OUR TECHNOLOGY
SFT products are based on Suprafusion technology, a disruptive soft tissue fixation system using ultrasonic technology to deliver next-generation anchoring solutions that seek to eliminate anchor micro-motion, improve and facilitate fixation stability, and support clinical outcome and possibilities.
SUPRAFUSION
Suprafusion is a technology to securely bond materials of different structural compositions, densities, shapes, sizes, and surface characteristics.
We hold patents and exclusive technology licenses to create the unique technical characteristics of our products.
Based on this technology we develop a variety of products for use in Orthopedics / Sports Medicine / Foot & Ankle as well as Hand & Wrist Surgery.
ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY
The Suprafusion process takes advantage of an ultrasonic system to induce controlled liquefaction of the outermost portion of polymeric implant components during the implantation process, while the core remains solid.
As liquefaction occurs, the polymer flows into the surrounding cancellous bone and instantaneously solidifies, creating a positive fit connection that delivers unprecedented levels of bone purchase.
The interdigitation of the polymer with the bone pores immediately forms a strong bond that prevents the anchor from moving, creating implant primary stability and long term fixation.
IMPLANTS & INSTRUMENTS
Our implants have unique properties that address a variety of clinical shortcomings:
Ultrasonic fixation does not require torsion or excessive pressure, which can support faster healing times, less pain and swelling, and greater structural stability as implants do not migrate through damaged tissue.
Suprafusion allows smaller anchors to be placed closer together, which may lead to a stronger overall bond with less bone damage.
Our implantation procedures can be repeated multiple times, if necessary, using the same drill hole, simply by drilling out the first anchor and replacing it with a new one, without unacceptable levels of bone damage.
Our implantation times are measured in seconds, and the user-friendly ultrasonic generator instructs the surgeon when the PLA implant has solidified and the sonotrode can be removed.