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Meditations on Violent Acts December 11, 2024

The murder of Brian Thompson on a New York City street shocked the entire musculoskeletal community. The most tragic aspect of this attack was that we’ve seen this before—as similarly violent acts against orthopedic and spine caregivers. The post Meditations on Violent Acts first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

ZBH’s Q3 Report: OK, Despite Software Bugs December 9, 2024

Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. reported $1.824 billion in sales and $279.5 million in operating profit for the quarter ending September 30, 2024, which was above both Wall Street’s expectations and management’s guidance. The post ZBH’s Q3 Report: OK, Despite Software Bugs first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

Team Stryker Slam Dunks the Q3 Report December 9, 2024

Kevin Lobo, chair and chief executive officer of Stryker Corporation, and his management team, reported strong sales growth in its third quarter, leading Team Stryker to bump up organic sales growth from 9.5% to 10%. The post Team Stryker Slam Dunks the Q3 Report first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

Metal vs PEKK – PEKK Wins, It’s Not Close December 9, 2024

Time to take a long hard look at non-metal constructs? We’re referring to PEKK, not PEEK. PEKK is antibacterial, a bio-mechanical twin to cortical bone, hypoallergenic, modifiable in the OR, and a friendlier implant than metal. Yes, it’s time. The post Metal vs PEKK – PEKK Wins, It’s Not Close first appeared on Orthopedics This […]

As SI Joint Treatment Options Grow, So Does Controversy November 26, 2024

A plethora of new MIS SI joint fusion systems are coming to market. But which market? ASC? Office? Hospital? Therein lies the rub. It’s controversial. Key surgeons and CEOs shed light on the evolving practice of SI joint fusion care. A must read. The post As SI Joint Treatment Options Grow, So Does Controversy first […]

Category 1 CPT Code for Barricaid Annulus Closure November 21, 2024

Annular closure will shortly have a Category 1 CPT code, courtesy of the American Medical Association Editorial Board. This is a significant development for spine patients and their caregivers. The post Category 1 CPT Code for Barricaid Annulus Closure first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

Ravi Chari, M.D.: New CEO of Orthopaedic Solutions Management November 21, 2024

Ravi Chari, M.D. is the new chief executive officer of Tampa, Florida-based Orthopaedic Solutions Management (OSM), a system with more than 150 physicians and multiple service lines. The post Ravi Chari, M.D.: New CEO of Orthopaedic Solutions Management first appeared on Orthopedics This Week.

Bone Spur in Mouth: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Severe Headache with Facial Swelling: What Could It Be?

Tooth Abscess and Jaw Bone Infection: What You Need to Know

Jaw Bone Deterioration: What It Is and How to Treat It

Jaw Bone Cancer Symptoms: What to Watch for in Your Mouth

Jawbone Pain When Opening the Mouth: Causes and Treatments

What Happens to the Jawbone After Tooth Extraction

Tooth Infection Spread to the Jawbone: What You Need to Know

How to Reduce Facial Swelling Fast: Effective Solutions

Infection in Jaw Bone from Tooth

How To Reduce Facial Swelling After Surgery