You’re So Vain’ singer Carly Simon reveals Parkinson’s disease diagnosis: Symptoms, treatment and whether there is a cureCarly Simon Parkinson’s disease news: Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Carly Simon has revealed that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson’...
27 Jul, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
India plans national registry to track implantable medical devices and patientsIndia is set to launch a national registry for implantable medical devices. This initiative aims to track all devices and patients, ensurin...
21 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Recurring pain while walking? Your knee, hip implants might have expired; experts flag warning signs that you should not ignoreDo you experience recurring pain or feel difficulty while walking? It could be a sign that your knee or hip implants need to be replaced. D...
06 Dec, 2025, 02.29 PM IST
Alkem arm ties up with Exactech for knee, hip replacement implantsAlkem Laboratories has announced a partnership through its subsidiary, Alkem MedTech, with US-based Exactech Inc to manufacture and market ...
22 Aug, 2024, 05.32 PM IST
US-based Zeda plans to raise up to $200 million for India forayUS-based Zeda Holdings plans to raise $200 million for its India expansion, led by CEO Shri Shetty. The company uses 3D printing for orthop...
03 Jun, 2024, 12.57 AM IST
IIT Guwahati researchers develop tailored solutions based on regenerative therapies for knee meniscus tearsResearchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, in collaboration with the University of Animal and Fishery Sciences, Ko...
28 Mar, 2024, 08.23 PM IST
Shalby to add 50 orthopaedic centres in 3-5 yearsThe SOCE centres will have highly experienced and qualified specialists equipped with the latest high-definition arthroscopic systems to de...
21 Jun, 2022, 05.43 PM IST
Newest revision joint replacement surgeries offer lasting reliefRevision or redo surgeries are on the rise, and are advised when the first implant fails.
05 Feb, 2021, 09.52 AM IST
Give your knee a new lease of lifeThe demands for artificial knee have increased in recent times.
25 Jun, 2019, 12.34 PM IST
Knee problem? Second-generation implant may offer you a chance to walk againWhile there are a variety of options available, choosing the right implant is key.
12 Oct, 2018, 10.56 AM IST
Supply all knee implant brands, government tells companiesThe move is expected to preempt any shortages and ensure uninterrupted supply of a variety of high quality primary and revision knee implan...
26 Sep, 2017, 05.24 PM IST
NPPA threatens legal action against 40 hospitals for not displaying knee implant pricesThe drug pricing watchdog has threatened action against these hospitals, which were expected to make the revised prices available online so...
26 Aug, 2017, 06.49 AM IST
Implants in repeat knee surgeries can cost as much as Rs 9 lakh: Pricing RegulatorA revision knee surgery requires a completely different implant and instrument set, according to companies that manufacture knee implants.
10 Aug, 2017, 01.02 AM IST
Trade margins on knee implants as much as 300%, says regulatorA total knee system can cost a patient as much as Rs 4.13 lakh and a minimum of Rs 59,091, while import prices ranged between Rs 23,408 and...
05 Aug, 2017, 12.50 AM IST
Cost of cochlear implant operations may go down to Rs 1 lakhCochlear implant can be a magic cure for children who are deaf and, as a consequence, speechless. This operation can only be done on childr...
27 Mar, 2016, 10.39 AM IST
Johnson & Johnson faulty implants: Indians left in lurch due to 'differential treatment' compared to US counterpartsPharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson recently agreed to pay over Rs 15,000 crore as compensation to around 8,000 US citizens who had sued...
04 Dec, 2013, 11.59 AM IST
- Indian women provide a leg up to knee replants
It’s not just designer footwear for women, but a tailor-made implant for the knees that can make them stand tall.
06 Jun, 2007, 12.20 AM IST