A Creative Spark Is Needed for Machining in Orthopedics

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor • 09.12.23

Machining in the orthopedic industry is a highly advanced process, with high-precision CNC machines, lasers, new materials, surface-finishing technologies, inspection systems, and sophisticated software. These technologies are essential for creating the orthopedic implants, devices, and instruments we depend on.

Business is on the rise among orthopedic device manufacturers, especially for joint replacements and increased funding for R&D, with many new devices in development. Additional inventory is also needed to support an increase in post-pandemic elective surgeries and the migration of these procedures to ambulatory surgical centers (ASC).

 

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