3D Printing in Medicine

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3D Printing Casts, Braces & Orthotics

From knee braces to wrist supports, here's how to custom-fit 3D printed braces for yourself or orthotics for your patients with accessible and affordable digital manufacturing technologies.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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What Is 3D Bioprinting? – Simply Explained

Interest and biomedical demand for 3D bioprinting continue to increase. Learn all about 3D printing in medicine.

by Lucas Carolo
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3D Printing in Orthopedics: Better Knee, Hip & Spine Implants

3D printing is becoming a preferred manufacturing method for load-bearing orthopedic implants. Find out why your next implant is likely to be 3D printed.

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One Print for Every Fit
3D Printed Orthotics: Most Promising Projects

3D printing is revolutionizing the orthotics industry. See how 3D printed orthotics are reducing costs and speeding up customization!

by Lucas Carolo
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Inhalo is a Stylish 3D Printed Asthma Inhaler

Available to download on Pinshape, Inhalo is a 3D printed Asthma inhaler with a discreet design that's stylish and practical.

by Hannah Augur
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3D Printed Organs / Body Parts: Most Promising Projects

3D bioprinting has come a long way over the last decade. Find out the latest developments in 3D printed organs and body parts.

by Lucas Carolo
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Maker-Made Medicine
3D Printed Medical Devices – What Can Be Printed Today?

More and more, 3D printed medical devices are making the lives of doctors and patients easier. Learn about some of the many kinds of devices that already exist!

by Sriram Renganathan
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Researchers Use $10 Microchip to Turn Ultrasound Machine into 3D Scanner

Using an ultrasound machine and an inexpensive microchip, researchers are able to create 3D images and hopefully enhance medical care. 

by Hanna Watkin
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Multiply Labs Personalizes Your Nutritional Needs With 3D Printed Vitamins

The California nutritional startup Multiply Labs has developed a 3D printing process that creates personalized vitamin supplements.

by Tyler Koslow
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Doctors Administer Medical Marijuana Remotely With This 3D Printed Inhaler

Medical cannabis has been tough for doctors to accurately prescribe, but this 3D printed cannabis inhaler created by the Tel Aviv-based startup Syqe Medical could be a promising solution.

by Anatol Locker
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3D Printed Bones: The Most Jaw-Dropping Projects

3D printed bones are no longer a thing of the future; they're very real! Read on to learn about 3D printed bone projects in medicine today.

by Lucas Carolo
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3D Printed Newborn Baby Manikin Improves Resuscitation Training

A researcher at the Eindhoven University of Technology created a lifelike 3D printed baby manikin using MRI scans to improve resuscitation training for medics.

by Hanna Watkin
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TU Wien Researchers 3D Print Artificial Placental Barrier on a Chip

Researchers from TU Wien, a university in Vienna, Austria have used a 3D printing method to create an artificial placental barrier on a chip. Its benefits include enabling researchers to learn more about how the placenta allows the exchange of substances between mother and baby.

by Hanna Watkin
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Speed up Flossing with Blizzident Customized 3D-Flosser

Blizzident is a company improving our oral hygiene by using 3D scanning to create medieval-looking flossers that quickly clean teeth.

by Hanna Watkin
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PoleErgo Uses 3D Printers to Create Patient-Specific Prints for People with Mobility Disabilities

Occupational therapist, Guy Ehretsmann from PoleErgo, uses 3D printing to create customized objects for patients with mobility disabilities.

by Hanna Watkin
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How to 3D Print a Lightweight Wrist Brace

If you've ever broken your hand, you'll know of the pain of wearing an uncomfortable wrist brace. 3D printing to the rescue!

by Hanna Watkin
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3D Printed Braille Picture Books for Blind Children

University of Colorado team shares a 3D Printed Braille picture book to download and 3D print - because everyone needs more "Very Hungry Caterpillar".

by Hannah Augur
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3D Printed Vegemite: Good for Breakfast and Medicine

Professor conducts 3D printing experiments with Vegemite, the yeasty breakfast spread. It tastes delicious... and it conducts electricity?!

by Hannah Augur
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3D Printed Pill Coaters: Practical or Disconcerting?

A Kickstarter for 3D Printed Pill Coaters causes mild discomfort. Headed by a mother-of-three, the project leaves us feeling unsure. Why? Read on.

by Hannah Augur
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3D Printed Hydroponics to Grow Vegetables (or Marijuana)

Living in a big city, with concrete on all sides? Cultivate a bit of green on your windowsill with our guide to 3D printed hydroponics.

by Lav Radis
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