OrthoMark
The FIRST fully positional x-ray marking and calibration device!
OrthoMark now allows the variable of X-Ray magnification factor to be removed from the process of Orthopedic templating. By positioning a 1 inch stainless steel sphere at a precise anatomical plane, surgical planning software is able to establish the magnification factor and determine the actual size of the anatomy in question. This helps to ensure that the appropriate prosthetic device is selected before surgery.
Historically, Orthopedic surgeons used plastic "overlays" along with standard film X-Rays to determine the appropriate prosthetic to be used in surgery. These overlays were constructed with a "built in" magnification factor designed to be used with standard X-Ray film.
With the introduction and rapid implementation of digital imaging (DR {Digital or Direct Radiography} & CR {Computed Radiography}, standard overlays were no longer applicable. Printing images from PACS sometimes produced wildly erratic results and many found that printing true size, didn't necessarilly mean the image was true size.
It didn't take long for digital templates and software packages for orthopedic templating to become available. In order to effectively plan for surgery there was still a need to determine the magnification factor inherent in the image. Some techs taped a sphere to the patient, some used a strap that would cradle a sphere and attach to the patient. Both methods introduced their own degree of difficulty. Other methods were also tried with varying and often unacceptable results.
We believe that OrthoMark offers the best method to date. When we say "best" we mean from exam to surgery, we believe this device will function better than any other on the market currently. Magnetic and suction cup attachments are also available.
