Coatings play a pivotal role in the success of an orthopedic implant. Manufacturers should understand the differences among the numerous types of coatings, including titanium plasma spray, non-spherical and spherical bead coatings and hydroxyapatite. ... Read more »
From intramedullary devices like nails and rods to cranial plates, there are numerous uses for trauma implants, each with its own unique surface finishing needs and requirements.... Read more »
By Nader Kalkhoran
Interest and demand are growing for nano-engineered titanium coatings and surface treatments to improve the performance of PEEK- and metal-based implants used for orthopedic and spinal device applications. Recent work has demonstrated that highly-adherent nano-structured thin tit... Read more »
The company added two more air plasma spray lines at its Trento, Italy facility. ... Read more »
Patents address the company's Dual Action NanoCoating and Mesoporous Surface for enhanced bone integration. ... Read more »
Preclinical study results demonstrate that Osteo-Pharma's OsteoActivator coated collagen membranes effectively promoted new bone formation. ... Read more »
True advancements in orthopedics will come from new materials, specifically those that emphasize infection prevention and bone healing, says Dr. Gordon Donald, The spine surgeon, who has dedicated his career to coatings and materials development, shares his view of the future.... Read more »
The implant features a titanium niobium nitride coating that has been shown in simulated clinical testing to reduce the release of certain metal ions. ... Read more »
Dave Koppenhaver will be responsible for achieving revenue growth targets in adhesives and equipment for Dymax. ... Read more »
“One of the most important and interesting technological developments in the realm of orthopedic devices is the creation of multifunctional coatings,” says Stuart B. Goodman, M.D., orthopedic surgeon and professor at Stanford.... Read more »
Orthopedic and coating manufacturers are leading the discussions with ASTM, ISO and FDA to set standards and guidance for current and future coatings.... Read more »
Public-company announcements, as well as conversations we’ve had with members of industry, indicate that manufacturers continue to push toward commercializing coatings that prevent surgical infections and that productive conversations are taking place with regulators.... Read more »
Orthopedic joint replacement and spine companies tout their coatings as essential elements to new products.... Read more »
Bio-Gate learned during its FDA pre-submission process that a 510(k) application can be submitted without human data for its HyProtect™ thin plasma coating that contains pure silver and polysiloxane and protects implants against bacterial colonization.... Read more »
Millenia Technologies will distribute Ionbond’s full product line of CVD, CVA12 and CVI equipment.... Read more »
Between now and NASS 2018, we expect to hear more about new spine products that use additive manufacturing, more variations on PEEK and titanium and more expandable interbody designs. The 14 companies highlighted are already on board.... Read more »
MICRALOX is a coating that protects medical devices from frequent cleaning, sterilization, harsh chemicals, detergents and exposure to corrosive galvanic environments.... Read more »
"Cage design has been a game changer in spine surgery." Three veteran spine surgeons provide insight into the shift to titanium, a forecast for the next five years in cage technology and thoughts on device companies' priorities.... Read more »
The company attributes part of its increase in gross margin to higher sales in the medical industry, specifically for coatings on implantable devices.... Read more »
Numerate, a drug design company applying AI to transform small molecule drug discovery, was awarded a grant by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases to improve outcomes for orthopaedic implant recipients.... Read more »
After reviewing company product launches, research and discussions, it's clear that implant coatings are of great interest to orthopaedic professionals.... Read more »
The Unitedcoatings Group announced the grand opening ceremony of Eurocoating Medical Technology (Wuxi) Co., LTD, established in China, in Xishan Economic & Technological Development Zone in October. ... Read more »
The entity will supply HA coatings, packaging and sterilization to the Indian orthopaedic device market and international mid-tier market.... Read more »
Components made with these antimicrobial polymer blends kill harmful bacteria that leads to infections. ... Read more »
David DiBiasio expands his present role for PCCI and DCHN.... Read more »
As you consider your priorities for the AAOS Annual Meeting, keep in mind that the conference continues to attract exhibiting supplier and service providers. This list allows you to identify companies by their main capability.... Read more »
Promimic’s HAnano Surface represents an era of implant surfaces based on bio-mimicking synthetic bone minerals.... Read more »
Coatings and surface treatments that encourage bony ingrowth are as popular now as ever. The technologies that allow for such growth, however, are changing. As additive-manufactured implants and nanotechnology allow for new forms of coatings, companies are starting to experiment with these technolog... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
As an implant material, what does Silicon Nitride offer vs. titanium or PEEK? A team from Amedica explores the material's potential benefits supporting new bone growth, enhanced imaging, antimicrobial features and more.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
