MassDevice.com +5 | The top 5 medtech stories for September 13, 2016

Say hello to MassDevice +5, a bite-sized view of the top five medtech stories of the day. This feature of MassDevice.com’s coverage highlights our 5 biggest and most influential stories from the day’s news to make sure you’re up to date on the headlines that continue to shape the medical device industry. Get this in your inbox everyday by subscribing to our newsletters.   5. Orthofix launches study of pulsed electromagnetic fields in treating osteoarthritis Orthofix said today it enrolled the 1st patient in a study exploring the use of its Physio-Stim pulsed electromagnetic field system for treating osteoarthritis of the knee. The Lewisville, Texas-based company said the study aims to explore the efficacy and safety of its Physio-Stim system in reducing inflammation and restoring homeostasis of the extracellular matrix to potentially provide symptomatic relief of osteoarthritis pain and stimulate new cartilage formation. Read more 4. Ethicon wins FDA nod for Enseal X1 tissue sealer Johnson & Johnson subsidiary Ethicon said today it won FDA 510(k) clearance for its Enseal X1 large jaw tissue sealer designed for vessel sealing and precise heat management. The Somerville, N.J.-based company said the newly cleared Enseal X1 is an advanced bipolar device designed for use in open procedures, such as colectomies and hysterectomies. Read more 3. Abbott touts 38% hypoglycemia reduction in FreeStyle Libre study Abbott today released data fro...
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