Opportunities Galore to Learn About Innovative Materials at OMTEC 2025
The biggest-ever exhibit hall at OMTEC 2025 will be filled with more than 200 orthopedic-focused suppliers that offer various capabilities,...
Apr 13 2025,
Materials
Progress Made in the Development of Magnesium-based Implants
Magnesium-based implants are an appealing option because of their biocompatibility, excellent mechanical strength and design flexibility. ...
Apr 13 2025,
Next-Gen Surfaces and Materials Focus on Form and Function
Orthopedic companies are developing materials that help the body heal in a wide range of clinical applications. ...
Apr 13 2025,
PEKK’s Exciting Benefits Shine in First All-Plastic Ankle Replacement
The polymer, which has the strength of metal but potentially better biocompatibility, could transform orthopedic implants. ...
Feb 11 2025,
Checking in on Exciting Advancements in Antimicrobial Implants
Orthopedic companies are investing in the development of devices that help to prevent debilitating and expensive surgical site infections at...
Nov 26 2024,
How to Prioritize R&D Investments in Implant Surface Technologies
Key questions that will help you allocate funds for improving infection control and implant durability....
Aug 20 2024,
Tackling the Ongoing Challenge of Implant-related Infections
Orthopedic companies are focused on preventing infections caused by implants placed during joint replacement and fracture repair surgery. ...
Jul 23 2024,
Concerns About Cobalt Chrome Spur Innovation in Implant Design
Serious complications in hip replacement patients are well documented, so why not eliminate the risk potential altogether?...
May 22 2023,
Tantalum Adds Safety and Performance to Orthopedic Implant Design
Scaffolds made of the advanced metal feature biocompatibility, osseointegration and properties that reduce the risks of surgery....
Apr 24 2023,
Nanochon Targets Cartilage Repair with 3D-Printed Biomaterial
Nanochon aims to fill the void in the cartilage repair and replacement market with its 3D-printed biomaterial....
Jan 18 2023,
Advances in Implant Materials Aim to Improve Knee Replacement Outcomes
OEMs look to increase the longevity, safety and performance of implants by matching the natural kinematics of individual patient’s joints....
Jan 09 2023,
Startup Focuses on Enhancements to Titanium Implants
Rosies Base is developing bio-compatible, durable and cost-effective nano-structured alloys for instruments and implants....
Nov 01 2022,
Magnesium Implants Gain Momentum in Orthopedic Industry
Magnesium is gaining momentum in trauma and sports medicine applications. As device companies explore ways to provide safer, recovery-promoting solutions,...
May 11 2022,
Modification of Current Materials Will Lead to Future Success in Orthopedics
Materials will play a critical role as custom implants and regenerative technologies are introduced....
Oct 11 2021,
3 Pieces of Advice from Next-Generation Biomaterial Manufacturers
R&D executives from Acuitive Technologies, DiFusion Technologies and Hyalex Orthopaedics spoke about lessons in commercializing new materials ...
Jul 19 2021,