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Superflexible, 3-D printed “bones” trigger new growth

Material could help surgeons replace damaged or broken bones

3-D printed bone scaffolds

BONE UP   New 3-D printed bone scaffolds, such as this one of human vertebrae, may speed up the healing process, researchers say.

A.E. Jakus

By Cassie Martin

- More than 2 years ago

Hyperelastic bone
ˈhī-per ə̇ˈlastik bōn n.

A highly flexible 3-D printed scaffold used to repair broken or damaged bones.