PUTTING A CHARGE IN HEALING: ELECTRICAL STIMULATORS SHOW GREAT PROMISE, ESPECIALLY FOR SPINAL FUSIONS

摘要

Spinal fusion is the latest application of electrical stimulation as a fracture healing. This exciting new application has been proven over 30 years of use, and the market is now poised for rapid growth. Patent activity shows an increased interest in this technology, and both start-up companies and orthopedic giants can thus benefit from introducing new products in this field.