Biologics News

Ventris Medical received FDA 510(k) clearance of its Amplify standalone bone graft putty, according to a company press release.

Published results showed application of calcium sulphate and hydroxyapatite biomaterial at the bone-implant interface may increase peri-implant bone formation in patients with osteoporosis and trochanteric fractures.

Ankle distraction arthroplasty is a mechano-biological treatment for osteoarthritis of the ankle that serves as an alternative to ankle arthrodesis and prosthetic arthroplasty, or total ankle replacement.

Osteochondral defects of the knee articular cartilage are injuries frequently seen in orthopedics and sports medicine.

Orthofix Medical Inc. has announced Jason Shallenberger as president of its bone growth therapies business. The company also announced a realignment of its spine business, according to a press release.

There is much written about the virtue of compassion, which literally means “to suffer together.” A more practical definition would be sympathetic awareness of others’ distress together with a desire to alleviate it.

According to published results, older adults who are considering elective surgery reported concerns about the physical aspects of surgery, as well as the financial and employment consequences.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Samuel Moen, BS, discussed the benefits of forming relationships with employers to advance an orthopedic practice and connect with patients.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Jack M. Bert, MD, discussed several paths to success for private practice and employed orthopedic physicians.

WAILEA, Hawaii — At Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Allison Terry, PA-C, discussed how advanced practice providers, such as physician assistants and nurse practitioners, can help maximize orthopedic patient care.