“Growing Adoption of Ergonomic Designs”
- The adoption of ergonomic skull clamps is increasing due to the discomfort and complications caused by traditional bulky designs during long neurosurgical procedures, such as pressure ulcers or skin irritation
- For instance, neurosurgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital have shifted to using the Mayfield Infinity XR System for cranial tumor resections exceeding 6 hours, citing improved patient comfort and reduced post-op skin trauma
- Advanced ergonomic models such as the DORO LUNA System by Pro Med Instruments are equipped with 3D-adjustable headrests, cushioned skull pins, and tool-free locking systems; at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, surgeons rely on these features during complex spinal fusion surgeries to maintain precise head positioning without needing constant readjustment
- Hospitals and premier surgical centers such as Johns Hopkins Hospital and Cleveland Clinic have adopted ergonomic skull clamps as part of their patient safety protocols, with Cleveland Clinic reporting a 28% reduction in procedure-related head injuries since integrating the Mayfield A2100 System into their neurosurgical departments
- Ergonomically improved skull clamps are helping reduce intraoperative repositioning, contributing to shorter surgery times and less fatigue among surgical staff
- For instance, during robotic-guided pituitary tumor removals at Stanford Health Care, the use of skull clamps with dynamic positioning modules has enabled surgeons to maintain uninterrupted workflows
