# SpinaFX | Minimally Invasive Back Pain Treatment ## Pages - [Home](https://spinafx.com/): Discover the Triojection® System, an innovative ozone-based solution revolutionizing minimally invasive spine care. Explore our cutting-edge advancements. - [Search](https://spinafx.com/search/): Browse and search all SpinaFX articles on minimally invasive lumbar disc treatment, clinical evidence, and the Triojection® Breakthrough Device. - [Clinical Evidence](https://spinafx.com/clinical-evidence/): Review SpinaFX clinical studies, randomized trials, meta-analyses, and published research on the Triojection® treatment for lumbar disc herniation. - [SpinaFX News](https://spinafx.com/news/): Explore the latest from SpinaFX Medical: FDA-designated Triojection® updates, clinical trial results, and advances in non-surgical lumbar disc treatment. - [Careers](https://spinafx.com/careers/): Join SpinaFX and make a difference in back pain treatment. 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Visit our Privacy Policy page to learn how we handle your personal information. - [Investors & Media](https://spinafx.com/investors-media/): Read SpinaFX investor updates, media releases, funding news, and clinical milestones advancing minimally invasive herniated disc treatment. - [Team](https://spinafx.com/team/): Meet the SpinaFX team—leaders dedicated to revolutionizing minimally-invasive back pain treatment with cutting-edge technology and research. - [Contact](https://spinafx.com/contact/): Contact SpinaFX for support, inquiries, and information about our innovative spine care solutions and advancements in back pain treatment. ## Posts - [SpinaFX Medical Receives CE Mark MDR Certification for its Triojection® System, Expanding Access to Minimally Invasive Lumbar Disc Treatment Across Europe and Key International Markets](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-receives-ce-mark-mdr-certification-for-its-triojection-system-expanding-access-to-minimally-invasive-lumbar-disc-treatment-across-europe-and-key-international-markets/): TORONTO, July 15, 2026 /CNW/ — SpinaFX Medical Inc. (“SpinaFX”), a Toronto‑based medical device company specializing in image‑guided, minimally invasive spine care,... - [SpinaFX Medical announces John Soloninka as Chief Executive Officer](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-john-soloninka-as-chief-executive-officer/): John Soloninka becomes CEO of SpinaFX Medical, bringing 30 years of medtech leadership to drive Triojection®'s trials and global launch. - [SpinaFX Medical receives FDA Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) for Triojection®, its Breakthrough, Minimally-Invasive, Image-Guided Lumbar Disc Treatment.](https://spinafx.com/fda-ide-approval-triojection-lumbar-disc-trial/): SpinaFX Medical earns FDA IDE approval for Triojection®, clearing the way for a US pivotal trial in minimally invasive lumbar disc treatment. - [FDA Designates Triojection® as a Breakthrough Device](https://spinafx.com/fda-designates-triojection-as-a-breakthrough-device/): SpinaFX is proud to announce that its flagship device, Triojection®, has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the FDA. - [1,750 Patients Show Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone 80%/75% Effective at 6mo/18mo](https://spinafx.com/1750-patients-show-intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-80-75-effective-at-6mo-18mo/): SpinaFX analysis of 1,750 patients shows intradiscal oxygen-ozone therapy delivers 80% success at 6 months and 75% at 18 months, with low risk. - [Filling the Therapeutic Gap in Herniated Disc Treatment: Inconsistencies in Diagnosis and Treatment Between Failed Conservative Care and Surgery.](https://spinafx.com/filling-the-therapeutic-gap-in-herniated-disc-treatment/): Discover how SpinaFX uses minimally invasive spine therapy to close the treatment gap for herniated discs and help patients avoid open surgery. - [Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone Superior to ESI Injections at 12 Months](https://spinafx.com/intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-superior-to-esi-injections-at-12-months/): In a 12-month RCT, SpinaFX found oxygen-ozone therapy significantly outperformed ESI injections (74% vs 47% success) with no reported safety issues. - [Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone 82%/88% effective over 5/10 years](https://spinafx.com/intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-82-88-effective-over-5-10-years/): SpinaFX: Intradiscal oxygen‑ozone enabled 75 % of patients to avoid surgery, with 82 % improved at 5 years and 88 % at 10 years. - [Jodi Menezes joins SpinaFX as Head of Clinical Affairs](https://spinafx.com/jodi-menezes-joins-spinafx-as-head-of-clinical-affairs/): SpinaFX announces the appointment of Jodi Menezes, a MedTech veteran with a decade of experience at Johnson & Johnson, to lead its Clinical Affairs. - [8,000 patient Meta Analysis: 62.5-86% effective, 0.6% adverse event rate](https://spinafx.com/8000-patient-meta-analysis-62-5-86-effective-0-6-adverse-event-rate/): In an 8,000‑patient meta‑analysis, SpinaFX cites oxygen‑ozone therapy effectiveness between 62–86%, with only 0.6% experiencing adverse events. - [2,597 patient Systematic Review – Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone Safe and Effective](https://spinafx.com/2600-patient-systematic-review-intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-safe-and-effective/): SpinaFX analysis of nearly 2,600 patients concludes intradiscal oxygen‑ozone therapy is both effective and safe for lumbar disc pain and function. - [SpinaFX at GRIBOI 2025 - Advancing Conversations in Spine Care](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-at-griboi-2025-advancing-conversations-in-spine-care/): Explore how SpinaFX is driving innovation and advancing spine care at GRIBOI 2025. Connect with experts and learn more! - [Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone Non-Inferior to Microdiscectomy at 6 Months](https://spinafx.com/intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-non-inferior-to-microdiscectomy-at-6-months/): In an RCT, intradiscal oxygen-ozone was non-inferior to microdiscectomy at 6 months, with 71% of patients avoiding surgery and no reported adverse events. - [Advancing Spine Care: SpinaFX’s Educational Workshop at GRIBOI 2025](https://spinafx.com/advancing-spine-care-educational-workshop-griboi-2025/): SpinaFX hosted a cadaver lab workshop at GRIBOI 2025 in Banff, training physicians in image-guided lumbar disc treatment under Canada's Special Access Program. - [SpinaFX Completes its Series B Funding Round](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-completes-its-series-b-funding-round/): SpinaFX closes its Series B with CAD $5.3M to advance regulatory approvals and commercialization of Triojection, its minimally invasive disc herniation therapy. - [SpinaFX Medical Applauds Clinical Trial Results](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-applauds-clinical-trial-results/): A SIR Abstract of the Year RCT found intradiscal ozone therapy non-inferior to microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation relief. SpinaFX reviews the findings. - [SpinaFX Medical Achieves ISO 13485:2016/MDSAP and EN ISO 13485:2016 Certification](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-achieves-iso-134852016-mdsap-and-en-iso-134852016-certification/): SpinaFX Medical has achieved ISO 13485:2016/MDSAP and EN ISO 13485:2016 certification, clearing a key prerequisite for Health Canada, EU MDR, and FDA approval. - [SpinaFX Medical to Exhibit at Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-to-exhibit-at-society-of-interventional-radiology-annual-scientific-meeting/): SpinaFX exhibits at SIR 2022 in Boston, where advisor Dr. Alexis Kelekis will present his Abstract of the Year on intradiscal ozone vs. microdiscectomy. - [SpinaFX Hits Key Milestones Since Closing its $6.88M Series A Round](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-hits-key-milestones-since-closing-its-6-88m-series-a-round/): Following its $6.88M Series A, SpinaFX expanded its patent estate to 65 patents, partnered with StarFish Medical, and named Dr. Kieran Murphy as CMO. - [SpinaFX Medical Announces Dr. Kieran Murphy as Chief Medical Officer](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-dr-kieran-murphy-as-chief-medical-officer/): SpinaFX appoints Dr. Kieran Murphy as CMO, a Johns Hopkins-trained interventional neuroradiologist with 72 patents and 178 peer-reviewed publications. - [SpinaFX and StarFish Medical Enter into a Strategic Commercialization Contract Manufacturing Agreement](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-and-starfish-medical-enter-into-a-strategic-commercialization-contract-manufacturing-agreement/): SpinaFX has signed a contract manufacturing agreement with StarFish Medical, Canada's largest medical device design and manufacturing services organization. - [Mass Device - SpinaFX Medical names chief operating officer](https://spinafx.com/mass-device-spinafx-medical-names-chief-operating-officer/): SpinaFX Medical has named a new Chief Operating Officer to support the growth of its minimally invasive, image-guided back pain treatment platform. - [SpinaFX Medical announces John Soloninka as Chief Operating Officer ](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-john-soloninka-as-chief-operating-officer/): SpinaFX appoints John Soloninka as COO, a healthtech entrepreneur and former IBM and PwC strategist who has overseen $86M in early-stage investments. - [Fierce Biotech - SpinaFX taps Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet alum as CEO of image-guided pain treatment startup](https://spinafx.com/fierce-biotech-spinafx-taps-medtronic-zimmer-biomet-alum-as-ceo-of-image-guided-pain-treatment-startup/): SpinaFX has appointed a seasoned medical device executive with leadership experienceto lead the company's image-guided back pain treatment platform. - [SpinaFX Medical Announces Jeff Cambra as CEO](https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-jeff-cambra-as-ceo/): SpinaFX Medical appoints Jeff Cambra as CEO, a veteran with 12 years at Medtronic and experience leading Zimmer Biomet's global reconstruction business. ## Spine Insights - [Top Exercises for a Stronger Spine](https://spinafx-staging.vitalclients.com/insight/top-exercises-for-a-stronger-spine/): One-sheet first-order optimal strategies can you champion this. 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Explore our cutting-edge advancements. - Published: 2026-04-10 - Modified: 2026-04-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/ Minimally Invasive Oxygen Ozone Therapy for Herniated Disc | SpinaFX Skip to content FDA Designates Triojection® as a Breakthrough Device Read More Clinical Evidence Team Investors News Contact Clinical Evidence Team Investors News Contact Transforming the future of back pain treatment SpinaFX is a medical treatment solution company providing rapid and sustained relief to patients with back pain due to contained lumbar herniated discs, using innovative, minimally invasive image-guided therapy. Back Pain is the #1 cause of disability in the world 1 and the most expensive health condition treated 2 . Filling a Therapeutic Gap for Contained Herniated Disc-Related Back and Leg Pain Lumbar disc herniation affects between 5 and 20 adults per 1,000 annually.3 For many of these patients, there is a gap in treatment options for contained lumbar disc herniation that would fall between conservative care and surgery. Some find conservative treatment options address their symptoms but fail to treat the root cause of pain. For others, surgery could be an undesired option. NIH Low Back Pain Fact Sheet https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet Dieleman JL, Cao J, Chapin A, et al. US Health Care Spending by Payer and Health Condition, 1996-2016. JAMA. 2020;323(9):863–884. doi:10.1001/jama.2020.0734 Al Qaraghli MI, De Jesus O. Lumbar Disc Herniation. [Updated 2021 Aug 30]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK560878/ Pioneering minimally invasive, image-guided treatments At SpinaFX Medical, we are committed to filling the therapeutic gap in treating radiculopathy by bringing innovative, minimally invasive, image-guided treatments to market. Using our patented... > Browse and search all SpinaFX articles on minimally invasive lumbar disc treatment, clinical evidence, and the Triojection® Breakthrough Device. - Published: 2026-04-10 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://spinafx.com/search/ Search SpinaFX | Minimally Invasive Back Pain Articles Skip to content FDA Designates Triojection® from SpinaFX as a Breakthrough Device Read More Clinical Evidence Team Investors News Contact Clinical Evidence Team Investors News Contact Search Search Search Results Triojection® from Minimally Invasive Image Guided Therapy Call Us 1-866-323-9004 Email Us info@spinaFX.com Location 1920 Yonge St #300 Toronto, ON M4S 3E2, Canada © 2026 SpinaFX Medical | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy > Review SpinaFX clinical studies, randomized trials, meta-analyses, and published research on the Triojection® treatment for lumbar disc herniation. - Published: 2026-03-20 - Modified: 2026-05-09 - URL: https://spinafx.com/clinical-evidence/ Clinical Evidence for Triojection® Oxygen-Ozone Therapy | SpinaFX Skip to content FDA Designates Triojection® from SpinaFX as a Breakthrough Device Read More Clinical Evidence Team Investors News Contact Clinical Evidence Team Investors News Contact Clinical Evidence Clinical Trial Results The Spine Journal 22 (2022) 895–909 Clinical Study “Intradiscal oxygen-ozone chemonucleolysis versus microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation radiculopathy: a non–inferiority randomized control trial” Authorship: Alexis Kelekis, MDᵃ, Giuseppe Bonaldi, MDᵇ, Alessandro Cianfoni, MDᶜ,ᵈ, Dimitrios Filippiadis, MDᵃ, Pietro Scarone, MDᶜ,ᵈ, Claudio Bernucci, MDᵇ, David M. Hooper, PhDᵉ, Hadas Benhabib, MDᶠ, Kieran Murphy, MDᶠ,*, Josip Buric, MDᵍ Institutional Affiliations: ᵃ University General Hospital Attikon, Athens, Haidari 12462, Greece ᵇ Azienda Ospedaliera Papa Giovanni XXIII, Bergamo, Lombardia 24127, Italy ᶜ Department of Neuroradiology, Neurocenter of Southern Switzerland, Lugano 6900, Switzerland ᵈ Department of Interventional and Diagnostic Neuroradiology, Inselspital University Hospital of Bern, Bern 3008, Switzerland ᵉ Spinafx Medical, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada ᶠ Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada ᵍ Casa di Cura San Camillo, Forte dei Marmi, Lucca 55042, Italy Received 13 August 2021; revised 26 November 2021; accepted 29 November 2021 Collected Literature Explore our curated collection of peer-reviewed studies, clinical data, and medical literature supporting the efficacy of oxygen-ozone therapy in spinal care. Jun 20, 2025 1,750 Patients Show Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone 80%/75% Effective at 6mo/18mo 80% success rate and 20% failure rate in 1750 patients followed up to 6 months. Success dropped to 75% and... Jun 13, 2025 Intradiscal Oxygen-Ozone Superior to ESI Injections at 12 Months Prospective, double blind,... > Join SpinaFX and make a difference in back pain treatment. Explore career opportunities in advancing our revolutionary ozone-based spine care solutions. - Published: 2023-03-06 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://spinafx.com/careers/ SpinaFX Careers Careers Join us in transforming the future of back pain treatment. SpinaFX is growing rapidly and transitioning from expert consulting support to full-time employees in key functional roles to share in an exciting commercialization journey. To support our growth, we are immediately seeking skilled, motivated professionals with medtech and medical experience to fill the following roles. Positions Senior Product Engineer We are seeking a talented Senior Product Engineer with extensive electrical engineering experience in the medical device industry to join our team. As a key member of our engineering department, you will play a critical role in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of our cutting-edge medical devices. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with an interdisciplinary team in the design, development, and implementation of new medical devices from concept to commercialization. Utilize your expertise in electrical engineering to ensure the successful integration of various components in medical device systems. Manage and maintain Device History File (DHF) and Device Master Record (DMR) in compliance with regulatory requirements. Plan, create and execute design verification and validation test protocols in adherence to quality standards and regulatory guidelines. Collaborate with contract manufacturers to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure product quality and scalability. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Investigate product failures, non-conformances, and complaints, as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in electrical, systems engineering or equivalent engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in the medical device or a regulated industry, with a proven track record... > See the science behind SpinaFX innovative back pain treatments. Review clinical studies and evidence supporting our groundbreaking solutions. - Published: 2022-06-05 - Modified: 2025-03-26 - URL: https://spinafx-staging.vitalclients.com/evidence/ Evidence Clinical Trial Results wins "Abstract of the Year" and Plenary Presentation Conference, Boston, June 2022Visit us at Booth 414 > SpinaFX is committed to privacy and data security. Visit our Privacy Policy page to learn how we handle your personal information. - Published: 2022-06-01 - Modified: 2025-01-17 - URL: https://spinafx-staging.vitalclients.com/privacy-policy/ Privacy Policy Last updated: May 27, 2022 This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Interpretation and Definitions  Interpretation  The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural. Definitions  For the purposes of this Privacy Policy: Account means a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service. Company (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our" in this Agreement) refers to SpinaFX Medical Inc. , 120 Spinnaker Way, Unit 2 Concord, ON L4K 2P6. For the purpose of the GDPR, the Company is the Data Controller. Cookies are small files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device or any other device by a website, containing the details of Your browsing history on that website among its many uses. Country refers to: Ontario, Canada Data Controller, for the purposes of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), refers to the Company as the legal person which alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of the processing of Personal... > Read SpinaFX investor updates, media releases, funding news, and clinical milestones advancing minimally invasive herniated disc treatment. - Published: 2021-09-29 - Modified: 2026-05-09 - URL: https://spinafx.com/investors-media/ Investors & Media Investors SpinaFX Medical Inc. is a Canadian private corporation with offices in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. For corporate and financial information for potential investors, please contact Kieran Murphy, at kieranm@spinafx. com, or call 1-866-323-9004. Canada 1920 Yonge Street, Suite 300, Toronto, Ontario, M4S 3E2 United States 9000 Crow Canyon Rd, Suite S #541 Danville, CA USA 94506 1-866-323-9004 Media SpinaFX Completes its Series B Funding Round SpinaFX Completes its Series B Funding Round Advancing Innovative Spinal Treatment for Contained Herniated Discs – SpinaFX Medical Inc. , an innovator in minimally invasive image-guided spinal care solutions, proudly announces the successful completion of its Series B funding round, raising its last tranche of CAD $5. 3 million. “This investment, led by a strategic investor, highlights the growing trust in SpinaFX’s groundbreaking technology to address the global burden of back pain. It supports our continued efforts to secure regulatory approvals, driving commercialization, and expanding innovations with our next-generation solution as we seek to advance spinal care. Our mission is to provide an effective solution for the millions of patients suffering from debilitating back pain worldwide. ” Jeff Cambra CEO, SpinaFXOne Step Closer to Reducing the Back Pain Cost BurdenBack pain, the leading cause of workdays lost globally, affects up to 80% of adults, with 1–3% suffering from symptomatic herniated discs. in the U. S. alone it’s costing $134. 5 billion annually, surpassing diabetes and heart disease. There is a growing demand for minimally invasive treatment modalities and moving procedures out of... > Meet the SpinaFX team—leaders dedicated to revolutionizing minimally-invasive back pain treatment with cutting-edge technology and research. - Published: 2020-09-03 - Modified: 2026-07-16 - URL: https://spinafx.com/team/ The SpinaFX Team Executive Team Dr. Kieran Murphy Chairman, Interim CEO, Founder Professor of Interventional Neuroradiology focused on spine at Toronto Western Hospital. Founded 6 medical device companies, authored 165+ peer-reviewed publications, holds 70 patents, and published several textbooks. Board member and strategic advisor to leading MedTech companies globally. Author of recent definitive paper on Ozone therapy for herniated discs. Alex Dolgonos Chief R&D Officer, Founder Over 30 years of experience in technology and business, with an outstanding track record in commercializing products, strategy development and scaling operations. Founder of DOL Technologies, UROCAM, UBS Inc, Unique Medical Solutions, and investor in others. Alex brings a unique and strategic value mindset to any company. John SoloninkaPEng, MBA Chief Strategy Officer Serial Healthtech entrepreneur in Oncology, Radiology, Imaging, eHealth; former Venture Debt CEO overseeing $86M into 36 companies; Former senior health strategist in IBM and Price Waterhouse, and former Research and Commercialization leadership Board Member for the Ontario Brain Institute and Rotman Research Institute. Medical Advisors Prof. Mario Muto, MD Prof. Mario Muto MD, Past President of the European Soc. of Neuroradiology, co inventor developer of Ozone therapy for disc herniations. He has personally treated over 5000 patients at the University of Naples Italy. Author of more than 20 papers on the mechanism of action and inclusion criteria of Ozone therapy in the spine. Prof. Alexis Kelekis, PhD Division of Radiology/ Radiotherapy, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Alexis does research in Radiology, Orthopedic Surgery and Neuroradiology, is the President of GRIBOI... > Contact SpinaFX for support, inquiries, and information about our innovative spine care solutions and advancements in back pain treatment. - Published: 2020-09-02 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://spinafx.com/contact/ Contact Us Canada1920 Yonge Street, Suite 300 Toronto, Ontario, M4S 3E2 1-866-323-9004 info@spinafx. com is a treatment solution and technology company developing innovative, minimally invasive, image-guided treatments for patients with back pain due to contained herniated discs. is a medical device company bringing innovative, minimally-invasive image-guided treatments to patients with back pain due to herniated discs. Our patented technology provides surgeons an earlier alternative to conventional surgery, using a tiny needle to inject a controlled Oxygen formulation into the affected disc, safely reducing the herniation and inflammation causing pain. ## Posts - Published: 2026-07-16 - Modified: 2026-07-15 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-receives-ce-mark-mdr-certification-for-its-triojection-system-expanding-access-to-minimally-invasive-lumbar-disc-treatment-across-europe-and-key-international-markets/ - Categories: News TORONTO, July 15, 2026 /CNW/ -- SpinaFX Medical Inc. ("SpinaFX"), a Toronto‑based medical device company specializing in image‑guided, minimally invasive spine care, today announced it has received Medical Device Regulation (MDR) CE Mark certification for its Triojection® System (MDR 843778). This certification enables commercial introduction of Triojection across the European Union and other international jurisdictions accepting CE Mark MDR. Triojection is SpinaFX's flagship, image‑guided minimally invasive device designed to deliver a controlled ozone‑oxygen gas mixture for several medically valid procedures, including intervertebral disc injections for patients suffering from persistent pain due to contained lumbar disc herniation who have failed conservative therapies. By combining real‑time image guidance with patented in-syringe spectroscopic measurement of ozone concentration, Triojection offers physicians a reproducible intradiscal procedure that can be performed in ambulatory and hospital settings, with evidence demonstrating potential to reduce the need for more invasive surgical interventions.   The CE Mark MDR certification of the Triojection System adds to SpinaFX's regulatory foundation, which includes ISO 13485:2016 / MDSAP and EN ISO 13485:2016 quality management certifications and the U. S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) award of a Breakthrough Device Designation for Triojection in 2025. Triojection has also received an FDA Investigational Device Exemption (IDE), which permits SpinaFX to proceed with a clinical trial evaluating image‑guided intradiscal ozone‑oxygen injection for contained herniated lumbar discs. These milestones underscore the company's commitment to generating high‑quality clinical evidence and advancing new treatment options for spine patients globally.   "Our CE Mark MDR certification for Triojection is another positive step towards expanding... > John Soloninka becomes CEO of SpinaFX Medical, bringing 30 years of medtech leadership to drive Triojection®'s trials and global launch. - Published: 2026-07-07 - Modified: 2026-07-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-john-soloninka-as-chief-executive-officer/ - Categories: News SpinaFX Medical Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of John Soloninka as Chief Executive Officer. John joined SpinaFX in 2021, as the first executive hire, taking progressive roles as COO, CTO and CSO.  His leadership and expertise were critical in establishing the company with ISO 13485/MDSAP certification and achieving major regulatory milestones including FDA Breakthrough Device Designation and FDA IDE Approval, Health Canada SAP, and most recently CE Mark MDR. Over a thirty-year career in health technology, John has co-founded and financed multiple companies and funds, raising over $50M in capital for seven start-ups; as fund CEO, led financing for thirty-six early-stage medtech ventures; and as Board member of organizations in oncology, neuroscience and clinical trials, secured $425M in public-private research funding. Together with the Board, John's immediate priorities will be leading financing, SpinaFX's pivotal clinical trial in the US, and commercialization of the newly approved Triojection® device in the EU. > SpinaFX Medical earns FDA IDE approval for Triojection®, clearing the way for a US pivotal trial in minimally invasive lumbar disc treatment. - Published: 2026-06-10 - Modified: 2026-07-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/fda-ide-approval-triojection-lumbar-disc-trial/ - Categories: News The prospective, randomized, multicenter trial will compare intradiscal ozone/oxygen injection plus nerve root block to nerve root block alone in 300 patients in up to 30 US sites TORONTO, June 9, 2026 /CNW/ - SpinaFX Medical, a clinical-stage medical device company specializing in minimally invasive, image-guided therapies for intravertebral disc disorders, today announced that the U. S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Triojection® an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE), permitting the initiation of a pivotal U. S. clinical trial to evaluate intradiscal ozone/oxygen injection plus nerve root block compared with nerve root block alone in patients with contained herniated lumbar discs that have failed conservative therapy. The planned study is a prospective, randomized, multicenter trial expected to enroll 300 patients in two treatment arms at up to 30 specialty spine treatment sites . The trial is designed to evaluate whether adding intradiscal ozone/oxygen injection treatment to conventional nerve root block can improve pain and functional outcomes versus nerve root block treatment alone This IDE approval marks an important regulatory and clinical development for SpinaFX and supports further evaluation of a minimally invasive treatment approach intended to address the therapeutic gap between failed conservative care and surgery for patients with symptomatic contained disc herniation. The study will also evaluate the economics of adding Triojection to conventional treatments. "This IDE is another major milestone for SpinaFX, years in the making. My European colleagues and I have been extensively involved in the clinical development and refinement of intradiscal ozone in Europe and Canada. While this approach... > SpinaFX is proud to announce that its flagship device, Triojection®, has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the FDA. - Published: 2025-08-15 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://spinafx.com/fda-designates-triojection-as-a-breakthrough-device/ - Categories: News TORONTO, Aug. 15, 2025 /CNW/ - SpinaFX Medical Inc. , ("SpinaFX") a leading innovator in image-guided interventional spine care, is proud to announce that its flagship device, Triojection®, has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This milestone acknowledges Triojection's potential to offer a highly effective, more accessible, and safer treatment for patients suffering from contained lumbar disc herniations, a condition recognized as one of the most common causes of disability worldwide. The Breakthrough Devices Program is designed to expedite the development and review of medical devices that demonstrate clear advantages over existing technologies for serious or life-threatening conditions. This designation grants SpinaFX prioritized access to the FDA, fostering a collaborative approach to regulatory processes and accelerating the path toward commercialization and clinical availability. A Technological Leap in Spine CareTriojection is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that leverages a proprietary oxygen-ozone delivery system to reduce pressure within the disc and alleviate nerve compression. Unlike more invasive surgical approaches or prolonged conservative treatments that may fail to provide relief, Triojection offers a targeted, outpatient solution that can be performed in a variety of healthcare settings from hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers to clinics in emerging markets. The device meets the FDA's stringent Breakthrough criteria:Providing a unique, novel and more effective treatment for patients with contained disc herniations. Representing a true technological innovation in the spinal care landscape. Demonstrating significant advantages in terms of safety, recovery time, cost, and accessibility. Showing strong potential to improve... > SpinaFX analysis of 1,750 patients shows intradiscal oxygen-ozone therapy delivers 80% success at 6 months and 75% at 18 months, with low risk. - Published: 2025-06-20 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://spinafx.com/1750-patients-show-intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-80-75-effective-at-6mo-18mo/ - Categories: Clinical Insights - Tags: Clinical Insight, Collected Literature 80% success rate and 20% failure rate in 1750 patients followed up to 6 months. Success dropped to 75% and failure increased at 25% in 1400 followed up to 18 months. Citation: Muto M, Andreula C, Leonardi M. Treatment of herniated lumbar disc by intradiscal and intraforaminal oxygen-ozone (O2-O3) injection. J Neuroradiol. 2004 Jun;31(3):183-9. doi: 10. 1016/s0150-9861(04)96989-1. PMID: 15356443. 325503. Patients: 1750 @ 6 mo. 1400 @ 18 mo. Design: Retrospective review. Effectiveness: 80% success rate and 20% failure rate in 1750 patients followed up to 6 months. Success dropped to 75% and failure increased at 25% in 1400 followed up to 18 months. Safety: No reported adverse events. Author Comment: Failures mostly related to calcified herniated disk; spinal canal stenosis; recurrent herniated disk with epidural fibrosis; small descending herniated disk at the level of the lateral recess. > Discover how SpinaFX uses minimally invasive spine therapy to close the treatment gap for herniated discs and help patients avoid open surgery. - Published: 2025-06-16 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://spinafx.com/filling-the-therapeutic-gap-in-herniated-disc-treatment/ - Categories: Scientific Exchange Back pain is the #1 source of workdays lost to disability globally, with approximately 80% of adults experiencing a herniated disc in their lifetime and an estimated prevalence of symptomatic herniated discs of 1-3% of patients. The pain, loss of productivity, and related mental health deterioration resulting from chronic pain including chronic back pain, which is a major contributor to disability and healthcare costs worldwide is an enormous cost to individual sufferers and society. The cost of back and neck pain treatment in the US alone is $134. 5B, larger than diabetes at $111B and ischemic heart disease at $89B. Every one of you reading this has likely experienced a debilitating herniated disc or knows someone who has. But there are major systemic problems causing millions to suffer with debilitating back pain. Inconsistent diagnosis, assessment and treatment of complex pain, Lack of tools to help patients understand and manage their pain and medications, Surgery is very effective, but with serious adverse events. Depending on the region, it is either too frequently used or delayed... neither of which is good There has been a lack of innovation and access to minimally invasive technologies for herniated discs. Back pain and herniated discs are extremely prevalent, with risk factors including age, genetics, and lifestyle. The most common causes of back pain and herniated discs are back strains, sprains, and disc degeneration, which often result from improper lifting, repetitive movements, or age-related wear and tear. “After conservative therapy (rest, physio, meditation, counselling, pain medication),... > In a 12-month RCT, SpinaFX found oxygen-ozone therapy significantly outperformed ESI injections (74% vs 47% success) with no reported safety issues. - Published: 2025-06-13 - Modified: 2026-04-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-superior-to-esi-injections-at-12-months/ - Categories: Clinical Insights - Tags: Clinical Insight, Collected Literature Prospective, double blind, RCT; Ozone + ESI vs ESI alone. Citation: Gallucci M, Limbucci N, Zugaro L, Barile A, Stavroulis E, Ricci A, Galzio R, Masciocchi C. Sciatica: treatment with intradiscal and intraforaminal injections of steroid and oxygen-ozone versus steroid only. Radiology. 2007 Mar;242(3):907-13. doi: 10. 1148/radiol. 2423051934. Epub 2007 Jan 5. PMID: 17209164. Patients: 159 Design: Prospective, double blind, RCT; Ozone + ESI vs ESI alone. Effectiveness: At 6 months, 74% of patients treated with ozone were rated as a success, with improved ODI, compared to 47% in patients treated with steroid/anesthetic alone (P < . 01). Safety: No adverse events reported. Author Comment: None. > SpinaFX: Intradiscal oxygen‑ozone enabled 75 % of patients to avoid surgery, with 82 % improved at 5 years and 88 % at 10 years. - Published: 2025-06-06 - Modified: 2026-04-12 - URL: https://spinafx.com/intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-82-88-effective-over-5-10-years/ - Categories: Clinical Insights - Tags: Clinical Insight, Collected Literature 75% of patients were able to avoid surgery, and of the patients that avoided surgery, 82% improved at 5 years, and 88% improved at 10 years. 79% of patients had a reduction in herniation volume and the average reduction was 56%. Citation: Buric J, Rigobello L, Hooper D. Five and ten year follow-up on intradiscal ozone injection for disc herniation. Int J Spine Surg. 2014 Dec 1;8:17. doi: 10. 14444/1017. PMID: 25694935; PMCID: PMC4325503. Patients: 107 @ 5 years, 60 @ 10 years. Design: Retrospective review. Effectiveness: 75% of patients were able to avoid surgery, and of the patients that avoided surgery, 82% improved at 5 years, and 88% improved at 10 years. 79% of patients had a reduction in herniation volume and the average reduction was 56%. Safety: Not reported. Author Comment: conclude that ozone is safe and effective in approximately 75% of patients with disc herniation and the benefit is maintained through ten years. > SpinaFX announces the appointment of Jodi Menezes, a MedTech veteran with a decade of experience at Johnson & Johnson, to lead its Clinical Affairs. - Published: 2025-06-05 - Modified: 2026-04-12 - URL: https://spinafx.com/jodi-menezes-joins-spinafx-as-head-of-clinical-affairs/ - Categories: News, Featured We have recently welcomed Jodi Menezes to SpinaFX as Head of Clinical Affairs. Jodi joins us from Johnson & Johnson, with a decade of experience in the MedTech industry, where she has built a strong foundation in driving business growth, operational efficiencies, and strategic market expansion.  In her role as Head of Clinical Affairs at SpinaFX, she will drive education programs that promote awareness on solutions for back pain through minimally invasive, image-guided treatments.  Her most recent role managing the neurovascular portfolio, celebrated a 175% increase in market footprint across Canada’s largest province under her leadership. Her experience in other critical functions of J&J’s organization, overseeing the end-to-end supply chain operations for the orthopedic portfolio, and engineering for consumer product lines, gifts her with a unique approach as she creates integrated solutions with high impact, both upstream and downstream.  Jodi's leadership is rooted in passion and integrity, with patient and physician care her top priority. Welcome onboard, Jodi! > In an 8,000‑patient meta‑analysis, SpinaFX cites oxygen‑ozone therapy effectiveness between 62–86%, with only 0.6% experiencing adverse events. - Published: 2025-05-25 - Modified: 2026-04-12 - URL: https://spinafx.com/8000-patient-meta-analysis-62-5-86-effective-0-6-adverse-event-rate/ - Categories: Clinical Insights - Tags: Clinical Insight, Collected Literature 62.5-85% in terms of leg pain relief. The likelihood of showing improvement on the modified MacNab scale was 79.7%. Citation: Steppan J, Meaders T, Muto M, Murphy KJ. A metaanalysis of the effectiveness and safety of ozone treatments for herniated lumbar discs. J Vasc Interv Radiol. 2010 Apr;21(4):534-48. doi: 10. 1016/j. jvir. 2009. 12. 393. Epub 2010 Feb 25. PMID: 20188591. Design: Meta-analysis Patients: 8000 Effectiveness: 62. 5-85% in terms of leg pain relief. The likelihood of showing improvement on the modified MacNab scale was 79. 7%. Safety: 0. 6% adverse event rate Author Comment: Oxygen/ozone treatment of herniated discs is an effective and extremely safe procedure. > SpinaFX analysis of nearly 2,600 patients concludes intradiscal oxygen‑ozone therapy is both effective and safe for lumbar disc pain and function. - Published: 2025-05-18 - Modified: 2026-04-12 - URL: https://spinafx.com/2600-patient-systematic-review-intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-safe-and-effective/ - Categories: Clinical Insights - Tags: Clinical Insight, Collected Literature 9 superior, 3 equivalent to control, 3 not assessed. Citation: Sconza C, Leonardi G, Kon E, Respizzi S, Massazza G, Marcacci M, Di Matteo B. Oxygen-ozone therapy for the treatment of low back pain: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci. 2021 Oct;25(19):6034-6046. doi: 10. 26355/eurrev_202110_26881. PMID: 34661263. Design: Systematic review of ozone-oxygen therapy (OOT) RCTs for low back pain. Patients: 2597 Effectiveness: 9 superior, 3 equivalent to control, 3 not assessed. Safety: No reported adverse events. Author Comment: OOT has proven to be a safe treatment with beneficial effects in pain control and functional recovery at short to medium term follow-up > Explore how SpinaFX is driving innovation and advancing spine care at GRIBOI 2025. Connect with experts and learn more! - Published: 2025-05-15 - Modified: 2026-04-12 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-at-griboi-2025-advancing-conversations-in-spine-care/ - Categories: News, Featured April 10-12, 2025 SpinaFX was honored to participate in the 33rd Interdisciplinary Research Conference on Injectable Osteoarticular Biomaterials and Bone Augmentation (GRIBOI), held at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada. At Booth #3, our team engaged with interventional spine and pain specialists, researchers, and industry leaders from around the globe. CEO Jeff Cambra, Head of Clinical Affairs Jodi Menezes, and Chairman and CMO Dr. Kieran Murphy were present to share insights and foster discussions on the future of spine care. This event also marked Jodi Menezes’ first on-site field presence with the company - a meaningful step in our continued growth and collaboration across the clinical landscape. We are proud to have contributed to global conversations on the next generation of minimally invasive, image-guided treatments aimed at addressing the therapeutic gap in back pain management. Our esteemed medical advisors - including Dr. Douglas Beall, Dr. Olivier Clerk, Professor Alexis Kelekis, Dr. Dan Nguyen, Dr. Mohan Radhakrishna, Dr. Ana Mafalda Reis, Dr. Laszlo Kiss, Dr. Stefano Marcia, Dr. Jacob Fleming, Dr. Edward Yoon, Dr. Reade De Leacy, and Dr. Malin Nilsson - played a pivotal role in these discussions. The collaborative spirit and exchange of ideas at GRIBOI 2025 have been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of spine care innovation. We extend our gratitude to all who visited our booth and participated in these meaningful conversations. About SpinaFX  SpinaFX is a Canadian company focused on the development of image-guided, minimally invasive treatments for contained lumbar disc herniations. Through... > In an RCT, intradiscal oxygen-ozone was non-inferior to microdiscectomy at 6 months, with 71% of patients avoiding surgery and no reported adverse events. - Published: 2025-05-11 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/intradiscal-oxygen-ozone-non-inferior-to-microdiscectomy-at-6-months/ - Categories: Clinical Insights - Tags: Clinical Insight, Collected Literature 71% of patients avoided surgery. Non-inferior to microdiscectomy surgery. Citation: Kelekis A, Bonaldi G, Cianfoni A, Filippiadis D, Scarone P, Bernucci C, Hooper DM, Benhabib H, Murphy K, Buric J. Intradiscal oxygen-ozone chemonucleolysis versus microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation radiculopathy: a non-inferiority randomized control trial. Spine J. 2022 Jun;22(6):895-909. doi: 10. 1016/j. spinee. 2021. 11. 017. Epub 2021 Dec 9. PMID: 34896609. Patients: 49 Design: RCT, single blinded, assessor-blinded, non-inferiority trial. Effectiveness: 71% of patients avoided surgery. Non-inferior to microdiscectomy surgery. Safety: No reported adverse events. Author Comment: Intradiscal oxygen-ozone ... met the non-inferiority criteria to microdiscectomy on 6-month mean leg pain improvement. Both groups achieved rapid significant clinical improvements that persisted. 71% undergoing intradiscal oxygen-ozone were able to avoid surgery. > SpinaFX hosted a cadaver lab workshop at GRIBOI 2025 in Banff, training physicians in image-guided lumbar disc treatment under Canada's Special Access Program. - Published: 2025-04-13 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/advancing-spine-care-educational-workshop-griboi-2025/ - Categories: News, Featured Banff, Alberta, Canada  SpinaFX, a Canadian company focused on developing minimally invasive, image-guided treatments for back pain caused by contained herniated discs, proudly participated in the 33rd Interdisciplinary Research Conference on Injectable Osteoarticular Biomaterials and Bone Augmentation (GRIBOI 2025). Held from April 10 to 12 at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, GRIBOI brought together global leaders in orthopedics, biomaterials, interventional radiology, and spine care to share research and foster innovation.   Workshop Highlights  As part of this prestigious event, SpinaFX conducted an educational cadaver lab workshop in Calgary. The session focused on training physicians in the context of Canada’s Special Access Program (SAP), offering an opportunity to explore the technical approach and clinical rationale behind minimally invasive, image-guided procedures for contained lumbar disc herniations.   Participants engaged in hands-on practice with cadaver specimens, gaining valuable insights into the anatomical considerations and procedural techniques involved. The session supported peer-to-peer learning, open discussion, and a deeper understanding of how these procedures might be applied under SAP in Canada.   Key Participants  The workshop was led by Dr. Douglas Beall, Dr. Alexis Kelekis, and Dr. Olivier Clerk — SpinaFX’s distinguished medical advisors and clinical collaborators. Dr. Beall and Dr. Kelekis brought extensive clinical experience and insights to the session, fostering dialogue around the role of advanced imaging and intervention in spinal care.   Dr. Olivier Clerk facilitated the session at his Calgary facility. A recognized authority in interventional pain management, Dr. Clerk also shared his real-world experiences using the therapy... > SpinaFX closes its Series B with CAD $5.3M to advance regulatory approvals and commercialization of Triojection, its minimally invasive disc herniation therapy. - Published: 2024-12-18 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-completes-its-series-b-funding-round/ - Categories: News Advancing Innovative Spinal Treatment for Contained Herniated Discs – SpinaFX Medical Inc. , an innovator in minimally invasive image-guided spinal care solutions, proudly announces the successful completion of its Series B funding round, raising its last tranche of CAD $5. 3 million. “This investment, led by a strategic investor, highlights the growing trust in SpinaFX’s groundbreaking technology to address the global burden of back pain. It supports our continued efforts to secure regulatory approvals, driving commercialization, and expanding innovations with our next-generation solution as we seek to advance spinal care. Our mission is to provide an effective solution for the millions of patients suffering from debilitating back pain worldwide. ” Jeff Cambra – CEO, SpinaFX One Step Closer to Reducing the Back Pain Cost Burden Back pain, the leading cause of workdays lost globally, affects up to 80% of adults, with 1–3% suffering from symptomatic herniated discs.  in the U. S. alone it’s costing $134. 5 billion annually, surpassing diabetes and heart disease. There is a growing demand for minimally invasive treatment modalities and moving procedures out of the hospital setting to Ambulatory Surgery Centers and Outpatient Clinics, resulting in reduced costs, increased access to treatment, and shortening time of patient recovery. SpinaFX, a Toronto-based medical device solutions company is committed to minimally invasive image-guided treatments that can be done in simple procedure rooms safely and cost-effectively, aiming to improve access to care. “SpinaFX’s minimally invasive solution aims to address treatment gaps for patients with contained herniated discs, with the potential to offer new options as ongoing... > A SIR Abstract of the Year RCT found intradiscal ozone therapy non-inferior to microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation relief. SpinaFX reviews the findings. - Published: 2023-01-17 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-applauds-clinical-trial-results/ - Categories: News SIR Abstract of the Year study highlights promising treatment option for lumbar disc herniation with radiculopathy TORONTO, ONTARIO, January 17, 2023—Minimally invasive image-guided therapy company, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), applauds the results of a randomized control trial conducted in Europe that demonstrated non-inferiority of intradiscal oxygen-ozone therapy to microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation symptom relief. The study, published in Volume 22, Issue 6 of The Spine Journal, was recognized as a 2022 Abstract of the Year at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Meeting in June 2022. “The study’s findings hold great promise for closing the therapeutic gap in the continuum of care for those suffering with pain due to contained lumbar disc herniation,” said SpinaFX Medical CEO Jeff Cambra. “Back pain is a pervasive issue and expanding use of this treatment option provides hope for millions of sufferers. ” Key findings of the study include: Both intradiscal oxygen-ozone and microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation produced rapid and statistically significant improvements in leg pain, functional disability and quality of life that persisted in follow-up care. Intradiscal oxygen-ozone was non-inferior to microdiscectomy based on overall six-month improvements in mean leg pain scores. Lumbar disc herniation leg pain can be effectively treated with a single intradiscal oxygen-ozone injection. Intradiscal oxygen-ozone procedures are quicker than microdiscectomy and patients are discharged significantly sooner. Intradiscal oxygen-ozone therapy can potentially reduce the number of those requiring microdiscectomy for lumbar disc herniation leg pain. “I have studied intradiscal ozone for the treatment of herniated lumbar discs for 17... > SpinaFX Medical has achieved ISO 13485:2016/MDSAP and EN ISO 13485:2016 certification, clearing a key prerequisite for Health Canada, EU MDR, and FDA approval. - Published: 2022-11-09 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-achieves-iso-134852016-mdsap-and-en-iso-134852016-certification/ - Categories: News TORONTO, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ – Minimally invasive image-guided treatment solution and technology company, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), today announced the quality management system underlying its Triojection® system has been certified compliant with ISO 13485:2016/Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) for U. S. and Canada and EN ISO 13485:2016 for Europe. The audit was conducted by Intertek Group Plc and issued no findings. “This is a foundational milestone for SpinaFX,” said SpinaFX Chief Operating Officer John Soloninka, who led SpinaFX’s ISO/MDSAP certification program. “The achievement is a testament to the high-quality, cross-functional and collaborative effort of our team and our contract manufacturer, Starfish Medical. I sincerely thank all staff and partners for their efforts. ” An internationally recognized quality standard, ISO 13485:2016 is a set of requirements for quality management systems for medical devices. To achieve this independent, third-party certification, companies must demonstrate their ability to provide medical devices and related services that consistently meet customer and applicable regulatory requirements. “ISO/MDSAP certification is a critical prerequisite enabling our pursuit of Health Canada, EU MDR and U. S. FDA medical device licensing and approvals,” said SpinaFX CEO Jeff Cambra. “This outcome is evidence of the experience and deep capabilities of the SpinaFX team and our partners. ” > SpinaFX exhibits at SIR 2022 in Boston, where advisor Dr. Alexis Kelekis will present his Abstract of the Year on intradiscal ozone vs. microdiscectomy. - Published: 2022-06-10 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-to-exhibit-at-society-of-interventional-radiology-annual-scientific-meeting/ - Categories: News Company’s medical advisor will present the SIR 2022 Abstract of the Year TORONTO, ONTARIO, June 10, 2022—Minimally invasive image-guided therapy company, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), today announced it will exhibit at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, MA, June 11-16, at booth 414. Dr. Alexis Kelekis, medical advisor to SpinaFX, will present the results of a research study on which he was the lead author, recently published in The Spine Journal, on the effectiveness of intradiscal oxygen-ozone treatment compared to microdiscectomy for contained lumbar disc herniation with radiculopathy. This study has been recognized by SIR as one of the 2022 Abstracts of the Year. “We are excited to meet with some of the world’s leading interventional radiologists to discuss innovations in minimally invasive, image-guided care and share our recent progress and momentum at SpinaFX” said Jeff Cambra, SpinaFX CEO. “We look forward to Dr. Kelekis’ presentation and celebrate the study’s findings, which have the potential to benefit both patients and providers by addressing a significant gap in the continuum of care for the millions suffering from back pain. ” “I am thrilled that Dr. Kelekis will share the findings of our skilled research team at SIR’s Annual Scientific Meeting,” said Dr. Kieran Murphy, SpinaFX Chief Medical Officer and co-author of the recognized study. “The technology used in this randomized control trial holds great promise for patients struggling with contained herniated lumbar disc pain and it is an honor to have this research recognized by such... > Following its $6.88M Series A, SpinaFX expanded its patent estate to 65 patents, partnered with StarFish Medical, and named Dr. Kieran Murphy as CMO. - Published: 2022-05-26 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-hits-key-milestones-since-closing-its-6-88m-series-a-round/ - Categories: News TORONTO, ONTARIO, May 26, 2022— Minimally invasive image-guided therapy start-up, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), today announced significant milestones hit since closing its $6. 88M CDN Series A round in November 2021. SpinaFX has leveraged investment proceeds for patent estate expansion, product enhancements, quality management system implementation, regulatory approval pursuits and commercialization of Triojection®. 1 SpinaFX acquired the world’s largest collection of patents, trademarks, pre-clinical and clinical evidence, and regulatory and commercial documentation surrounding intradiscal oxygen/ozone therapy for treating lumbar disc herniations. Intradiscal oxygen/ozone therapy involves the injection of a mixture of oxygen and ozone gas into an intravertebral contained herniated disc for relief of leg and back pain. The acquisition of existing IP yielded a powerful repository of evidence for intradiscal ozone injection involving bench, animal and randomized clinical trial data, as well as 65 patents covering the generation, measurement, delivery, and clinical use of technology for intradiscal ozone injection. SpinaFX is now well positioned to advance its products and accelerate regulatory approval in Canada, the EU, the U. S. and beyond. “There is an indisputable gap within the continuum of care for contained herniated lumbar discs,” said Jeff Cambra, SpinaFX CEO. “I am extremely pleased with the confidence placed in the SpinaFX team by investors and to have acquired the collective knowledge of the most impressive companies behind intradiscal ozone technology under the umbrella of SpinaFX. We are moving decisively to bring this technology to market to address the unmet needs of patients and providers. ” Since closing the... > SpinaFX appoints Dr. Kieran Murphy as CMO, a Johns Hopkins-trained interventional neuroradiologist with 72 patents and 178 peer-reviewed publications. - Published: 2022-04-05 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-dr-kieran-murphy-as-chief-medical-officer/ - Categories: News TORONTO, ONTARIO, April 5, 2022 Minimally invasive image-guided therapy start-up, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kieran Murphy as Chief Medical Officer and member of the Board of Directors of SpinaFX Medical. “Dr. Murphy has been a pioneer in the field of intradiscal ozone for the treatment of herniated lumbar discs since 2004,” said SpinaFX Medical CEO Jeff Cambra. “We look forward to drawing on Dr. Murphy’s expertise and leadership in the field as we develop minimally-invasive, image guided solutions designed to address the unmet needs of patients, physicians and health systems. ” A leading interventional neuroradiologist, Dr. Murphy brings extensive experience to the role, including training at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, residency and fellowship at Albany Medical Center NY, and the University of Michigan. While in his interventional neuroradiology fellowship at University of Geneva in 1996, he became one of the first physicians to perform vertebroplasty. From 1998 to 2008, he was Director of Interventional Neuroradiology at Johns Hopkins University. He is now Professor of Interventional Neuroradiology and researcher at the University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto, the largest academic center in Canada and ranked as the 4 th best hospital in the world by Newsweek. He treats over 300 patients a year at Toronto Western Hospital. In addition to his clinical and investigatory work at UHN, Dr. Murphy is a prolific inventor who holds 72 patents, particularly in the areas of spine intervention, vertebroplasty and ozone technology. His vertebroplasty... > SpinaFX has signed a contract manufacturing agreement with StarFish Medical, Canada's largest medical device design and manufacturing services organization. - Published: 2021-10-25 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-and-starfish-medical-enter-into-a-strategic-commercialization-contract-manufacturing-agreement/ - Categories: News October 25, 2021 25 October 2021, Toronto, Canada: Minimally invasive image-guided therapy start-up, SpinaFX medical Inc. (SpinaFX) is pleased to announce the signing of a commercialization contract manufacturing agreement with StarFish Product Engineering Inc. (“StarFish Medical”), Canada’s largest medical device design, development, and manufacturing services organization. “SpinaFX is very pleased to welcome StarFish to the SpinaFX team,” commented John Soloninka, SpinaFX’s Chief Operating Officer. “We ran a rigorous process comparing four of the top, highly- recommended medical device design, commercialization and contract manufacturing organizations from across the US and Canada. StarFish Medical’s deep skills and experience, facilities, customer reviews, and willingness to intimately customize and integrate their services with our operations, won the day. The strategic alignment between the companies is excellent! ” StarFish Medical is Canada’s leading medical device design, development, commercialization and contract manufacturing company with ISO 13485 certified engineering and finished manufacturing services. StarFish has partnered with many successful medical device companies to create new innovative technologies across several medical specialties. Scott Philips, CEO or StarFish commented: “We measure our success through the value we help our clients generate for patients, providers, payers and their shareholders. We select clients that we believe will contribute to our “100×100” objective: 100 clients with over $100M in market capitalization. SpinaFX’s minimally-invasive image-guided procedure promises to reduce the time, cost and complexity of spine surgery for patients with low back pain, one of the largest and most costly cohorts of patients worldwide. This is an extremely important goal, and StarFish is committed... > SpinaFX Medical has named a new Chief Operating Officer to support the growth of its minimally invasive, image-guided back pain treatment platform. - Published: 2021-10-15 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/mass-device-spinafx-medical-names-chief-operating-officer/ - Categories: News October 15, 2021 SpinaFX Medical names chief operating officer https://www. massdevice. com/spinafx-medical-names-chief-operating-officer > SpinaFX appoints John Soloninka as COO, a healthtech entrepreneur and former IBM and PwC strategist who has overseen $86M in early-stage investments. - Published: 2021-10-15 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-john-soloninka-as-chief-operating-officer/ - Categories: News October 15, 2021, Toronto, Canada: Minimally invasive image-guided therapy start-up, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), is pleased to announce the appointment of John Soloninka as Chief Operating Officer. John is a healthtech entrepreneur and ex IBM and Price Waterhouse healthcare system strategist bringing extensive industry, commercialization, regulatory and financing expertise to SpinaFX’s growing team. John previously served as CEO and co-founder of a $28M public/private venture debt fund, overseeing a syndicated $86M (CDN) investment in 36 early-stage Healthtech companies including Synaptive Medical, CONAVI, SPARTAN, and Profound Medical. Among his several start-ups, John co-founded an AI-based oncology management company, ultimately acquired by Varian Medical Systems, and co-founded and led product development and operations for a cloud-based medical imaging company sold to Merge Technologies of Milwaukee which was ultimately purchased by IBM. Designated by the Industry Canada as a “Canadian Investment Champion” John pursued healthcare commercialization initiatives throughout Asia, Europe the US, and Middle East. John’s appointments to research and commercialization advisory posts with the Rotman Research Institute and the Ontario Brain Institute, and as an expert witness to Canada’s Standing Parliamentary Committee on Healthcare, reflect his industry knowledge and stature in this space. Formerly a Professional Engineer, John has a BSc in Engineering Physics from Queen’s University and an MBA with Distinction from the Imperial College Business School, London UK. Commenting on his appointment, John said: “I am delighted to join the SpinaFX team. Triojection™ has great potential to provide patients with an earlier, simpler back pain procedure, surgeons with a quicker, less-invasive... > SpinaFX has appointed a seasoned medical device executive with leadership experienceto lead the company's image-guided back pain treatment platform. - Published: 2021-10-01 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/fierce-biotech-spinafx-taps-medtronic-zimmer-biomet-alum-as-ceo-of-image-guided-pain-treatment-startup/ - Categories: News October 1, 2021, Toronto, Canada: SpinaFX taps Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet alum as CEO of image-guided pain treatment startup (Link below) https://www. fiercebiotech. com/medtech/spinafx-taps-medtronic-zimmer-biomet-alum-as-ceo-image-guided-pain-treatment-startup > SpinaFX Medical appoints Jeff Cambra as CEO, a veteran with 12 years at Medtronic and experience leading Zimmer Biomet's global reconstruction business. - Published: 2021-09-30 - Modified: 2026-06-10 - URL: https://spinafx.com/spinafx-medical-announces-jeff-cambra-as-ceo/ - Categories: News September 30, 2021, Toronto, Canada: Minimally invasive image-guided therapy start-up, SpinaFX Medical Inc. (SpinaFX), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Cambra as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Cambra is a veteran medical device and therapeutics industry executive with an international track record managing product development, commercialization, product portfolios and mergers and acquisitions, with a strong focus on interventional spine technologies and biologics. Jeff spent 12 years at Medtronic, most recently as Vice-President, General Manager of the Interventional Therapies business. For Medtronic, he led a successful turnaround of their $400 million vertebral augmentation and oncology business through new technology innovation, strategic partnerships, acquisitions and expanding margins. Jeff most recently served as the Vice President of Zimmer Biomet, leading product management for their $5 billion global reconstruction business. Earlier, Jeff spent 13 years with Wyeth Pharmaceuticals (now Pfizer) in numerous leadership roles. Jeff is well positioned to lead SpinaFX on its mission to bring innovative medical solutions to millions of patients globally who suffer from back pain. Commenting on his appointment Cambra said: “I’m excited and honored to join SpinaFX bringing its novel medical treatment for back pain to market. With my passion for the interventional space, I constantly assess and monitor multiple promising technologies – I recognized the breakthrough potential of SpinaFX’s technology over a decade ago. SpinaFX is an excellent opportunity to leverage my experience in the medical device field to deliver value for our patients, our customers, and our shareholders. ” Dr. Kieran Murphy, SpinaFX Chief Medical Officer, stated:... ## Spine Insights - Published: 2025-03-12 - Modified: 2025-03-12 - URL: https://spinafx-staging.vitalclients.com/insight/top-exercises-for-a-stronger-spine/ One-sheet first-order optimal strategies can you champion this. 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