of Trinity Evolution
11th May 2009
Integra LifeSciences Launches Coral Coral Extended Tab Spinal Screw series
11th May 2009
Medtronic receives FDA approval for Bryan cervical disc system
22nd June 2009
Alphatec Spine’s OsseoFix is on an uptake roll
24th June 2009
Synthes releases statement on U.S. Government indictment
2nd July 2009
Applied Spine Technologies to restart U.S. clinical trial for Stabilimax NZ...
2nd July 2009
Life Spine announces FDA clearance of FS3 minimally invasive spinal system
13th July 2009
Orthofix International announces development and marketing agreement with Stout Medical...
24th July 2009
FDA classifies Medtronic’s voluntary February recall of Intrepid Intervertebral Body Fusion...
24th July 2009
Orthofix International appoints former Stryker executive as president of spinal implants...
19th August 2009
DuraSeal spine sealant gets FDA nod
10th September 2009
US markets for spinal motion preservation to reach $2.54 billion by...
14th September 2009
Medtronic introduces Kyphon Express System in Europe for minimally invasive spinal...
24th September 2009
Surgeons and family physicians not up-to-date with low back pain guidelines
2nd October 2009
Scient’x launches Isobar Evolution
7th October 2009
US Spine Launches Javelin MIS locking facet system
26th October 2009
Minimus Spine gets its first US patent for spinal ozone technology
26th October 2009
Custom Spine Receives 510k Clearance of Regent ACP
11th November 2009
Stryker announces agreements to acquire assets
16th November 2009
Medtronic Introduces Mastergraft strip for spinal surgery
16th November 2009
Discovery of thoracic spine abnormality resolves undiagnosed pain, in mostly younger...
18th November 2009
Applied Spine Technologies’ Stabilimax dynamic spine system selected as best new...
23rd November 2009
Ellipse Technologies receives CE Mark for the MAGEC system which treats...
30th November 2009
Overweight children may develop back pain and spinal abnormalities
30th November 2009
Percutaneous disc decompression better than conservative treatment for long-term back pain...
1st December 2009
Society of Interventional Radiology releases commentary on NEJM vertebroplasty trials
2nd December 2009
Minimally invasive spine surgery gains ground at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia
4th December 2009
Connection between depression and osteoporosis detailed by Hebrew University...
7th December 2009
Applied Spine announces first use of Stabilimax System in South Africa
9th December 2009
Successful study regarding the treatment of chronic facet syndrome with Curavisc
15th December 2009
Ellipse Technologies announces the world’s first remote control, expandable/reversible device used...
16th December 2009
Medtronic introduces the Sovereign spinal system for lumbar surgery
6th January 2010
TranS1 partners with Life Spine to distribute Avatar, a new minimally...
8th January 2010
Integra LifeSciences announces first surgery with Paramount pedicle screw system for...
13th January 2010
Trial of new osteoporosis drug beginning
19th January 2010
Spinal cement provides real support for cancer patients
18th January 2010
SIR supports vertebroplasty for painful spine fractures, says patient selection is...
20th January 2010
Integra LifeSciences announces first surgery with Coral Spinal System for minimally...
22nd January 2010
ACDF procedure probable cause of postoperative dysphagia
29th January 2010
Life Spine announces FDA clearance of Dyna-link spinal system and Presidio...
1st February 2010
Signus Medical announced the release of the DIALOG Sacroiliac Joint Fusion...
18th February 2010
SAGE launches new journal on geriatric orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation
23rd February 2010
Baxter and ApaTech announce Definitive Agreement
2nd March 2010
Stryker Interventional Spine launches VertaPlex
3rd March 2010
Alphatec Spine announces expiration of Hart-Scott-Rodino Review Period for acquisition of...
3rd March 2010
X-spine announces exclusive license with Gamma Spine for minimally-invasive spinal technology
11th March 2010
DFine launches next generation access system for RF Kyphoplasty
6th April 2010
Could Contour-assisted vertebral augmentation be an alternative to kyphoplasty?
19th April 2010
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19th April 2010
FREE of pain faster with kyphoplasty
19th April 2010
Gather the evidence!
19th April 2010
Stryker Interventional Spine Launches iVAS inflatable vertebral augmentation system
20th April 2010
Flexuspine gets FDA conditional nod to begin feasibility study in USA
27th April 2010
Interventional Spine announces first US implant of Renew to treat lumbar...
27th April 2010
Parallax Contour ” a new device for mechanical void creation...
28th April 2010
Kyphoplasty market war “balloons” as competition hots up
28th April 2010
Boston Scientific begins groundbreaking clinical trial comparing spinal cord stimulation to...
12th May 2010
Encourage healthy lifestyles to treat teenagers with back pain
7th June 2010
Complex low back surgery – Sharp spike, but is there a...
5th July 2010
SpineUniverse launches interactive discussion with case study library
12th July 2010
ProDisc-L safe at five years
12th July 2010
Aesculap launches S4 cannulated pedicle screw system
20th July 2010
DePuy Spine launches Expedium VBS Set
28th July 2010
Medtronic to buy Osteotech
16th August 2010
Spine surgery complications underestimated
18th August 2010
World’s first human stem cell trial is on again
18th August 2010
HyperBranch develops new hydrogel and applicator
18th August 2010
Department of Defense Gives $5.4 Million to Spinal Cord Injury Research
23rd August 2010
Does Vertos II give vertebroplasty a much-needed boost?
1st September 2010
K2M Receives 510(k) clearance for Chesapeake Anterior-Lumbar Stabilisation System
8th September 2010
Minimally invasive surgery is muscle sparing
28th September 2010
Can heat shock proteins protect disc cells against death?
28th September 2010
New horizons – Vertebral body stenting
28th September 2010
NeoDisc trial results show high success rate
28th September 2010
Time might tell if TDR or fusion is more cost-effective
28th September 2010
Europe’s first and only, truly global, spine registry
28th September 2010
Latest trends in spinal medicine
28th September 2010
Medtronic announces new curette for treatment of vertebral compression fractures
14th October 2010
Mazor’s SpineAssist shown to increase accuracy and success of minimally...
17th November 2010
Medtronic introduces the Sovereign Spinal System for lumbar surgery in Europe
22nd November 2010
X-spine gets FDA clearance for Axle Interspinous Fusion System
1st December 2010
Spinal cord injury patient treated with non-matched adult stem cells
13th December 2010
Centinel Spine’s Stalif C reaches 1,500 implant milestone
20th December 2010
Joe Ross is vice president of LDR Spine’s US Marketing
4th January 2011
First three-level guided lumbar interbody fusion procedure performed using ARC portal...
6th January 2011
Medtronic launches the Peek Prevail device for cervical spine surgery in...
6th January 2011
Does obesity affect outcomes in the lumbar spine patient?
7th January 2011
Surgical treatment for cervical spondylotic myelopathy shows sustained clinical improvement
7th January 2011
SyncMedical receives ANVISA regulatory approval to offer spine and internal medicine...
11th January 2011
Globus Medical announces the acquisition of Facet Solutions
17th January 2011
Orthofix International has new chief operating officer
18th January 2011
CD Horizon system pedicle screw gets 510K FDA clearance
18th January 2011
Intravertebral plate and cage system for lumbar interbody fusion is a...
20th January 2011
Complication rates vary after paediatric surgery
27th January 2011
Complications in minimally invasive spine surgery
25th January 2011
Mazor Robotics receives FDA approval for robotic-guided surgical implants
25th January 2011
The importance of having class I data for ACDF outcomes
27th January 2011
New study shows DNA test highly accurate in predicting curve progression...
27th January 2011
Medtronic announces launch of the CD Horizon Solera spinal system
31st January 2011
LDR submits premarket approval to the FDA for Mobi-C cervical artificial...
2nd February 2011
Positive discography highly predictive of clinical outcomes after surgery
4th February 2011
FDA-IDE study finds vertebroplasty with Cortoss has better patient outcomes
7th February 2011
Re-operation rate for lumbar total disc replacement lower than instrumented lumbar...
8th February 2011
VertiFlex announces financing and new investor support for its Superion IDE...
10th February 2011
Court confirms Globus device infringes Medtronic patents
14th February 2011
Mazor Robotics signs distribution agreements for SpineAssist in The Netherlands and...
14th February 2011
Curasan AG signs sales agreement with Stryker S.A.
15th February 2011
Kyphon Balloon Kyphoplasty found beneficial for treating spinal fractures in cancer...
21st February 2011
Total disc arthroplasty does not affect incidence of adjacent segment degeneration...
23rd February 2011
Minimally invasive surgery for spinal fractures shows better outcomes than non-surgical...
25th February 2011
ArthroCare receives FDA clearance for its second generation device for vertebral...
28th February 2011
Integra LifeSciences acquires license agreement with Stout Medical to develop an...
10th March 2011
FDA approves the TM-S Trabecular Metal Cervical Interbody Fusion device
10th March 2011
University of California, Irvine Medical Center purchases a SpineAssist unit
14th March 2011
K2M receives CE mark for Ravine Lateral Access and Aleutian Lateral...
16th March 2011
Medtronic launches the Atlantis Vision Elite Anterior Cervical Plate System in...
16th March 2011
Results from two studies demonstrate Vertos Medical’s mild procedure is safe...
16th March 2011
Discs masquerading as tumours remain a diagnostic challenge
16th March 2011
Medtronic launches Vertex Select Chromaloy Plus Rods
18th March 2011
Artificial disc replacement is cost-effective and provides better long term results...
25th March 2011
Pioneer Surgical launches Streamline TL spinal fixation system
28th March 2011
CareFusion launches vertebral balloon giving surgeons more options to treat spinal...
30th March 2011
FDA clears Solus anterior lumbar interbody fusion system
5th April 2011
Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion shows cost-effectiveness for patients with back and...
14th April 2011
Novel spinal neuromodulation device relieves pain in low back pain patients
15th April 2011
Modern surgery for scoliosis has good long-term outcomes
18th April 2011
Endovertebral prosthesis assisted vertebroplasty is safe and effective long-term
21st April 2011
Obesity, depression distinguish outcomes of scoliosis surgery
21st April 2011
Low, not no infection rate for spinal surgery
21st April 2011
Synthes is “in discussion” with J&J
21st April 2011
FDA clears Vexim’s Cohesion cement
27th April 2011
FDA clears the Everest Degenerative spinal system
4th May 2011
Zimmer introduces new generation of the Wallis dynamic stabilisation system in...
4th May 2011
Johnson & Johnson and Synthes announce definitive merger agreement
4th May 2011
SpineAssist receives CE mark for use in brain operations
4th May 2011
Benvenue Medical closes US$35.5 million financing to complete its KAST trial...
5th May 2011
Spinal manipulation proves equally beneficial as surgery in sciatica treatment
11th May 2011
Stryker to acquire Orthovita
17th May 2011
Mazor Robotics launches Renaissance
15th June 2011
Synthes and Eli Lilly sign development and collaboration agreement
14th June 2011
10,000th US patient treated with AxiaLIF lower lumbar fusion technology
15th June 2011
Major complications seen in 7.6% of adult spinal deformity surgeries
15th June 2011
Study urges spine surgeons to counsel male patients on risk of...
17th June 2011
SeaSpine acquired by Integra LifeSciences
20th June 2011
New sealant gel is effective in closing spinal wounds following surgery,...
22nd June 2011
Transforaminal endoscopic approach “effective” in treating most common causes of failed...
1st July 2011
Surgery improves quality of life in patients with spinal metastases
1st July 2011
Infuse is safe to use, says Medtronic CEO
1st July 2011
Medtronic launches inflatable bone tamp and Syringe system for vertebral compression...
6th July 2011
Olympus Biotech International introduces bone growth factor eptotermin alfa in Europe
11th July 2011
FDA clears neurostimulation lead delivery system
13th July 2011
Magnetically controlled growing rod technique is safe and effective in treating...
19th July 2011
Japan gives Shonin approval to Alphatec’s Illico SE posterior fixation percutaneous...
20th July 2011
MedSolutions launches Spine Surgery Management Programme
22nd July 2011
Dtrax facet system gets CE mark approval
27th July 2011
Alphatec comments on FDA’s letter regarding PureGen product for spinal fusion...
28th July 2011
DePuy opens institute for orthopaedic and neurological care in India
29th July 2011
Antifibrinolytics safely reduce blood loss in patients undergoing adolescent idiopathic scoliosis...
3rd August 2011
Reducing the risk of infection in spinal metastases surgery: is minimally...
3rd August 2011
Insights and controversies in the management of Scheuermann’s kyphosis
3rd August 2011
Initial study shows promise of non-invasive growth rod in early onset...
3rd August 2011
Alphatec Holdings elects Leslie H Cross chairman of the Board of...
8th August 2011
Spine Pain Management (SPIN) opens new affiliated centre in USA
8th August 2011
Yale University to start independent, systematic reviews of Medtronic’s Infuse bone...
8th August 2011
Misonix completes BoneScalpel ultrasonic bone cutting system registration in Brazil
9th August 2011
Integra LifeSciences launches an integrated plate and cervical interbody fixation system
10th August 2011
Boston Scientific launches Neuromodulation Learning Institute
12th August 2011
Misonix adds debris removal technology to its BoneScalpel surgical platfom
15th August 2011
FDA approves IDE study to evaluate the Intracept system for treatment...
17th August 2011
Vertebroplasty and balloon kyphoplasty are relatively safe in the short term,...
18th August 2011
Biostat System pilot study shows positive outcomes after 2-year follow up
19th August 2011
nanOss cervical interbody fusion device available in Europe
19th August 2011
UK regulatory body recommends golimumab for ankylosing spondylitis
25th August 2011
Long-term spinal manipulation therapy is beneficial in patients with non-specific chronic...
25th August 2011
Medtronic order independent review of Infuse bone graft
25th August 2011
New beginning programme for spinal cord injuries and disorders is launched
26th August 2011
FDA clears StaXx XDL expandable vertebral body replacement device
30th August 2011
Ascendx VCF repair system and Ascendx Acu-Cut VCF augmentation system receive...
12th September 2011
Clinicians have a long wish list for improving FRAX but, at...
14th September 2011
A substantial number of patients are unnecessarily worried about spine surgery
15th September 2011
Acidic fibroblast growth factor “safe and feasible” in patients with spinal...
15th September 2011
FRAX now available as downloadable desktop application
15th September 2011
New class of stem cell-like cells discovered in spinal cord offers...
16th September 2011
FDA clears TSRH spinal pedicle screws for the treatment of adolescent...
19th September 2011
Universal Clamp spinal fixation system gets paediatric clearance
20th September 2011
PediGuard reduces incidence of misplaced pedicle screws in spine surgery, study...
21st September 2011
First patient enrolled in spinal decompression surgical system trial
22nd September 2011
Hand-held tool reduces screw misplacement in scoliosis patients
28th September 2011
Age and comorbidities increase the risk of postoperative complications
28th September 2011
Medtronic awarded US$101.2 million in damages in first round with NuVasive
28th September 2011
DePuy Spine launches the Viper 3D MIS correction set
29th September 2011
NuVasive signs agreement to acquire Impulse Monitoring
3rd October 2011
FDA clears Endoskeleton TAS anterior fusion device for the lumbar spine
6th October 2011
Image-guided stereotactic radiosurgery effective and feasible for spinal metastases treatment
12th October 2011
Integra LifeSciences launches anterior cervical plating system
12th October 2011
Novel approach for central disc herniation has relative high success rates
13th October 2011
The Spine Journal outlines “fundamental changes” for submitting articles
13th October 2011
The European Federation of the International Association for the Study of...
10th October 2011
K2M to launch a series of products at the North American...
27th October 2011
More research needed on preventing hospitalisation in patients with congenital spine...
27th October 2011
Feeling better is good but feeling good is better
27th October 2011
Study on effect of vibration on spinal implants wins 2011 Grammer...
27th October 2011
Lumbar discectomy performed within six months associated with improved outcomes
1st November 2011
Relievant MedSystems begins SMART trial for the alleviation of chronic low...
2nd November 2011
Medtronic introduces new procedure for minimally invasive spinal fusion
7th November 2011
Medtronic announces launch of the T2 Altitude expandable corpectomy device
3rd November 2011
DFine awarded US Department of Veterans Affairs five-year contract for StabiliT...
4th November 2011
K2M adds two new products to family of Aleutian interbody systems
8th November 2011
DSM’s Dyneema Purity fiber selected for use in SpineWorks, LLC’s new...
9th November 2011
Orthofix International launches Collage synthetic bone graft substitute
9th November 2011
Spine Wave to start NuCore injectable nucleus study for degenerative disc...
10th November 2011
FDA clears ROI-A Oblique anterior lumbar interbody fusion system
11th November 2011
Alphatec Spine introduces new products at NASS
1st November 2011
Spine Wave announces launch of cervical product line
2nd November 2011
DFine initiates PRIORi-T study to evaluate radiofrequency technology for the treatment...
16th November 2011
Winning paper shows that gene therapy may have a role in...
17th November 2011
New study recommends surgical treatment for type II odontoid fractures
17th November 2011
The majority of patients with traumatic spinal cord injury have an...
17th November 2011
Spinal News International’s editor-in-chief Gunnar Andersson wins recognition award at NASS
17th November 2011
FDA clears Calix PC implant system
18th November 2011
FDA approves AdaptiveStim neurostimulation device for chronic back or leg pain...
21st November 2011
Viper Cortical Fix fenestrated screw system launched in Europe
22nd November 2011
Education, independent mobility, and living independently predicts employment after spinal cord...
1st December 2011
Physical capacity of girls with moderate scoliosis is considerably lower than...
1st December 2011
Low magnitude whole body vibration does not improve bone density or...
1st December 2011
DFine receives medical device license for the StabiliT system in Canada...
7th December 2011
Ascendx Spine begins European distribution of products to treat vertebral compression...
8th December 2011
FDA clears Axle-Peek interspinous fusion system for treatment of disc disease
9th December 2011
FDA approves Boston Scientific’s Infinion 16 Percutaneous Lead for Precision Plus...
9th December 2011
DePuy Spine launches new system for neuromuscular scoliosis
7th December 2011
Exactech launches posterior cervical fusion system
13th December 2011
Spinal Kinetics wins in Synthes patent suit
15th December 2011
Cadisc-C cervical spinal disc gets CE mark
16th December 2011
SpinalCyte receives notice of acceptance on Australian patent for spinal disc...
19th December 2011
Good method but bad results for stem cell, spinal cord study...
20th December 2011
Cost-effectiveness in balloon kyphoplasty not proven
20th December 2011
Mazor Robotics enters US spine ambulatory surgery centre market with the...
21st December 2011
Integra LifeSciences announces new president and CEO
3rd January 2012
Alphatec Spine and Cross Medical Products settle license agreement dispute
6th January 2012
Pioneer Surgical announces first human use of nanOss Bioactive 3D
12th January 2012
Treatment effect of surgery for intervertebral disc herniation better for married...
17th January 2012
Spinal manipulation more effective for acute and subacute neck pain than...
17th January 2012
Spinal surgeons do not agree about which tests to use to...
17th January 2012
Zimmer announces acquisition of Synvasive Technology
18th January 2012
InVivo Therapeutics, Geisinger Health System to conduct preclinical study of injectable...
20th January 2012
Choice Spine launches Starfire pedicle screw system
24th January 2012
FDA clears Aquamantys SBS 5.0 sheathed bipolar sealer for spine surgery
23rd January 2012
Alphatec Spine appoints new senior director of Investor Relations
19th January 2012
FDA clears Opticage body fusion device for treatment of degenerative disc...
27th January 2012
FDA clears Prow Fusion lumbar interbody fusion device
2nd February 2012
Significantly lower torque needed to insert pedicle screws in patients with...
2nd February 2012
Overweight and obese individuals are significantly more likely to have lumbar...
2nd February 2012
Elevated surgical invasiveness increases the risk of complications in five organ...
2nd February 2012
Interventional Spine gets US patent for the Opticage expandable interbody fusion...
3rd February 2012
Boston Scientific announces CE mark approval and European launch of Infinion...
6th February 2012
SurgLine supplies first spinal implants in USA
7th February 2012
FDA grants Eden Spine 510(K) clearance for its new vertebral body...
9th February 2012
iO-Flex system for lumbar spinal stenosis gets Health Canada approval
10th February 2012
CEO of Stryker resigns
13th February 2012
Corentec launches Corentec America at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons...
13th February 2012
Titan Spine acquires additional patent protection for its spinal implant surface...
16th February 2012
Charity raises funds for spinal cord injury research project
16th February 2012
Preoperative embolization may reduce intraoperative blood loss during palliative surgery for...
22nd February 2012
Spinal cord stimulation with multiplecolumn configuration produces bilateral lumbar or dorsolumbar...
23rd February 2012
BMP use has equivalent outcome on fusion in the long term
27th February 2012
Ascendex gets FDA clearance to market Acu-Cut vertebral augmentation system
24th February 2012
Study supports the use of radiofrequency ablation of the lateral branches...
27th February 2012
A novel magnetic resonance imaging technique may provide objective tests to...
28th February 2012
Santorini corpectomy cage systems get FDA 510(k) clearance
1st March 2012
A different approach to lumbar epidural steroid injections improves the quality...
27th February 2012
Osseon Therapuetics partner with Aesculap to distribute its vertebral compression fracture...
2nd March 2012
Orthofix International announces new executive to Lead Stimulation Business
5th March 2012
Lumbar kyphosis increases the risk of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
8th March 2012
Unilateral transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion produces better results than bilateral transforaminal...
8th March 2012
Patients want information on specific exercises following spinal surgery
8th March 2012
More not less bone mineral testing is needed
8th March 2012
Amedica announces launch of new facet joint implant
13th March 2012
Florida Hospital acquires robotic Renaissance system
12th March 2012
Interventional Spine to present PerX360 at ISASS
19th March 2012
Simpirica Spine to start US IDE pivotal study of LimiFlex spinal...
16th March 2012
Cooled radiofrequency therapy for low back pain shows positive outcomes
14th March 2012
First US patient treated with the Star ablation system for spinal...
15th March 2012
CD Horizon BalanC Spinal System launched with CE mark at ISASS...
22nd March 2012
New technique safely allows lateral interbody fusion without the need for...
28th March 2012
Vertebral augmentation procedures provide greater pain relief than non-surgical management
28th March 2012
White patients report better results from spinal surgery than black patients
28th March 2012
Data presented at SIR shows positive outcomes with radiofrequency targeted vertebral...
27th March 2012
Benvenue Medical launches Blazer Vertebral Augmentation System at SIR
28th March 2012
Ascendx Spine expands distribution network to Austria, Germany and Switzerland
29th March 2012
Misonix announces new distribution agreement for Ecuador
29th March 2012
Cutting Edge Spine introduces E-Vol system for spinal fusion
2nd April 2012
Expanding Orthopedics granted a US Patent for expandable device for vertebral...
10th April 2012
Misonix announces government services partnership with Technical Communities
4th April 2012
New Jersey Spine and Rehabilitation Surgical Center achieves AAAHC accreditation
5th April 2012
Encouraging results for new interspinous system for lumbar spinal stenosis
19th April 2012
Minimally invasive discectomy is as effective as open discectomy for improvement...
19th April 2012
Etanercept is no better than placebo for the treatment of subacute...
19th April 2012
eSpin discectomy device gets CE mark approval
19th April 2012
ROI-C Lordotic Cervical Cage gets FDA clearance
24th April 2012
DFine awarded US contract by Premier healthcare alliance
26th April 2012
Mazor Robotics announces purchase agreement with NSH Michigan
23rd April 2012
Medicon eG launches mediRod pedicle screw system
1st May 2012
Medtronic announces launch of the Powerease system for reconstructive spine surgery
1st May 2012
Segmental self growing rod construct is a “powerful, definitive technique”
4th May 2012
Hypovitaminosis D may be a risk factor for recurrent fracture after...
4th May 2012
High prevalence of dysfunctional sleep even in patients with spinal cord...
4th May 2012
Radiation exposure in scoliosis surgery – Is it a concern?
4th May 2012
Ranier’s Cadisc clinical results to be presented at Spineweek
15th May 2012
Age UK calls on practitioners to host bone boosting activities for...
9th May 2012
Baxano completes enrolment in iO-Flex study of spinal decompression
23rd May 2012
C-OnSite enhancement added to Renaissance robotic guidance system for spine procedures
24th May 2012
Single-session and multiple-session stereotactic radiosurgery are both effective approaches
25th May 2012
Intriguing data from EFORT
25th May 2012
British Association of Spinal Surgeons to launch new registry
25th May 2012
The effect of obesity on surgery depends on the spinal condition
25th May 2012
Solvay launches new radio visible grade of Zeniva PEEK for implantable...
28th May 2012
Coflex interlaminar implant study shows equivalent or superior results to posterior...
7th June 2012
Low-cost Indian implants are a “safe and viable” option
7th June 2012
Conservative treatment is best option for prostate cancer patients with spinal...
7th June 2012
Surgery for spinal tumours is associated with a high risk of...
8th June 2012
K2M launches MESA small stature
11th June 2012
Zimmer introduces a new porous metal interbody implant for lumbar spine
1st June 2012
Micromedical Implantes to distribute Misonix’s SonicOne in Brazil
12th June 2012
Korean FDA clears Renaissance robotic platform
14th June 2012
Spinal fusion surgery does not increase the risk of stroke
18th June 2012
Doctors and nurses working in spinal cord injury centres have poor...
19th June 2012
Percutaneous vertebroplasty can be safely performed up to 12 months after...
20th June 2012
A smartphone is an equivalent Cobb measurement tool to the manual...
20th June 2012
Johnson & Johnson acquires Synthes
15th June 2012
DFine presented pre-clinical data of Star Tumor Ablation System at WCIO
21st June 2012
Paradigm Spine announces results from coflex IDE study
19th June 2012
FDA approves Lyrica for management of neuropathic pain associated with spinal...
2nd July 2012
VEO minimally invasive lateral access fusion system gets CE mark approval
3rd July 2012
Collaborative Spine Research Foundation invites all stakeholders to participate in setting...
6th July 2012
Stryker initiates voluntary product recall of modular-neck stem
9th July 2012
Abbott receives positive opinion for Humira in non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis from...
26th June 2012
Ascendx Spine expands its distribution network in Europe
10th July 2012
K2M launches Vesuvius Osteobiologic and Vikos Allograft Systems
10th July 2012
FDA introduces new safety measures for extended-release and long-acting opioid medications
11th July 2012
Denosumab significantly increased bone mineral density in men
6th July 2012
Do omega 3 and turmeric have a role in promoting neuroprotection?
12th July 2012
Percutaneous anterior transarticular screw fixation may play a more important role...
10th July 2012
New risk classification rule for scoliosis progression identified
12th July 2012
Misonix participates in Cleveland Clinic Spine Review
16th July 2012
Boston Scientific announces promising clinical data on new products at the...
19th July 2012
Positive study results on XPED Expanding Pedicle Screw System presented at...
20th July 2012
Medtronic launches CD Horizon Solera 5.5/6.0 System
20th July 2012
Scoliosis patients with cerebral palsy have significantly more blood loss than...
25th July 2012
Low risk of “catastrophic” complications with minimally invasive lateral lumbar interbody...
25th July 2012
Perform spinal decompression surgery within first 72 hours
26th July 2012
Cost-effectiveness of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is “acceptable”
26th July 2012
Life Spine awarded fourth patent for its Interspinous portfolio
7th August 2012
Alphatec Spine appoints Luke T Faulstick to board of directors
8th August 2012
Misonix adds 6 Spine Sales agencies in the USA
8th August 2012
UK’s NICE releases guideline to support people with incontinence who have...
8th August 2012
FDA clears Medtronic’s bipolar sealer with cutting for orthopaedic surgery
31st July 2012
Spinal Elements launches Ti-Bond, Titanium Porous Coating for its Lucent PEEK...
2nd August 2012
InVivo Therapeutics neurosurgeon receives MDHonors grant to further spinal cord injury...
14th August 2012
Ulrich medical USA launches golden gate lateral plate system
15th August 2012
Limited “but real” potential for EEG-based brain-computer interface in chronic tetraplegics
15th August 2012
Pre-pubertal spinal cord injury may affect sperm count
16th August 2012
In-hospital, postoperative radiographs after single-level spinal fusion may not be necessary
16th August 2012
An absence of clinical signs does not exclude the risk of...
16th August 2012
K2M and Cadwell Laboratories sign partnership
16th August 2012
NICE continues to recommend denosumab for most cancer patients with bone...
20th August 2012
Alphatec Spine launches BridgePoint Spinous Process Fixation System
23rd August 2012
Continuous spinal cord stimulation improves heart function
29th August 2012
W-shape fractures have the best indications for kyphoplasty
28th August 2012
Comorbidities increase the risk of surgical site infections
24th August 2012
Low-dose CT scanning reduces radiation exposure without increasing complication rate
31st August 2012
Children are more likely to inherit scoliosis from their fathers than...
31st August 2012
Precision Plus Spinal Cord Stimulator System receives CE mark approval as...
30th August 2012
FDA clears Avenue L Lateral Lumbar Cage System
5th September 2012
Spinal cord injury supplement highlighted in Journal of Neurosurgery
3rd September 2012
K2M launches Serengeti Complex Spine Minimally Invasive Retractor System
5th September 2012
Osseon Therapeutics appoints new chief operating officer
7th September 2012
Doubt cast on “gold standard” stand-alone autograft fusion technique
10th September 2012
Hospital floor may be best place for post-operative scoliosis patients
14th September 2012
Ascendx Spine begins commercialisation of Ascendx VCF Repair System in Europe
12th September 2012
75th patient treated with the PerX360° Percutaneous Lumbar Fusion System
23rd August 2012
Nexxt Spine gets FDA clearance for spinal implants made of Solvay’s...
18th September 2012
K2M receives paediatric FDA clearance for Mesa and Rail 4D spinal...
19th September 2012
DFine announces full commercial distribution of the Star Tumor Ablation System...
20th September 2012
FDA clears eSPIN discectomy system
21st September 2012
Aspen Fusion System shows positive results in lumbar fusion
27th September 2012
Transgenomic completes acquisition of ScoliScore Prognostic Scoliosis Test
1st October 2012
Spinal Elements to launch Hero Allograft
3rd October 2012
Medtronic to acquire China Kanghui Holdings
28th September 2012
Medtronic launches Bryan Cervical Disc with ACD Instrument Set
9th October 2012
Secure-C Cervical Artificial Disc receives FDA premarket approval
10th October 2012
Canadia C-Spine rule may have better diagnostic accuracy than NEXUS criteria...
11th October 2012
Paediatric patients have abnormally elevated levels of titanium and niobium after...
11th October 2012
Baxter appoints two new directors to its board
27th September 2012
First patient implanted with Alphatec’s NEXoss nanostructure bio-active matrix
18th September 2012
Hensler Surgical Products to exhibit the Hensler Bone Press at NASS
11th October 2012
Vidacare Corporation introduces new accessory tray for access and biopsy of...
11th October 2012
Medtronic launches Catalyst mobile educational centres for spinal surgeons
23rd October 2012
Spinal Elements announces special events and interactive exhibit at NASS 2012
18th October 2012
New Solvay study affirms compatibility of medical-grade polymers with Sterrad sterilisation
18th October 2012
Renaissance guidance system for spine procedures to be introduced in Japan
23rd October 2012
Wall Street Journal rewards OnControl Bone Marrow System and EZ-IO Intraosseous...
17th October 2012
US Senate Finance Committee members reveal investigation into Medtronic “manipulated studies”...
25th October 2012
FDA approves VisuALIF Challenging Access Plate
26th October 2012
Clinical studies on LDR’s Mobi-C cervical disc presented at NASS
31st October 2012
DePuy Synthes Spine launches first access system for minimally invasive posterior-lateral...
1st November 2012
Epidural steroidal injections may increase the risk of vertebral fractures
1st November 2012
Long-term data shows that non-operative treatment may be better than operative...
1st November 2012
Medtronic introduces Anchor FS Facet Fixation System at NASS
24th October 2012
Treatment to tackle ‘skeletal-related events’ in some cancer patients gets green...
26th October 2012
Medtronic introduces Olif25 procedure for minimally invasive spinal fusion at NASS
25th October 2012
Multiple failed previous surgeries should not be a barrier to further...
1st November 2012
FDA clears the Fortex CoCr Rod System and the Certex Cervico-thoracic...
5th November 2012
Alphatec Spine completes asset acquisition of Phygen
8th November 2012
LDR receives approvable letter from FDA for two-level Mobi-C Cervical Disc
9th November 2012
“If you really want to mess things up, pick the wrong...
15th November 2012
NICE releases draft guidance recommending vertebroplasty and balloon kyphoplasty for fractured...
5th November 2012
2,000 NuNec Cervical Disc Arthroplasty devices implanted in EMEA markets
13th November 2012
Testing pain killers on humans may be cost effective and speed...
20th November 2012
Spinal Elements launches nationwide “Pledge to be a Hero” programme
28th November 2012
Multilevel fusion has similar outcomes to single-level fusion but increases operating...
29th November 2012
Surgery for spinal metastases may indirectly prolong survival
30th November 2012
Siemens introduces Cios Alpha, a C-arm used in trauma surgery and...
26th November 2012
Precision Spectra Spinal Cord Stimulator System gets the CE mark
10th December 2012
Medtronic launches Cervical FacetLiftSM ID/S surgical technique
7th December 2012
Max Reinhardt: new worldwide president of Depuy Synthes Spine
12th December 2012
Administrative data sets may overestimate the rate of readmission following spinal...
13th December 2012
Smoking cessation programmes are useful for patients with painful spinal disorders
14th December 2012
Two-year outcomes of patients treated with iFuse Implant System for degenerative...
19th December 2012
NuVasive spinal implants for posterior spine fusion procedures cleared for use...
20th December 2012
Lanx launches patient education website on minimally invasive spinal fusion
21st December 2012
FDA 510(k) clearance for the Mini-Max Minimally Invasive Access System, Precision...
21st December 2012
Biba Medical says thank-you to our readers
3rd January 2013
Alphatec Spine receives FDA 510(K) market clearance for two new products
4th January 2013
Mazor Robotics announces Foundation Surgical Hospital of San Antonio has purchased...
4th January 2013
EOS imaging system installed at hospital for special surgery in New...
11th January 2013
VertiFlex announces FDA clearance of two key additions to its technology...
11th January 2013
Solvay Specialty Polymers announces availability of Solviva biomaterials in China
11th January 2013
Study demonstrates 94% improvement in back and leg pain for patients...
18th January 2013
Revision open transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion does not increase risk of...
21st January 2013
Disproportion of endplates may be a significant and independent risk factor...
21st January 2013
Misonix BoneScalpel subject of new clinical paper
30th January 2013
Mazor Robotics’ Renaissance technology receives Health Canada license
30th January 2013
Medtronic initiates landmark study of neurostimulation therapy for failed back surgery...
30th January 2013
Amedica announces new additions to its executive team
5th February 2013
Integra LifeSciences announces three-year contract with Premier Healthcare alliance
5th February 2013
Chronic pain treatments are failing European patients
5th February 2013
Mizuho Osi opens London showroom
30th November 2012
Baxano’s iO-Tome device receives FDA clearance
10th October 2012
Orthofix launches its Construx mini PEEK titanium composite spacer system
10th January 2013
Life Spine begins limited release of lateral solution systems
10th January 2013
Dfine launches StabiliT ERX
30th January 2013
July intake of new residents and fellows has a minimal effect...
5th February 2013
Impact of adult spinal deformity on physical function similar to impact...
5th February 2013
New spacer using Evonik’s Vestakeep PEEK receives FDA approval
14th February 2013
Adjusting the body’s motor reflexes could improve mobility in patients with...
14th February 2013
TranS1 announces coverage milestone
15th February 2013
CE mark for ApiFix’s adolescent idiopathic scoliosis correction system
15th February 2013
Rainer launches new product website
22nd February 2013
TranS1 appoints Mark Stautberg to board of directors
22nd February 2013
3D conformal treatment planning “significantly better” for spinal cord and bowel...
22nd February 2013
New ratio could be used to detect spinal malalignment
22nd February 2013
Ascendx Spine receives the Southeast Medical Device Association “Spotlight” award
28th February 2013
Postmarketing study launched for XPED expanding pedicle screw system
28th February 2013
NuVasive announces first patients in Japan treated with the XLIF surgical...
28th February 2013
SpineGuard receives regulatory clearance to sell its PediGuard platform in Russia
28th February 2013
Many highlights at EFORT 2013
28th February 2013
Amedica receives new patent for an artificial disc
4th March 2013
New results for targeted radiofrequency ablation support its use for treating...
4th March 2013
Studies demonstrate effectiveness of minimally-invasive cooled radiofrequency treatment for low-back pain
4th March 2013
Cumulative low back load is a significant risk factor for low...
6th March 2013
Thickness of fat, not BMI, is a significant risk factor for...
6th March 2013
Lanx announces initial launch of ALTA stand-alone system
6th March 2013
TranS1 announces agreement to acquire Baxano
4th March 2013
Mazor Robotics’ Renaissance technology receives regulatory approval in Australia
11th March 2013
New cervical fusion implant system launched
11th March 2013
Invibio Biomaterial Solutions have reached clearance milestones with approved implantable devices...
15th March 2013
Aspen minimally invasive fusion system associated with improved patient outcomes
12th March 2013
NLT Spine opens a subsidiary in the USA
12th March 2013
FDA approves anterior lumbar interbody fusion device
18th March 2013
Totalis direct decompression system successfully used in first patient
20th March 2013
VEO interbody fusion system uses Zeniva PEEK
20th March 2013
DSM signs licence to allow SpineVision to use Bionate II PCU
20th March 2013
Stryker launches new percutaneous pedicle screw system
20th March 2013
No fault compensation schemes do not affect surgery outcomes
21st March 2013
Lumbar fusion is not necessarily the best option in chronic low...
21st March 2013
Valeo device implanted in 10,000th patient
26th March 2013
Spinal surgery study reports use of BoneScalpel for osteoplastic laminoplasty
26th March 2013
Two patents issued for Hatch Medical’s percutaneous spinal stabilisation system
26th March 2013
AANS and CNS now say no to steroids in acute spinal...
26th March 2013
NuVasive will be at ISASS
28th March 2013
K2M launches Venado foam strips and Venado granules bone graft systems
28th March 2013
Hensler Bone Press will be presented at AANS
18th April 2013
Study supports use of Endoskeleton interbody device
18th April 2013
Boston Scientific launches Fixate Tissue Band in the USA
18th April 2013
Significant palliation of spinal tumours with ablation system
18th April 2013
Higher rates of reoperation with interspinous spacer
18th April 2013
Satisfaction is not a guarantee of quality
18th April 2013
First international conference on PEEK research
24th April 2013
New products added to Vertex Select reconstruction system
2nd May 2013
NuVasive opens new office in Japan
2nd May 2013
K2M launches Vesuvius DBM putty
2nd May 2013
Medications used in discography may contribute to disc degeneration
3rd May 2013
Percutaneous pedicle screw placement significantly increases risk of facet violation
3rd May 2013
FDA approves X-spine’s Zygafix facet fusion system
29th May 2013
Joimax debuts EndoLIF at German neurosurgery conference
29th May 2013
Lanx launches its Timberline lateral modular plate fixation system
29th May 2013
K2M launches MESA small stature system in in Australia, New Zealand,...
29th May 2013
Teriparatide and denosumab combination significantly increases bone mineral density compared with...
30th May 2013
No difference in risk of vertebral artery injury between screw techniques
30th May 2013
Spinal Elements license portfolio of products for the lumbar spine
4th June 2013
NuVasive launches new posterior lumbar fusion procedure
4th June 2013
Still unclear what causes of high prevalence of low back pain...
7th June 2013
Postmarket surveillance data shows low complaint rate with iFUSE implant system
7th June 2013
Rainer’s founding director given Chapman Medal
7th June 2013
Pioneer Surgical Technology announces the launch of Streamline MIS spinal fixation...
12th June 2013
FDA gives 510(k) clearance to Providence Medical Technology’s cervical cage
13th June 2013
New vertebral augmentation system launched
13th June 2013
CE mark for ReDuX Plier instrument for spinal deformity surgery
13th June 2013
Star tumour ablation system offers rapid palliative treatment for radioresistant spinal...
13th June 2013
St Jude Medical signs agreement to distribute Axium neurostimulator system
13th June 2013
rhBMP-2 has little or no clinical benefit over bone graft
19th June 2013
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia installs EOS imaging system
17th June 2013
Osseon launches Osseoflex CD-H hydraulic cement delivery system
17th June 2013
RSB Spine signs exclusive distribution agreement with JMF of Thailand
17th June 2013
Health Canada gives go ahead to expand spine injury study
17th June 2013
US patent for Pediguard pedicle screw
19th June 2013
Worse progression-free survival with grade I spinal ependymomas compared with grade...
19th June 2013
Physiotherapy may empower disc herniation patients
27th June 2013
Globus launches LATIS minimally invasive expandable lumbar interbody spacer
27th June 2013
New bone graft putty to launch with FDA approval
27th June 2013
St Mary’s Healthcare acquires Mazor Robotics’ renaissance system
27th June 2013
Orthofix announces full-market release and launch of Trinity Elite
2nd July 2013
Disc-level canal diameter predicts risk of spinal cord injury after minor...
3rd July 2013
Cannulated Pediguard can now be sold in Mexico
5th July 2013
New expandable lumbar interbody spacer launched
5th July 2013
Further studies needed to justify robot-assisted surgery
5th July 2013
Ken Yamada is new chief operating officer of SpineVision
11th July 2013
NuVasive exhibiting at IMAST
11th July 2013
Medtronic launches new screw for its CD Horizon Solera spinal system
11th July 2013
PCM cervical disc continues to maintain motion at five years
19th July 2013
Four new patents for Titan Spine
19th July 2013
New anterior cervical interbody system launched in USA
19th July 2013
RTI completes acquisition of Pioneer
19th July 2013
Boulder Neurological & Spine Association work alongside Justin Parker Neurological Institute...
19th July 2013
Non-idiopathic form of early onset scoliosis is associated with more complications
19th July 2013
Ultrasonic bone cutting system reduces blood loss
26th July 2013
Success criteria in phase III study of Biostat fibrin sealant not...
26th July 2013
Sintea Plustek launches implants made of Zeniva PEEK resin
26th July 2013
Studies support use of 3D imaging in assessing corrective bracing of...
26th July 2013
New pedicle screw fixation system launched
9th August 2013
First MRI-safe neurostimulation device launched
9th August 2013
New data show Aspen MIS fusion reduces risk of recurrent disc...
9th August 2013
Pelvic-incidence lumbar lordosis mismatch may be a primary surgical indicator for...
9th August 2013
Escaping reality is a poor coping method for dealing with spinal...
9th August 2013
IMRIS obtains CE mark for first ceiling-mounted intraoperative CT solution
14th August 2013
CE mark for new minimally invasive fusion system
21st August 2013
AccuLIF expandable interbody devices are now FDA approved
21st August 2013
FDA approval for the Mobi-C disc at one level
21st August 2013
New spinal surgery table launched
21st August 2013
NuVasive expands and relocates UK office
21st August 2013
NASS raises money for surgical equipment at Shriners Hospital
21st August 2013
Switching to denosumab saves money by preventing skeletal-related events
22nd August 2013
Cooled saline during bone drilling may reduce upper-limb palsy
22nd August 2013
New senior vice president for IlluminOss Medical
5th September 2013
Osseon launches first steerable balloon for managing vertebral compression fractures
5th September 2013
SpineGuard adds new products to its Pediguard platform
5th September 2013
Occupational drivers have a significant risk of low back pain
5th September 2013
Spinal cord injury increases risk of cardiovascular disease
5th September 2013
EUROSPINE wants to become “leading spine society in Europe”
6th September 2013
Benvenue Medical hosting symposium at CIRSE
12th September 2013
New senior vice president for Mazor Robotics
12th September 2013
Joimax will present its MIS fusion system at Eurospine
12th September 2013
New PEEK-based polymer launched
12th September 2013
Slimplicity SOLO anterior cervical plate system is now available in USA
12th September 2013
Titan Spine surface technology may enhance bone growth
12th September 2013
K2M enters spinal device market in France
20th September 2013
Misonix supports Uganda Spine Surgery Mission with Ultrasonic BoneScalpel
20th September 2013
Incidence of spinal trauma has increased in modern warfare
20th September 2013
Improvement with chiropractic treatment is not clinically important
20th September 2013
FDA 510(k) clearance for next generation percutaneous vertebral augmentation
20th September 2013
Allograft product will raise more than US$250,000 for children’s charities
30th September 2013
First surgeries with Precept performed in Japan
30th September 2013
Alphatec to exhibit portfolio of products at EuroSpine
30th September 2013
KIVA vertebral augmentation system lowers cement leakage
4th October 2013
US launch of the XLIF Decade Plate announced
4th October 2013
Deaths due to medical error during spinal surgery are rare
4th October 2013
Apelo MIS Pedicle Screw System launched for percutaneous and mini-open procedures
11th October 2013
SpineGuard to launch two new products from its PediGuard platform at...
11th October 2013
Market launch of three new X-spine spinal implant systems
11th October 2013
Synflate vertebral balloon introduced for osteoporosis-related fractures
11th October 2013
Two-year clinical experiences with Renaissance presented at North American Spine Society...
11th October 2013
mPACT Program for posterior mini-open fixation and fusion procedures launched
11th October 2013
Santorini Small Corpectomy Cage System adds to K2M’s spinal offerings
11th October 2013
William C Watters III named president of North American Spine Society
11th October 2013
Is spinal surgery more risky and less successful than common knee...
11th October 2013
Valeo II fusion device launched
17th October 2013
Antibiotics are insufficient treatment for large epidural abscesses
18th October 2013
Disc degeneration in asymptomatic patients increases risk of low back pain
18th October 2013
Vertebral augmentation increases survival and cost savings
22nd October 2013
Breiten illuminated retractor system launched at NASS
22nd October 2013
First procedure that allows lateral access to all levels of lower...
22nd October 2013
Amedica and K2M partner to expand distribution of silicon nitride interbody...
30th October 2013
SpineGuard obtains regulatory clearance to sell PediGuard Curved and Curved XS...
30th October 2013
Titan Spine and Biomet sign distribution agreement
7th November 2013
Global launch new liquid allograft product
7th November 2013
Helicopters are quicker than ground transportation but do not improve outcomes
8th November 2013
Robot-assisted vertebral augmentation reduces radiation exposure time by 50%
13th November 2013
Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine start using Pediguard
22nd November 2013
Canadian Health Ministry approves NeuRx diaphragm pacing system for spinal cord...
22nd November 2013
Invibio announces news corporate identity
25th November 2013
New study to investigate higher dose of ISIS-SMN in children with...
25th November 2013
Interspinous process device does not improve short-term outcomes for stenosis patients
26th November 2013
Higher incidence of vision loss with surgeries for spinal deformity correction
26th November 2013
Gregory T Lucier to join NuVasive’s board of directors
4th December 2013