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Sandvik
Introduction In May 2007, global engineering group Sandvik extended its presence in the fast-moving medical sector by acquiring specialist orthopaedic manufacturing expertise. Since then, Sandvik has made further strategic acquisitions.
The Biomechanical Evidence for Valgus Knee Bracing in Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis
Introduction The use of knee orthoses to correct and to support moments about joints is one of the most common uses of direct orthotic management. In the case of knee
Computer Navigation in Total Knee Arthroplasty
Introduction Component alignment and ligament balancing are critical factors in achieving a successful functional outcome following TKA1. Malalignment is an important cause of early failure. This can cause pain, instability,
Alternatives to Allogeneic Blood
The blood supply in the UK is one of the safest anywhere but it remains an expensive resource. The use of allogeneic transfusion has in recent years been re-evaluated due
High-flexion Knee Designs: Is it all About the Implant?
There is an ever increasing drive to increase the range of movement after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Some cultures all but demand it, some surgeons feel their technique enhances it,
Unloader® One
Tibial Osteotomy is usually considered for younger patients with unicompartmental OA and other patient groups who are unsuitable for Total or Uni Compartmental knee replacement. Surgery involves resection of a
thevideoclinic.net
For many years you have studied and trained to carry out procedures thought unthinkable by your predecessors. Technology has progressed in the theatre to give both you and your patient
The Bio-Spacers Range from Orthopaedic Innovation Limited
The Bio-Spacers range from Orthopaedic Innovation Limited, a member of the Medsmart Solutions family, are innovative and highly effective devices designed to help overcome arthroplastic infections, whilst maintaining mobility and
Synthes® Tomofix™
Synthes TomoFix is a new system for osteotomies around the knee. Being a Locked Internal Fixator incorporating the LCP technology, TomoFix allows highly stable fixation for osteotomies of the medial
Synthes LCP Elbow System
The Synthes LCP Elbow system incorporates anatomical Distal Humeral dorso-lateral, and medial plates along with Olecranon plates to offer a comprehensive inventory and versatile range of options for fixation needs
