As people get older, the intervertebral discs in their spine tend to deteriorate, some of which end up being surgically replaced with implants. A new patient-specific spinal model, however, could help ...

The new organoids were grown in the lab for up to 40 days, and they mimicked the central nervous system of an 11-week-old human embryo. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

Dutch researchers have developed a workflow involving 3D virtual and 3D-printed models that may change how complex spinal surgeries are managed. Using this new technique, surgeons were able to repair ...

Here are 10 stories focused on spine surgery and outpatient spine that drew readers’ attention in 2025: 1. Some fee-for-service spine procedures in traditional Medicare will have prior authorizations ...

The first organized stem cell culture model that resembles all three sections of the embryonic brain and spinal cord, and produces a full model of the early stages of the human central nervous system, ...

This video from the Northwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury System explores barriers to getting exercise after spinal cord injury. But regular physical activity is important for staying healthy and ...

From CMS developments to device coverage, here are 10 payer updates spine surgeons should know headed into 2026: 1. Some fee-for-service spine procedures in traditional Medicare will have prior ...

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