Industry News

PACS solutions for orthopaedic practices
Viztek’s Opal-Ortho Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) (A) solution for orthopaedic practices is a single appliance that integrates digital radiography or computed radiography with PACS for optimal efficiency. The Opal-Ortho suite occupies a very small footprint, yet it is capable of housing 100,000 imaging studies. According to the manufacturer, enhanced digital templating provides immediate calculations to help surgeons create more precise surgical plans, while the web-based platform enables the display of images on mobile devices such as iPad® tablets or Android devices.

For more information, visit www.viztek.net

Conservative treatment for OA knee pain
The DonJoy OA Nano™ knee brace from DJO Global (B) is a conservative treatment for mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis (OA) knee pain. Manufactured using nanoMAG™ TTMP, a new type of metal that is reportedly as light as magnesium with the strength of aircraft-grade aluminum, the 14.2-ounce OA Nano decreases pressure on the knee by offloading stress. In addition to its light weight, the knee brace also features flexibility and a low profile, all designed to optimize patient comfort, compliance, and efficacy.

For more information, visit www.djoglobal.com

Spinal system for small stature patients
K2M, Inc.’s MESA® Small Stature Spinal System (C) is a 4.5 mm pedicle screw system for treating small stature patients. The top-loading system features Zero-Torque Technology®, which applies zero torsional loads, or twisting forces, to the spine when locking the screw. It also features enhanced dual-lead thread and light ergonomic instrumentation.

For more information, visit www.k2m.com

Lordotic cervical cage
Featuring VerteBRIDGE® plating technology, the ROI-C Lordotic Cervical Cage from LDR offers a zero profile, stand-alone construct for fusion in the cervical spine. The cage’s design reportedly enables surgeons to treat patients with more varied anatomy, and reduces the need for thick cervical plates that may contribute to dysphagia. The self-guided, curved plating is delivered in the plane of the disk through a direct anterior approach, enabling implantation with less exposure than may be required to implant a traditional cervical plate or contemporary stand-alone systems, according to the manufacturer.

For more information, visit www.ldrholding.com

Porous metal interbody implant for lumbar spine
According to Zimmer, its recently introduced TM Ardis™ Interbody System is the first application of a porous metal implant with an interbody indication for the lumbar spine in the United States. The system is indicated for use with autogenous bone graft as an intervertebral body fusion device at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbosacral region (L2-S1) in the treatment of degenerative disk disease with up to Grade 1 spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). The TM Ardis Interbody System is implanted using a posterior or transforaminal approach and is intended to be used singly or in pairs with supplemental fixation. Patients should be skeletally mature and have had 6 months of nonsurgical treatment.

The TM Ardis Implant features an updated, anatomical shape that allows the implant to be inserted into the disk space more easily, while its large porous surface area is designed to support boney in-growth and more even load distribution. The TM Ardis Interbody System is available in 40 sizes, with implants available in three lengths, two widths, and eight heights.

For more information, visit www.zimmer.com

3D intraoperative implant verification
Mazor Robotics’ Renaissance™ surgical guidance system for spine procedures now incorporates the C-OnSite application. C-OnSite uses images from two-dimensional C-arms to enable low-radiation, intraoperative three-dimensional (3D) verification of implant placement. After the surgeon positions the screw(s), a 15-second C-arm scan is performed. These images are then fused with images from the preoperative computed tomography scan, producing an intraoperative 3D axial view of the spine that shows the exact location of each pedicle screw and its relationship to the spinal canal, enabling immediate repositioning if necessary.

For more information, visit www.mazorrobotics.com

Smith & Nephew introduces new plating systems
The VLP FOOT Percutaneous Calcaneus Plating System (D) is specifically designed for treating calcaneus fractures using a percutaneous approach. The system features a streamlined profile and tapered-edge plates that assist with plate insertion and fracture reduction. It is also the only plating system to offer variable-angle locking technology and feature four different screw options to address differences in bone quality, according to the manufacturer.

The PERI-LOC Ankle Fusion System is a complete ankle fusion plating system with four anatomic plate designs that enable surgeons to perform both tibiotalar and tibiotalocalcaneal fusions through multiple approaches, including anterior, lateral, or posterior. The PERI-LOC System also offers outstanding stability because the screws thread into the plate, creating a true fixed-angle locked construct, states Smith & Nephew.

For more information, visit www.smith-nephew.com

Rotator cuff, labral repair system
Utilizing Quattro™ Link Knotless Anchor technology, the Quattro Shoulder System from Cayenne Medical enables surgeon-controlled tensioning of each suture strand and features a unique cleat design to maintain proper tension throughout anchor deployment. The system also features the Quattro™ X Suture Anchor, preloaded with two strands of #2 Force Fiber™ high-strength suture and developed with a tapered thread design for optimal bone purchase.

For more information, visit www.cayennemedical.com

AAOS Now
August 2012 Issue
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