Evolving materials and technology used in the production of spinal implants offer designers more choices. This design freedom, combined with advanced manufacturing techniques, results in patient-friendly implants that are more biocompatible and often easier for surgeons to use – but these new materials create challenges for manufacturers.
Sources: iData Research; GlobalData
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