A new report from MedGadget examines key trends in the global spinal fusion market over the next six years.
Here are five trends for spinal fusions:
1. The interbody cages are currently available in many materials, including titanium, stainless steel, polyetheretherketone and bioabsorbable material. The bioabsorbable or resorbable materials are becoming more popular due to their special property of being absorbed in the body over time, reducing the need to remove the implant after bones heal.
2. The bioabsorbable material is also ideal because it doesn't suffer from effects of MRI and facilitates better imaging.
3. The demand for minimally invasive procedures is increasing because they are less painful and allow for quicker recovery time. Many surgeons still follow the traditional surgical approach, but increasing knowledge about minimally invasive surgical technique and patient demand will accelerate growth in the market.
4. Further drivers of the spinal fusion market include:
• Sedentary lifestyles
• More road accidents
• Irregular exercise
• Aging population
5. The key players in the marketplace include Stryker, Orthofix, Globus Medical, Zimmer and DePuy Synthes.