Big Data, Biologics and Failure Rates Among Significant Interests for Surgeon
"There has never been a greater need for the lowest rates of failure possible," says Dr. Adolph J. Yates. "Proven...
Oct 05 2018,
Digital Tech
AIRO Focuses on Robotic, Artificial Intelligence Application for Joint Reconstruction
Brett Robertson, Managing Director for the Australian Institute of Robotic Orthopaedics, explains how AIRO is leveraging decades of orthopaedic expertise...
Sep 21 2018,
Robotics in Orthopaedic Surgery: Answers to Three Questions
We examine the players and products, address data and adoption, and look at who is driving the push toward the...
May 22 2018,
Sensors: Conducting MEMS Research and Fabrication in Open-Use Facilities
Microelectro mechanical systems (MEMS) are an exciting and innovative technology that can bring increased functionality and capability to medical device...
Feb 19 2018,
Startup Aims to Monitor Joint Loosening and Infection with Implantable Sensors
Synergistic Biosensors is working with RTI International and the North Carolina State University Department of Computer Sciences to develop a...
Jan 05 2018,
Augmedics Bringing X-Ray Vision to Surgery with X-VISION Visualization System
With its first application in minimally invasive spine procedures, X-VISION technology is designed to save time during surgery, reduce radiation...
Jan 05 2018,
Consensus Orthopedics’ TracPatch Targets Efficiency in Post-Op Care
TracPatch data provides the healthcare provider with anytime, anywhere insight into a patient’s recovery, allowing for immediate care adjustments. ...
Jan 05 2018,
Learn to Incorporate Sensors Into Your Next Design Idea
Microelectromechanical Systems, referred to as MEMS devices or sensors, are being used for tasks that were previously only conceived of...
Dec 04 2017,
Three Companies Expand Patient Engagement Offerings and Digital Tools
These tools are being launched by companies that seek to remain competitive in the market as they help hospitals and...
Nov 15 2017,
Surgical Assistance: Milestones and Funding
Within the second half of 2017, we’ve noticed a jump in announcements pertaining to what we call “surgical assistance” tools:...
Oct 17 2017,
DePuy Synthes Adds Hip Replacement Navigation through JointPoint Co-market Agreement
DePuy Synthes entered into an exclusive U.S. agreement with JointPoint to co-market a surgical navigation platform for total hip replacement,...
Sep 06 2017,
Positioned for Growth: Exactech, Others Move Surgical Assistance Forward
First total shoulder procedures and the first U.S. knee revision procedure have now been performed using ExactechGPS, a Guided Personalized...
Oct 11 2016,
What’s Ahead for Healthcare?
What’s ahead for healthcare in the era of digital health, fundraising, crowdfunding and Obamacare? The Consumer Electronics Show and OneMedForum...
Mar 11 2014,
Wireless Implantable Sensors with No Electrical Connections Enable the Next Generation of Smart Orthopaedic Implants
Smart implants can provide objective information about the progression of healing after orthopaedic surgery. These data can help guide post-operative...
Jun 09 2012,
New Technology to Track Movement and Durability of Implants in Hip and Knee Replacement Patients
A new tracking system developed by Halifax Biomedical is being used by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush physicians to allow patients...
Mar 12 2012,