LEESBURG, Va.–(BUSINESS
WIRE)–K2M, Inc., a spinal device company developing innovative solutions
for the treatment of complex spinal pathologies and minimally invasive
procedures, today announced the global launch of the latest product within the
family of CHESAPEAKE® Stabilization Systems at the 2011 North American Spine
Society Annual Meeting (NASS) in Chicago, furthering its commitment to treating
the full spectrum of spine pathologies from the most complex to degenerative
needs.
CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar, manufactured from both biocompatible
PEEK polymer and titanium, allows for anterior stabilization and fixation with
a zero-profile design. Additionally, the system utilizes innovative
instrumentation, such as K2Ms Anterior Insertion Ramp, which provides parallel
distraction and controlled threaded insertion, while allowing for a zero-impact
load on the interbody. The system provides screw fixation through K2Ms
revolutionary tifix® Locking Technology, whereby each screw head forms an
autogenic lock to the implant upon insertion.
“The unique tifix Locking Technology eliminates the fiddle
factor found in other ALIF stand-alone devices that feature integrated screws.
The one-step locking mechanism not only adds simplicity to the system, but is a
proven technology with an established history of clinical applications around
the world,” according to Dr. John I. Williams, Orthopedic Surgeon at Ortho
NorthEast.
The clinical application of the CHESAPEAKE Stabilization
Systems will be shown in a Hands-On Demonstration at NASS tomorrow, November 4,
at 10:00 am Central (K2M Booth #1616).
“The CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization System is an
important expansion of our product offering for treating Degenerative Disc
Disease (DDD), as well as more complex pathologies,” stated Eric Major, K2Ms
President and CEO. “Given the rapid growth of our global distribution team and
increasing number of surgeon customers, it is critical that we continue to
introduce differentiated technologies with leading innovation, such as CHESAPEAKE.”
About K2M
K2M, Inc. is an innovative spinal device company committed to the research,
development, and commercialization of simplified solutions for the treatment of
complex spinal pathologies and minimally invasive procedures. The company is
recognized as a worldwide leader in providing unique technologies for the
treatment of deformity, degenerative, trauma, and tumor spinal patients. K2Ms
complete portfolio of next generation products includes: spinal stabilization systems,
minimally invasive systems, and other advancing technologies such as motion
preservation, annular repair, and nucleus replacement. Additional information
is available online at www.K2M.com.
