
Oxford Performance Materials (OPM) entered into an agreement with VySpine to develop a new spinal implant product line utilizing OPM’s patented OsteoFab® PEKK technology.
The agreement between the companies enables VySpine to develop new interbody devices and other spinal implants featuring OPM’s proprietary 3D printing IP, delivering benefits such as bone-like mechanics, bone ongrowth, radiolucency and antibacterial/antiviral properties, all produced with OPM’s (metal and metallosis-free) OXPEKK® material formulation.
“We are delighted to be making this important announcement with VySpine,” said OPM founder & CEO Scott DeFelice. “OPM has a history of developing industry partnerships with companies dedicated to innovative solutions that push medical device technology forward in ways that improve patient outcomes. VySpine clearly fits that mold.”
Source: Oxford Performance Materials, Inc.
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Julie A. Vetalice is ORTHOWORLD's Editorial Assistant. She has covered the orthopedic industry for over 20 years, having joined the company in 1999.