Goldenwing is assisting with the successful preclinical research in orthopedics and sports medicine, several types of devices can be tested using large animal models such as pigs, sheep, and goats. Here’s a detailed list of such devices:
1. Implants
· Joint Replacement Implants
o Total knee and hip arthroplasty components
o Revision implants
· Fracture Fixation Devices
o Intramedullary nails
o Plates and screws (locking and non-locking)
o External fixators
· Spinal Implants
o Interbody fusion devices
o Pedicle screws and rods
o Dynamic stabilization systems
2. Biologic Materials
· Bone Grafts and Substitutes
o Demineralized bone matrix (DBM)
o Synthetic bone grafts (calcium phosphate, hydroxyapatite)
· Tissue Engineering Constructs
o Scaffolds for cartilage and bone regeneration
o Stem cell therapies for repair and regeneration
3. Orthopedic Devices
· Braces and Supports
o Knee braces (ligament support, functional braces)
o Ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs)
· Prosthetics
o Lower and upper limb prosthetic devices
o Adaptive devices for sports activities
4. Surgical Tools and Techniques
· Minimally Invasive Surgical Tools
o Arthroscopic instruments
o Navigation systems for joint surgery
· Robotic-Assisted Surgery Devices
o Robotic arms for precision in orthopedic procedures
5. Diagnostic Devices
· Imaging Systems
o MRI and CT imaging for joint assessment
o Fluoroscopy systems for real-time imaging during procedures
· Biomechanical Testing Devices
o Force plates for gait analysis
o Motion capture systems for evaluating functional outcomes
6. Rehabilitation Devices
· Functional Electrical Stimulation Devices
o For muscle activation post-injury or surgery
· Rehabilitation Robots
o Robotic exoskeletons for assisted movement training
7. Pain Management Devices
· Implantable Drug Delivery Systems
o Pumps for localized medication delivery
· Neuromodulation Devices
o Spinal cord stimulators for pain relief
8. Wearable Technology
· Smart Bracelets and Sensors
o To monitor biomechanical parameters during activities
· Telemetry Devices
o For real-time data collection on movement and performance
9. Soft Tissue Repair Devices
· Suture Anchors and Fixation Devices
o For rotator cuff repairs and ligament reconstruction
· Tissue Adhesives
o For securing soft tissue repairs
10. Cartilage Repair Devices
· Osteochondral Grafts
o For repair of articular cartilage defects
· Microfracture Instruments
o To facilitate cartilage regeneration