Axis Spine Technologies

In a sea of LinkedIn content, here's genuine surgical discourse. Complex revision cases, like the one Dr. med. Samir Smajic details here, present the very challenges that keep us awake at night - and drive us forward. How do we restore disc height whilst minimising trauma? What's the optimal approach for achieving lordosis in revision scenarios? These aren't simple questions, yet they're precisely the ones we must grapple with. Particularly fascinating was the exchange between Dr. med. Samir Smajic and Alin Sirbu about OLIF versus XALIF approaches. It's this kind of candid discussion about technique preferences and learning curves that truly advances our field. And @Vinay Kulkarni's probing question about posterior rods demonstrates exactly the kind of detailed technical discourse we need more of on LinkedIn. "Go in small, then correct" isn't just our philosophy - it's born from listening to exactly these sorts of conversations amongst surgeons tackling real-world challenges. Whilst it's easy to default to self-promotion on LinkedIn, posts like this - rich in technical detail and sparking genuine professional dialogue - remind us why we're all here: to advance spinal surgery and improve patient outcomes. Bravo, Dr. Smajic, for fostering such meaningful discourse. More of this, please! #SpinalSurgery #SurgicalInnovation #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousLearning

Ivo Scheepens flew to our UK VR lab to reup on more headsets. As adoption of our loaner program grows, surgeons are getting technology introductions, technical discussions and collaborative product exploration - all from their own facility. With our VR headsets - delivered to you - you can examine our precision implant technology in granular detail. You can also engage directly with our technical experts if you wish. The immersive environment enables thorough evaluation of modular technology and precision instrumentation - crucial for understanding unique approaches to spinal alignment. Our VR headset loaner program, managed through our Minneapolis distribution center, makes getting started simple. Connect with us here on LinkedIn or visit axisspinetech.com to request your headset and experience our virtual headquarters firsthand. #SpineSurgery #SurgicalInnovation #VirtualReality #SpineInnovation #MedTech

A shout out to the interesting clinical discussions driven by ComboSpine ?? The risks of nerve injury in LLIF remain a significant concern - with studies showing sensory deficits in up to 38% of patients. As pioneers in anterior approaches, we believe that achieving optimal spinal alignment shouldn't require compromising nerve safety. We've been following an outstanding discussion initiated by Lali Sekhon, MD PhD MBA on approach selection and nerve injury prevention in lateral procedures. The collective expertise shared exemplifies the highest standards of surgical practice - where experience meets innovation through open dialogue. The discussion reveals clear patterns in approach selection based on spinal levels. Lali Sekhon, MD PhD MBA and Ahmed Allam, MD, PhD both emphasise careful level selection, particularly avoiding lateral approaches at L4/5 where ALIF or TLIF are preferred. This anatomically-driven decision making aligns with our understanding of the challenges at these levels. The technical evolution of lateral approaches demonstrates increasing complexity in nerve protection. Sanjay Khurana MD FACS and Prof Constantin Schizas FRCS detail different solutions - from EMG to microscope-based visualisation, and mini-open techniques with specific retractor systems. While these refinements show progress, they highlight the inherent challenges that anterior approaches can avoid. Anatomical understanding proves crucial, with Greg Finch and Mario Zotti both emphasising the importance of recognising anatomical risk factors such as high crests and psoas variations. Their insights from laboratory work and clinical experience reinforce why anterior approaches offer a more direct path to achieving alignment goals, particularly at challenging levels. Most notably, multiple contributors Lali Sekhon, MD PhD MBA, Ahmed Allam, MD, PhD, Prof Constantin Schizas FRCS report successful outcomes through careful patient selection and approach matching. Their combined experience shows that while lateral approaches have their place, anterior approaches remain optimal for lower lumbar levels where alignment precision is paramount. The collective expertise shared demonstrates a crucial point: successful spinal surgery isn't about championing a single approach, but rather understanding when each technique best serves patient outcomes. Join the discussion at?https://lnkd.in/eebVp9Mf or comment below. #SpineSurgery #SurgicalInnovation #SpinalAlignment #MedicalEducation

Precision doesn't require force. While others rely on mallets and compromise, we believe surgeons deserve tools that match their expertise. Our modular system lets you focus on what matters - achieving optimal patient alignment through skilled technique, not brute force. Because the best surgical outcomes come from *enabling talent* not constraining it. #SpinalSurgery #SurgicalInnovation #SpinalAlignment

From the simplest materials - bamboo and cord - Hippocrates pioneered the principles of precision in spine surgery 2,400 years ago. He established a principle that still guides modern practice: precision in spinal correction comes from working with natural biomechanics, not against them. Precision outperforms force. Doesn't that align nicely with modern thinking? In 'On Joints', he documented a principle that still guides modern spine surgery: the spine responds best to precise, controlled correction rather than forceful manipulation. Fundamental biomechanical thinking that modern science continues to validate. His genius wasn't in the materials - bamboo and cord were common. His breakthrough was understanding how to work with the spine's natural tendencies rather than against them. Hippocrates understood what modern science continues to validate: Natural alignment is achieved through precision. This?precision outperforms force. Today's surgical innovations may seem far removed from bamboo tethers. Yet they build on the same principle: precise, controlled correction achieves optimal outcomes. This?is why we study pioneers like Hippocrates - not just to honour history, but to understand the principles that drive innovation forward. Every time we pursue gentle, precise correction in the OR, we're following a path first mapped by ancient pioneers. Are you a force, or precision surgeon??

Every breakthrough in spine surgery began with someone asking: "What if we tried this differently?" Today we launch a series celebrating the innovators who shaped our field - past, present and future. We begin with a surgeon who defined precision when precision wasn't yet possible. Before computer-aided design, before 3D printing, before standardised implants, there was John O'Brien and pure surgical craftsmanship. In early ALIF procedures, he would personally shape the allograft in the operating room, carefully burring the graft until he achieved the precise height and angle needed for his goals. This wasn't just craftsmanship – it was surgical artistry born of necessity. Every procedure required perfect precision, every angle had to be exact, and there were no pre-made solutions to fall back on. O'Brien's impact extends far beyond the operating room. His development of the Oswestry Disability Index created a standardised way to measure and understand patient outcomes - a tool still fundamental to spine surgery today. What O'Brien understood then still drives innovation today: ??Precision isn't optional - it's everything ??Every patient deserves a customised solution ??Real innovation serves patient outcomes These principles continue to shape spine surgery's evolution. From O'Brien's hand-crafted solutions to today's modular innovations, the goal remains unchanged: precise alignment, optimal outcomes, better patient futures. ???? ???????? ???? ????????: Which pioneers inspired your surgical journey? What innovations changed your approach? Who should we feature next in this series? Share your thoughts below and help us celebrate spine surgery's innovators - past, present and future. #SpinalInnovation #SurgicalPrecision #SpineSurgery

62.8% of complex adult deformity surgeries fail to achieve their alignment goals. Is your next patient going to be part of that statistic? Great surgeons should?refuse?to accept this as the status quo. We hold up surgeons like Dr. Alan H. Daniels, MD, Dr. Bassel George Diebo, MD, and Dr. Justin Smith as part of the International Spine Study Group (ISSG), as beacons of excellence in our field. Their groundbreaking work on sagittal balance, surgical planning tools and clinical outcome reporting reaffirms that we're on the right track. ? These pioneers demand better tools, and we're answering the call. People like Dr. Pierre Roussouly, Prof. jc le huec, Dr. Virginie Lafage & Dr. frank schwab have laid the groundwork and stand for precision, innovation, and unwavering commitment to optimal patient outcomes. Our fight is against the limitations of current surgical techniques and implants that compromise spinal alignment and long-term patient wellbeing. ? The statistics are stark: 20% of patients using static ALIF cages lose sagittal alignment post-surgery, with 13% showing implant subsidence. This is unacceptable. Our technology enables three-dimensional correction, maintaining alignment in both sagittal and coronal planes. It offers the range of angles necessary for optimal lordosis, especially in the crucial L4-S1 region. ? This is our call to arms. To every spine surgeon who refuses to compromise, who demands better for their patients: join us in this fight. Together, we can redefine the standard of care in spinal surgery. ? The future of spinal health is in our hands. Are you ready to make a change? ? #SpinalSurgery #SpineAlignment #SurgicalPrecision #PatientOutcomes

The power of L4S1 restoration - the spinal foundation - at work. An excellent clinical case presentation by Dr. med. Samir Smajic describing the importance of sagittal realignment through adequate lordosis restoration in short segment fusions.

This article explores the "Top Gun" mentality in spine surgery, drawing parallels between elite fighter pilots and top surgeons who operate in high-stakes environments where precision is paramount. It examines how cutting-edge technologies are empowering these surgeons to achieve unprecedented levels of accuracy and adaptability, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in patient care. #spinesurgery #surgery #medtech #innovation #technology #healthcare #TopGun #precision #surgeon #medicaldevices #patientadvocacy #medicaltechnology

The Crucial Role of Segmental Lordosis Restoration in Preventing Adjacent Segment Disease Restoring spinal alignment isn’t just a technical achievement — it’s a crucial element in achieving successful, long-term outcomes for patients undergoing degenerative lumbar spinal fusion. A recent study by Manjot Singh et al. (Brown University, Providence, RI) highlights just how impactful segmental alignment can be on clinical outcomes. The findings underscore a critical point:?inadequate restoration of L4-S1 lordosis during spinal fusion significantly increases the risk of adjacent segment disease (ASD) and the need for revision surgery. Among patients who underwent short-segment transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), those who did not achieve proper L4-S1 lordosis (<35°) were far more likely to experience adjacent segment complications (33.3% vs. 6.7%) and revisions (25.9% vs. 5.7%). This is not just a number — it’s about patients facing repeat surgeries and complications that impact their quality of life. Read the abstract here: https://rb.gy/e1r6z1 So, where do we go from here? ??♂? This is where precision implants like Axis Spine Technologies' modular ALIF can make a transformative difference. Precision implants provide an opportunity to achieve individualized segmental lordosis restoration, helping to maintain the optimal alignment that can reduce the risk of ASD and revision surgeries. It’s about focusing not just on the immediate fusion but on maintaining spinal health well into the future. Spinal alignment must be a core focus for every spine surgeon, innovator, and industry partner. Our goal should be to leverage technologies that not only meet alignment goals but also improve patient outcomes long-term —?giving patients the best chance at a pain-free future without additional surgeries. We would love to hear from colleagues in spine surgery and innovation: How can we make segmental lordosis restoration more consistent across surgeries? What enabling tools are currently at the surgeon’s disposal and what is lacking? Is precision technology part of the solution? Alan H. Daniels, MD, Bassel George Diebo, MD, Gurvinder S. Deol, MD, Jessica Shellock, MD, FAAOS, AJ Rush, MD, Richard Guyer, Nick Spina, JC Leveque, Philip Louie, Venu Nemani, MD, PhD, Jonathan Hyde, Nathan Wanderman, Eiman Shafa, Gregory Mundis Jr, Frank Phillips, Matthew Ammerman, Joshua Ammerman, MD, Ernest Braxton MD, MBA, Juan Uribe, MD, Andrew A. Sama MD, Marcel Dreischarf, PhD, Philippe Roussouly, Jean-Charles Roussouly, #SpineSurgery #SegmentalLordosis #AdjacentSegmentDisease #PrecisionImplants #AxisSpine #DegenerativeSpineDisorders #PatientOutcomes