Study Finds Zero Complications Using Tissue Bridges in Orthopedic Surgery

The research, led by Dr. John A. Grotting and Ege Karadag, examined outcomes for patients across various orthopedic procedures, including ACL, knee, shoulder, and elbow surgeries performed between January 2023 and December 2025. Unlike traditional closure methods that focus solely on sealing the skin, these tissue bridges are designed to actively offload tension by up to 100% while the patient begins movement and rehabilitation.

Dr. Grotting noted that the device functions as a non-invasive support system, addressing the mechanical forces that act on an incision after a patient leaves the operating room. Across the 100 cases, no patients required reoperation or reported skin injuries related to the adhesive. While two devices detached during the initial learning phase of the study, neither incident affected the surgical outcomes or the patients' rehabilitation progress. This data expands the clinical evidence for force-modulating technology, reinforcing its utility in maintaining surgical integrity during the critical early healing period.