Maxx Orthopedics and Invibio Biomaterial Solutions Developing a PEEK-OPTIMA Femoral Knee Component
The component provides a metal-free alternative to the standard total knee arthroplasty....
Jul 16 2021,
Materials
Industry Veterans Discuss Material Advancements in Orthopedics
What should you consider when you think about marrying today’s materials with future orthopedic applications? A panel discussion with OEM,...
May 10 2021,
Cannulated or Solid Raw Material? Considerations for Reducing Launch Time, Increasing Manufacturing Efficiency
The increase in production rate when using cannulated rather than solid bar will shorten production time....
Aug 05 2020,
DiFusion Brings First Immuno-stealth Polymer to Orthopedic Market
PEEK and titanium dominate the spinal fusion market–two materials with roots in the aerospace industry. DiFusion received FDA 510(k) clearance...
Jun 09 2020,
Traditional Metals Meet Mainstream Adoption in Orthopedics
Here’s a look at some of the leading metals in the orthopedic market and what’s pushing the development of new...
May 27 2020,
How to Implement a Solid Approach to Materials Intelligence
Understanding how materials move through each aspect of the product development process can significantly shorten time-to-market, reduce the risk of...
Apr 21 2020,
3D-Painted Hyperelastic Bone Brings New Material to Orthopedics
Dimension Inx is bringing 3D-painted orthopedic devices to market to aid tissue repair and bone regeneration. The materials offer alternatives...
Mar 05 2020,
Suppliers Continue Polymer Advancements
Last year was a big one for polymer supplier news. Here’s a wrap up of recent strategic announcements....
Mar 05 2020,
Startups to Drive Polymer Innovation in the New Decade
While the orthopedic device industry has changed its tune on metals vs. polymers over the last 20 years, the push...
Mar 05 2020,
Vallum’s Nanotechnology Addresses PEEK’s Hydrophobic and Bioinert Shortcomings
Numerous spine companies manipulate PEEK to promote osseointegration with interbody devices, but Vallum believes they are the only one addressing...
Sep 17 2019,
Materials are the Next Frontier for Orthopedics, Surgeon Says
True advancements in orthopedics will come from new materials, specifically those that emphasize infection prevention and bone healing, says Dr....
Jul 09 2019,
Antimicrobial Coatings Closer to Commercialization
Public-company announcements, as well as conversations we’ve had with members of industry, indicate that manufacturers continue to push toward commercializing...
Mar 06 2019,
Synthetic Bioresorbables: Orthopaedics’ Evolution from PLLA to New Formulas
These polymers have broad orthopaedic application. This article presents a focus on the transition away from Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA)-type resorbable...
Nov 05 2018,
HAPPE Spine Latest Company to Manufacture PEEK Devices in Novel Ways
The company was formed by Genesis Innovation Group with investments from cultivate(MD) Capital Funds I and II, and is based...
Aug 03 2018,
Spinal Cages Continue Trend Toward Metals, Expandable Designs
"Cage design has been a game changer in spine surgery." Three veteran spine surgeons provide insight into the shift to...
Aug 02 2018,