Cervical vertebrae

Common Injuries in Car Accidents

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

SPRINGFIELD, Mass., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Car accidents are unpredictable and can cause significant damage to your property as well as injury to the occupants of the vehicle. Though each accident has unique features, there are a few common injuries that occur frequently in car accidents.

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  • Though each accident has unique features, there are a few common injuries that occur frequently in car accidents.
  • Back injuries are one of the most common injuries that occur in car accidents.
  • It is common in car accidents where there is a collision or where there is a very sudden braking.
  • Shoulder injuries are another common type of injury in car accidents.

Sauro-Throat! First evidence of dinosaur respiratory infection

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

POMONA, Calif., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The fossilized remains of an immature diplodocid a large, long- necked herbivorous sauropod dinosaur, like "Brontosaurus" may provide the first evidence of a unique respiratory infection in a dinosaur, according to a study published in Scientific Reports.

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  • POMONA, Calif., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The fossilized remains of an immature diplodocid a large, long- necked herbivorous sauropod dinosaur, like "Brontosaurus" may provide the first evidence of a unique respiratory infection in a dinosaur, according to a study published in Scientific Reports.
  • These air sacs would have ultimately connected to "Dolly's" lungs and formed part of the dinosaur's complex respiratory system.
  • The authors speculate that this respiratory infection could have been caused by a fungal infection similar to aspergillosis, a common respiratory illness that affects birds and reptiles today and can lead to bone infections.
  • In addition to documenting the first occurrence of such a respiratory infection in a dinosaur, this fossilized infection also has important anatomical implications for the respiratory system of sauropod dinosaurs.

4WEB Medical Announces Commercial Launch of its Lumbar Spine Plating Solution

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021

b'DALLAS, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --4WEB Medical, an orthopedic implant company focused on developing innovative implants that utilize its proprietary Truss Implant Technology, announced the initial launch of the newest addition to the company\'s portfolio, the Lumbar Spine Plating Solution (LSTS-PS).

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  • b'DALLAS, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --4WEB Medical, an orthopedic implant company focused on developing innovative implants that utilize its proprietary Truss Implant Technology, announced the initial launch of the newest addition to the company\'s portfolio, the Lumbar Spine Plating Solution (LSTS-PS).
  • The first procedures were performed by James Lynch, MD, Neurosurgeon and CEO of Spine Nevada at Renown Medical Center in Reno, NV.\nDr.
  • With this portfolio expansion and the ongoing development of an ATP-specific implant in 2021, 4WEB continues to establish itself as a leader in the lateral marketplace.\n"The launch of the Lumbar Spine Plating Solution is a significant milestone for 4WEB.
  • The 4WEB Medical product portfolio includes the Cervical Spine Truss System, the Stand Alone Cervical Spine Truss System, the Stand Alone Anterior Spine Truss System, the Anterior Spine Truss System, the Posterior Spine Truss System, the Lateral Spine Truss System, the Osteotomy Truss System, and the Hammertoe Truss System.\n4WEB Medical is actively developing truss implant designs for tumor, trauma, and patient-specific applications.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/4web-medical-announces-commercia...\n'

NuVasive's Simplify Disc Receives FDA Approval for Two-Level Cervical Total Disc Replacement

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

SAN DIEGO, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA), the leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery with minimally disruptive, procedurally integrated solutions, today announced the NuVasive Simplify Cervical Artificial Disc (Simplify Disc) received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for two-level cervical total disc replacement (cTDR).

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA), the leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery with minimally disruptive, procedurally integrated solutions, today announced the NuVasive Simplify Cervical Artificial Disc (Simplify Disc) received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for two-level cervical total disc replacement (cTDR).
  • "This approval is an incredible achievement for the Simplify Disc and further broadens the growth opportunities for the NuVasive C360 portfolio," said Massimo Calafiore, executive vice president, Global Business Units at NuVasive.
  • "The Simplify Disc's clinical superiority to ACDF, coupled with its unique design properties, makes it an important tool in how spine surgeons treat cervical radiculopathy."
  • The Simplify Disc is part of the NuVasive C360 portfolio , which offers comprehensive, procedurally integrated solutions for the cervical spine across ACDF, posterior cervical fusion, and cTDR procedures.

Aurora Spine Receives FDA 510(K) Clearance for Its Proprietary APOLLO Anterior Cervical Plate

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

APOLLO is part the DEXA family of products:positioned to reshape the market through patent focused innovation and address the next advancement in spine surgery DEXA Interbody Technology.

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  • APOLLO is part the DEXA family of products:positioned to reshape the market through patent focused innovation and address the next advancement in spine surgery DEXA Interbody Technology.
  • Receiving FDA 510(k) clearance for the APOLLO (ACP) system reflects Aurora Spines commitment to deliver innovative, modern technology for the anterior cervical spine and to support positive clinical outcomes, said Trent Northcutt, President and CEO, at Aurora Spine.
  • The launch of APOLLO (ACP) is key to our long-term cervical implant strategy and represents a significant opportunity for growth, as cervical spine procedures comprise an approximately $2.6 billion segment of the global spine market.
  • Aurora Spine cautions investors of Aurora Spine's securities about important factors that could cause Aurora Spine's actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements included in this news release.

4WEB Medical Receives 510(k) Clearance for its Lumbar Plating Solution

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

The new plating solution consists of a wide variety of modular plating configurations to address multiple lumbar spine pathologies and approaches.

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  • The new plating solution consists of a wide variety of modular plating configurations to address multiple lumbar spine pathologies and approaches.
  • The latest addition to the 4WEB portfolio further demonstates the company's commitment to developing a comprehensive lateral spine program.
  • The company currently has procedural-based solutions developed for Direct Lateral, Anterior-to-Psoas (ATP), and Prone Lateral approaches to the lumbar spine.
  • The 4WEB Medical product portfolio includes the Cervical Spine Truss System, the Anterior Spine Truss System, the Posterior Spine Truss System, the Lateral Spine Truss System, and the Osteotomy Truss System.

Spine Wave Announces the Commercial Launch of the Salvo® 4.75 mm Spine System

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Thursday, October 15, 2020

The Salvo 4.75 mm Spine System will substantially strengthen Spine Waves position in the thoracolumbar spine fixation market and complement the companys broad portfolio of innovative spine fusion technologies.

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  • The Salvo 4.75 mm Spine System will substantially strengthen Spine Waves position in the thoracolumbar spine fixation market and complement the companys broad portfolio of innovative spine fusion technologies.
  • The low-profile Salvo 4.75 mm Spine System is designed for both cortical bone trajectory and traditional transpedicular approaches.
  • Spine Wave is very excited to launch the Salvo 4.75 mm Spine System following a very successful limited release.
  • In addition to Salvo 4.75 mm Spine System, Spine Wave offers a broad portfolio of highly differentiated spine technologies, including StaXx XD Expandable Devices, Leva Interbody Devices, Velocity Expandable Interbody Devices, Sniper Spine System, CapSure PS3 Spine System, Annex Adjacent Level System, Proficient Posterior Cervical Spine System, Paramount Anterior Cervical Cage, Tempest Allograft Bone Matrix, GraftMag Graft Delivery System and more.

4WEB Medical Announces Launch of Stand-Alone Anterior Lumbar Spine Truss System

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020

DALLAS, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --4WEB Medical, an orthopedic implant company focused on developing innovative implants that utilize its proprietary Truss Implant Technology, announced the commercial launch of the newest addition to the company's spine implant portfolio, the Stand-Alone Anterior Spine Truss System (ASTS-SA).

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --4WEB Medical, an orthopedic implant company focused on developing innovative implants that utilize its proprietary Truss Implant Technology, announced the commercial launch of the newest addition to the company's spine implant portfolio, the Stand-Alone Anterior Spine Truss System (ASTS-SA).
  • The first procedure was performed by James Lynch, MD, Neurosurgeon and CEO of Spine Nevada, at Renown Medical Center in Reno, NV.
  • The 4WEB Medical product portfolio includes the Cervical Spine Truss System, the Stand-Alone Cervical Spine Truss System, the Stand-Alone Anterior Spine Truss System, the Anterior Spine Truss System, the Posterior Spine Truss System, the Lateral Spine Truss System, the Osteotomy Truss System, and the Hammertoe Truss System.
  • 4WEB Medical is actively developing truss implant designs for tumor, trauma, and patient-specific applications.

20/20 Imaging Introduces Digital Penning Analysis Tool for Quantifiable Evaluation of Cervical Spine Range of Motion

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Thursday, September 10, 2020

Penning Analysis is considered to be the most widely accepted and utilized method for determining flexion/extension motion in a patients cervical spine.

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  • Penning Analysis is considered to be the most widely accepted and utilized method for determining flexion/extension motion in a patients cervical spine.
  • 20/20 Imaging developed the digital Penning Analysis tool for the Opal-Chiro Digital Retrofit DR solution in collaboration with Daniel Lyons, DC, a chiropractor, author and educator committed to advancing chiropractic methodologies.
  • Penning analysis is an integral aspect of evaluating neck and spine injuries by quantifying range of motion, Dr. Lyons explains.
  • Penning analysis is a proven method for identifying irregular or pathological problems including hyper and hypomobility of the cervical spine.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Modified Pillow to Increase Comfort and Support (FGC-121)

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- "I needed a better pillow to increase comfort and secure the cervical spine while sleeping," said an inventor, from Akron, Ohio, "so I invented MIMI'S NECK PILLOW."

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  • PITTSBURGH, Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- "I needed a better pillow to increase comfort and secure the cervical spine while sleeping," said an inventor, from Akron, Ohio, "so I invented MIMI'S NECK PILLOW."
  • The patent-pending invention provides a new type of pillow to enhance comfort while sleeping or resting.
  • It also increases neck support and it could help to relieve tension, pain and stress.
  • The inventor described the invention design.