The treatment of bone diseases and injuries has come a long way since the days of bone setters and blacksmiths , with patients now able to receive metal implants specifically designed to their individual requirements . Parkes expects that trend to develop further as new technology is enhanced : “ Pioneering research institutes are overcoming the hurdles and improving the technology , so the uptake of additively manufactured and data-driven implants is set to rise , improving outcomes for patients and hospitals .”
About Renishaw
UK-based Renishaw is a world leading engineering technologies company with over 4,000 employees located in the 35 countries . For the year ending June 2017 Renishaw recorded sales of £ 536.8mn ( US $ 748.9mn ) with 95 % coming from exports . The company ’ s largest markets are China , the USA , Japan and Germany . Renishaw has made a significant commitment to research and development , with up to 18 % of sales invested in R & D and engineering annually . The majority of this R & D , as well as manufacturing of the company ’ s products , is carried out in the UK . Renishaw ’ s success has been recognised with numerous international awards , including 18 Queen ’ s Awards recognising achievements in technology , export and innovation . Find out more at www . renishaw . com
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