3D printing technology is one of the hottest topics right now. In addition to 3D printing organs, 3D printing technology can also be used to print auto parts and daily necessities, and a large number of companies use it for R&D and mold making. One area that utilizes 3D printing technology is the medical field.
3D medical technology has always been a hot topic of discussion in the development of new technologies.
Today, we at 3DMart printed a 3D printed human spine.
First, let's take a look at a small part of the spine↓↓↓↓↓
Next up is the entire spine! Can you imagine what the entire spine that supports our back looks like after 3D printing?
3D printed spines can be used for surgical planning. In the past, pre-operative preparation was based on X-rays. Now, with 3D printed bone models, doctors can print a realistic 1:1 model of the patient's injured area. Through this model, doctors can clearly observe the patient's surgical site and simulate the actual surgical process, formulate the most suitable surgical plan, increase the accuracy of the surgery, and improve the success rate of the surgery.
This was printed with an Ultimaker 3. The Ultimaker 3 uses brand new dual nozzles, with one nozzle printing PLA material and the other nozzle printing PVA water-soluble support, to create such an exquisite 3D printed human bone model.
Oh, and I forgot to mention that many medical institutions use Ultimaker PLA Pearl White to print human bone models, because the color and appearance of Pearl White are almost identical to natural bone.
(Reminder: 3DMart is moving to a new location! If you would like to see this bone in person, you can make an appointment to meet us at our new office after April 10th.)