Stryker announced full commercial launch of the Mako robotic-arm assisted total knee application. Mako is now the only robotic technology that can be used across total hip, total knee and partial knee replacement.
Five-year results from a clinical trial of the Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant in the treatment of great toe arthritis demonstrated pain relief and functional outcomes equivalent to first MTP arthrodesis at two years post-op.
Spineology received expanded FDA 510(k) clearance of the Elite Expandable Interbody Fusion system, to include a narrower 10mm version of the device and an indication for use with allograft bone.
Ethicon and DePuy Synthes commenced U.S. launch of wound closure kits customized for orthopaedic surgery, including STRATAFIX™ Knotless Tissue Control Devices and the DERMABOND® PRINEO® Skin Closure System.