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Orthopedic implants are the devices that are surgically inserted into the body and are intended to reinstate function by restoring or strengthening a damaged structure. Global Orthopedic Implants Market is booming internationally. The orthopedics market covers a wide range of medical devices, from bone cement and surgical power tools to joint replacement implants and prosthetic limbs, all of which aim to provide patients with increased mobility. Driven largely by the aging population and patients’ desire to maintain an active lifestyle, the global orthopedics market was valued at $52.7B in 2017. GlobalData expects this market will grow to $66.3B in 2023 at a steady Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.9%.

GPC Orthopedic Implants & Instruments are globally reputed for their high quality, precision and durability. Our Orthopedic Surgery Instruments & Implants, in large quantities are regularly exported to many different countries including those in Europe. Meeting customized requirements of Orthopedic Surgery Instruments and Implants is our specialty. Most of our Orthopaedic Implants including spinal system, intramedullary interlocking nail, locking/non-locking bone plates & screws are US FDA 510(K) approved. GPC is the only Indian Company so far to have achieved this distinction in the field of Orthopaedic/Medical Equipment.

Our wide range of Orthopaedic Implants & Surgical Equipment includes Bone Screws, Plates, Intramedullary Nails, Maxillofacial Implants, Knee Implants, Hip Prosthesis, Spinal Implant System, Locking Plate System, External Fixators, Power Tools, General Orthopedic Instruments, Instruments Sets, Surgical Drills, Arthroscopy Instrumentation, etc. etc.

 

Scope of orthopedic Implants

GPC Medical Orthopedic Implants occupy a lion’s share in the international orthopedic implant market. Orthopedic implants are associated with the musculoskeletal system. For instance, to treat a backache orthopedic implants such as bone plates or bone screws are utilized in spinal fusion surgery. Fixation of damaged bone fragments as well as implant components is used for hip, knee and any other joint replacement. The material applied in orthopedic implants must be biocompatible to avert rejection by the body.

Implant Potential

Orthopedic implants are manufactured to replace or support a missing or damaged bone or joint. These implants are intended to treat the deformities, stabilize body posture, and restore the normal skeletal function. The orthopedic implants market has witnessed a shift from conventional surgical procedures to the use of modern fixation and prosthetic devices. The demand for orthopedic implants has increased significantly, owing to rise in geriatric population that increases the risk of osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, technological innovations in the orthopedic implants, and other musculoskeletal disorders. GPC Medical knows how to keep up with technological demands and adapt via their innovation laboratories with experienced surgeons and engineers.

Orthopedic Implants Market Synopsis

Almost every orthopedic implant present in the market in the current scenario, come under the class III category, which is the most scientifically meticulous classification of medical devices. Individuals facing immobility issues due to terrible accidental or traumatizing cases have no other alternative but to opt for major joint replacement surgeries. This can eventually provoke a radical change in people’s quality of life by relieving pain and reviving their physical independence.

Key Segments

The global orthopedic implants market is segmented based on product, biomaterial, and geography. Based on product, it is classified as reconstructive joint replacements, spinal implants, dental implants, trauma & craniomaxillofacial, orthobiologics, and others. The reconstructive joint replacements market is further divided into the knee, hip, and extremities. Spinal implants are further categorized into spinal fusion devices, non-fusion devices/motion preservation devices, and invasive spinal bone stimulators. Dental implants are further bifurcated into root form dental implants and plate form dental implants. Trauma & Craniomaxillofacial are further categorized into screws, plates, staples, and others. Orthobiologics are further classified into allografts, bone graft substitutes, and cell-based matrices. Based on biomaterials, it is categorized into metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and natural biomaterials. Among biomaterials, the metallic segment occupied dominant share in 2016 and is expected to maintain this trend during the forecast period, owing to their exclusive load-bearing properties.

Factors Leveraging Market Share

Rising geriatric population susceptible to increased risk of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and obesity lowered bone density; increased body mass index and other musculoskeletal disorders are the vital factors driving the growth of the global orthopedic implants market. Furthermore, a significant rise in the number of sports-related injuries and road accidental cases are another contributors stimulating market growth. Besides, technological advancement, innovative procedures, and swiftly growing healthcare industry further incite the growth of the market.

Moreover, the launch of internal fixation devices and biodegradable implants holds the higher potential for future prospects of orthopedic implants. However, unfavorable reimbursement policies, rigid guidelines authorization procedures, the high cost of the treatment might hamper the market development.

Additionally, the risk associated with orthopedic implants including implants coming loose or breakage in the bone causing painful inflammation and infections together with the possibility of implant rejection could also serve major roadblock to market expansion.

Technological approach GPC Medical

The impact of the driving factors is expected to surpass the effect of restraints. Moreover, GPC Medical’s increase in R&D in orthopedic implants and the untapped emerging economies are expected to provide new innovative products to orthopedic implants market in the near future.

Future of Global Orthopedic Market

Moving into 2018, there are several areas to watch that GlobalData anticipates will affect the orthopedics markets. Patient-specific implants are expected to drive growth in the hip and knee markets, as is patient-specific instrumentation (PSI), a tool developed to improve accuracy in total knee arthroplasty procedures by customizing the surgical cutting blocks to the patient’s anatomy. Similarly in the vein of personalized healthcare, 3D printing in a variety of orthopedic markets, including spinal intrabodies, craniomaxillofacial implants, and prosthetic devices, will advance physicians’ ability to provide customized solutions to patients. GPC Medical Limited aims to absorb all these changes to make availability of the best quality implants based on these technologies.

A Futuristic Approach

GPC Medical believes in growth and advancement. This is why it keeps a futuristic approach with orthopedic implants. Minimally invasive and robotic surgical systems are a growing trend in orthopedic surgeries, and major orthopedic players, including Medtronic, Stryker, Smith & Nephew, and DePuy, are taking steps to ensure they remain competitive with their Mazor X, Mako, NAVIO, and PUREVUE systems, respectively. Lastly, a shift in the US towards value-based healthcare, including Medicare’s Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR) model, will continue to impact both orthopedic manufacturers and physicians, as will the move towards outpatient procedures in ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs). GPC Medical Limited is not ready to stop at any point, as we keep adopting these technological advancements.

Why GPC Medical Limited?

GPC Medical Limited is the oldest orthopedic implants manufacturer and international supplier. Our technology labs remain busy in innovating and manufacturing Trauma Implants with modern technology machines viz. Sliding Head Turning Center, Multiple Axis VMC, CNC Wire Cutting, CNC Deep Hole Drilling, Mechanized sharpening & surface finishing machines.

Apart from our wonderful market acceptance along with the biggest manufacturing portfolio of over a thousand products in growing a worldwide market, we have built relationships based on trust and reliability. We follow internationally standardized protocols with precision throughout the manufacturing and innovating process.

GPC Medical Futuristic Facilities

GPC Medical Limited Manufactures Orthopedic Implants and Instruments product ranges which are packed in packages manufacture from the extraordinary material which is best and suited for orthopedic implants manufacturing process. Further, implants and instruments are marked with Cat Numbers, Batch Numbers and complete description with computer laser marking techniques. GPC medical remains conscious about its internationally renowned reputation and stringent compliance of international standards.

GPC Medical Ltd. – US FDA 510(k) Approved Orthopedic Implants

 

Helping patients with Maxillofacial surgery and Implants

The damages of head, face, jaws and neck are treated by oral and maxillofacial surgery. It is an internationally certified surgery. Countries like Canada, Australia, US and Israel, they recognize this as a dentistry specialty. Whereas, in most of the Europe, it is recognized as both, medicine and dentistry specialty. And a degree in both, dentistry and medicine is compulsory.

The Key Important Figure: Maxillofacial Surgeon

A maxillofacial surgeon is a surgeon who deals with the treatment of mouth, skull and jaw. As mentioned above, the maxillofacial surgeon is required to have a training of surgery, dentistry as well as medical. The demand of maxillofacial surgeons who choose medicine as a first degree of profession and then go for dentistry have a relatively increasing trend in some of the Europe countries.

Separate Entity or Not?

The professional associations in some of the countries recognizes maxillofacial as a separate entity of specialization. These associations are:

• American Dental Association
• Royal College of Surgeons of England
• Royal College of Dentists of Canada
• Dental Council of India
• Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons
• Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Other than these associations, maxillofacial surgery is practiced in many countries but under different forms and is sometimes executed by a single qualified surgeon.

The Procedures Involved in Maxillofacial Surgery: 

The treatment which takes place for maxillofacial surgery includes face, skull, jaw and neck, which are further classified as:

• Cosmetic Surgery: It’s a surgery which is operated on head and neck of the body. It includes Botox, cosmetic treatments, enhancement of lips and enlargement of chin and cheek.
• Dentoalveolar surgery: A surgery where surgeon deals with the removal of teeth. It includes extractions, implanting of bone, the placement for better anatomy is provided.
• Corrective jaw surgery: It deals with the treatment of shallow breaths, the pauses of breaths in the sleep specifically called sleep apnea.

Importance of Practice of Anaesthesia:

In countries like United States, the maxillofacial surgeon are required to go through five months training of anaesthesia. The practice for paediatric anaesthesia is also required for the surgeons to undergo.

Is Laser Applicable in Maxillofacial Surgery or Not?

For almost all oral and dental surgery, CO₂ laser is used as it deals with the procedure of soft tissues. The laser got introduced in the mids of 1980s and has still remained as the golden standard for dealing with the procedure of soft tissues.

Is Maxillofacial Implanting Different?

The implanting system of maxillofacial surgery is specifically designed to reconstruct mandibles and chin. Midface fracture orthopaedic surgery, they also get fixed and operated through implanting. The procedure takes place by encompassing pan-facial fractures (fractures which involve lower, upper and middle face) to simple fractures. The products to address fractures like midface fracture, orbital fractures, mandible and zygoma fractures are included in this category. Moreover, the reconstruction of products such as reconstruction of mandible, resection of tumor are also included in this. Different size of screws and plates are used according to the thickness and need of requirement of procedure needed. The best quality Maxillofacial Plating System plates and screws are provided by GPC Medical. And they must have the following features:

• The screws and plates should be compatible within each system
• The edges of the plates should be rounded because it helps reducing the irritation in soft tissues.
• For low insertion torque unique screw designs should be enabled.