Becker s is delighted to release its list of hospitals and health systems with spine and neuroscience programs to know. These programs are renowned for their excellent outcomes, leading surgical techniques and cutting-edge research.
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Four hospitals and health systems have earned certifications for orthopedic and spine care since April 13, including Sanford Health Fargo, WK Bossier Health Cen
Covington, La.-based Avala Hospital has become the second hospital in the nation to earn the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Center of Excellence Designation from DNV
Meniscus Implant Relieves Pain in as Early as 6 Months
Two-year results from the MERCURY study suggests that the NUsurface Meniscus Implant provides statistically superior pain relief beginning at 6 months compared to non-surgical therapy, Active Implants LLC reports.
The results were presented at the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine-Arthroscopy Association of North America Combined 2021 Annual Meeting in Nashville.
The NUsurface Implant is currently being marketed in Europe. However, it is currently under review by the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Breakthrough Device in US
The implant, designed to mimic the function of the natural meniscus and treat pain by redistributing loads transmitted across the knee joint, was granted a Breakthrough Device Designation from the FDA in 2019.