May
11
2011
Evaluation of Spine Fusion Cases Using Optecure
Author: adminThe results and conclusion of patient outcomes following lumbar spine fusion surgery using demineralized bone matrix is shown.
Archive for May, 2011
May
11
2011
AANS Abstract on Facet Replacement Study
Author: adminThis abstract includes the methods, results, and colculsions of the treatment of 110 Symptomatic Lumbar Stenosis Patients at 16 centers in a FDA Facet Replacement Study.
May
11
2011
OSSEOFIX Implant for Vertebral Compression Fractures
Author: adminVertebral Compression Fractures (VCF) are a burgeoning problem for the aging spine. OsseoFix had developed a spinal fracture reduction system to improve symptomatic patients from suffering VCF.
View the results of a six-month trial
May
9
2011
Prodisc for Total Disc Replacement
Author: adminProdisc is used in spinal fusion surgery for the treatment of degenerative disc disease. It can be used in both These discs are designed to relieve back, neck and arm pain associated with degenerative disc disease.
PRODISC example in the lumbar spine of the lower back.
May
9
2011
SCOLISCORE Saliva Test for Scoliosis
Author: adminThe newest test for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is called SOLISCORE.This test uses specific DNA markers to predict the likelihood that an adolescent scoliosis curve will progress.
May
4
2011
Guided Lumber Inter-body Fusion Animation
Author: adminThe following link is an animated version of the minimally invasive Guided Lumbar Interbody Fusion procedure as performed by Dr. Morgan Lorio in accordance with the operative technique prescribed by Aphatec Spine, Inc.
May
3
2011
Epic Anterior Plate
Author: adminThe new EPIC ANTERIOR PLATE is the newest addition to the ever growing family of Lanx Spinal Implants. It provides superior anterior fixation for use in thoracolumbar fusion procedures and its ease of use results in minimizing surgical steps.
May
3
2011
Wrist Arthroplasty
Author: adminThe first wrist replacement surgery in the tri-cities was performed by Dr. Lorio. The surgery replaces the damaged wrist joint with an artificial one. The procedure encourages new strength and stability that is necessary to perform every-day activities.
Consult Michelle or Dr. Lorio about this procedure for more information.
Click here to watch a case study on wrist arthroplasty.
May
3
2011
Spine Health Foundation Holds Launch Event
Author: adminSpine Health Foundation Holds Launch Event — Dr. Lorio attends as keynote speaker.
“The importance of spine industry leaders supporting our mission and getting involved from the beginning is not only crucial to our future success, but vital in raising awareness of the growing problem of spinal disorders.”
May
3
2011
Physician Abstract on INTEGRA
Author: adminINTEGRA is a matrix of silicone and pure bovine collagen and (GAG) glycosaminglycan. It is indicated for the postexcisional treatment of life-threatening full-thickness or deep partial-thickness thermal injuries where sufficient autograft is not available at the time of excision or not desirable due to the physiological condition of the patient.