Orthopedics & Spine

Altach is tackling the challenge of treating damaged cartilage effectively without costly or complex procedures. Altach's solution is a simple, ready-to-use implant that makes microfracture treatment better. It's made from cartilage-like material and helps the body build new, healthy cartilage. This means fewer surgeries and better outcomes for patients.

Amotio addresses the challenge of revision surgeries for hip, knee, and shoulder implants with their innovative approach. Collaborating with expert revision surgeons and guided by NLC, they offer a patented solution for improved implant revision surgery. By developing unique bone cement removal devices and integrating advanced patient-specific 3D surgical planning and printing technology, Amotio aims to set a new standard for excellence in these surgeries. Their goal is to reduce complexity, trauma, and recovery time while cutting costs for healthcare providers.

Axial Orthopaedics Inc. revolutionizes trauma treatment with their innovative intramedullary nailing system. Current systems often lead to bone misalignment and joint pain, blocking post-procedural recovery. Axial Orthopaedics's modular system offers greater flexibility in bone alignment and healing. This system not only addresses postoperative pain but also reduces complications. Its intra-operative modularity and rotational capabilities allow surgeons to achieve better fracture fixation and improved outcomes, filling a crucial gap in current technology.

Garland Surgical addresses the challenge of hip replacement surgeries by offering an innovative solution that improves upon standard prostheses. Unlike traditional implants, the MaltaHip features four independent parts that provide enhanced mobility in three directions, reducing wear and minimizing the risk of dislocation. This implant offers a longer lifespan and greater functionality compared to standard prostheses. Importantly, it doesn't require a change to the normal surgical procedure, making it easier for surgeons to adopt.

Implant Preservation Devices has developed a handheld device to tackle a common problem after joint replacement surgeries prosthetic joint infections (PJI). This device applies heat to implants using induction, effectively targeting and eliminating bacteria that cause these infections. By reducing the risk of recurrent infections, it offers a quick, sterile, and convenient treatment option during surgery, potentially benefiting patients beyond just those undergoing joint replacements.

ImplantGuard is addressing the challenge of bacterial infections post-implant surgery, which affect millions of patients worldwide. Their solution involves coating implants with antimicrobials using a versatile and cost-effective process called plasma nitriding. This innovative coating technology offers a safer and more efficient alternative to existing implant coatings, potentially reducing the risk of infections and the need for costly surgical procedures.

Introducing Liftya, a solution for shoulder instability. Developed with a patented spherical hinge mechanism, Liftya mimics the natural shoulder joint movement, offering stability and full range of motion. Unlike traditional braces, Liftya promotes motor recovery and independence, reducing pain and healthcare costs for patients.

NC Biomatrix offers a solution for treating low back pain caused by intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration. Current treatments often come with complications and limited effectiveness. NC Biomatrix introduces an approach using a protein extract from pig nucleus pulposus, that stimulate disc regeneration. This extract provides a scaffold for natural tissue repair without damaging the surrounding. This injectable treatment aims to restore the degenerated disc, offering hope for effective relief from low back pain.

Porous GmbH has developed an ultrasound technology that accurately diagnoses cortical bone health, addressing the limitations of traditional methods. Osteoporosis affects millions globally, leading to frequent and costly fractures. Current diagnostics often miss early-stage bone deterioration, but Porous GmbH’s patented algorithms allow ultrasound to measure bone quality at a microscopic level for a safer and more precise method for early detection of osteoporosis, also reducing healthcare costs.

Retendon offers an innovative solution for tendon injuries, addressing challenges in both retrieval and repair processes. Its two-part system includes a tendon retrieval device, minimizing trauma and adhesion formation during tendon retrieval, and a tendon augmentation device, enabling rapid reconnection with more even stress distribution for better functional outcomes and faster recovery. With hand injuries causing a significant portion of emergency visits and current treatments often resulting in scarring and functional loss, Retendon's approach could significantly improve patient outcomes across various tendon injuries.

TherageniX introduces an approach to improve bone implants by augmenting autologous bone grafts with regenerative gene therapies. Traditional bone repair methods face challenges like rejection, infection, and limited regenerative capacity. TherageniX's solution aims to enhance the regenerative bone grafts, improving functional outcomes and reducing donor trauma. This method bypasses regulatory and manufacturing hurdles, offering a promising advancement in bone grafting procedures.