Miach - Bear Implant
Reconstruction
- Replaces the ACL with a graft
Primary Repair
- Reapproximation of tissue with suture
BEAR Implant
- Restores the native ACL
- Bridges the gap between the ends of the torn ACL
- Clinically effective for majority of ACL tear types, proximal to distal
Autologous whole blood is combined with the BEAR Implant to form a clot that bridges the gap between the torn ends of the ACL and protects the clot from the harsh synovial environment.
The BEAR Implant facilitates the body`s own healing response by supporting cell migration and proliferation.
Within eight weeks, the BEAR Implant is resorbed and replaced with native cells, collagen and blood vessels. The new tissue continues to remodel and strengthen over time.
The rehabilitation protocol for the BEAR Implant has been carefully designed to help protect the ACL during the healing process. See the BEAR Implant PT protocol for more information.
The BEAR Implant offers compelling benefits.
Level 1 Clinical Evidence
- Comparable IKDC and AP laxity scores vs. ACLR at 2 years
- Superior in return to sport index, hamstring/quad ratio, hamstring strength, KOOS pain and symptoms*
- Trend toward fewer complications on both ipsilateral and contralateral knees
Preservation of Native ACL Orientation
- Restores native ACL and orientation
- Eliminates donor site morbidity
- Potential for more normal joint mechanics
- Potential for decreased post-traumatic osteoarthritis (demonstrated only in animals)
‘Burn No Bridges’
- Revisions easier than a revised ACLR
- Early data show trend toward better outcomes with a revision after the BEAR Implant
Easy, Reproducible Procedure
- Minimal learning curve
- No need for deceased donor tissue, no special requirements for implant storage/ handling
- Effective across a broad range of tear types (Type 1 through Type 4)