Celebrating a Decade of Innovation: The 10-Year Journey of the TOUCH® Prosthesis
Keri Medical proudly celebrates a significant milestone – the 10th anniversary of the TOUCH® prosthesis. Over the past decade, the TOUCH® prosthesis has transformed hand surgery, providing a reliable and innovative solution for patients suffering from thumb arthritis. As Keri Medical commemorate this achievement, we are excited to highlight the key events dedicated to this remarkable journey, reflecting on our advancements and the continued trust of our partners and collaborators.
FESSH 2024: TOUCH® Symposium in Rotterdam
On June 27, 2024, Keri Medical hosted a special symposium at the FESSH Congress in Rotterdam, dedicated to the 10-year anniversary of the TOUCH® prosthesis. The event brought together esteemed surgeons and medical professionals to share their insights and experiences:
- “10 years ago … Why dual mobility?” by Keri Medical
- An exploration of the initial motivations and innovations behind the dual mobility concept that revolutionized thumb arthritis treatment.
- “10 reasons for CMC1 prosthesis” by J. Duerinckx, MD PhD (BE)
- Dr. J. Duerinckx outlined ten compelling reasons why the CMC1 prosthesis has become a preferred choice in the medical community.
- “Surgery & key points” by A. Tchurukdichian, MD (FR)
- Dr. Alain Tchurukdichian discussed the surgical techniques and crucial points for successfully implementing the TOUCH® prosthesis.
- “CMC1 prosthesis & revision” by S. Barbary, MD (FR)
- Dr. S. Barbary provided insights into the revision procedures for CMC1 prosthesis, ensuring long-term efficacy and patient satisfaction.
- “Walant & CMC1 prosthesis” by T. Apard, MD (FR)
- Dr. T. Apard highlighted the WALANT (Wide Awake Local Anesthesia No Tourniquet) technique, enhancing the application of the CMC1 prosthesis.
SSCM/SSRM 2024: Symposium on 10 Years’ Experience
Another significant event is the upcoming SSCM/SSRM Congress on November 28, 2024. This symposium will be dedicated to discussing the decade-long experience with the TOUCH® prosthesis. Dr. Cyril Falaise will lead the session, presenting valuable insights and outcomes from years of clinical practice, in collaboration with Medeco.
Reflecting on a Decade of Success
The TOUCH® prosthesis has made a substantial impact worldwide, with more than 60,000 placements in 35 countries. Keri Medical has trained over 1,200 surgeons through the KeriAcademy, ensuring high standards and widespread adoption of this innovative solution. 21 scientific publications further emphasize Keri Medical commitment to advancing medical research and improving patient outcomes.
Explore the scientific advancements and success stories of the TOUCH® prosthesis. Our dedicated page of scientific abstracts features 21 studies that showcase the breakthroughs in thumb arthritis treatment. Visit our Abstract page to delve into the research and join us in celebrating a decade of innovation.