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Image: The Total Posterior Solution (TOPS) system (Photo courtesy of Premia Spine).

Artificial Implant Prosthesis Could Replace Spinal Fusion

A novel artificial spinal joint restores function to the posterior spinal column in people suffering from spinal stenosis.  More...
13 Jan 2014
Image: Axial T2 weighted MRI of the lumbar spine demonstrating a herniated disc in the spinal canal compressing a nerve root (Photo courtesy of SUNY Downstate Medical Center).

Surgery Better for Herniated Lumbar Discs

For patients with herniated discs in the lumbar spine, surgery leads to greater long-term improvements compared to nonsurgical treatment, according to a new study.  More...
08 Jan 2014

Inactivity Promotes Postsurgical Depression in Cardiac Patients

A new study suggests that physical inactivity following cardiac surgery is linked to a substantially higher risk of depression.  More...
08 Jan 2014
Image: Tear of medial meniscus (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons).

Arthroscopic Knee Surgery and Sham Procedure Show Same Results

Patients who underwent a placebo surgery experienced the same outcomes and incidence of symptoms as patients who actually underwent arthroscopic partial meniscectomy, according to a new study.  More...
07 Jan 2014
Image: The STERIS OT 1000 orthopedic surgical table (Photo courtesy of Steris).

Surgical Table Optimizes Patient Positioning and Outcomes

Innovative orthopedic surgical tables maximize operational efficiency while maintaining patient and staff safety.  More...
06 Jan 2014
Image: The Baha 4 Attract system (Photo courtesy of Cochlear).

Magnetic Hearing Device Avoids Skin Penetration

A novel cochlear hearing device creates a pathway for bone conduction hearing, without the need for an abutment that pierces the skin.   More...
02 Jan 2014
Image: The DePuy Synthes Radial Head Prosthesis System (Photo courtesy of DePuy Synthes).

Radial Head Prosthesis System Helps Restore Elbow Function

A modular radial system enables surgeons to restore appropriate elbow joint height, promoting joint stability after reconstruction.   More...
01 Jan 2014
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