- In April 2021, The NuVasive Simplify Cervical Artificial Disc (Simplify Disc) was approved for two-level cervical complete disc replacement by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- In March 2021, Gleneagles Global Health City opened an advanced endoscopic spine centre in Chennai to treat spinal illnesses requiring surgery. This facility will address issues with the lower back, facet joint discomfort, sciatic pain, and neck pain that radiates to the hands
