It is possible that broken bones will in the near future be fixed using metallic glass. Materials researchers have developed an alloy that could herald a new generation of biodegradable bone implants.

A new biocompatible polymer-based composite material could soon replace metal plates in treating difficult and unstable fractures. The newly-developed material is as strong as dental composites yet ...

Titanium fiber plates developed share an important characteristic with natural bone, which is much safer and aids in bone tissue repair. Development of titanium fiber plates can help in bone tissue ...

Removal of fracture fixation implants after healing is a surgical operation not without risk Removal of internal fracture fixation devices can be commonplace, but it is unclear how often it is ...

Thousands of NHS patients who had fractures repaired with a metal plate need their X-rays reviewed after a hospital mix-up means some received implants which are liable to buckle. About 5,500 patients ...

The search for innovative implant materials in orthopedics has led to the exploration of advanced thermoplastics in the family of PAEK, a high performance thermoplastic. These materials have potential ...