3D printing (Three-Dimensional Printing) technology has developed for over 30 years, and recent technological advancements and their popularity among the general public are ushering the world into the era of personalized 3D printing. As 3D printing becomes more widespread, its application in orthopedic surgery has become feasible. Compared to 3D virtual CT imaging on a … Read more
Orthopedic 3D Printing Technology: Turning Virtual into Reality In daily life, many people have heard the term 3D. The most familiar might be the three-dimensional 3D movies. In fact, 3D printing technology has been applied in orthopedics. It uses CT scan data for “three-dimensional reconstruction”. Not only can it assist in surgical design, but it … Read more
With the advent of 3D printing technology, a patient’s bone model can be printed at a 1:1 scale based on imaging data, visually and tangibly presenting the condition to the patient and their family,which aids in doctor-patient communication. Additionally, the lead surgeon can use the 3D printed bone model for preoperative planning. 1. What is … Read more
The shoulder joint is a highly specialized area in orthopedic practice, and its examination methods are also quite specific. Similar to traditional orthopedic physical examination procedures, the examination of shoulder joint disorders is conducted through “inspection, palpation, movement, and measurement (including special tests)”. Inspection The patient’s shoulders should be fully exposed to observe the contour … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow our official account, Don’t forget to add it to your favorites~ Make an appointment here “Doctor, will I be able to stand again?” This was Mr. Zhang’s most urgent question when he entered the Orthopedics Department of the First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University. A failed femoral … Read more
3D printing technology, also known as additive manufacturing, is a type of rapid prototyping technology that constructs physical objects based on digital model files using various adhesive materials through a layer-by-layer printing method. 3D printing technology includes laser or electron beam sintering and melting technology, thermoplastic extrusion deposition manufacturing technology, and photopolymerization molding technology, among … Read more
Biomechanics of Spinal Deformities For progressive deformities, the spine is subjected to some form of “pathological” stress. Spinal surgeons need to understand the source of this “pathological” stress that causes the deformity. Only when these “pathological” stresses are counteracted and neutralized can the goals of correcting scoliosis, preventing deformity progression, and restoring sagittal and coronal … Read more
As the saying goes, “One step at a time,” it is evident that the ankle joint bears the entire weight of the body during human movement. Once there is an issue with the ankle joint, it can lead to excruciating pain when walking, even causing patients to find it difficult to move at all! Recently, … Read more
Mr. Li, 43 years old, suffered a serious fracture of the ulnar coronoid process due to a fall while walking. Dr. Guo Yingbin, head of the upper limb department at our hospital, stated, “Such a severely shattered ulnar coronoid process fracture is indeed rare.” After Mr. Li’s injury, he visited a local hospital where X-rays … Read more
With the emergence of 3D printing technology, patient bone models can be printed in a 1:1 ratio based on imaging data, visually and tactilely demonstrating the condition to patients and their families,which aids in doctor-patient communication. Meanwhile, the lead surgeon can perform preoperative planning based on the 3D printed bone model. 1. What is 3D … Read more