What Predicts Rod Fracture in Adult Deformity Surgery?
Rod fracture risk, it turns out, is the result of a stacked series of risk elements, starting with anterior column manipulationโฆ
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A Spine Surgeon Built an AI Tool to Solve One of the ORโs Most Frustrating Problems. 50,000 Users Later, Itโs Just Getting Started
Implant Identifier is a free mobile app that uses AI to identify orthopedic and spine implants from X-ray images.
Michael Parks, M.D. Steps into AAOS Presidential Line
Another major leadership move in orthopedics is underway โ Michael L. Parks, M.D., named Firstโฆ

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Medtronicโs Next Gen Intelligent Spine Platform Unveiled
Spine surgeons, gather โround โ thereโs a new system in townโฆand itโs not just another robot arm bolted onto a navigation cart.
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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.

















