Cartiva® Toe Implant News
ToeImplantFailure.com is the nation’s leading source of information on Cartiva® toe implants. Our writers provide accurate, relevant and engaging content for patients and professionals about the surgeries, devices, and procedures that improve the quality of life of those living with toe arthritis.
January 6, 2024
If you received the Cartiva toe implant, you may have heard about complications that led to a class action lawsuit. While some side effects are to be expected with any procedure, these cases have involved the need to have the implant removed or additional surgeries.
December 29, 2023
Metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint arthropathy, commonly known as big toe arthritis, can cause significant pain and limit your daily activities. Traditional treatments like rest, injections, and even joint fusion (arthrodesis) have drawbacks. Enter Cartiva, a synthetic cartilage implant promising to restore joint function without sacrificing movement.
December 29, 2023
The Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant (SCI) is a groundbreaking medical device designed to treat osteoarthritis at the base of the big toe. But many people don’t know how it came to be on the market. Here we review the FDA approval process and current news.