OrthAlign Expands Lantern Hip to Support Posterior-Based Approaches

OrthAlign expanded its Lantern Hip platform to include support for posterior-based approaches in total hip arthroplasty (THA). This enhancement allows surgeons to choose Lantern Hip for any THA procedure, regardless of their clinical preference for patient position (lateral or supine).

Lantern Hip initially launched for the supine patient position in 2023 and will be fully commercially available for the lateral patient position by early 2026.

Lantern Hip is designed to deliver precise, real-time guidance that supports accurate implant positioning and reliable leg length restoration. For patients in the lateral position, the surgeon can personalize cup position in the coronal plane according to each patient’s unique anatomy, with live pelvic tracking that accounts for any pelvic movement during the procedure. Additionally for patients in the supine position, the surgeon can compare cup position across the Anterior Pelvic Plane and Functional Pelvic Plane, as well as measure change in offset.

Lantern Hip is an accessible option for any hospital or ASC. Its capital-free model and portable design, paired with its clinical accuracy and precision, make it an attractive alternative to large-footprint robots. Its instrumentation is compatible with most implant systems and surgical approaches, empowering surgeons to choose the best implant and surgical plan for each patient without vendor-imposed restrictions.

“By accommodating posterior-based surgical approaches , OrthAlign now has the ability to support any surgeon performing total hip arthroplasty,” said Eric Timko, CEO of OrthAlign. “This expansion reflects our commitment to delivering high-value, user-friendly technologies that improve accuracy and accessibility for surgeons everywhere.”

Source: OrthAlign, Inc.