Recently, Stryker, one of the world's largest orthopaedic and medical technology companies, announced that its 3D printed posterior lumbar interbody fusion cage has been approved by the FDA and will be officially launched in the second quarter of 2016. It is understood that after approval by the FDA, this medical implant can help patients with degenerative disc disease, grade I slip and degenerative scoliosis, and stabilize lumbar fixation.
It is reported that the 3D printed porous titanium material used in this intervertebral fusion device is specially designed for precise adaptation of the spine growth and biological fixation. The device can be used for lumbar autograft/allogeneic bone grafting, repairing spinal fixation systems such as pedicle screws, rods, and discs. Through the method of posterior implantation, the effect of spinal treatment can be greatly improved.
The Fortune 500 company revealed in its earnings report earlier this year that it benefited from more sales of titanium 3D printed parts, which increased sales of hip and knee prostheses by 6.4% and 9.1% respectively. They are also preparing to build an advanced 3D printing plant in the second half of 2016. The approval of this time allows us to further understand the development speed and potential of 3D printing medical treatment. Stryker said that with this smooth progress, they will also launch a series of titanium implants as soon as possible, of which 3D printed knee implants are already in production.
Walking aids is an auxiliary device to assist the human body to support weight, maintain balance and walk. It can also be called walking aids, walking stands or walking aids. Among walking aids, walking aids can provide the greatest support and stability. Therefore, it is mainly used for patients with weak strength and poor balance, such as the elderly after orthopedic surgery, patients with poor coordination and Parkinson's disease, and children with cerebral palsy or developmental retardation. With the support of equipment, people with less flexible legs can walk and take care of themselves.
According to the structure and function of Walker, it can be divided into two categories: stick walker and frame walker. The walking aid is simple and light in structure, but its supporting area is small and its stability is poor; The frame walker has a complex structure, but it has a large supporting area and good stability.
Before using the walker, the user's physical condition and use environment should be comprehensively evaluated, including balance ability, lower limb bearing ability, gait, upper limb ability, cognitive ability, lifestyle and use environment.
Select a walker
1. The texture should be light and easy for patients to move.
2. The walker should be placed stably on the ground;
3. The height of the walker should be suitable or adjustable. When the patient stands in the walker and his hands are naturally sagging, he can hold the handrails on both sides and apply pressure on the handrails to ensure the support of weight and balance control;
4. The width of the walker should be moderate, not too wide.
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