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July 13, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

WESTMINSTER, Colo.July 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Cerapedics, a privately-held orthobiologics company, today announced that the company completed a $22 million financing led by KCK Group, a family investment fund that focuses on innovative medical technologies that meet significant clinical needs.

“We are pleased to announce that we have successfully completed an equity financing that will continue to accelerate the commercial release of i-FACTOR™ Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft and support the execution of a second Level I investigational device exemption (IDE) human clinical study that will broaden our market indication in the $2 billion U.S. spinal market,” said Glen A. Kashuba, chief executive officer of Cerapedics. “This year we have exceeded our own expectations regarding year over year revenue growth and have significantly expanded our user base as surgeons continue to express a high level of satisfaction with clinical results that support the safety and efficacy of our product. We also understand the value of Level I human clinical data and are committed to investing and expanding our indications. We are fortunate to be supported by KCK Group, a partner that shares in the long-term vision that differentiated products that provide safety, efficacy and economic value, supported by human clinical results, will ultimately provide the highest value to surgeons and their patients.”

Cerapedics also announced that three new members have been appointed to the company’s board of directors including Valeska Schroeder, Ph.D., managing director of the medical technologies division at KCK Group, Greg Garfield, J.D., senior managing director and head of the medical technologies division at KCK Group, and Nael Karim Kassar, investment partner at KCK Group.

“Cerapedics is well-positioned for strong growth with Level I data establishing i-FACTOR’s superiority and with a dedicated team that has deep experience in orthobiologics and spinal fusion,” said Dr. Schroeder. “This financing will allow Cerapedics to further invest to increase physician access to i-FACTOR and to build clinical evidence for new indications.”

i‑FACTOR Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft is based on proprietary biomimetic small peptide (P-15) technology that has a novel mechanism of action (attract, attach, and activate) that induces osteoblast cell proliferation and differentiation to accelerate new bone formation in patients with degenerative disc disease. This unique drug-device technology enhances the body’s natural bone healing process through cellular activity that is directional and predictable.

Cerapedics received Premarket Approval (PMA) from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for the use of i-FACTOR Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) procedures, becoming the first PMA-approved bone graft with this indication. The company has also initiated an IDE clinical trial in transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) surgery.

About Cerapedics

Cerapedics is an orthobiologics company focused on developing and commercializing its proprietary biomimetic small peptide (P-15) technology platform. i‑FACTOR Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft is the only biologic bone graft in orthopedics that incorporates a small peptide as an attachment factor to stimulate the natural bone healing process. This novel mechanism of action is designed to support safer and more predictable bone formation compared to commercially available bone growth factors. More information can be found at www.cerapedics.com.

i‑FACTOR Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft Indications for Use

USA: i‑FACTOR Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft is indicated for use in skeletally mature patients for reconstruction of a degenerated cervical disc at one level from C3-C4 to C6-C7 following single-level discectomy for intractable radiculopathy (arm pain and/or a neurological deficit), with or without neck pain, or myelopathy due to a single-level abnormality localized to the disc space, and corresponding to at least one of the following conditions confirmed by radiographic imaging (CT, MRI, X-rays): herniated nucleus pulposus, spondylosis (defined by the presence of osteophytes), and/or visible loss of disc height as compared to adjacent levels, after failure of at least 6 weeks of conservative treatment. i‑FACTOR Peptide Enhanced Bone Graft must be used inside an allograft bone ring and with supplemental anterior plate fixation.

Media contact: 

Jenna Iacurci

Berry & Company Public Relations 

212-253-8881 

jiacurci@berrypr.com

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July 13, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

Press Release – July 13, 2018

Artoss, Inc. is pleased to announce the successful completion of its recent funding round of Unsecured Convertible Notes. The round, which began in 2017 with a target of raising $500,000, was oversubscribed to twice that amount or a total of $1 million.

James J. Cassidy, Ph.D., Managing Director of Artoss, Inc., the exclusive North American distributors for NanoBone® Bone Graft in orthopaedic surgery, said, “We have been overwhelmed by the interest shown in our second round of angel funding. We are especially grateful to those investors who participated in our 2016 funding round and chose to increase their investment in this round as well as to our new investors for their support of Artoss.”

Paul Byerley, Managing Director of Artoss, Inc. said, “We are very pleased with our commercial success to-date and appreciate the support of our investors. Surgeon feedback on the clinical performance of NanoBone SBX Putty and QD remains extremely positive. We look forward to expanding our distribution network to put our superior bone grafting solution in the hands of more surgeons.”

Artoss, Inc. is using the proceeds of this funding to support the development of additional NanoBone Bone Graft products for the US market, for costs associated with regulatory requirements, and for commercialization activities.

 

For further information, please contact:

Artoss, Inc.

425 E Saint Germain St., Suite 106

Saint Cloud, MN 56304-0752

320-259-4321

info@artossinc.com

 


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July 13, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

Power T Handle, LLC, a surgeon-driven, innovative company, announced today the successful completion of the first spinal surgical cases using the Power T Handle, an instrument designed to merge power and tactile feel in spinal and other surgical procedures.

The Power T Handle is the first surgical power solution that seamlessly integrates power while preserving the manual capabilities of traditional T-handles that attach to orthopedic instruments, such as screw taps and screwdrivers. This revolutionary, cordless device is the first of its kind that transforms from a manual handle to a low-speed, high-torque power driver with the press of a button. The low profile and sleek design preserves the tactile feel of traditional T-handles and is compatible with existing 1/4” square attachment instruments. This low-cost, single-use device is provided in a sterile package for immediate use.

The Power T Handle overcomes the limitations of pre-existing power tools by eliminating cumbersome surgical drills, custom instrument attachments, and power cords. This device is also cost efficient, as there is no investment in capital equipment, no reprocessing, no maintenance costs and no batteries to recharge.

Andrew Rhea, MD, Florence Neurosurgery and Spine Center, Florence, SC performed the first procedures with the Power T Handle. “I decided to use the Power T Handle in these spinal fusion procedures to allow for easier and quicker insertion of the tap and pedicle screws without loss of tactile feedback,” stated Dr. Rhea. “The Power T Handle fits my existing surgical technique. It is simple to attach, increased my surgical efficiency, and provided the natural feel of using a traditional T-handle. It also fit well in the surgical field without having to move the C-Arm or struggle with a power cable.”

Kevin Cahill, MD, PhD, President of Power T Handle LLC, said of the device, “We developed the Power T Handle to offer surgeons a better power tool. This device truly delivers power without compromise.” Dr. Cahill continued, “The Power T Handle solves many of the challenges facing surgeons and the surgical team today trying to incorporate power technologies. It offers an easy to attach and use device that increases OR efficiencies, reduces surgeon fatigue and preserves the tactile feedback of traditional instrumentation. We are eager to see what the future holds for the Power T Handle as we continue to evolve and provide better power solutions for surgeons.”

About Power T Handle, LLC 
The Power T Handle LLC was founded by Dr Cahill and a team of experienced medical device engineers with the goal of developing better power solutions for surgeons. The Power T Handle was designed to overcome the substantial limitations of existing surgical power instruments. The Power T Handle provides surgeons with the power, precision, and feedback necessary to perform surgery without the fatigue, hassle and cost of traditional instrumentation.


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July 13, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Biomechanics examined a comparison of Acutrak 2®–4.7 mm fully threaded headless compression screws and 4.0 mm partially threaded cancellous screws and found Acutrak was the potentially favorable option for the fixation of medial malleolus fractures.

The investigator-initiated biomechanical study was led by Robin Z. Cheng of the University of California Davis Medical Center. Additional contributors were from UC Davis and the Stanford University School of Medicine. The work was funded in part by Acumed.

The study utilized 18 synthetic tibiae, each cut 18 cm from the tibial plafond, to simulate medial malleolar fractures. Each tibia was then randomly assigned fixation with either two Synthes parallel, partially threaded, unicortical 4.0 mm cancellous screws or two parallel, fully threaded Acutrak 2–4.7 mm headless compression screws, with nine tibiae in each group. To simulate tensile force on the fracture fragment, a single steel slotted spring pin was inserted through the fragment and attached to a steel cable hooked to a test machine actuator. Force was applied with an initial 50N then pulled at a rate of 10 mm per minute. Distal and lateral movement was measured to failure via spherical markers placed on the anterior portion of the medial malleolus and monitored with a CCD camera. Clinical failure was defined as 2 mm of intrarticular fragment displacement, with construct stiffness measured in both distal and lateral directions.

All tests resulted in both distal and lateral displacement of the medial malleolar fragment. Construct stiffness results for Acutrak 2–4.7 mm screws were significantly greater than the 4.0 mm cancellous screws, with mean stiffness results at:

Proximal–Distal:
4.0 mm Cancellous Screws: 668 N/mm
Acutrak 2–4.7 mm Screws: 1,699 N/mm

Medial–Lateral:
4.0 mm Cancellous Screws: 281 N/mm
Acutrak 2–4.7 mm Screws: 604 N/mm

It is important to note that synthetic tibiae were used in this study rather than cadaveric bone. The Acutrak 2 screws, however, were noted by the authors as having a larger diameter than the 4.0 mm screws, which would engage more bone and potentially result in lower bone and screw stress.

Additionally, artificially simulated axial loading in a single loading mode was observed in this study as a means to demonstrate the force exerted by the deltoid ligament on the medial malleolus without taking other soft tissue structures into account. And the tensile stress was modeled as a singular force, rather than cyclical loading, which would model stress over time.

Key findings of the Cheng et al study were in favor of using Acutrak 2–4.7 mm screws in medial malleolar fractures:

“When subjected to a single load to failure, the headless compression screw construct provides over two times greater stiffness in both the proximal-distal and medial-lateral directions. Additionally, the headless compression screw construct sustains higher forces prior [to] reaching 2 mm lateral displacement, with 2 mm of displacement defined as clinical failure.”1

“…our findings suggest that a headless compression screw construct provides a stiffer construct than a parallel unicortical cancellous screw construct. The headless compression construct sustains higher load prior to reaching clinical failure in the lateral direction.”1

“The increased resistance to both axial and shear loading, greater interfragmentary compression, and low-profile design of the Acutrak 2 headless compression screw may decrease the rate of clinical failure and reduce the need for revision surgeries, thus being a potentially improved option for fixation of horizontal medial malleolus fractures.”1

About Acumed 

Acumed is a global leader of innovative orthopaedic and medical solutions developed to improve patient care. With 30 years of experience in the orthopaedic industry, our mission is to aid the afflicted through the ingenuity of our minds, the labor of our hands and the compassion of our hearts. Acumed was founded in 1988 by Randy and Mary Huebner and became a member of the Colson Associates group of companies in 1999. The company is headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon with a global sales and distribution network supported worldwide.

1. Cheng RZ, Wegner AM, Behn AW, Amanatullah DF. Headless compression screw for horizontal medial malleolus fractures. Clin Biomech. 2018;55:1–6.


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July 12, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

WARSAW, Ind., July 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WishBone Medical, Inc. is pleased to announce that Sanford Kunkel, M.D. joins the WishBone Medical Board of Advisors. Dr. Kunkel has been a Consulting Surgeon for WishBone Medical helping to develop several new products and will continue in this role.  As a member of the Board of Advisors, he will be a part of an elite group of business people from around the World to provide strategic expertise and guidance for WishBone Medical. He is considered an expert in his field and was a team physician for the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, USA Basketball, Depauw University and Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory school.

He has been a practicing physician at OrthoIndy for over 30 years. OrthoIndy is one of the largest orthopedic practices in the world.  Dr. Kunkel consults for several healthcare companies and has developed several successful products.

Dr. Kunkel earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana University and his Medical Degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine. He did his Internship at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. and his Residency at Grand Rapids Orthopedic Surgery and Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. His fellowship was in Sports Medicine at the University of Toronto and at the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedics.

Nick Deeter, Chairman of the Board and CEO at WishBone Medical, said, “Dr. Kunkel brings his surgeon skills and entrepreneurial background to the WishBone Medical Board of Advisors. We look forward to working with Dr. Kunkel to not only develop successful pediatric products but also to help strategically guide WishBone Medical. Mr. Deeter added, “With his extensive background and experience, he will contribute to our mission of helping children globally with orthopedic issues.”

About WishBone Medical, Inc.

WishBone Medical is a Global pediatric orthopedic company, committed to providing anatomically appropriate innovative implants and instruments in sterile packed, single use, disposable kits to prevent infection, reduce overall costs for our customers and achieve the best outcomes for children around the world who are still growing.

For further information, visit www.WishBoneMedical.com or call Andrew Miclot, Vice-Chairman and President at 574-306-4006.


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July 12, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

Ecully, 11 July 2018

Revenue for the first half of 2018

  In thousands of euros 2017 2018*
1st quarter 3 091 1 834
2nd quarter 2 925 1 517
HY1 revenue 6 016 3 351

  * Not audited

Spineway, specialist in surgical implants and instruments for treating disorders of the spinal column (spine), closed the first half of 2018 with revenue of €3.4M compared with €6M the previous year. It is no surprise that the Group’s sales followed the trend of the first quarter of 2018 and confirmed the Group’s strategic redirection. Thus, excluding the United States, the Group posted half-year revenue of €3.2M in the rest of the world, up 7%.

The Middle-East/Africa region continued its upswing and posted half-year revenue of €497K, representing a 40% improvement compared with HY1 2017. Europe generated €569K in revenue, representing a slight decline in activity due, in particular, to a challenging base effect in France, which had shown a 35% increase in revenue for HY1 2017.

Sales in Asia amounted to €432K at the end of June, benefitting from the delivery of the first instrument kits for the Tinavi robotic equipment. Approval of Spineway’s products by the Chinese FDA (C-FDA), expected at the end of the year, should allow the Group to increase its sales in China starting in 2019.

Latin America represents 51% of the Group’s revenue and continues to be a very dynamic region with its half-year sales reaching €1.7M at the end of June, up 18% compared with HY1 2017.

Over the last six months, the Group has prepared and announced a new strategic plan aiming to reposition Spineway on its markets and has begun to implement the plan, with the signature of a financing package for the issuance of OCEANE (bonds convertible into new or existing shares) representing a maximum amount of €14.5M.

Thanks to a reinforced financial structure, Spineway will be able to carry out its new strategy to refocus its activities on the most profitable regions and reorganize its US subsidiary in order to benefit once again from the growth in said country.

SPINEWAY IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE PEA-PME (EQUITY SAVINGS PLANS FOR SMES)
Find out all about Spineway at www.spineway.com

Next communication: Half-year results for 2018 – 24 October 2018

This press release has been prepared in both English and French. In case of discrepancies, the French version shall prevail.

Spineway designs, manufactures and markets innovative implants and surgical instruments for treating severe disorders of the spinal column.
Spineway has an international network of over 50 independent distributors and 90% of its revenue comes from exports.
Spineway, which is eligible for investment through FCPIs (French unit trusts specializing in innovation), has received the OSEO Excellence award since 2011 and has won the Deloitte Fast 50 award (2011). Rhône Alpes INPI Patent Innovation Award (2013) – INPI Talent award (2015). ISIN: FR0011398874 – ALSPW

Contacts:

Investor relations
David Siegrist – Directeur Financier
Phone: +33 (0)4 72 77 01 52
finance.dsg@spineway.com
  Financial communication
Jérôme Gacoin / Solène Kennis
Phone: +33 (0)1 75 77 54 68
skennis@aelium.fr

 


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July 12, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

07-12-2018 – Press Release from: Market Research Future

Market Research Future has a half cooked research report about Global Spinal Implants Market which is currently growing tremendously and is expected to reach USD of 14 billion by the end of 2022.

The Global Spinal Implants Market has been evaluated to be rapidly growing market and is expected to grow tremendously in the near future. Spinal implants are devices used by surgeons during surgery to treats deformities, stabilizes and provides strength to the spine and to expedite the fusion process. Spinal implants are used to treat spine related disorders including degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, kyphosis, fracture and spondylolisthesis.

As age increases bone density declines which leads to chronic back problems which is common in old age people. This elevates spinal cord damage risk. Recently there have been amazing innovations in implantable devices allowing enhancement of the same the result of which is their use have increased in spinal and orthopedic surgeries. Advanced spinal implantable devices are widely accepted globally as maximum people are willing to spend on spinal surgeries which includes use of these devices. The demand for minimally invasive surgical procedures is more as it provides benefits like less blood loss, less recovery time, reduce risk of medical complication, infections, pain and muscle damage. Minimally invasive spinal surgeries are done more which has boosted the market of spinal implants.

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There are some other factors which have substantial impact on the spinal implant market. Rise in number of vehicular accidents, increased spinal injuries and disorders, increasing geriatric and obese population, lack of proper nutrition and exercise which are consequently increasing chronic back problems. All these are some of the factors which are responsible for the growth of the global spinal implants market. However, high cost of the spinal implants, spinal surgical procedures and unstable reimbursement policies put immense pressure on developing nations and the low income economies causing hindrance to the growth of the spinal implants market.

Key Players for Global Spinal Implants Market

Some major players in the Global Spinal Implants Market include Medtronic, plc (Ireland), Depuy Synthes Inc. (Johnson & Johnson) (U.S.), Stryker Corporation (U.S.), NuVasive, Inc. (U.S.), Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (U.S.), Globus Medical, Inc. (U.S.), Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (U.S.), Orthofix International N.V. (Netherlands), K2M Group Holdings, Inc. (U.S.), RTI Surgical, Inc. (U.S.), Amedica Corporation (U.S.), Exactech Inc. (U.S.), Integra LifeSciences (U.S.), LDR Holding Corporation (U.S.), Quandary Medical LLC (U.S.), AESCULAP (U.S.), Alliance Spine (U.S.), Apollo Spine (U.S.), Premia Spine (Israel), Ascendx Spine (U.S.), A-Spine (Taiwan), Back 2 Basics Spine (Canada), Accel Spine (U.S.), SI-BONE (U.S.), Captiva Spine Inc. (U.S.), Centinel Spine (U.S.), Life Spine (U.S.), SpineGuard (France), NLT Spine (U.S.), Paradigm Spine LLC (U.S.), Precision Spine (U.S.), Reliance Medical Systems (U.S.), Spinal Solutions Inc. (U.S.), Spine Frontier (U.S.), Spineart Geneva SA (Switzerland), and others

Segments for Global Spinal Implants Market

The Global Spinal Implants Market consists of four regions, namely, America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa.

Americas dominated the global spinal implants market owing to the technological innovation, advancement in manufacturing processes, and contribution of nanotechnology to the pharmaceutical packaging market.

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The European region is the second largest market owing to the increase in geriatric population and the increasing demand for spinal implants and devices for the treatment of spinal disorders. Asia Pacific is the emerging market in the global spinal implants market owing to the rising obesity cases, increasing healthcare expenditure in developing nations, increasing government funding, the presence of a large patient population, and growing awareness about novel spine treatment techniques.

Some Brief Table of Contents of Report

Chapter 1. Report Prologue

Chapter 2. Market Introduction

2.1 Definition

2.2 Scope Of The Study

2.2.1 Research Objective

2.2.2 Assumptions

2.2.3 Limitations

Chapter 3. Research Methodology

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Primary Research

3.3 Secondary Research

3.4 Market Size Estimation

Chapter 4. Market Dynamics

4.1 Drivers

4.2 Restrains

4.3 Opportunities

4.4 Challenges

4.5 Macroeconomic Indicators

4.6 Technology Trends & Assessment

Chapter 5. Market Factor Analysis

5.1 Porters Five Forces Analysis

5.1.1 Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

TOC Continued…

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July 12, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

SAN DIEGOJuly 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA), the leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery with minimally disruptive, procedurally-integrated solutions, today announced the Company will release its second quarter 2018 earnings results on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 after the close of the market.

NuVasive will hold a conference call on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT to discuss the results of its financial performance for the second quarter 2018. The dial-in numbers are 1-877-407-9039 for domestic callers and 1-201-689-8470 for international callers. A live webcast of the conference call will be available online from the Investor Relations page of the Company’s website at www.nuvasive.com.

After the live webcast, the call will remain available on NuVasive’s website through August 28, 2018. In addition, a telephone replay of the call will be available until August 7, 2018. The replay dial-in numbers are 1-844-512-2921 for domestic callers and 1-412-317-6671 for international callers. Please use pin number: 13681479.

About NuVasive

NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA) is the leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery and beyond with minimally disruptive, procedurally-integrated solutions designed to deliver reproducible and clinically-proven surgical outcomes. The Company’s portfolio includes access instruments, implantable hardware, biologics, software systems for surgical planning, navigation and imaging solutions, magnetically adjustable implant systems for spine and orthopedics, and intraoperative monitoring service offerings. With over $1 billion in revenues, NuVasive has an approximate 2,400 person workforce in more than 40 countries serving surgeons, hospitals and patients. For more information, please visit www.nuvasive.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

NuVasive cautions you that statements included in this news release that are not a description of historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors which, if they do not materialize or prove correct, could cause NuVasive’s results to differ materially from historical results or those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties which contribute to the uncertain nature of these statements include, but are not limited to, the risk that NuVasive’s revenue or earnings projections may turn out to be inaccurate because of the preliminary nature of the forecasts; the risk of further adjustment to financial results or future financial expectations; unanticipated difficulty in selling products, generating revenue or producing expected profitability; and those other risks and uncertainties more fully described in NuVasive’s news releases and periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. NuVasive’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission are available at www.sec.gov. NuVasive assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances arising after the date on which it was made.

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July 12, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

July 12, 2018

FREMONT, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ceterix® Orthopaedics, Inc., a leader in the development of cutting-edge surgical tools for orthopaedic surgeons, today announced the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 10,004,492 related to the company’s method of placing a suture around a tear to repair a damaged meniscus, adding to the company’s already expansive intellectual property portfolio.

Ceterix’s new patent further protects the company’s technology enabling surgeons to arthroscopically repair soft tissue injuries in the knee using minimally invasive techniques. This is the second set of method claims describing Ceterix’s proprietary Circumferential Compression Stitch (CCS), a suture method that provides uniform, anatomic compression of meniscus tears that was not possible to do previously given the tight constraints of the knee.

“Whether you are setting a broken bone or suturing a laceration, injuries heal best when the tissue edges are perfectly lined up and repaired without gaps,” says Dr. Justin Saliman, founder and chief medical officer of Ceterix. “For the first time, orthopaedic surgeons can now apply this principle to meniscus tears with NovoStitch® Meniscal Repair Systems. We believe that by enabling simultaneous compression of the femoral and tibial sides of meniscus tears, the Ceterix technology can provide surgeons with greater confidence to repair tears that would have previously been considered non-repairable.”[i],[ii]

“The invention of delivering a Circumferential Compression Stitch within the tight constraints of the knee may be the biggest innovation in meniscal repair in the last 15 years,” says John McCutcheon, president and CEO of Ceterix. “We are committed to expanding options for surgeons to preserve the meniscus and protect normal knee function in their patients.”

The meniscus is a crescent of soft cartilage resting between the femur and tibia that cushions the knee and is surrounded by critical nerves, arteries and cartilage. Ceterix’s NovoStitch Meniscal Repair Systems enable surgeons to work within this tight compartment to place a stabilizing circumferential compression stitch around a meniscus tear. The circumferential compression stitch is the only meniscus repair technique that treats the femoral and tibial sides of a tear simultaneously, enabling the repair of injuries that may previously have required partial or complete removal of this important structure.

Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure in which an orthopaedic surgeon treats the damaged joint through small incisions using specialized tools and guided by a tiny camera called an arthroscope. Meniscus surgery is the most common arthroscopic procedure in the United States, with roughly one million performed annually.[iii],[iv]

About Ceterix Orthopaedics

Ceterix Orthopaedics develops surgical tools that fill unmet clinical needs for physicians who treat soft tissue joint injuries such as meniscus tears. Founded in 2010 with the vision of improving outcomes of arthroscopic procedures, Ceterix’s novel meniscal repair system enables surgeons to place suture patterns that were previously only possible in open procedures, or not at all. The NovoStitch® Pro Meniscal Repair System has received 510k clearance in the United States and is indicated for approximation of soft tissue in meniscal repair procedures. The company is based in Fremont, Calif., and is backed by investors Versant Ventures, 5AM Ventures and CRG. For more information, please visit www.ceterix.com and follow us at @ceterix on Twitter

[i] Brooks KR. Arthroscopy Techniques. 2017 Oct; 6(5):e1767-e1773.
[ii] Woodmass et al. Arthroscopy Techniques. 2017 Aug; 6(4):e1329-e1333
[iii] Brinker MR. O’Connor DP, Pierce P, Woods GW, Elliott MN. Utilization of orthopaedic services in a capitated population. JBJS. 2002 Nov; 84-A (11): 1926-1932
[iv] New Hampshire Outpatient Surgery: Knee arthroscopy data. Vol. 2008. New Hampshire Comprehensive Health Care System; 2006

Contacts

for Ceterix Orthopaedics, Inc.
Krysta Pellegrino
krysta@healthandcommerce.com


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July 11, 2018 OrthoSpineNews

Cutting Edge Spine (http://www.CuttingEdgeSpine.com), a US leader in the development and commercialization of bio-active technologies for the spine, today announced the 510(k) clearance and commercial launch of it’s latest innovation, the EVOL ha-C cervical inter-body system.

The EVOL ha-C system is made of PEEK-OPTIMA HA Enhanced material supplied by Invibio Biomaterial Solutions (“Invibio”). Cutting Edge Spine implants made from the material have demonstrated early onset bone formation and apposition to it’s implants; as presented at NASS 2016, NASS 2017, Selby Spine Society 2017, and Becker’s Spine Symposium. The EVOL ha-C system leverages Cutting Edge Spine’s acuity relative to developing systems made from the material in order to offer superior inter-body options to Surgeons looking for superior and early onset new bone formation and bony apposition to the implant during the fusion process.

“The EVOL ha-C cervical inter-body system demonstrates the strong confidence we have in our ability to deliver improved clinical outcomes,” said Randy Roof, President and Co-Founder. “The EVOL ha-C cervical system is our second HA Enhanced PEEK-OPTIMA system to be 510(K) cleared this year; and with an ALIF, DLIF and OLIF system forthcoming in 2018 Cutting Edge Spine, arguably, will be offering the world’s largest Bio-Active interbody portfolio.”

“The EVOL ha-C system combines Invibio’s leadership in PEEK and Cutting Edge Spine’s second to none clinical experience and engineering expertise in HA enhanced PEEK Interbodies,” said Kyle Kuntz, Manager of Research & Development at Cutting Edge Spine. “Our growing and compelling body of work demonstrates improved clinical outcomes with HA enhanced PEEK. We are proud to have the opportunity to make it available to patients and surgeons.”

Cutting Edge Spine is currently in the process of launching the technology nationwide. The leadership team will be attending NASS in Los Angeles, September 26-29, 2018 and looks forward to meeting anyone looking to make a difference.

(1)    Comparative Study Finds Performance Advantages with PEEK-OPTIMA® _HA Enhanced Polymer

About Cutting Edge Spine

Founded in 2009, Cutting Edge Spine (CES) is a privately owned medical device organization, headquartered in Waxhaw, North Carolina, dedicated to developing and distributing new generation spinal technologies focused upon inter-body fusion. The company was built on the conviction that patients, payers and healthcare providers deserve more value from the technologies that they select. CES is future ready, providing the market with highly differentiated implant systems that meet the clinical and economic demands of today’s marketplace. As a testimony to its founding principles, CES developed the EVOS-ha system, the first HA enhanced PEEK Lumbar Inter-body system approved in the United States; affording the Company clinical experience that the competition does not have. The company possesses four FDA cleared proprietary technologies at present with many more coming in 2018. For more information, please visit http://www.CuttingEdgeSpine.com.