PEEK Implants for Spinal and Orthopaedic Applications

The potential to improve clinical outcomes in orthopedics with PEEK-OPTIMA™ polymers

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Spine & Orthopedics

Overview

A leading choice for spinal fusion & orthopedic devices

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Years of proven clinical history

Over 20 years ago, the biocompatible PEEK-OPTIMA^TM Natural polymer became the material of choice in interbody fusion with a successful clinical track record.

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Millions of devices implanted worldwide

Today, approximately 15 million PEEK-OPTIMA^TM devices are implanted worldwide.

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Artifact-free imaging with PEEK-OPTIMA^TM polymers

PEEK-OPTIMA polymers are radiolucent without imaging artifacts in X-rays, CT and MRI scans.

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Modulus similar to bone

PEEK-OPTIMA polymers are less stiff compared to metal, making it a good fit for applications where load sharing is desired to promote bone remodeling.

Megatrends

Setting the standard for over 20 years

Ageing global population

People are living longer and have a strong desire to maintain their quality of life in their later years.

Joint replacement & pain management

Extended life expectancy results in an increasing need to replace worn out body parts or to alleviate pain in order to resume normal activities.

High performance solutions providing societal benefits

Invibio provides solutions that can be used in a minimally invasive manner, helping to enhance clinical benefits.

Applications

APPLICATIONS

Spine

With over twenty years of clinical history, PEEK-OPTIMA^TM Natural polymer is the first medical-grade PEEK used in spinal fusion surgeries. PEEK is currently the most widely used biomaterial for interbody fusion, accounting for 50% of all devices used¹. Clinical studies suggest that PEEK-OPTIMA performs as well as, or better than, interbody fusion devices made of metals or bone, while providing some distinct clinical advantages over competing biomaterials.

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