This is a global physcian survey regarding end-user attitudes and perceptions toward spinal fixation, vertebral compression fracture, and minimally invasive devices. Reponses were collected in person, from international specialists in attendance at the 2017 North American Spine Society (NASS) meeting.

This is a global physcian survey regarding end-user attitudes and perceptions toward hyaluronic acid, joint reconstruction and sports medicine devices. Reponses were collected in person, from orthopedic surgeons in attendance at the 2018 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeions (AAOS) annual meeting.

The full report suite on the Argentinian market for spinal implants and VCF includes segments for traditional cervical and thoracolumbar fixation devices, interbody devices, motion preservation devices, vertebral compression fracture (VCF) treatment, and spinal instrumentation. Despite many challenges, growth is expected in many market segments, as the patient demographics and rising incomes in Argentina maintain a steady demand for such procedures. Although future growth may be cannibalized to an extent by the growing MIS markets, this is not expected to stifle projections for the near future.

The full report suite on the Mexican market for spinal implants and VCF includes segments for traditional cervical and thoracolumbar fixation devices, interbody devices, motion preservation devices, vertebral compression fracture (VCF) treatment, and spinal instrumentation. Despite many challenges, growth is expected in many market segments, as the patient demographics and rising incomes in Mexico maintain a steady demand for such procedures. Although future growth may be cannibalized to an extent by the growing MIS markets, this is not expected to stifle projections for the near future.

The full report suite on the Brazilian market for spinal implants and VCF segments for traditional cervical and thoracolumbar fixation devices, interbody devices, motion preservation devices, vertebral compression fracture (VCF) treatment, spinal electrical stimulation and spinal instrumentation.

The full report suite on the Argentinian market for minimally invasive spinal implants includes segments for MIS interbody devices, MIS pedicle screws, spinous process fixation, facet fixation, spine endoscope and MIS spine instrumentation. Growth is expected in many segments, as patient demographics in Argentina maintain a steady demand for such procedures. However, others have seen a decline as a result of competing technologies and difficulties created by currency fluctuation.

The full report suite on the Brazilian market for minimally invasive spinal implants includes segments for MIS interbody devices, MIS pedicle screws, spinous process fixation, facet fixation, spine endoscope and MIS spine instrumentation. Growth is expected in many segments, as patient demographics in Brazil maintain a steady demand for such procedures. However, others have seen a decline as a result of competing technologies and difficulties created by currency fluctuation.

The full report suite on the Mexican market for minimally invasive spinal implants includes segments for MIS interbody devices, MIS pedicle screws, spinous process fixation, facet fixation, spine endoscope and MIS spine instrumentation. Growth is expected in many segments, as patient demographics in Mexico maintain a steady demand for such procedures. However, others have seen a decline as a result of competing technologies and difficulties created by currency fluctuation.

The full report suite on the U.S. market for small bone and joint orthopedic devices includes shoulder reconstruction devices, elbow repair devices, hand & wrist devices and foot & ankle devices. This report also includes plate & screw devices, staple fixation devices and external fixation devices markets.

The shoulder is a highly mobile joint that is also inherently unstable to allow for range of motion. This joint is anchored by muscular attachment to the spine in the back and to the sternum (breastbone) through the clavicle (collarbone). The shoulder is not involved in direct load bearing articulation with the axial skeleton.

Plates are like internal splints that hold the broken pieces of bone together. They are attached to the bone with screws. Plates may be left in place after healing is complete, or they may be removed
Screws are used for internal fixation more often than any other type of implant. Although the screw is a simple device, there are different designs based on the type of fracture and how the screw will be used. Screws come in different sizes for use with bones of different sizes. Screws can be used alone to hold a fracture, as well as with plates, rods, or nails. After the bone heals, screws may be either left in place or removed.

Various research studies have shown that shape memory staples are capable of achieving consistent compression across the fusion site with significantly greater maximum force when compared with mechanical compression staples. In fact, mechanical compression staples cause a distractive force that may hinder proper fracture recovery. For this reason, shape memory staples, having properties to sustain sufficient energy for bone fusion, are becoming more accepted by surgeons as the standard of care.

The wrist is the articulation of the two forearm bones, the ulna and the radius, with the double row of eight carpal bones. There is an articular disc between the dished surface of the radius and the proximal carpal row of bones. Digit joints are classified as:
– DIP – Distal interphalangeal joint
– PIP – Proximal interphalangeal joint
– MCP – Metacarpophalangeal joint

An external fixator acts as a stabilizing frame to hold the broken bones in proper position. In an external fixator, metal pins or screws are placed into the bone through small incisions into the skin and muscle. The pins and screws are attached to a bar outside the skin. Because pins are inserted into bone, external fixators differ from casts and splints which rely solely on external support.

The elbow naturally operates as a hinge joint, with the majority of the natural range of motion occurring on one plane, although it also includes a rotational component. The joint involves the articulation of three bones: the humerus, the radius and the ulna. The articulation of the head of the radius on the ulna allows for forearm pronation and supination, resulting in the ability to rotate the wrist.

The full report suite on the European market for orthopedic soft tissue repair includes tendon reinforcement grafts, suture anchors, tenodesis screws, ACL/PCL replacement allografts, interference screws, intratunnel fixation devices, cortical fixation devices, cross-pins, washer and post, osteochondral allografts, meniscal allografts, autologous chondrocyte implantation, particulated juvenile allograft implant, microfracture adjunct, suture meniscal repair devices, implant meniscal repair devices, hybrid meniscal repair devices, hip radiofrequency probes, banana blades, hip access kits and disposable suture passers.