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Arthrex MedEd retweeted
Last chance to help #Arthrex bring home the title 🏆
Voting for the Coolest Thing Made in Florida closes at midnight tonight, and every vote counts!
We were proud to welcome leadership from the @FLChamber to our global headquarters for a firsthand look at what makes Arthrex so special, including a presentation from President and Founder Reinhold Schmieding and a product demonstration of the TightRope® PRO implant from Director of Foot & Ankle and Trauma Product Management Michael Karnes.
The visit showcased the people, technology and manufacturing excellence behind products made right here in Southwest Florida, helping patients around the world.
✅ Vote now to show your support and join us in being #ArthrexProud:
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The Arthrex Syndesmosis TightRope® PRO implant was recently featured in a guest column in @ndn as we close in on the final day of voting for the @FLChamber Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition. 👏
“We’re proud to call Southwest Florida home and honored for the opportunity to showcase what can be accomplished when innovation, manufacturing and a commitment to helping patients come together in our community,” said Michael Karnes, Arthrex Director of Foot & Ankle and Trauma Product Management.
☑️ Vote today to support this SWFL-made innovation helping patients get back to what matters most.
Voting is open through midnight on Friday, October 23 at
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New literature continues to support meniscal preservation procedures. In a recent Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine publication, a review of more than 36,000 patients showed lower reoperation rates and reduced osteoarthritis (OA) treatment for those undergoing meniscal repair as compared to meniscectomy.
Read the full article: arthrex.info/4sgkPZM
Burn wound infections remain a leading challenge in recovery, driven by rapid bacterial colonization and resilient biofilm formation. JumpStart® antimicrobial dressings are designed to address these complexities—helping disrupt biofilm, prevent its formation, and reduce a broad spectrum of microbes, including multidrug-resistant bacteria.[1-3]
Learn more about advancing a proactive approach to burn wound management: arthrex.info/4zL7oU6
References
1. Kim H, et al. Open Microbiol J. 2014;8:15-21.
2. Banerjee J, et al. PLoS One. 2015;10(3):e0119531.
3. Kim H, et al. J Wound Care. 2015;24(Suppl 2):S10-S14.
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Saqib Hasan, MD, demonstrates a percutaneous approach to pars fracture fixation using the fully threaded spine compression screw with optional endoscopic debridement of the fracture.
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Michael A. Zacchilli, MD, demonstrates an all-inside arthroscopic medial meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT) technique with the SutureLoc™ implant for root repair and FiberStitch™ 1.5 implants for capsular fixation.
Watch the full video: arthrex.info/4zEITIb
Published in the Journal of Cartilage & Joint Preservation, this randomized controlled trial compared platelet-rich plasma (PRP) alone with PRP plus hyaluronic acid (HA) in 64 participants with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis[1].
Both groups demonstrated improvement from baseline across the reported WOMAC, IKDC, and KOOS5 outcomes, with no statistically significant differences detected between the treatment groups[1]. The authors concluded that PRP alone and PRP administered with hyaluronic acid performed similarly through 24 months, although reduced follow-up limited the statistical strength of the analysis beyond 12 months[1].
Read the full study: arthrex.info/489HxJG
See slide 4 for supporting references.
ALT The image shows an illustration of a knee joint with a syringe injecting into the joint space. Text reads: "Research Spotlight: PRP Alone Performed Similarly to PRP Plus HA at 2 Years. Published Research in Knee Osteoarthritis." The Arthrex logo is in the bottom corner.
ALT A graphic illustrating details of a study on knee osteoarthritis. It mentions 64 participants, randomized to receive PRP alone or PRP plus hyaluronic acid. Three PRP injections were given at one-week intervals, with HA administered during the first two for that group. Outcomes were evaluated through 24 months using WOMAC, IKDC, and KOOS. The background features blue abstract virus-like shapes.
ALT The image displays a graph and text summarizing research findings. The graph shows WOMAC scores over a 24-month follow-up period for two groups: "PRP" and "PRP + HA". Both groups show improvement over time, with no significant differences between them. Key findings note similar results between groups and cite a study from "J. Cartilage Joint Preserv. 2023".
ALT The image shows a section of a scholarly article. A reference is noted, authored by Cook JJ, Cohen AJ, et al., highlighting a study on platelet-rich plasma's efficacy in treating osteoarthritis. The text mentions limited statistical power and reliance on patient-reported outcomes.
Watch as Travis Menge, MD, uses the ApolloRF® H50 probe to treat a cam lesion with efficient ablation and precise tissue contouring.
The ApolloRF H50 probe is anatomically engineered for hip arthroscopy:
- Efficiently removes periosteum
- Demarcates the proximal extent of the cam lesion
- Provides optimal access around the femoral head with a 50° curve
Learn more: arthrex.info/3Wm6Llz
Jeffrey R. Dugas, MD, discusses why the Knotless FiberTak® anchor remains his preferred solution for instability repair, citing a 95% return to high-level sports and an 8% recurrence rate across more than 300 patients with a minimum 2-year post-op follow-up time.[1]
Learn more: arthrex.info/4eBSsiX
Reference:
1. Loeb AE, et al. Orthop J Sports Med. 2025;13(5):23259671251338802.
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In this series of BreakThrough™ With Christopher Adams, MD, leading surgeons Michael A. Gallizzi, MD; Raymond J. Gardocki, MD; Saqib Hasan, MD; and Christopher A. Yeung, MD, explore the latest innovation in percutaneous pars fracture repair.
Common in adolescent and young adult athletes,[1] pars interarticularis stress fractures can result from repetitive extension forces on the lumbar spine. These injuries are frequently observed in sports such as gymnastics, football, and cheerleading. Explore how minimally invasive percutaneous pars fracture repair uses a fully threaded spine compression screw to directly stabilize the fracture.
Watch the full series: arthrex.info/4i97AWk
Reference
1. Linton AA, Hsu WK. A review of treatment for acute and chronic pars fractures in the lumbar spine. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med. 2022;15(4):259-271. doi:10.1007/s12178-022-09760-9
Designed to be deltoid-sparing, the Arthrex Anatomic Proximal Humeral Plating System delivers versatile fixation with 7 plate lengths (92-265 mm) to address a wide range of fracture patterns. Featuring variable-angle locking screw options, KreuLock® technology, and integrated FiberTape® cerclage button capability, this system is designed for strength, flexibility, and efficiency.
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The Arthrex FiberTape® cerclage system’s high-strength, all-suture design and biomechanical properties make it an ideal adjunct for stabilization and fixation of periprosthetic fractures. See how John D. Adams, MD, uses the FiberTape cerclage technique to make the knot stack less prominent.
Learn more: arthrex.info/4jqAzqW
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October 16 is recognized as #WorldSpineDay, to bring awareness of spinal health and the importance of physical activity worldwide.
#ArthrexSpine is focused on minimizing soft-tissue damage through ultra-minimally invasive endoscopic treatments supported by advanced instrumentation and unparalleled surgical skills training, all aimed at motion preservation.
We’ve been thinking about a simple question we ask surgeons: What do your patients want to get back to? The answers are often the everyday things such as running, playing a round of golf, or walking the dog without pain. It’s a good reminder that spine surgery isn’t just about a procedure. It’s about helping people get back to their lives and the things they enjoy.
We’re grateful to the surgeons who share that goal and continue to push the field of endoscopic spine surgery forward.
Join the endoscopic spine evolution this World Spine Day and join us for a course: arthrex.info/4B5geOh
#NASS #EUROSPINE
New clinical evidence reports encouraging outcomes with the Arthrex minimally invasive FiberTak® Achilles SpeedBridge™ repair implant system for insertional Achilles pathology.
Although the traditional open approach has been the standard for many years, minimally invasive techniques for insertional Achilles have gained popularity as surgeons seek to reduce wound complications associated with this anatomy. Some surgeons have chosen to perform indirect procedures without directly addressing the insertional pathology to provide higher-risk patients a minimally invasive option.
The Arthrex MIS FiberTak Achilles SpeedBridge technique allows surgeons to debride bony and soft-tissue pathology and repair the Achilles tendon to bone through a minimally invasive approach. This technique combines the best of both worlds. These studies reported encouraging functional outcomes, low wound complication rates, and favorable postoperative pain results compared with open procedures with or without arthroscopy and the addition of immediate postoperative weight-bearing. [1-3]
Learn more: arthrex.info/4eaOE8c
References
1. Rivera S, Acevedo JI, Durudogan EH, Martin KD, Kadakia AR. Arthroscopic vs percutaneous minimally invasive debridement and reinsertion for the treatment of insertional Achilles tendinosis: a retrospective analysis of patient-reported outcomes. Foot Ankle Orthop. 2026;17;11(3):24730114261469545. doi:10.1177/24730114261469545
2. Martin KD, Anand S, Cantrell WA. Percutaneous debridement and double-row repair for insertional Achilles tendinopathy with immediate postoperative weightbearing: a consecutive case series. Foot Ankle Orthop. 2026;11(2):24730114261457084. doi:10.1177/24730114261457084
3. Acevedo JI, Rivera S, Crawford KA, Barnes L, Jaffe DE, Chao J, Carreira DS. Results of Achilles insertional repair techniques: minimally invasive compared to open repair. Foot Ankle Orthop. 2026;17;11(3):24730114 261466664. doi:10.1177/24730114261466664
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New from Arthrex Spine: percutaneous compression screws for pars fracture fixation.
As the only fully threaded, hydroxyapatite (HA)-coated compression screws on the market with a specific indication for pars fracture repair in adult and adolescent patients (12 years of age and older), these implants are designed to deliver compression across the fracture site while helping preserve the native motion segment.
When restoring anatomy and preserving motion are priorities, having implants and instrumentation designed for the approach matters. The system combines specialized compression screws, drill guides, and compatible instrumentation to support percutaneous, motion-preserving fixation in appropriately selected patients.
Learn more: arthrex.info/4yjDchO
Craig S. Mauro, MD, explains a capsule-sparing technique for accessing the joint during hip arthroscopy cases. Dr. Mauro discusses key anatomy and presents a case in which he used this novel capsulotomy technique to perform a cam resection.
Watch the full video: arthrex.info/3VKFRDM
How does all-suture fixation fit into today's rotator cuff repair strategies?
In this clip from @thesportsdocpod, John Tokish, MD, discusses the evolution of the FiberTak® SpeedBridge™ technique, including implant size, footprint preservation and medial-row fixation.
Watch or listen to the full conversation led by @AshleyBassettMD and @cloganmd.
Watch: lnkd.in/gqmp6wNc
Listen: lnkd.in/gKUA2Fzb
Jonathan Riboh, MD, demonstrates an all-epiphyseal, all-onlay MPFL reconstruction using Knee FiberTak® anchors.
Learn more about Knee FiberTak anchors at the 2026 Peds to Pros Knee Symposium on Saturday, November 7. This one-day course includes didactic and lab sessions focused on the newest tools and techniques to treat all athletes, from pediatric players to weekend warriors to pro-level competitors.
▪️ Learn more about Peds to Pros: arthrex.info/3VyEDvk
▪️ Watch the full video: arthrex.info/4BbGruz
The TightRope® PRO implant is the next-generation solution for the treatment of syndesmotic injuries. The new system leverages the clinically proven knotless construct[1] that has been trusted in the most demanding patients and combines it with a low-profile implant. The improved implant allows for a smaller drill tunnel, providing a more minimally invasive technique and enhanced intraoperative flexibility. The updated market-leading inserter eliminates extra surgical steps and increases reproducibility.
Learn more: arthrex.info/4s6o4mz
Big news to share: #Arthrex has made its way to the final round of the Florida Chamber of Commerce's Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition!
We’re proud to have the TightRope® PRO implant represent Southwest Florida, showcasing Florida-made innovation with real impact worldwide. Trusted in the treatment of elite professional and collegiate athletes as well as everyday active individuals, this innovative technology helps surgeons stabilize high ankle injuries while supporting natural joint motion, making a difference in hundreds of thousands of lives.
☑️ VOTE HERE daily through October 23 to help bring the title home to Southwest Florida! arthrex.info/4yeD3Mz
Reference
1. Sanders D, Schneider P, Taylor M, Tieszer C, Lawendy AR; Canadian Orthopaedic Trauma Society. Improved Reduction of the tibiofibular syndesmosis with TightRope compared with screw fixation: results of a randomized controlled study. J Orthop Trauma. 2019;33(11):531-537. doi:10.1097/BOT.0000000000001559
