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Additive Orthopaedics Announces FDA Clearance of their Locking Lattice Plating System for the Global Extremities Market

Posted On April 13, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Regulatory /  

LITTLE SILVER, N.J., April 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Additive Orthopaedics, LLC., an early stage orthopaedic device company, today announced that is has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its 3D printed Locking Lattice Plating System, to address stabilization and fusion of fractures, osteotomies, and arthrodesis of small bones.

According to Greg Kowalczyk, President of Additive Orthopaedics, “We are excited to be one of the first companies to leverage the geometric flexibility, clinical advantages and manufacturing cost benefits of additive manufacturing in the orthopaedic plating market.  These plates can be implanted either alone with locking or non-locking screws, or in conjunction with our 3D printed bone segments through the use of a connection screw. This allows the surgeon to mix and match any wedge and plate combination for various deformities, complex revisions, or other limb salvage procedures.”

This is the Company’s third 510(k) clearance leveraging additive manufacturing and fifth product line, which includes their 3D printed core products, biologics, and customs for limb salvage and complex revision cases.  Surgeons have implanted over 300 of their individual devices since the first full commercial product launch at the end of 2016.  The Company has recently closed a Series A Round of $1M.

About Additive Orthopaedics, LLC.
Additive Orthopaedics is an early stage orthopaedic company focused on the integration of advanced manufacturing and biologics for the benefit of a better patient outcome.

Contact:
Greg Kowalczyk
732.882.6633
greg@additiveorthopaedics.com

 

SOURCE Additive Orthopaedics, LLC.

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Inspired Spine Achieves Milestone of 500 Minimally Invasive OLLIF Procedures

Posted On April 13, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Spine, Top Stories /  

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA (PRWEB) APRIL 12, 2017

Inspired Spine, a Minnesota-based spine surgery innovation company, has reached the milestone of completing 500 Oblique Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLLIF) procedures. This truly minimally invasive surgical technique is revolutionizing the performance of lumbar interbody fusions by delivering superior outcomes including substantially less patient recovery time and minimal blood loss, while requiring a procedure duration as short as 30 minutes.

The OLLIF procedure is a minimally invasive lumbar fusion technique that employs an incision of 15 millimeters, produces 80% less blood loss than a traditional fusion, and requires no muscle detachment to access the disc space. After a surgeon learns this technique, the procedure requires less than one third of the time required to perform a traditional fusion procedure, decreasing the patient’s anesthesia risk and increasing OR throughput efficiency.

Remarkably, many patients are ambulatory within two hours after surgery and are often discharged the same day. No infections have occurred during the first 500 procedures.

Numerous studies have been and are currently being performed during the journey to the 500th procedure. One study that has been published in the peer reviewed journal Cureus and presented at several national meetings is “Economic Performance of Oblique Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLLIF) with a Focus on Hospital Throughput Efficiency.” This study demonstrated that due to its substantially reduced surgical time and shorter required hospital stay duration, the OLLIF procedure has saved hospitals an average of $9500 per case while improving patient outcomes.

Inspired Spine has also developed two derivative lumbar fusion techniques from the OLLIF approach: 1) MIS-DLIF and 2) MIS-DTIF. MIS-DLIF enables minimally invasive lumbar fusions to be successfully performed at L5-S1, overcoming the obstacles presented by the ala of the sacrum and the iliac crest. MIS-DTIF enables minimally invasive fusion of the thoracic levels of the spine, eliminating the risks associated with traditional thoracic approaches.

Additionally, OLLIF, MIS-DLIF and MIS-DTIF have been employed to successfully treat adult degenerative scoliosis for several of the first 500 patients.

Said Chief Medical Officer Hamid Abbasi MD, “Inspired Spine’s mission is to improve patient outcomes by substantially upgrading the surgical standard of care to that which is truly minimally invasive to deliver maximum improvements to each patient. Therefore, our team developed the capability to effectively employ the OLLIF and its derivative techniques throughout the lumbar and thoracic spine. Our data from the 500 procedures demonstrates and documents exceptional outcomes with minimal complications!”

Inspired Spine offers regular training sessions for surgeons nationwide including cadaver labs and on-site proctoring. Additionally, patients can locate an Inspired Spine Certified physician for treatment by visiting InspiredSpine.com.

About Inspired Spine

Inspired Spine, a Minnesota-based advanced minimally invasive spinal surgery technology developer, has introduced and performed over 500 procedures using revolutionary new technologies and procedures in advanced minimally invasive systems. These new procedures are transforming how spinal surgeries are approached and can replace more traditional “open” spinal fusion surgeries.

Inspired Spine is focused on the development of advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, procedures and other health care technology to minimize or eliminate the physical and economic risks and discomfort that are created by the daily struggles of enduring back pain and its physical limitations. Learn more at http://inspiredspine.com/.

Contact for Inspired Spine:
David Greene, 602-677-8981
dgreene(at)theusleadnetwork.com

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United Orthopedic Corporation Receives U.S. FDA Clearance For Company’s Polyethylene Knee Insert

Posted On April 13, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Regulatory /  

IRVINE, Calif., April 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — United Orthopedic Corporation (UOC), a leading international designer, manufacturer and distributor of innovative orthopedic implants and instruments, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared its E-XPE™ polyethylene knee insert. The knee insert is designed to provide patients with knee replacements with reduced risk of oxidation.1

“Clearance of our E-XPE™ polyethylene knee insert represents an important milestone in our knee portfolio,” said Calvin Lin, President of United Orthopedic Corporation USA. “Oxidation continues to be a concern for surgeons. The E-XPE™ polyethylene is resistant to oxidation and performs extremely well with respect to abrasive wear resistance.”

The E-XPE™ is the new generation of highly cross-linked polyethylene blended with 0.1 percent (w/w) vitamin E to enhance wear resistance without compromising oxidative stability and mechanical properties.

UOC’s vertically integrated manufacturing process is unique, enabling the company to control the production cycle of their implants, from initial design to distribution in each of its manufacturing facilities. By doing so, UOC is capable of ensuring a stable, quality product supply and a remarkable level of customization to meet the needs of patients.

More than 600,000 knee replacements are performed each year in the United States.2

About United Orthopedic Corporation

United Orthopedic Corporation (UOC) is a leading international designer, manufacturer, and distributor of innovative, regulatory compliant orthopedic implants and instrument sets used by surgeons around the globe. UOC’s offering includes a flexible range of clinically proven solutions used to perform total hip/knee replacements and revisions, plus clinical education, service and support for surgeons and hospital staff. UOC operates Quality Management Systems (QMS) that comply with ISO 9001/13485, FDA, and CE requirements. For more information about United Orthopedic Corporation, visit www.uocusa.com.

Media Contact
Erich Sandoval
Lazar Partners Ltd.
Tel: +1 917-497-2867
Email: esandoval@lazarpartners.com

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1 Bellare, A. et al. Journal of Applied Polymer Science (2016). Oxidation Resistance and Abrasive Wear Resistance of Vitamin E Stabilized Radiation Crosslinked Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene, DOI:10.1002/APP.44125.
2 American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons website. Beyond Surgery Day:
The Full Impact of Knee Replacement. Accessed April 10, 2017 from: http://www.anationinmotion.org/value/knee.

SOURCE United Orthopedic Corporation

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EOS Imaging Reports 34% Revenue Growth for the First Quarter of 2017

Posted On April 13, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Financial /  

April 12, 2017

PARIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–EOS imaging (Paris:EOSI) (Euronext, FR0011191766 – EOSI – Eligible for PEA-PME savings schemes in France), the pioneer in 2D/3D orthopaedic medical imaging, today announced its consolidated revenue for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017.

Marie Meynadier, Chief Executive Officer of EOS imaging, said, “We delivered a quarter of strong growth, building on our positive momentum in EMEA, including a first sale in Israel and significant sales in the United Kingdom. This also reflects an excellent momentum in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by market approval in China obtained in 2016.”

€ millions Q1 2017 Q1 2016
Equipment sales 5.47 4.09
As a % of total revenues 77% 77%
Sales of maintenance 1.40 0.99
As a % of total revenues 19% 18%
Sales of consumables and services 0.26 0.24
As a % of total revenues 4% 5%
Total revenues 7.13 5.33
Unaudited data
  • First-quarter 2017 revenue up 34% to €7.13 million

The Company sold 14 EOS® platforms in the first quarter of 2017, compared to 10 in the same period last year. Revenues from sales of equipment totalled €5.47 million, an increase of 34%.

Sales of maintenance contracts increased by 41% to €1.40 million against €0.99 million in the first quarter of 2015. This reflects the continued increase in the installed base of EOS systems and an associated high contract subscription rate after warranty.

Sales of consumables and services were €0.26 million in the first quarter of 2017 versus €.024 million in the first quarter of 2016.

  • The strong growth in sales was driven by continued expansion in EMEA and Asia-Pacific
€ millions Q1 2017 Q1 2016
EMEA 3.21 2.45
North America 2.48 2.85
Asia-Pacific 1.44 0.03
Total revenues 7.13 5.33
Unaudited data

EOS reported continued sales momentum in EMEA, generating revenue of €3.21 million, an increase of 31% compared to the same period last year. This included strong sales in the United Kingdom as well as a first sale in Israel.

Sales in North America were €2.48 million, a decrease of 13% compared to the first quarter of 2016, which included particularly high sales in this region.

Sales in the Asia-Pacific region were €1.44 million. This largely reflects sales in China following regulatory approval in 2016.

  • Chief Financial Officer Transition

Anne Renevot, EOS imaging’s Chief Financial Officer, will leave the Company at the end of April to pursue other professional interests. The EOS imaging financial team, composed of 5 employees, will be led by an interim-CFO until the recruitment of a permanent CFO is completed. “I would like to thank Anne for her professionalism, commitment and contribution to the development of the Company. I wish her as much success in her new career as she had in our collaboration,” said Marie Meynadier.

For more information, please visit www.eos-imaging.com.

EOS imaging has been chosen to be included in the new EnterNext© PEA-PME 150 index, composed of 150 French companies and listed on Euronext and Alternext markets in Paris.

EOS imaging is listed on Compartment C of Euronext Paris

ISIN: FR0011191766 – Ticker: EOSI

About EOS imaging

EOS imaging designs, develops, and markets EOS®, an innovative medical imaging system dedicated to osteoarticular pathologies and orthopaedics, as well as associated solutions. The Company is authorized to market in 51 countries, including the United States (FDA), Japan and the European Union (EC). The Group posted 2016 revenues of €30.8 million and employs 132 people at December 2016, including an R&D team of 43 engineers. The Group is based in Paris and has five subsidiaries in Besançon (France), Cambridge (Massachusetts), Montreal (Canada), Frankfurt (Germany) and Singapore.

Next press release: 2017 First-half sales on July 18, 2017 (after the market close)

Contacts

EOS imaging
Anne Renevot, +33 (0)1 55 25 61 24
CFO
investors@eos-imaging.com
or
NewCap
Financial communication and investor relations
Pierre Laurent / Valentine Brouchot
+33 (0)1 44 71 94 96
eosimaging@newcap.eu
or
The Ruth Group (US)
Press relations
Joanna Zimmerman, 646-536-7006
jzimmerman@theruthgroup.com

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NuVasive To Feature Proprietary Radiation Reduction Platform At ISASS 2017

Posted On April 12, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Spine /  

SAN DIEGO, April 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA), a leading medical device company focused on transforming spine surgery with minimally disruptive, procedurally-integrated solutions, today announced it will showcase the Company’s LessRay® software technology at the International Society for Advancement of Spine Surgery’s (ISASS) 17th annual conference held April 12-14, 2017 in Boca Raton, Florida.

LessRay is a proprietary image enhancement technology that improves low-quality, low-radiation images to look more like conventional full-dose images without disrupting surgical workflow. The software is designed to be integrated into current surgeon workflow and utilizes an algorithm to drive image registration and enable management of radiation exposure, while maintaining high-quality, intra-operative images on existing C-Arm workflow without loss of visual accuracy.

NuVasive ISASS17 Participation Details

NuVasive will showcase its technologies at NuVasive Booth #400 on the ISASS exhibit floor.

The Company will host an industry lunch workshop featuring Robert Isaacs, M.D. and LessRay on April 12, 2017 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Room Royal 7.

Visit here for more details and the schedule of events.

About NuVasive
NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA) is a world leader in minimally invasive, procedurally-integrated spine solutions. From complex spinal deformity to degenerative spinal conditions, NuVasive is transforming spine surgery with innovative technologies designed to deliver reproducible and clinically proven surgical outcomes. NuVasive’s highly differentiated, procedurally-integrated solutions include access instruments, implantable hardware and software systems for surgical planning and reconciliation technology that centers on achieving the global alignment of the spine. With $962 million in revenues (2016), NuVasive has an approximate 2,300 person workforce in more than 40 countries around the world. For more information, please visit www.nuvasive.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
NuVasive cautions you that statements included in this news release that are not a description of historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors which, if they do not materialize or prove correct, could cause NuVasive’s results to differ materially from historical results or those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties which contribute to the uncertain nature of these statements include, among others, risks associated with acceptance of the Company’s surgical products and procedures by spine surgeons, development and acceptance of new products or product enhancements, clinical and statistical verification of the benefits achieved via the use of NuVasive’s products (including the iGA™ platform), the Company’s ability to effectually manage inventory as it continues to release new products, its ability to recruit and retain management and key personnel, and the other risks and uncertainties described in NuVasive’s news releases and periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. NuVasive’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission are available at www.sec.gov. NuVasive assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances arising after the date on which it was made.

SOURCE NuVasive, Inc.

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HSS Opens Ambulatory Surgery Center in Manhattan

Posted On April 12, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Extremities, Sports Medicine /  

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 12, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Today, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) the first and only hospital in the United States dedicated to orthopedic and rheumatologic care, announced its plan to open the HSS ASC of Manhattan in June 2017.

The HSS ASC of Manhattan will focus on hand, foot and ankle and sports medicine surgeries. David S. Levine, MD, foot and ankle surgeon at HSS, will serve as the center’s medical director.

“The HSS ASC of Manhattan is a very exciting initiative,” said Dr. Levine. “This new location and offering will substantially expand access to ambulatory surgery as an extension of Hospital for Special Surgery.”

The 22,425 square-foot center is conveniently located at 1233 Second Avenue at 65th Street, a short distance from the Hospital main campus. The center features four operating rooms and a 16 bay pre- and post-surgical unit.

“For nearly three decades HSS has been leading the fields of orthopedics and rheumatology in quality and patient experience,” said Louis A. Shapiro, president and CEO, Hospital for Special Surgery. “HSS is more than a hospital and we’re constantly working to identify news ways to make better quality care more accessible, through research, innovation and locations like this new ASC.”

Bryan Guss, RN, BSN, CNOR, will be the new senior director of the ASC and is joining HSS from Northern Westchester Hospital. HSS physicians on staff at the ASC will include ten sports medicine specialists, five foot and ankle surgeons and five hand and upper extremity surgeons. In addition to the 20 specialty surgeons, there will be anesthesiologists and nursing professionals providing care to patients.

Ambulatory surgery cases will still be performed at the HSS main campus. The HSS ASC of Manhattan is optimizing the care delivery system by providing another surgical location option for patients.

About Hospital for Special Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. HSS is nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics and No. 2 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2016-2017), and is the first hospital in New York State to receive Magnet Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Service from the American Nurses Credentialing Center four consecutive times. HSS has one of the lowest infection rates in the country. HSS is an affiliate of Weill Cornell Medical College and as such all Hospital for Special Surgery medical staff are faculty of Weill Cornell. The Hospital’s research division is internationally recognized as a leader in the investigation of musculoskeletal and autoimmune diseases. Hospital for Special Surgery is located in New York City and online at www.hss.edu.

 

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joimax® Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary with 900 Users in China and Reports a Jump in Q1-2017 Sales

Posted On April 12, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Financial, Spine /  

April 11, 2017

IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–joimax®, the German-based market leader of technologies and training methods for endoscopic minimally invasive spinal surgery, recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary in China with an outstanding 3-day event in Chongqing. More than 900 surgeons out of 2,000 users in China took part in live surgeries, workshops and a scientific program on endoscopic spinal technologies including MISS fusion techniques. joimax® also organized the presentation of its latest systems like the TESSYS® ISeeU and iLESSYS® Delta in product trainings as well as its newest tools for endoscopic treatment in an exhibition hall. The program was supported by joimax® Faculty Members from Europe, USA and other countries.

During the meeting a Chinese Faculty Team, with 13 members, was inaugurated by Wolfgang Ries, Founder and CEO of joimax®, and Qin-Guang You, President of joimax® China. “Due to the growing education and training needs in the Asian region the time has come to form a local team for this important market,” explains Wolfgang Ries. “It is a great honor to lead this team and to support the further growth of joimax®,” says the head of the Faculty Team, Prof. Yue Zhou from the Third Military Medical University in Chongqing. He was awarded with the joimax® Handshake Award in Gold for his exceptional commitment, and the members of the group received the joimax® Handshake Award in Silver.

After growing sales figures in 2016 (31% growth vs. 2015), joimax® is proud to announce a jump in sales in the first quarter 2017. Consolidated figures show an increase of 60% compared to the same period of last year. “This is a very encouraging development, showing the continuing expansion and growth of the group,” states Wolfgang Ries, Founder and CEO of joimax®.

About joimax®

Founded in Karlsruhe, Germany, in 2001, joimax® is the leading developer and marketer of complete systems for endoscopic minimally invasive spinal surgery. With TESSYS® (transforaminal), iLESSYS® (interlaminar) and CESSYS® (cervical) for decompression procedures, MultiZYTE® RT (e.g. for rhizotomy) and with MultiZYTE® SI for SI-Joint therapy or with EndoLIF® and Percusys® for endoscopic minimally-invasive assisted stabilizations, proven endoscopic systems are provided that, together, cover a whole variety of indications.

In procedures for herniated disc, stenosis, pain therapy or spinal stabilization treatment, surgeons utilize joimax® technologies to operate through small incisions – under local or full anesthetic – via tissue and muscle-sparing corridors through natural openings into the spinal canal (e.g. intervertebral foramen, the “Kambin triangle”).

Contacts

Press Contact USA:
joimax® Inc.
Melissa Brumley
001 949 859 3472
Melissa.brumley@joimaxusa.com

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Exactech Schedules First Quarter 2017 Earnings Release and Conference Call

Posted On April 12, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Financial /  

April 12, 2017

GAINESVILLE, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Exactech, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXAC), a developer and producer of bone and joint restoration products and biologic materials for extremities, hip and knee will release its first quarter 2017 financial results on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. A copy of the earnings release will be available at http://www.hawkassociates.com.

The company will hold a conference call with CEO David Petty and key members of the management team on Wednesday, April 26 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The call will cover Exactech’s first quarter 2017 results. Mr. Petty will open the conference call and a question-and-answer session will follow.

To participate in the call, dial 877-874-1569 any time after 9:50 a.m. Eastern on April 26. International and local callers should dial 719-325-4888. A live webcast of the call will be available at http://www.hawkassociates.com/profile/exac.cfm or http://public.viavid.com/index.php?id=123876.

This call will be archived for approximately 90 days.

About Exactech

Based in Gainesville, Fla., Exactech develops and markets orthopaedic implant devices, related surgical instruments and biologic materials and services to hospitals and physicians. The company manufactures many of its orthopaedic devices at its Gainesville facility. Exactech’s orthopaedic products are used in the restoration of bones and joints that have deteriorated as a result of injury or diseases such as arthritis. Exactech markets its products in the United States, in addition to more than 30 markets in Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Additional information about Exactech can be found at http://www.exac.com.

A current investment profile on Exactech (Nasdaq: EXAC) is available online at http://www.hawkassociates.com/profile/exac.cfm. To receive future releases in e-mail alerts, sign up at http://www.hawkassociates.com/about/alert.

This release contains various forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which represent the company’s expectations or beliefs concerning future events of the company’s financial performance. These forward-looking statements are further qualified by important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. These factors include the effect of competitive pricing, the company’s dependence on the ability of third party manufacturers to produce components on a basis which is cost-effective to the company, market acceptance of the company’s products and the effects of government regulation. Results actually achieved may differ materially from expected results included in these statements.

Contacts

Exactech, Inc.
Investor contacts
Jody Phillips, 352-377-1140
Executive Vice President of Finance &
Chief Financial Officer
or
Hawk Associates
Julie Marshall or Frank Hawkins, 305-451-1888
EXAC@hawkassociates.com
or
Media contacts
Exactech
Priscilla Bennett, 352-377-1140
Vice President, Corporate & Marketing Communication

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Here’s why more patients turn to outpatient surgical clinics for complex procedures

Posted On April 12, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Financial /  

BY JOHN STARK for The Bellingham Herald

Thanks to advances in medical technology, many surgery patients who would once have faced a few nights in a hospital are now getting complex procedures done at outpatient clinics that can get them in and out in less than a day.

The trend toward replacing lengthy hospital stays with an outpatient approach began in the 1970s, grew steadily and still appears to be gaining momentum. There is much more at stake than patient convenience: Outpatient surgery is far less costly to patients, insurers and the government programs that pay medical bills for millions of people.

That’s because hospitals must charge enough to cover their extensive overhead costs, which are far less in an outpatient clinic.

Pam Novotny, administrator at Bellingham Ambulatory Surgery Center at 2075 Barkley Boulevard, provided some examples:

▪ For cataract surgery, Medicare reimburses a hospital about $1,800. An ambulatory surgery center gets less about $1,100.

▪ For inguinal hernia repair, a hospital gets about $2,900, while a surgery center gets about $1,700.

▪ A breast lumpectomy costs Medicare about $2,500 in a hospital, compared to about $1,200 at a surgery center.

Gary Richberg is administrator at Pacific Rim Outpatient Surgery Center, 3009 Squalicum Parkway next to Peace Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Richberg said Pacific Rim is Bellingham’s largest surgery center, with about 5,000 surgeries performed there each year.

Richberg estimated that about 35 percent of procedures at Pacific Rim are knee and hip surgeries, including full joint replacements that once involved costly hospital stays of three to four days. Medical and professional journals report that an increasing number of such surgeries are being done at surgical centers instead of in hospitals, mostly because the cost is thousands of dollars less.

 

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Expanding Orthopedics Inc. to Present Clinical Information With FLXfit™ at the ISSAS Conference in Boca Raton

Posted On April 12, 2017 By OrthoSpineNews In Spine /  

OR AKIVA, Israel, April 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ —

Expanding Orthopedics Inc. (EOI), a privately held medical device company focused on developing and commercializing innovative expandable devices for spine surgery, is excited to announce that clinical experience with the FLXfit™, world’s first articulating and lordotic expandable cage, which will be presented by two distinguished surgeons at the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS) Meeting in Boca Raton, FL.

Dr. Marc Weinstein, from the Center for Spinal Disorders at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Tampa, will have a podium presentation “Use of a Novel 3-D Titanium Alloy Lordotic Expandable Cage Improves Segmental Lordosis after TLIF Greater than with a Static Lordotic Cage. Dr. Weinstein commented, “The FLXfit enables a unique, in-situ lordosis correction allowing to dial in the lordosis angle and to fit it to the patient’s anatomy.” Moreover, “The FLXfitTM cage effectively allows for larger cage in the interbody space once expanded.” Dr. Weinstein added, “Our study has shown significantly improved segmental lordosis was achieved using FLXfitTM with TLIF when compared to a static cage. He concludes, “We are in the midst of a clinical study which will provide a more thorough investigation of this unique device and demonstrate its clinical value for our patients.”

Dr. Raphael Roybal, from the Spine Institute at Chatham Orthopaedics, Savannah, GA., will have a poster presentation “Improvement in Sagittal Alignment and ODI Scores in Patients Treated with MIS TLIF Using a Lordotic Expandable Cage versus a Fixed Lordotic cage”. He noted, “The use of the FLXfit™ expandable cage demonstrated increased correction of the sagittal alignment post-operatively compared to a fixed angle banana cage.” Dr. Roybal added, “The combination of a large footprint device, controlled lordotic expansion and an easy to use instrumentation makes it an optimal solution for my patients.”

Mr. Ofer Bokobza, CEO of Expanding Orthopedics, said that “We are excited to present at this important ISSAS event with two renowned surgeons as Dr. Roybal and Dr. Weinstein. This continues to reinforce the clinical benefits of this novel device and its potential contribution to sagittal alignment.” Mr. Bokobza stated that, “We are excited about the momentum and growth of the FLXfitTMin the US and are continuing to monitor and collect clinical data in more US centers.”

About Expanding Orthopedics Inc.

Expanding Orthopedics Inc. is medical device company developing and marketing innovative products designed to address unmet clinical needs for spine care and improve long-term patients’ outcome. The company is led by a seasoned management team, and is backed by prominent spine surgeons. EOI owns a broad patent portfolio of anatomically fit, expandable devices for enhanced stability through a minimally invasive approach.

Contact info:
David Elkaïm
Vice President
Sales and Marketing
E-mail: david@xortho.com
Phone: +1(347)3219683

SOURCE Expanding Orthopedics Inc. (EOI)

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