New Products July 2012

A Podiatric Use For Amniotic Membranes

Amniotic membranes, which have had longtime success in ocular surgery, may now have possible use in the lower extremity.

   Amniox Medical notes that its Neox™ cryopreserved amniotic membrane grafts utilize a number of growth factors to guide tissue healing down a regenerative pathway. The company processes the amniotic membranes with a patented Cryotek™ technology. Unlike processes that entail dehydrating the membrane, the Cryotek technology utilizes deep cycle freezing, which preserves the functional and structural integrity of the amniotic membrane graft. Accordingly, the materials are delivered in a hydrated state for optimal handling in a surgical setting.

   Amniox Medical notes that over 300 peer-reviewed publications have demonstrated the clinical success of the Cryotek process, which prevents immune rejection of the graft by deactivating living cells and preserving the functional components of the extracellular matrix.

Company: Amniox Medical
Product: Neox cryopreserved amniotic membrane grafts
For more info, visit www.amnioxmedical.com .

An Ankle Fusion System With More Options

The newest ankle fusion plating system is designed to provide surgeons with unmatched flexibility and more options during surgery, according to the manufacturer.

   The Peri-Loc Ankle Fusion Plating System includes four anatomic plate designs that allow surgeons to perform both tibiotalar and tibiotalocalcaneal fusions through anterior, lateral and posterior approaches, notes Smith and Nephew. The company says the Peri-Loc System is the only system of its kind that offers surgeons ankle fusion options for the posterior approach, minimizing soft tissue irritation and preserving the fibula.

   According to the company, the system not only provides surgeons with flexibility, it also offers stability as the screws thread into the plate, creating a true fixed-angle, locked construct.

   The company also notes that because of the multiple plate options, surgeons have the ability to confidently choose the best approach and techniques for their patients.

Company: Smith and Nephew
Product: Peri-Loc Ankle Fusion Plating System
For more info, visit www.ortho.smith-nephew.com .

Quicker Casting

For busy DPMs and their staff, a new casting system may offer more accurate results in minimal time.

   When podiatry offices pair EZ Caster, an orthotic casting system, with Bio-Foam Impression Foam, they can increase their number of casting sessions from three per hour to as many as 30 per hour, according to the manufacturer Smithers Bio-Medical Systems.

   The company notes with the EZ Casters and Bio-Foam Impression Foam, the often complex and expensive casting process is a thing of the past. Both products require no setup, mixing or mess to clean up while ensuring consistent and accurate casting every time, allowing for any staff member to produce a quality impression, according to Smithers Bio-Medical Systems.

   The company adds that because of this unique system’s closed-cell structure, Bio-Foam Impression Foam is moisture-proof to prevent distortion and contamination.

Company: Smithers Bio-Medical Systems
Products: EZ Caster and Bio-Foam Impression Foam
For more info, visit www.biofoamimpression.com .

Imaging Information At Your Fingertips

A new iPhone/iPad application gives customers on-demand access to Allpro Imaging’s latest products, news and events, explains the company.

   The company says its free app will provide a better, more connected experience between their customers and dealers. Allpro explains the app will formulate relevant, updated information for customers.

   Users of the app can receive information on products, news, videos and events right at their fingertips. Push notifications sent through the app allow users to receive information on new specials and literature before anyone else, notes the company.

   Allpro Imaging says the app also offers subscribers exclusive features such as a virtual tour of Allpro Imaging. One can locate the Allpro Imaging app by typing “ALLPRO Imaging” in the search column in iTunes.

Company: Allpro Imaging
Product: “Allpro Imaging” iPhone/iPad Application
For more info, visit www.allproimaging.com .