New 4D materials could be ‘next generation’ innovation in bioengineering human tissue and organs

By Jamie Bell

04 Mar 21

Scientists from the University of Illinois at Chicago believe their newly developed 4D materials are 'excellent candidates' for…

InnovationsBiomaterials

Chondro3: Novel cartilage regeneration graft gains FDA breakthrough device designation

By Jamie Bell

25 Feb 21

Chondro3 has been recognised by the FDA Breakthrough Devices Program, which aims to improve patient access to new…

InnovationsBiomaterialsOrthopedic

Orthofix launches FITBONE limb-lengthening system in US and Europe

By NS Medical Staff Writer

12 Feb 21

The FITBONE is a fully implantable system that helps to correct leg length and deformity discrepancies

DevicesOrthopedic

Seven innovative German medtech start-ups to keep an eye on throughout 2021

By Jamie Bell

29 Jan 21

We profile seven innovative German medtech start-ups for 2021 - including Implandata, Mecuris, Bio-Gate, Avateramedical, TheraBionic, DeepSpin and…

InnovationsCoatings & Surface Treatments

How a hip prosthesis for dogs could be used to improve quality of life in human patients

By Jamie Bell

12 Jan 21

German speciality chemicals firm Evonik believes its PEEK-based biomaterial has the potential to improve hip dysplasia treatments in…

InnovationsBiomaterialsOther

3M unveils new silicone adhesive for wearable medical devices

By NS Medical Staff Writer

15 Dec 20

The new adhesive is is strongly bonded to the backing to minimise residue on both skin and production…

DevicesInnovationsOther

Spinal Elements announces first procedure with Sapphire X Anterior Cervical Fixation System

By NS Medical Staff Writer

15 Dec 20

FDA clearance of the Sapphire X system was announced in July of this year as the newest product…

OrthopedicMaterialsOrthopedic

Tekni-Plex Medical offers tubing products for medical devices via ‘streamlined, cost-effective’ online marketplace

By Jamie Bell

16 Nov 20

Tekni-Plex Medical is a subsidiary of US tubing and packaging firm Tekni-Plex, which offers products to a range…

InnovationsMaterials

Spine Innovations gains its independence, aims for massive growth in sales of its ESP disc replacements in spine

By NS Medical Staff Writer

12 Nov 20

This development demonstrates the ongoing commitment and investment that its shareholders, including LBO France, have to this fast-growing…

DevicesOrthopedicMaterials

LuxCreo and Foshion Dental announce partnership to provide fully integrated 3D printing dental solution

By NS Medical Staff Writer

10 Nov 20

Streamlining fabrication of dental products with LuxaDent 3D Printer and LuxDent software

DevicesDentalMaterials