Spine News

In honor of Scoliosis Awareness Month, Healio revisits the latest news and research on interventions and comprehensive care for individuals living with scoliosis.

PathKeeper Surgical has announced FDA 510(k) clearance of its PathKeeper 3D optical navigation system for patients undergoing spine surgery, according to a company release.

Orthofix Medical Inc. has announced the full commercial launch of the WaveForm A, a 3D-printed interbody implant for patients undergoing anterior lumbar interbody fusion, according to a company press release.

Although an initial set of growing rods maintained spinal growth, controlled spinal curvature and promoted proper lung development in children with early onset scoliosis, results showed a second set did not continue the lengthening rate.

In this video, M. Wade Shrader, MD, discussed the impact of preoperative psychosocial assessment on length of stay in pediatric patients with cerebral palsy undergoing hip reconstruction or spinal fusion.

In this video, Suken A. Shah, MD, discussed results that showed caregivers and surgeons primarily seek spine surgery for children with cerebral palsy scoliosis to improve pain and sitting ability, as well as to prevent complications.

Patients had poor compliance with wearing hyperextension orthoses for nonoperative treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures, according to results published in The Spine Journal.

Waypoint Orthopedics Inc. has announced FDA 510(k) clearance of the Waypoint GPS, a smart bone awl designed to drill pilot holes for pedicle screws, according to a press release.

The Integrate-C Interbody Fusion System by HAPPE Spine, a spinal fusion cage designed for enhanced bone ingrowth, has received 510(k) clearance from the FDA, according to a press release.

Published results showed biomechanical CT analysis may identify patients aged 50 years or older with primary spinal fusion and osteoporosis who had elevated risks for reoperation and vertebral fracture.