Ortho Kinematics has raised $7.6 million in a new round of financing, according to an SEC filing posted this week. The Austin, Texas-based company is offering debt, warrants and other securities to be acquired through exercising warrants or options in the round, according to the filing. Money in the round has come from 67 unnamed […]
Ortho Kinematics launches VMA Align spinal diagnostic module
Ortho Kinematics said today it launched the VMA-Align diagnostic module for its Vertebral Motion Analysis system, designed to provide data to spinal surgeons for patient selection and planning for lumbar fusion surgery. The VMA system from Austin, Texas-based Ortho Kinematics uses fluoroscopy to capture images of the spine in motion, is designed to displace traditional X-ray […]
Ortho Kinematics wins Health Canada nod for VMA system
Ortho Kinematics said today it won Health Canada authorization for its Vertebral Motion Analysis spinal imaging system. The VMA system from Austin, Texas-based Ortho Kinematics uses fluoroscopy to capture images of the spine in motion, is designed to displace traditional X-ray imaging as the primary method for identifying spinal dysfunction, the Austin, Texas-based company said. The […]
Ortho Kinematics wins CE Mark for spinal motion analyzer
Ortho Kinematics said today it won CE Mark approval in the European Union for its Vertebral Motion Analysis system designed to assess spinal motion and radiographic instability. The VMA system from Austin, Texas-based Ortho Kinematics uses fluoroscopy to capture images of the spine in motion, is designed to displace traditional X-ray imaging as the primary […]
Ortho Kinematics pulls in $4m in debt round
Ortho Kinematics said today it raised $4 million in a debt financing round to support the general biz and expand the commercialization of its flagship Vertebral Motion Analysis radiographic assessment device. The VMA system uses fluoroscopy to capture images of the spine in motion, is designed to displace traditional X-ray imaging as the primary method […]
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Medtronic gets in on $10m Series C for Ortho Kinematics
Ortho Kinematics said yesterday that it drummed up a $9.6 million Series C round for its vertebral motion analysis technology, its flagship product.
Medtronic allies with Ortho Kinematics for spinal diagnostic test
Ortho Kinematics’ back diagnostic device lands expanded clearance
With a new 510(k) clearance from the FDA in hand, Ortho Kinematics can offer its Vertebral Motion Analysis spine diagnostic test to patients with neck problems.
Diabetes: Roche lands FDA nod for Accu-Chek Nano | Regulatory Roundup
Roche (PINK:RHHBY) won clearance from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for its Accu-Chek Nano SmartView blood glucose monitoring system.
The Switzerland-based biotech builder’s no code meter is smaller than a credit card that allows patients to customize test reminders, pre and post meal markers and calculate their average glucose levels.
Hospira lures Allergan president Michael Ball
Hospira Inc. (NYSE:HSP) ended its search for a CEO by luring Allergan Inc. (NYSE:AGN) president Michael Ball to the corner office in San Diego.
Ball, 55, replaces Hospira founder Christopher Begley, who’s staying on as executive chairman.
Ball spent 16 years at Allergan, rising to president after stints leading its pharmaceuticals , global eye care and North American businesses.
