Orthopedics
De Mayo RoTractor
May 15, 2013 10:39 am | by Innovative Medical Products | Innovative Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsInnovative Medical Products has introduced a unique solution for securing a patient’s arm rotation during arthroscopic shoulder surgery without the need of an assistant to hold the rotation of the arm for an extended period of time at the desired position. By freeing up an assistant, the De Mayo RoTractor increases the surgical team’s efficiency.
Spinal 'Spacer' Procedure Has Fewer Complications, But Higher Risk Of Repeat Surgery
May 8, 2013 10:36 am | News | CommentsInterspinous spacer implantation—a less-invasive alternative surgical option for spinal stenosis—has a lower complication rate than spinal fusion, reports a study. However, patients receiving interspinous spacers are more likely to require repeated back surgery.
Surgeons Implant Magnetic Growing Rods In Treatment For Scoliosis
May 8, 2013 10:29 am | News | CommentsIn a revolutionary treatment for early-onset scoliosis (EOS), a team of surgeons implanted adjustable growing rods in two children from California. The pioneering surgeries — the first ever in the United States — were performed on May 7th at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego.
Surgeon Attitudes Shifting About Joint Replacement In Younger Patients
May 7, 2013 10:29 am | by Candace Nelson | News | CommentsIt's no secret that obesity remains a problem nationwide. Among the myriad risks associated with being overweight is wear and tear on joints. Extreme sports also have seen an increase in popularity, leading to more sports-related injuries.
Orthopedic Surgeon Performs ACI Surgery In Outpatient Setting
May 6, 2013 10:38 am | News | CommentsCartilage injuries in the knee have long been difficult to treat. While providing short-term pain relief, traditional therapies are often ineffective at preventing further joint damage. However, a revolutionary procedure now offers patients with certain types of cartilage damage within the knee the potential to reverse painful and debilitating joint degeneration and dysfunction.
Weight Gain Common With New Knees
May 3, 2013 10:58 am | by Nancy Walsh | News | CommentsPatients who undergo total knee replacement are at substantial risk for weight gain during the 5 years after the surgery, a large retrospective study showed. And the chance of that "clinically important" weight gain doubled for individuals who had a second arthroplasty during the subsequent 5 years.
Regional Anesthesia Technique Significantly Improves Outcomes Of Hip, Knee Replacement
May 1, 2013 10:41 am | News | CommentsA highly underutilized anesthesia technique called neuraxial anesthesia, also known as spinal or epidural anesthesia, improves outcomes in patients undergoing hip or knee replacement, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery.
Orthopedic Surgical Table
April 30, 2013 10:26 am | by Steris | Steris Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe Steris OT 1000 Series Orthopedic Surgical Table is designed to offer superior control and access to the operative site. The revolutionary SWAN technology provides virtually effortless movement of the anatomy for Anterior Approach Total Hip Arthroplasty (AATHA), fracture reduction, and many other orthopedic procedures.
Stellar Positioning Products
April 26, 2013 10:07 am | by Encompass Group, LLC | Encompass Group | Product Releases | CommentsThe Pillow Factory Division of Encompass Group, LLC announces new Stellar Positioning Products. The positioners in this new line were all designed by clinicians and patients working together to find the perfect balance between the function healthcare providers require and the comfort patients deserve.
Pads And Positioners
April 24, 2013 10:35 am | by Action Products | Product Releases | CommentsAction Products Inc. has expanded its Action brand positioners line with two more head pads and three positioners to protect the smallest of patients. Incrementally different sized products are meaningful to improving the quality of care for this patient population.
gSource Announces Donation Of Instruments To FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital In Ghana
April 22, 2013 1:40 pm | News | CommentsThe donated instruments, valued at $4,380, will be provided to the FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital in Accra, Ghana for use in orthopedic procedures to help alleviate musculoskeletal problems including complex spine and pediatric orthopedic disorders. Surgical instruments are in need as FOCOS hopes to complete more than 175 surgeries in 2013.
Stirrups
April 22, 2013 11:02 am | by SchureMed | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Great White Platinum Stirrups from SchureMed have the following notable features: higher weight capacity, a larger boot to comfortably fit larger lower legs, an innovative handle design, three axes of movement, among more.
Robot Accessory System
April 19, 2013 9:14 am | by Medicus | Medicus Health | Product Releases | CommentsMedicus offers a robot accessory system for extreme Trendelenburg positioning. According to the company, this system consists of two important components that make extreme robotic positioning safer, easier, and faster while assisting in reducing nosocomial infections.
Positioning System
April 16, 2013 9:40 am | by Xodus Medical | Product Releases | CommentsThe Pink Pad - Pigazzi Positioning System from Xodus Medical is designed to mold to the patient's body, providing stability and maintaining patient position throughout the procedure. Its for single patient use, and it decreases potential cross contamination with reusables.
Tri-Pull Secure Shoulder Solution
April 12, 2013 10:08 am | by Innovative Medical Products | Innovative Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Tri-Pull Secure Shoulder Solution from Innovative Medical Products employs three proven systems to confidently secure, distract, and ensure precise rotation control of the shoulder during surgical procedures without compromising the sterile field.
Orthopedic Surgical Table
April 11, 2013 5:52 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe STERIS OT 1000 orthopedic surgical table features the company's intelligent SWAN technology, a unique buoyant articulation capability that allows virtually effortless movement of the patient for anterior approach total hip arthroplasty (AATHA), fracture reduction, and many other orthopedic procedures.
Absorbent Floor Pads
April 8, 2013 10:25 am | by LDI Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsLDI Corporation announces the launch of the EnviroSorb Super Absorbent Surgical Floor Pad. The new EnviroSorb Super Absorbent pad absorbs twice as much fluid and contains spills in an innovative composite structure.
The Protector
April 8, 2013 10:18 am | by Innovative Medical Products | Innovative Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsInnovative Medical Products has developed ‘The Protector,’ a unique approach for pressure redistribution and to assist in the prevention skin chafing. The Protector is an easy-to-apply gel guard that adheres to the skin and serves as a defense from sources of irritation.
Study: Not All Patients Benefit Equally From Hip Or Knee Replacement
April 5, 2013 11:16 am | News | CommentsOnly half of people with arthritis who had a hip or knee replacement reported a significant improvement in pain and mobility after surgery, according to a new study.
Advances In Surgical Technologies Boost Demand for Efficient Bone Graft Substitutes
March 29, 2013 10:55 am | News | CommentsProduct and technology improvements in healthcare increased the number of orthopedic surgeries and subsequently, the demand for efficacious bone graft materials in the United States. Owing to these technology introductions, new market segments such as cell-based matrices are gaining at the expense of some others, such as the bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) market.
Slimline Abduction Pillow
March 26, 2013 10:35 am | by Innovative Medical Products | Innovative Medical Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Slimline Abduction Pillow from Innovative Medical Products, a global leader in patient positioning, is designed to assure greater patient comfort and easier nursing care after hip surgery.
Studies: Minimally-Invasive Cooled Radiofrequency Treatment For Low Back Pain Is Effective
March 8, 2013 11:22 am | News | CommentsKimberly-Clark today announced the publication of two separate studies that achieved positive outcomes following use of cooled radiofrequency (RF) to treat discogenic and sacroiliac joint (SIJ) pain in the low back.
Stretcher-Chairs
March 4, 2013 11:31 am | by TransMotion Medical | Transmotion Medical Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTransMotion Medical offers a line of stretcher-chairs, designed to be safe patient handling equipment in a Universal Care Platform. Each stretcher-chair is a chair, stretcher, outpatient surgery table, recliner, and transport device – all in one.
Anti-Fatigue Mat
March 4, 2013 9:54 am | by Aspen Surgical | Product Releases | CommentsAspen Surgical announces the launch of its ErgoSupport Anti-Fatigue Mat. This mat is intended to reduce the fatigue that nurses and surgeons experience from long hours of standing in one location. It uses a dual foam and gel technology to provide comfort under the foot.
Pads And Positioners
March 4, 2013 9:41 am | by Action Products | Product Releases | CommentsAction Products Inc. has expanded its Action brand positioners line with two more head pads and three positioners to protect the smallest of patients. Incrementally different sized products are meaningful to improving the quality of care for this patient population.
