Enovis unveiled its Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR Ankle), now with e+ Polyethylene. Recent FDA clearance makes STAR Ankle the first and only mobile bearing ankle system with e+ Polyethylene in the U.S.
e+ Polyethylene contains the free radical-neutralizing antioxidant vitamin E; as a result, the material resists oxidation and maintains consistent wear rates and stable mechanical properties over time. In contrast, other highly crosslinked polyethylenes are remelted during manufacturing to neutralize free radicals, a process that may reduce their mechanical strength by up to 12%.
Combined with the recent release of STAR Patient Specific Instrumentation (PSI), the STAR+ Experience represents Enovis’ commitment to continuous improvement, aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. The STAR Ankle has been used globally over 40,000 times across its 37-year history.
“With e+ Polyethylene, we uphold our commitment to the advancement of our total ankle portfolio, merging full oxidative resistance with the time-tested design of the STAR Ankle,” said Gary Justak, President and General Manager of Enovis Foot & Ankle. “Building upon the proven success of the STAR Ankle epitomizes our culture of advancing foot and ankle solutions and elevating patient treatment options.”
Enovis unveiled its Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR Ankle), now with e+ Polyethylene. Recent FDA clearance makes STAR Ankle the first and only mobile bearing ankle system with e+ Polyethylene in the U.S.
e+ Polyethylene contains the free radical-neutralizing antioxidant vitamin E; as a result, the material resists oxidation and...
Enovis unveiled its Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR Ankle), now with e+ Polyethylene. Recent FDA clearance makes STAR Ankle the first and only mobile bearing ankle system with e+ Polyethylene in the U.S.
e+ Polyethylene contains the free radical-neutralizing antioxidant vitamin E; as a result, the material resists oxidation and maintains consistent wear rates and stable mechanical properties over time. In contrast, other highly crosslinked polyethylenes are remelted during manufacturing to neutralize free radicals, a process that may reduce their mechanical strength by up to 12%.
Combined with the recent release of STAR Patient Specific Instrumentation (PSI), the STAR+ Experience represents Enovis’ commitment to continuous improvement, aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. The STAR Ankle has been used globally over 40,000 times across its 37-year history.
“With e+ Polyethylene, we uphold our commitment to the advancement of our total ankle portfolio, merging full oxidative resistance with the time-tested design of the STAR Ankle,” said Gary Justak, President and General Manager of Enovis Foot & Ankle. “Building upon the proven success of the STAR Ankle epitomizes our culture of advancing foot and ankle solutions and elevating patient treatment options.”
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