Spine News

Therapeutic aquatic exercise results in greater lower back pain relief than physical therapy, and demonstrates long-term effects for up to 12 months, according to data published in JAMA Network Open.

Published results showed many commonly performed elective orthopedic procedures do not have a strong, high-quality evidence base that shows these are more effective than nonoperative alternatives.

VySpine has announced FDA 510(k) clearance for the VySpan posterior cervical thoracic system, according to a press release.

The popularity of esports continues to grow in reputation, as well as participation. Despite being perceived as a “sedentary” sport, esports are incredibly demanding, not just cognitively, but physically, as well.

The world of competitive gaming, known as esports, has expanded over the years and is anticipated to continue growing, with viewership expected to increase from 435.9 million in 2020 to 577.2 million in 2024, according to market reports.

A 71-year-old man with significant medical comorbidities presented with complete quadriplegia following extubation after prolonged COVID-19-related pneumonia.

Three months after a cohort of patients used a home-based therapeutic virtual reality program called EaseVRx, data indicated it was superior to a sham device in several clinical measures related to the user’s chronic lower back pain.

NuVasive Inc. has announced FDA 510(k) clearance for expanded indication of Attrax putty for use in interbody fusion of the thoracolumbar spine, according to a press release.

MiRus LLC has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its IO expandable lumbar interbody iimplant for use in patients with degenerative disc disease, according to a press release.

Published results showed a significant proportion of patients with vertebral compression fractures had decreased or discontinued opioid prescription fills, as well as reduced payer costs, after interventional treatment.