ChoiceSpine LLC and eCential Robotics have launched a new app for surgical use on the eCential Op.n robotic and navigation platform.

“We are excited to see our app ecosystem growing, delivering on our vision to provide procedural option choices for surgeons while minimizing the capital investment cost for medical facilities,” eCential Robotics CEO Clement Vidal said.

The app represents a significant leap forward in spine surgery, as it integrates advanced navigation and robotic-assisted technology to support both open and minimally invasive spine procedures, according to the companies. The ChoiceSpine application (app) functions on the Op.n platform, working in tandem with ChoiceSpine’s core spine portfolio. This includes the following ChoiceSpine Navigation-enabled instrumentation:

• Thunderbolt MIS Pedicle Screw System
• Thunderbolt Extended Tab MIS Pedicle Screw System
• Lancer Open Pedicle Screw System

The Op.n platform enhances the precision of implant placement and reduces radiation exposure while improving procedural efficiency.

“Robotics has become a significant competitive advantage in modern healthcare, and we are thrilled to expand our presence in this space through our collaboration with eCential Robotics. By combining the advanced capabilities of the eCential Robotics platform with our comprehensive spinal implant portfolio, we are setting a new standard in spine surgery,” ChoiceSpine Co-President Steve Ainsworth, Ph.D., stated. “This strategic partnership enables us to deliver solutions that enhance patient outcomes and improve procedural efficiency. It exemplifies our commitment to bringing technically superior spinal devices to the market—and doing Spine the Right Way.”

Founded by Stéphane Lavallée and part of the Grenoble Haventure network, eCential Robotics is a French and U.S.-based company specializing in surgical robotics. Powered by an open ecosystem fueled by apps, it has developed an implant-agnostic, modular multi-technology, scalable robotic and navigation platform that aims to increase robotic capabilities, enable decentralized innovation through third-party development, and give surgeons and hospitals maximal control over their clinical, technological, and capital investment strategy. The company has amassed more than 100 patents and seven trademarks, and has forged multiple partnerships with implant manufacturers, tech companies, research labs, and surgeons.

ChoiceSpine LLC is a privately held spinal device company located in Knoxville, Tenn., and is owned by Altus Capital Partners. ChoiceSpine offers various surgeon-focused product lines designed to be safe, efficient, and easy to use. By focusing on a collaborative team approach with physicians and industry partners, ChoiceSpine continues to deliver upon product commitments, maintain cutting-edge research and development, and bring technically superior products to the forefront of the spinal implant industry.