The Lumbar Disc Replacement Paradox
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Michael Parks, M.D. Steps into AAOS Presidential Line
Another major leadership move in orthopedics is underway โ Michael L. Parks, M.D., named First Vice President of AAOS.
UCSF Taps Rajiv Sethi to Lead Spine Surgery
UC San Francisco appointed Rajiv Sethi, M.D., Ph.D., as Chief of Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, andโฆ

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Legal & Regulatory and Reimbursement
Medtronic Tagged for $380 Million โ a Warning to Others? ย
The verdict against Medtronic, ordering damages in favor of rival Applied Medical Resources, is more than a high-stakes commercial dispute.
Large Joints and Extremities
FDA Approves Expanded Clinical Applications for SINEFIXโข in Soft Tissue Repair
Broader indications reinforce SINEFIX as a versatile alternative to traditional suture anchors for soft tissue-to-bone fixation.
University Of Utah Orthopaedic Innovation Center Announces FDA Clearance of Breakthrough Dynamic Compression Implant System
University of Utah announced FDA 510(k) clearance of the CoAptixโข S 7.5mm System.
Dual Mobility vs. Jumbo Heads in Primary THA
Dual mobility hip or a jumbo head. Which provides better, long-term stability?
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Xtant Medical Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Xtant Medical Holdings, Inc. reported financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

















