Medtronic Kanghui Launches VariLoc Locking Compression Plate in Select Countries
Medtronic Kanghui commenced launch of the VariLoc Locking Compression Plate and instrument sets in China, to be followed by select countries. Jul 25, 2016
MiMedx Planning U.S. Launch for Ambient Temperature Version of OrthoFlo
MiMedx is planning a U.S. launch for a next-generation lyophilized version of OrthoFlo, its amniotic fluid-based allograft for use in in orthopaedic and sports-medicine applications.  Jul 25, 2016
Clinical Study Results: AMNIOX CLARIX FLO and CLARIX CORD in Foot and Ankle Procedures
Study results suggest that AMNIOX Medical’s CLARIX®  FLO and CLARIX® CORD 1K regenerative therapies improved outcomes in plantar fasciitis treatment and tarsal coalition repair. Jul 25, 2016
Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet Enter 2-level Disc and Robotic Markets
Since mid-May, both Medtronic and Zimmer Biomet have announced strategic moves in the 2-level cervical disc replacement and robotic surgery markets. In efforts to invigorate revenue growth, the two have focused on niche technologies that should expand their portfolios-but have yet to prove wide scale. Jul 22, 2016
NeuroPro Spinal Jaxx Receives FDA Clearance for Spinal Fusion Device
NeuroPro Spinal Jaxx received FDA 510(k) clearance to market the Spinal Jaxx expandable intervertebral spacer. Jul 20, 2016
Stryker Performance Solutions Launches Episode Performance Manager
Stryker Performance Solutions launched Episode Performance Manager™, a digital tool to translate raw claims data provided by Medicare into dynamic reports to compare performance of hospitals participating in the Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement initiative. Jul 20, 2016
Medtronic Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Cement-Augmented Pedicle Screws
Medtronic received FDA 510(k) clearance to market the CD Horizon® Fenestrated Screw Set, indicated for treatment of advanced stage tumors in the thoracic and lumbar spine. Jul 20, 2016
Extremity Medical Completes Initial Cases with AlignX Ankle Fusion System
Extremity Medical announced successful completion of >20 AlignX Ankle Fusion System cases since its mid-2Q16 launch. Jul 20, 2016
DePuy Synthes Trauma Launches Variable Angle Locking Hand System
DePuy Synthes trauma commenced global launch of the Variable Angle Locking Hand System, comprising anatomically-contoured and low-profile plates to treat hand fractures and to correct deformities. Jul 19, 2016
Zimmer Biomet to Acquire Medtech Surgical Robotics Company
Zimmer Biomet announced its plans to acquire Medtech, provider of surgical systems including the ROSA™ Spine robotic-assistive device for minimally invasive surgery. Jul 18, 2016
