3D Printing & The Future of Orthopedic Surgery
The way that we currently heal bones could be about to experience an exciting revolution of the 3D variety! Researchers at Northwestern University are in the process of perfecting a ‘hyper-elastic bone’ using innovative 3D technology.
This development in technology could soon be used to bind tendons and bones together using live tissue! This is a fairly new discovery and the technology is not yet approved for human use. However, the potential for improvements to ongoing care and post-surgery results for patients are potentially huge!
A 3D Revolution in Orthopedic Footwear
Orthopedic shoes and orthotics are not always synonymous with comfort and style! They have historically been designed more for practicality than they have for fashion, and this has led to them not traditionally being desirable to wear! However, there is one woman who is setting out to change all of this using 3D printing technology.
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