This is a PSA for an orthopedic surgeon inventor friend. I have no financial interest... just trying to help a startup get off the ground.
Dr John Lucey, a retired orthopedic surgeon, has a sensor product concept to measure micro-motion around any implant to prevent revisions. His device can measure 20 microns of micromotion. His research demonstrates that <50 microns of motion = stable implant or spine fusion and >150 microns of motion = unstable implant (fibrous tissue support only) or lack of spine fusion.
Dr Lucey has self-funded the company to date, and has an issued patent. ...
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