Orthopedics implant maker Arthrosurface Inc. recently announced the launch of a new thumb implant to reduce pain in patients who are suffering from osteoarthritis. The SpeedSpiral carpometacarpal (CMC) implant is the first such device to replace the arthritic bone with a structurally sound, load-bearing biologic implant.
Thumb arthritis is the second most common type of arthritis in the hand and is more common in women, according...