Novel, Open Matrix OLIF System Launched

Camber Spine, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, is launching a novel set of spinal implant devices and tools for oblique lateral interbody fusion surgery (OLIF). According to Camber, its OLIF technology “…enables surgeons to take advantage of the natural corridor and access the anterior spine (L2-S1) through an oblique approach, anterior to the psoas muscle, which is performed while the patient is in a lateral position.”

Known as the SPIRA-O Open Matrix OLIF System, the new set of tools and devices, says the company, ”…incorporates the company’s proprietary open architecture and surface technology, and is the only comprehensive system on the market designed specifically for the OLIF spinal surgery approach. Its inserter location, for example, is placed at the optimal angle for atraumatic insertion. And no toggling of instruments in situ is required because Camber’s instruments are designed for safe implant delivery under direct visualization. Another highlight of the technology platform is its design for optimal cage placement, helping surgeons avoid contralateral nerve impingement.”

To help ensure that surgeons are comfortable with the new system, Camber has inaugurated a multi-city, hands-on cadaveric OLIF training series that began in February. Additional sessions will be held in Las Vegas on May 1; Austin on September 18; and in Miami on November 6.

“The national rollout of our complete device system to support the OLIF technique is a significant milestone for Camber Spine,” said Daniel A. Pontecorvo, Camber’s CEO. “Our interactions with surgeons at the training sessions to date have been highly positive. Our patented and award-winning OLIF technology platform, which empowers surgeons to have smooth implant delivery through the most natural corridor to the disc space, has the potential to change the way spine care is delivered. We are incredibly excited to help make this technique available to surgeons around the country and beyond.”

“The surgeons using our OLIF technology have been highly enthusiastic,” said Pontecorvo to OTW. “At our OLIF training labs and events thus far, what stands out is how the participants have been particularly impressed by the patient-centric qualities of the OLIF approach. They like that it’s less invasive, less disruptive to soft tissues, and allows for patients to experience quicker discharges, rehab faster and not deal with the post-op pain that comes with other approaches. ”

Interested surgeons can contact Brooks McAdam at bmcadam@cambermedtech.com.