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AlloSource Launches AlloFuse Micro Fiber Allograft

AlloFuse Micro Fibers are the latest addition to the AlloFuse line of Fibers and Fiber Boat products, expanding the company's portfolio.

Isto Biologics Launches Influx Fibrant Allograft

Influx Fibrant cortical allograft constructs are available in Anchor, Boat, Bullet, Pak and Wrap formats.

SeaSpine Fully Launches WaveForm C

The 3D-printed interbody is the company's second fully commercialized system featuring novel WaveForm 3D-printed technology.

OssDsign Launches Cranial PSI in Japan

The launch marks an important strategic milestone, following a period of postponed commercial activities due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Enovis Introduces Arsenal Ankle Plating System

Arsenal Ankle Plating comprises 37 Plates within nine plate families to address both tri-malleolar and intra-articular fracture patterns.

Xenco Medical Expands ASC Device Portfolio

Xenco announced FDA clearance and launch of its Multilevel CerviKit, implants and single-use instruments for 2, 3 and 4 level anterior cervical spine procedures.

Medartis’ Lapidus Cut Guide Achieves First Clinical Use

The single-use Lapidus Cut Guide is an instrumentation-only system designed to provide an anatomically intuitive resection of the first TMT joint.

First 100 Patients in the U.S. Treated with OssDsign Catalyst

The synthetic bone graft was launched in the U.S. in 2021, and has since been adopted by surgeons for use in spinal fusion surgeries.

Paragon 28 Launches Monkey Rings Circular External Fixation

Monkey Rings allows hospitals and surgeons to work with a single vendor for internal fixation, external fixation, wound care and biologics.

Full Launch of SeaSpine WaveForm TLIF Oblique

WaveForm TO was designed for both posterior lumbar interbody fusion and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion procedures.

First Total Hip with Smith+Nephew RI.HIP MODELER

RI.HIP NAVIGATION is designed to maximize accuracy and reproducibility in supine and lateral approaches by delivering patient-specific component alignment.

Royal Biologics Launches MAXX-BMC Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentration System

Maxx-BMC's Lead Screw technology helps pinpoint precise areas of the growth factor layer of bone marrow aspirate in a matter of seconds.

Stryker Launches EasyFuse Dynamic Compression

The Nitinol-based EasyFuse system has application in high-demand foot and ankle applications and is designed to decrease surgical complexity.

Extremity Medical Launches OMNI Stable Ankle Fracture System

OMNI Stable AF offers a variety of low-profile anatomic plates that closely match patient anatomy and minimize soft tissue impingement.

First U.S. Cases with Exactech’s Next-Generation Cage Glenoid

Equinoxe Laser Cage Glenoid shoulder implant is designed to improve glenoid fixation in anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty.

Acumed Launches Ulna Nail 2 Fracture Repair System

The Ulna Nail 2 System was created to treat simple, transverse and short oblique fractures, as well as osteotomies of the ulna.

Globus Medical Announces First Surgeries Using Excelsius3D

The latest addition to Globus Medical's Excelsius Ecosystem, Excelsius3D is an intelligent, intraoperative 3-in-1 imaging platform.

Paragon 28 Launches TenoTac 2.0 Soft Tissue Stabilization

TenoTac 2.0 uses a titanium threaded implant and was designed to allow for greater capture of soft tissue and improved fit to the bony surface.

Paragon 28 Launches Grappler Suture Anchor System

Grappler provides an alternative fixation option designed to limit implant migration and loss of tension in the foot and ankle.

Kuros Biosciences Launches MagnetOs Easypack Putty in the U.S.

MagnetOs Easypack Putty is ready to use with no requirement for thawing or mixing with blood or bone marrow aspirate.

APEX Biologix Launches Newly Reconfigured Bone Marrow System

XCELL BMC will provide system features specifically designed for surgery settings in hospitals, clinics and surgical centers.

First U.S. Clinical Cases with Arthro Positioning Systems’ Knee Positioner

Velocity Bump is reportedly the first manual knee positioner operated completely outside the sterile field.

Zimmer Biomet Debuts AI Capabilities for Omni Suite Intelligent OR

Artificial intelligence-based object recognition automates manual tasks and data collection to optimize operating room workflow efficiency.

VIOMERSE Expands Spine Surgery Training Portfolio

The company is launching a module that will allow surgeons to practice procedures on a lifelike phantom that mimics pathology seen in conditions such as severe scoliosis.

Accelus Launches TiHawk7 Expanding Interbody Cage

TiHawk7 is the latest addition to Accelus's FlareHawk Interbody portfolio of spinal fusion cages.

Spinal Simplicity Launches the Minuteman G5 Implant

Minuteman is an interspinous-interlaminar device for fixation and stabilization of the thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine while awaiting fusion.

SeaSpine Launches OsteoTorrent DBM Product Families

OsteoTorrent putties are packaged and sterilized in a dry state and designed to improve osteoinductive potential and shelf-life.

Full Launch of SeaSpine Explorer TO Expandable Interbody System

Implants expand in either height or lordosis and are compatible with the same instrumentation. Explorer TO is designed to streamline graft delivery post-expansion.

TeDan Surgical Launches Phantom Surgical Access System

The Phantom UL ZeroATP reimagines lumbar access with single-system access from L2 to L5.

Paragon 28 Launches Paratrooper Plantar Plate System

The system's low profile, all-suture implant provides a new approach for plantar plate repair and forefoot deformities.

Royal Biologics Launches Advanced-Cell Bone Grafting Kit

Advanced-Cell combines multiple autologous and advanced bone grafting technologies all in one convenience kit.

Sonex Launches UltraGuideTFR to Treat Trigger Finger

UltraGuideTFR is indicated for the treatment of trigger finger and is designed to incise the tendon sheath and A1 pulley through a single incision.

Medline UNITE launches New Foot/Ankle Implants

The company launched the FDA-cleared Calcaneal Fracture Plating System and Intramedullary Nail Fibula Implant.

First U.S. Lumbar Fusion with Medacta Augmented Reality

The combined the M.U.S.T. Pedicle Screw with NextAR Spine, an FDA-cleared AR-based surgical application for intra-op guidance in spine.

TeDan Surgical Innovations Launches New Spine Instruments

Single-use Phantom Multi-Bite Kerrison rongeurs and bone collectors are designed for spinal procedures that require bone removal and harvesting.

Orthopaedic Implant Company Launches Dorsal Spanning Plate

This latest trauma offering expands the utility of DRPx, the company's high-value wrist fracture plating system.

ChoiceSpine Fully Launches Harrier ALIF System

Harrier SA is a 3D-printed Stand Alone screw-based system that incorporates ChoiceSpine's proprietary BioBond porous structure technology.

Paragon 28 Launches R3ACT Ankle Stabilization

R3ACT is designed to allows for multi-stage soft tissue healing following an acute or chronic syndesmotic injury.

Medacta Launches NextAR Shoulder Augmented Reality Surgical Platform

CE Marked and FDA-cleared, the NextAR Shoulder augmented reality surgical application is now available in Europe and the U.S.

SeaSpine Launches Reef TA Interbody Implant

Reef TLIF Articulating spinal interbody devices feature NanoMetalene surface technology and Reef Topography.

Corin Releases CorinRegistry v2.0 Software Updates

The second phase of this clinical data platform incorporates comprehensive radiographic images for use in artificial intelligence.

First Case with Amplify Surgical dualX 15-degree Lordotic Expanding Interbody

The company announced the launch of its dualX T/PLIF 15-degree lordotic interbody cage that provides additional lordosis in spinal fusion.

CTL Amedica Enters the Market in Guatemala

This marks the company's first registration certification in Central America for its spinal devices, and CTL Amedica says there are more to come.

OrthoPediatrics Launches PediFlex Advanced Interlock Clamp

This new system provides surgeons with all needed options when using stable, elastic intramedullary nails to treat fractures in children.

Stryker Launches Insignia Hip Stem

Insignia is engineered to optimize patient fit and ease of implantation in muscle-sparing approaches for total hip and hemiarthroplasty.

Acumed Launches Ankle Syndesmosis Repair with Flexible Fixation

The Ankle Syndesmosis Repair System with Acu-Sinch Knotless technology is suitable for the treatment of complex injuries.

PrecisionOS and CONMED Releasing ACL Reconstruction in Virtual Reality

This Knee VRthroscopy module enables a realistic way to perform the key steps of an arthroscopic ACL reconstruction.

Pixee Medical Launches Knee+ in the U.S.

The Knee+ AR computer-assisted orthopedic solution is especially suitable for use in ambulatory surgical centers.

Total Joint Orthopedics Launches Klassic Knee with Aurum Technology

Aurum is the first step as part of TJO's multi-year plan to reduce the use of cobalt chrome in orthopedic implants.

VirtaMed Launches New Inclusive Knee Simulation Model

These enhanced simulation training modules for arthroscopic knee surgeries join other applications, including ankle and hip applications.

DePuy Synthes Enhances the ATTUNE Knee Portfolio

The ATTUNE Cementless Fixed Bearing Knee with AFFIXIUM 3DP Technology and the ATTUNE Medial Stabilized Knee are designed for more natural knee function.

First Surgical Cases with Life Spine DYNA-LINK Titanium With Barb Fixation

DYNA-LINK Titanium is a zero-profile, standalone device that offers surgeons an alternative to 360˚ spinal fusion procedures.

Ossifix Orthopedics’ Javelin Fixation Pin Enters Market

All Ossifix Orthopedics Pin, Screw and Plate Systems are single-use surgical kits with all necessary instruments for implantation.

Exactech Launches Humeral Reconstruction Implant in Europe

The Equinoxe Humeral Reconstruction Prosthesis addresses proximal humeral bone loss and reconstruction after tumor resection.

In2Bones Launches CoLink Vallux Active Bunion Procedure

The multi-directional, no fusion correction is intended to speed and simplify bunion correction surgeries.

First Cases with Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Implants from LimaCorporate’s ProMade Center

The facility is intended to create faster and more accessible care for U.S. patients requiring personalized solutions.

VUZE Medical Announces New Worldwide Patents

Real-time image processing enables software-only guidance and verification in minimally invasive spine surgery.

First Surgery with Life Spine PROLIFT LATERAL HELO FIXATED

PROLIFT LATERAL HELO FIXATED with Osseo-Loc Surface Technology offers a micro invasive approach to lateral lumbar interbody fusion.

Synergy Biomedical Launches BIOSPHERE MIS II Bone Graft Delivery

BIOSPHERE MIS II uses a pre-loaded bone graft cannula and a streamlined trigger-based system as a bone graft delivery solution.

OrthoGrid Brings Artificial Intelligence to Hip Navigation

Powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, this is the world's first intraoperative hip replacement navigation system.

SeaSpine Launches Fusion and Navigation Systems

SeaSpine commenced full commercial launch of NorthStar Cervical Facet Fusion and limited launch of FLASH Navigation Lumbar Facet Fusion.

RSIP Vision Launches New Tool for Total Shoulder Replacement Planning

RSIP Vision's advanced artificial intelligence tool creates an accurate and radiation-free method for TSA planning.

4WEB Medical Launches Hyperlordotic Lateral Implants

These implants, combined with 4WEB's lumbar spine plates, offer cost-effective options and reduce the need for more invasive corrective procedures.

Stryker Launches Guide for Bunion Procedures

Compared to traditional open bunion surgery, PROstep MICA supports faster return to function, less pain, smaller scars, etc.

First U.S. Spinal Case with NGMedical BEE PLIF

The BEE PLIF cage honeycomb endplate design is intended to reduce the risk of subsidence, while allowing fusion.

Nextremity Solutions Launching LapiPrep Correction System

LapiPrep is designed to precisely prepare the patient's anatomy to perform a Lapidus bunion procedure.

OsteoCentric Debuts UnifiMI for Spinal Fusion

Mechanical Integration is designed to address implant instability in normal and compromised bone.

DeGen Medical Launches Industry First in 3D Printing

Impulse AM is reportedly the first 3D-printed spinal implant to employ Puri-Ti, a different type of titanium material.

Ossifix Orthopedics Begins Production of Fixation Pin

All Ossifix Orthopedics pin, screw and plate systems comprise single-use surgical kits with all necessary instruments for implantation.

Symbios Launches ORIGIN CR Total Knee

These systems will allow surgeons to create custom-made knee replacement implants that preserve the posterior cruciate ligament.

First Surgery with Smith+Nephew JOURNEY II MD Knee

JOURNEY II MD is designed with a more constraining medial side, compared to a standard tibial insert.

First U.S. Procedures with Implanet JAZZ PF Spinal Implant

JAZZ PF offers a response to issues surgeons face in degenerative disorders and to budgetary requirements placed on American healthcare facilities.

Medline Launching REFLEX Nitinol Dynamic Disc for Foot/Ankle

The REFLEX Nitinol Dynamic Disc helps to dynamize an otherwise traditional lag screw by harnessing superelastic and shape memory properties.

Stryker Launches Tornier Perform Humeral System in Europe

Accompanied by Blueprint planning software and the Perform Anatomic and Reverse Glenoid, the new stem can be used in simple to complex procedures.

Exactech Smart Shoulder Technology Now Features Humeral Planning and Joint Motion

The Equinoxe Planning App (v.2.0) allows for humeral head offsets and replicator plate positioning.

Innovasis Launches 3D-Printed Stand-Alone Titanium ALIF with HAnano Surface

Innovasis is the first company to receive FDA 510(k) clearance for a Stand-Alone ALIF System featuring HAnano Surface.

Smith+Nephew Expands Robotics into Total Hip Replacement

The company's handheld robotic-assisted CORI Surgical System can now be used in total hip arthroplasty with RI.HIP NAVIGATION.

Bone Solutions Launches Mg OSTEOINJECT Bone Void Filler

Mg OSTEOINJECT is the first injectable bone void filler in the U.S. to incorporate magnesium for bone health and development.

First Patient Case with Stryker’s Tornier Perform Reversed Glenoid

Stryker's Tornier Perform Patient-Matched Glenoid is reportedly the first surgeon-driven, primary patient-specific implant available in shoulder arthroplasty.

Nvision Biomedical Launches 3D-Printed Anterior Cervical Plate

Quantum features a nested assembly in which the screw-locking cover is 3D printed as a single unit inside the anterior cervical plate.

Conformis Launches Premium-Priced Service for Personalized Knee Implants

Medicare and commercial payors allow patients to pay out of pocket for non-covered deluxe services. Conformis is bringing this approach to orthopedics.

Nextremity Solutions Expands Hammertoe Technology

Nextra CH Cannulated and Nextra PEEK join the original Nextra Hammertoe system.

Medacta Launches 360° Anterior and Posterior Cervical Spine Platform

The integrated platform comprises three main components: Mecta-C Stand Alone, M.U.S.T. Mini, and MySpine Cervical.

First Successful Case with MicroPort Knee and Pixee Medical AR Platform

Pixee Medical's Knee+ AR computer-assisted solution was deployed for the first use in the U.S. with the Evolution Medial-Pivot Knee.

Spine Wave Launches New Products for the Cervical Spine

The company debuted its Defender ACP and the Stronghold C 3D Titanium Interbody Device featuring TiCell® 3D advanced surface technology.

CoreLink Launches CentraFix Midline Fixation System

The system features modular cobalt chrome tulip heads for intraoperative flexibility and increased visualization in smaller incisions.

First Hip and Knee Cases Performed with ARVIS Augmented Reality Navigation

Over 30 hip and knee replacement surgeries were perfomed with ARVIS navigation in a range of clinical settings.

Philips Grows ClarifEye AR Surgical Navigation Globally

First augmented reality cases were performed in Spain and Oman with Philips' Integrated Spine Suite offering.

Miach Orthopaedics BEAR Implant in Limited Launch for ACL Tears

The BEAR Implant is reportedly the first medical technology to clinically demonstrate that it enables healing of a patient's torn ACL.

First Case with Surgify Bone Cutting Technology

Surgify's technology cuts bone while preventing injuries to soft tissues such as muscles, blood vessels, nerve pathways, etc.

First Spinal Case with Amplify Surgical dualPortal Endoscope

dualPortal is a two-portal endoscopic approach designed to allow for a wider array of lumbar spine procedures than the conventional one-portal technique.

SeaSpine Launches the Admiral ACP System

Admiral ACP is designed to be used as fixation for ACDF procedures in conjunction with the company's interbody offerings.

Smith+Nephew Launches CORI Handheld Robotics

CORI compact and fully mobile handheld robotics offer an advanced system for both total and partial knee replacement procedures.

DePuy Synthes Launches UNIUM Next Generation Power Tools

UNIUM's Ergonomic handpieces for trauma and small bone are designed to be stronger, lighter and more versatile than predecessors.

Stryker Launches Prophecy Infinity Resect-Through Guides

Prophecy Infinity Resect-Through Guides for total ankle replacement allow surgeons to improve O.R. efficiency.

First Cases with Anatomics StarPore Ribcage Implant

StarPore is a strong, flexible and porous material that allows the body's cells and tissues to grow into it, unlike traditional materials.

OrthAlign Launches Lantern Smart Tool for Knee Replacement

Lantern delivers individualized alignment with a single-use, handheld tool that can be used across implant platforms.

Exactech Launches Equinoxe Ergo Instruments for Shoulder Surgery

Equinoxe Ergo instrumentation are suitable for outpatient surgery and compatible with the ExactechGPS navigation system.

Geistlich Pharma Launches Tool for Tendon Repair

The company has FDA clearance to market Nexo-Gide Dual Surface Membrane for the management of tendon injuries.

Smith+Nephew Introduces the LEGION CONCELOC Cementless Total Knee

CONCELOC is created in a virtual environment and 3D-printed to optimize its porous structure to promote bony ingrowth.

SeaSpine Launches Mariner MIS Wayfinder

Mariner MIS Wayfinder is a novel, one step, k-wireless screw delivery system for pedicle screw fixation.

Osfirm to Launch Novel Implantable Whitlockite Biomaterial

The form of magnesium tricalcium phosphate has shown superior bioactive regenerative and reconstructive properties and excellent biocompatibility.

Neoss Launches NeoGenix XP Bone Substitute

NeoGenix XP more closely resembles natural bone vs. synthetic materials, such as hydroxyapatite or tricalcium phosphate.

Medtronic Launches Mazor X in Canada

The Mazor platform is the first dedicated robotic assisted spine surgery platform being launched in Canada.

Silver Bullet Therapeutics Launches OrthoFuzIon Bone Screw

The OrthoFuzIon Orthopedic Bone Screw is a comprehensive antimicrobial bone screw product line for orthopedic procedures.

Intellijoint Surgical Launches Intellijoint VIEW Surgical Planning Software

The software, which enables preoperative planning for total hip arthroplasty, doesn't require CT imaging and integrates with navigation.

Medacta Launches Patient-Specific MyKnee R

MyKnee R is comprises a set of 3D-printed blocks that can be directly positioned on the failed primary implant in situ.

NuVasive Launches Latest Porous PEEK Implant for Posterior Spine

Cohere TLIF-O is a porous PEEK implant for the transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) procedure with a variety of implant sizes.

Full Commercial Launch of SeaSpine NorthStar OCT Posterior Cervical Fixation

NorthStar OCT represents the company's first full commercial introduction of a new posterior cervical system since 2007.

First Cases with SeaSpine 7D Surgical Percutaneous Spine Module

The release of the Percutaneous Module represents a new application and increased functionality for its 7D Flash Navigation System.

Carlsmed Launches aprevo in the U.S.

Spine fusion using Carlsmed's aprevo devices are now eligible for additional reimbursement from CMS and private payors.

Medtronic Expands Minimally Invasive Spine Ecosystem

The portfolio includes spinal implants, biologics, navigation, robotics and AI-powered data for surgeons and patients.

Anika Launches WristMotion Total Wrist Arthroplasty

Designed to preserve natural motion and maximize stability, the system offers an alternative to wrist fusion.

Kinomatic Launches VR Surgical Planner for Hip and Knee

The platform presently supports knee and hip arthroplasty, with shoulder and spine surgical modeling to come.

NanoHive Medical Launches Hive Standalone ALIF

Hive is a fixated, Soft Titanium latticed 3D-printed titanium implant system for anterior lumbar interbody fusion.

Nexxt Spine Launches NEXXT MATRIXX Stand-Alone Cervical System

The system features varying pore sizes, the strength and biocompatibility of titanium and a modulus of elasticity comparable to PEEK.

CTL Amedica Launching RODIN Transforaminal Expandable Lumbar Interbody Fusion

RODIN is a horizontally expandable implant that offers one of the smallest collapsed footprints of any expandable on the market.

ATEC Launches InVictus OsseoScrew Expandable Spinal Fixation

The technology is designed to optimize fixation and address the clinical challenge of fixation failure in compromised bone.

Nanovis Launches Nano FortiFix Pedicle Screw

Nano FortiFix is the only nanotechnology designated titanium-surfaced pedicle screw.

Kleiner Device Labs Debuts KG2 Surge Flow-Thru Interbody

KG2 Surge maximizes total bone graft delivery volume and better distributes graft bilaterally into the intervertebral disc space.

Spine Wave Launches the Salvo 5.5/6.0mm Screw

The system is available for procedures performed with 5.5mm and 6.0mm rods, which are the most often used for thoracolumbar spine fixation.

Centinel Spine Launches Angled Endplate Implants for prodisc L

Angled Endplates expand the options available to surgeons to better address the varied lumbar anatomy and pathology of patients.

Spineology Launches Duo Ti Expandable Interbody Fusion

Duo Ti offers one of the least invasive lateral approaches and mesh technology with OsteoSync Ti porous titanium blocks.

Intelivation Technologies Launches Golden Isles Pedicle Screw

The system provides immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the lumbar and sacral spine.

Corin releases CorinRegistry Clinical Data Analytics

Corin delivers the cornerstone of their data science program, building clinical intelligence through integrated digital and robotic technologies.

joimax Launches NAVENTO Navigation Endoscopic Tower

NAVENTO, the fully integrated fourth generation endo-tower, contains everything a surgeon needs to perform a successful procedure.

Intelivation Technologies Launches Advantage-C PEEK Cervical Interbody

Advantage-C was developed to optimize fusion, while maintaining elasticity that is similar to bone and radiolucency of the cage body.

Acumed Launches the Fibula Nail 2 System

Fibula Nail 2 System offers an alternate to bone plating by offering a less invasive intramedullary approach to fractures of the fibula.

Precision Spine Launches Dakota ACDF Standalone

Dakota ACDF features a titanium plate polyetheretherketone cage with cortical cancellous screws for maximum support.

Explorer Surgical Adds Remote Case Observation Feature

The Explorer Live digital platform launched its training platform with remote case observation features to train and support sales teams.

Camber Spine Launches SPIRA-P and SPIRA-T Implants

These lumbar interbody fusion devices are indicated to treat Degenerative Disc Disease at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1.

DJO Launches MedShape DynaNail Hybrid

The screw/nail design of the DynaNail Hybrid combines sustained dynamic compressive power with easy, intuitive insertion.

Orthofix Launches Opus Bone Void Filler

Opus Mg Set is a magnesium-based settable bone void filler for orthopedic procedures.

Biedermann Motech Expands MOSS VRS Pedicle Screw Technology

The MOSS VRS Pedicle Screw Platform is now available as a fully modular solution.

Exactech Equinoxe Stemless Shoulder Debuts in Europe

The device is manufactured using direct metal 3D printing with high precision lasers to create its porous bone cage.

Stryker Launches New Tendon Fixation Device

Citrelock provides surgeons a differentiated design via a tendon thread featuring a resorbable technology, known as Citregen.

Spinal Elements Fully Launches Luna XD and Orbit Systems

The products are integrated as the newest technologies in Spinal Elements' MIS Ultra platform of products and procedural solutions.

MedCAD Launches AccuPlate Patient-Specific Plates

The system is used in mandibular reconstruction surgeries to stabilize bone after an osteotomy or traumatic event with or without bone graft.

Treace Launches Adductoplasty Instrumented Midfoot Correction System

Adductoplasty offers the first comprehensive system designed for reproducible realignment, stabilization and fusion of the midfoot.

First Ex-US Case with Centinel Spine FLX Platform

STALIF C and STALIF M FLX devices are 3D-printed porous titanium Integrated Interbody implants that have been engineered to mimic bone.

Fuse Medical Launches FuseChoice Dermal Matrix

Dermal matrices are used in sports medicine applications such as protection, reinforcement and covering of a tendon or soft tissue.

First U.S. Cases with NGMedical BEE Cervical Interbody

Additively-manufactured BEE features a honeycomb endplate design to reduce the risk of subsidence, while allowing fusion.

In2Bones Launches CoLink Mfx Midfoot Plates

CoLink Mfx addresses midfoot surgery challenges with Lisfranc plates and novel Cross-joint compression.

SeaSpine Announces Initial Launch of Mariner Adult Deformity System

This limited commercial launch adds reduction and correction instrumentation, specialized implant technologies and robust osteotomy tools.

Paragon 28 Launches Silverback Span Plating System

The anterior and posterior plates are used with allograft or a titanium cage to address a bony deficit at the ankle joint.

Product Update: Episealer Products in Sweden and Spain

The first Talus case is scheduled in Spain, while 5-7 year follow-up of Episealer Knee results are available from Sweden.

Enhatch Debuts The Intelligent Surgery Ecosystem

The system comprises the surgical stages of plan, print, deliver, implant and learn.

Smith+Nephew Expands JOURNEY II Total Knee

Smith+Nephew launched the JOURNEY II Medial Dished insert for and SYNC Performance Instruments for total knee replacement.

Smith+Nephew Debuts RI.HIP NAVIGATION Software

The company will expand the Real Intelligence digital ecosystem and CORI Surgical System with total hip arthroplasty.

First U.S. Pediatric Case with Orthofix Fitbone

The Fitbone intramedullary lengthening system is intended for limb lengthening of the femur and tibia bones.

3D-Side Launches AI-based Segmentation in Customize Surgical Planning

The web-based platform automates design and manufacturing of 3D-Side's patient-specific cutting guides and cranial implants.

Osso VR Broadens Access To Optimized Surgical Care

In addition to multimodal assessment experiences, Osso's platform has launched in new languages in addition to English, including Japanese, Spanish, German and French.

OrthoGrid Systems Launches Trauma Software Application for ORIF

The distortion-correcting navigation software offers a digital intraoperative alignment technology for Open Reduction and Internal Fixation.

Smith+Nephew Launches Cadence Ankle, ATLASplan Shoulder 3D Planning Software

The portfolio is the result of acquiring the Extremity Orthopaedics business of Integra LifeSciences earlier in 2021.

DJO Introduces New EMPOWR Dual Mobility Hip

The EMPOWR Dual Mobility offers the industry's largest assembled head size for a given cup size, aiding in enhanced joint stability.

First Cases with Exactech Newton AI Tech for TKR

Newton soft tissue management technology combines dynamic ligament balancing and real-time guidance for total knee replacement surgery.

OrthoGrid Launches New Hip Preservation Software Application

The app is the latest version of distortion correcting, intraoperative-alignment technology for Peri-Acetabular Osteotomy and Femoroplasty.

First Case with THINK Surgical Next-Gen Knee Robot

THINK's TSolution One is the only robot system for total knee replacement that supports an open implant library.

First Clinical Use of Chunli Medical Handheld Robot

The surgical robot, which is designed for use in the hip and knee, was used to complete its first hip procedure.

First Case with Panther Orthopedics’ PUMA System in Lapidus Surgeries

The soft tissue platform is the first superelastic fixation technology that provides continuous, creep-free compression during healing.

Catalyst OrthoScience Introduces Archer 3D Targeting Imaging Software

The preoperative planning software leverages decades of shoulder expertise to expand preoperative planning options for Catalyst surgeons.

Stryker Launches T2 Alpha Femur Retrograde Nailing System

Stryker has announced the launch of its T2 Alpha Femur Retrograde Nailing System, completing its lower extremity T2 Alpha Nailing platform.

Fuse Medical Launches Orbitum Compression Staple

The system, comprising the Orbitum VI and Orbitum X Staples, is indicated for use in the foot or hand.

Paragon 28 Launches Silverback Straddle Plating

The offering of 12 anterior, posterior and lateral plates is designed to work with the Phantom TTC Fusion Nail in cases where maximum strength is required.

Acumed | OsteoMed Launches PFX Choice Customer Service Program

PFX Choice is designed to help customers choose the right combination of products, customer service, payment and billing options.

Conformis Reports First Case with the Identity Imprint Knee

Identity Imprint, available in cruciate retaining and posterior stabilized versions, uses a proprietary algorithm to select the implant size.

DePuy Synthes Introduces the INHANCE Shoulder Replacement

The INHANCE Shoulder can treat a broad range of cases, and is suitable for hospitals as well as outpatient and ASC settings.

Accelus Launches Ultra-Low-Profile FlareHawk7 Expandable Cage

A new 7mm insertion profile and Adaptive Geometry technology are designed to respect patients' anatomy during and after insertion to promote long-term stability.

Smith+Nephew Launches WEREWOLF FASTSEAL 6.0 Hemostasis Wand

WEREWOLF FASTSEAL 6.0 brings radiofrequency technology to joint reconstruction surgeons.

OssDsign Launches Catalyst Synthetic Bone Graft

OssDsign Catalyst is a synthetic bone graft that stimulates the formation of healthy bone tissue in spinal fusion surgeries.

Limited Commercial Launch of SeaSpine WaveForm A

The 3D-printed implant is designed to balance geometric and manufacturing advancements without compromising clinical requirements.

Exactech Fully Launches the Truliant Porous Knee

The implant is designed to mimic the trabecular nature of cancellous bone with optimal pore size and porosity.

RSIP Vision Announces New Module for Orthopedic Surgery

The technology supports quantitative measurements of bones and implants to optimize implant positioning and improve patient outcomes.

The Orthopaedic Implant Company Launches DRPx Wrist Fracture Plate

DRPx is the only distal radius plating system with an ergonomic design to meet the technique preferences of surgeons while increasing cost savings.

Seikagaku Launches HyLink Viscosupplement for Knee Osteoarthritis

The intra-articular single-injection viscosupplement is intended to treat knee osteoarthritis inTaiwan, through TCM Biotech International.

IZI Medical Launches Vertefix HV Cement with Insite Tracking Beads

Vertefix HV addresses the need for real-time flow visualization during cement injection for vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.

NuVasive Gains Latest FDA 510(k) for Pulse Platform

NuVasive announced the commercial launch of Pulse, which is now available for sale in targeted global regions.

Medacta Expands Hip Revision Portfolio

First cases are complete using the AMIS-K Long, Iliac Screw Mpact 3D Metal and 3D Metal B-Cage, following CE Mark approval.

First U.S. Cases with Orthofix fiberFUSE Strip Bone Graft

fiberFUSE Strip is formulated to enable optimized application for posterior cervical, posterior lumbar and degenerative spinal procedures.

NuVasive Launches Modulus ALIF Porous Implant for Anterior Spine Surgery

Modulus ALIF provides implants and instrumentation designed for both supine ALIF and XALIF procedures.

ORTHOWORLD Launches All-new Orthopedic Supplier Directory and BONEZONE Website to Product Development Engineers

Product development engineers, global sourcing professionals and executives can access education, connections and people to optimize orthopedic product commercialization.

Vivex Biologics Launches VIA Mend Synthetic Bone Fillers

The product can be molded to fill defects and supports an environment for bone growth via two formats: putty and strip.

First Implantation of NEXXT MATRIXX Lateral Implant

The NEXXT MATRIXX system is centered on five core pillars for a successful fusion, incorporating an engineered 3D laser-printed titanium implant.

First Reverse Shoulder Cases using Medacta NextAR Augmented Reality

The technology allowed precise replication of preoperative planning with a closer focus on patients for improved accuracy and efficiency.

Stryker Launches Tornier Perform Humeral System

With Blueprint planning software and the Perform anatomic and reverse glenoid, the system has application in simple to complex shoulder arthroplasty cases.

RSIP Vision Announces New Tool for Sports Medicine Applications

The software provides automated measurement of articular cartilage in MRI scans, improving evaluation of damaged cartilage.

Bioventus Launches OSTEOAMP SELECT Flowable in the U.S.

The bone graft substitute was developed for a variety of procedures including lumbar spine, cervical spine and foot & ankle fusion.

Smith+Nephew Launches Real Intelligence and CORI Robotics in India

Smith+Nephew first brought a robotic-assisted solution to India in 2016 with its NAVIO Surgical System.

Nanova Biomaterials Launches FiberFIX Bioresorbable Implants

FiberFIX suture anchors and screws have shown enhanced resistance to breakage/stripping during insertion and increased pull-out strength after insertion.

Explorer Surgical Expands Offerings into Robotic Surgery

The cloud-based digital platform is expanded to robotic surgery including orthopedic procedures, offering video capabilities and robust data collection.

Smith+Nephew Launches FAST-FIX FLEX Meniscal Repair

FAST-FIX FLEX extends all-inside repair possibilities with greater access across all zones of the meniscus.

Marrow Access Technologies Launches SmartShot Marrow Access Device

SmartShot MicroNeedling is minimally invasive to native bone and provides greater access than traditional marrow stimulation techniques.

TheraCell Passes Milestone in Limited Launch of TheraFuze DBF Fiber Anchor

Over 200 Fiber Anchors have been implanted during limited release. Usage doubled quarter over quarter, with repeat usage by multiple surgeons in more than a dozen locations.

SI-BONE Introduces SI-BONE SImulator for iFuse Training

The platform helps surgeons learn new sacropelvic procedures, sharpen existing surgical skills and prepare for procedures in the comfort of an office.

First Case with Anika WristMotion Total Wrist

The modular system replaces the radial and carpal sides of the wrist to treat rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis or post-traumatic arthritis.

U.S. Launch of Orthofix 3D-Printed FORZA Ti PLIF Spacer with Nanovate

The titanium lumbar interbody device features an optimized design, porosity and surface that allows bone to grow into and through the spacer.

Extremity Medical Launches OMNI Arch Anatomical Wedge

Initial cases have already been completed and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.

joimax Launches New Generation of Shrill Shaver Drill

Developed for the removal of soft tissue and bone, the system is also highly effective in treating stenosis, a degenerative spine condition.

Exactech Enhances ExactechGPS Shoulder Replacement Navigation Software and App

The integrated bundle of updates to Active Intelligence® technologies help surgeons plan and execute shoulder replacement and better predict patient outcomes.

Intelivation Technologies Launches TruTrack Memory Staple

TruTrack features novel instrumentation designed for reliable and consistent insertion during a variety of intraoperative conditions.

FH ORTHO Launches Telegraph Evolution for Humeral Fracture Treatment

Telegraph Evolution is a next-generation humeral nailing system for use in proximal and/or mid-shaft humeral fractures.

First Case with Acumed’s Scapholunate Repair System

The system includes a unique Transrotational Screw and innovative targeting instrumentation for proper screw placement.

Zimmer Natural Nail Launches in EMEA

Bactiguard-coated Zimmer Biomet trauma implants for infection prevention are released in select regions.

Tsunami Medical Launches Procida Expandable PLIF Cage

This next-gen device meets with the standards of successfully proven Bone InGrowth Technology.

OrthoPediatrics Launches Next Generation Cannulated Screw

The system treats pediatric Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis injuries with fully threaded and partially threaded screws.

Xenco Medical Launches Glasses-Free Holographic Surgical Simulation

The platform allows users to simulate an entire spine surgery in holographic space, without the need for any headgear or glasses.

DePuy Synthes Launches Variable Angle Locking Compression Clavicle Plate

The Variable Angle Locking Compression Clavicle Plate is designed to treat lateral, shaft and medial fractures for small, medium and large clavicles.

SeaSpine Launches WaveForm L 3D-Printed Interbody on a Limited Basis

WaveForm L is designed for LLIF and integrates with the entire Regatta NanoMetalene lateral interbody portfolio.

ExsoMed Launches ArcPhix Angled Compression Screw

The ArcPhix angled compression screw was designed specifically to help achieve controlled functional flexion in distal interphalangeal joint fusion.

Global Orthopedic Market Projected to Grow to $54.5 Billion in 2021 Following -10.6% Decline

ORTHOWORLD's newest installment of THE ORTHOPAEDIC INDUSTRY ANNUAL REPORT projects +14.6% growth in 2021 led by joint replacement and spine procedures.

Orthopedic Manufacturing and Technology Community Convenes for OMTEC Virtual Education Series

ORTHOWORLD® announced the availability of 10 on-demand education webinars and 14 on-demand Supplier Stage presentations from OMTECexpo.com. OMTEC® is recognized internationally as an essential event for the orthopedic manufacturing community....

OrthoPediatrics Launches RESPONSE Neuromuscular Scoliosis System

Building on the RESPONSE Spine System, RESPONSE NM features implants and instruments that simplify insertion and options to address extreme hyperlordosis.

Tsunami Medical Launches Capri-Z 3D-Printed ACIF Cage with Built-in Fixation

Capri-Z is a 3D-printed ACIF cage featuring a built-in fixation mechanism.

MicroGenDX Launches OrthoKEY Infection Diagnosis and Management for Periprosthetic Joint Infection

OrthoKEY integrates synovial fluid analyses for biomarkers and white blood cell count with other parameters to diagnose periprosthetic joint infection.

Paragon 28 Launches 3 Families of Demineralized Bone Matrix

The company introduced BEAST Injectable, BEAST PLUS and BEAST Osteobiologic Sponge for bone grafting applications in the foot and ankle.

Biogennix Agilon Moldable Bone Graft Available Throughout the U.S.

The product surged in popularity and usage in 2021, largely driven by its positive reception from the foot and ankle surgery community.

VIVEX Biologics Launches VIAGENEX Family of Allografts

VIAGENEX has application as a soft tissue barrier in clinical settings such as shoulder, nerve, knee and tendon repair.

Software Update for CorinConnect Orthopedic Ecosystem

The worldwide release enables surgeon access to analytical data from pre-, intra- and post-operative technologies.

Seikagaku Launches JOYCLU Joint Function Agent in Japan

JOYCLU is approved to treat knee and hip osteoarthritis and by intra-articular injection once every four weeks.

Orthofix Launches OSCAR PRO for Cement Removal in Complex Joint Revision

OSCAR PRO is an ultrasonic surgical system that supports cement removal during complex joint revision.

Arbutus Medical Launches SteriTrak for Skeletal Traction Procedures

SteriTrak includes a pin and single-use drill cover in the same package. A DeWalt drill, batteries and charger are added at no cost to the hospital.

4WEB Medical Launches Universal Lumbar Spine Plating

The company has also successfully completed initial surgical procedures with its universal lumbar plate.

First Case with Catalyst OrthoScience Archer R1 Reverse Shoulder

With Archer R1, Catalyst is addressing the two fastest growing segments of the shoulder arthroplasty market – stemless anatomic and reverse TSA.

First U.S. Surgery with Medacta M.U.S.T. LT in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Mainly focused on degenerative spine cases, M.U.S.T. LT expands the benefits of a percutaneous approach in spine deformity, tumors and trauma applications.