The North American Spine Society Annual Meeting provided a positive view of one area in orthopedics that may be immune from the effects of widespread use of GLP-1 medications. Recent data indicates volumes and seasonality have finally recovered from pandemic impacts. Major trends discussed at the conference included expanded use of robotic systems, increased customization and adoption of augmented reality technology.
Recruitment underway for Toronto-based Vielight Inc. has commenced recruitment for a clinical trial in the U.S. to study how brain stimulation photobiomodulation (PBM) might mitigate long-term cognitive impairment from long Covid. The study intervention comes on the heels of Canadian approval of a device to treat the acute version of Covid, involving light emitting diodes (LEDs) placed inside the nasal cavity and on the chest to deliver near infrared (NIR) light to the body.
Venus Concept Inc. is undergoing a bit of nip and tuck in efforts to improve the company’s cash flow position and obtain long-term stability. As part of the reconfiguration, the company plans to shed 18% of its workforce with layoffs starting on Feb. 6. In Israel and North America. The executive leadership team also experienced some plumping and extraction.
