Medovex Plans US IDE Trial For Its DenerveX Spine Surgery Device
Executive Summary
DenerveX is a unique surgical tool used to ablate the nerve and capsular tissue on the posterior surface of the facet joint. preventing the nerve from reattaching with the goal of creating lasting relief from back pain that otherwise might require spinal fusion and/or treatment with opiate drugs.
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