The startup has developed a gyroscope-on-chip surgical navigation system that enhances surgical efficiency and can be integrated with any implant system. This technology enables surgeons to reduce surgery time and associated costs, ultimately improving clinical outcomes.
Funding
$11.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional spinal navigation systems are expensive, require specialized imaging and technicians, and often disrupt existing surgical workflows, particularly in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) where cost-effectiveness and efficiency are critical. These systems can also expose both patients and surgical staff to increased radiation.
Solution
Bolt Navigation offers a surgeon-controlled, handheld navigation system for spine surgery that integrates seamlessly into existing workflows. Utilizing gyroscope-on-chip technology, the system provides real-time positioning updates with high accuracy, eliminating the need for pre-operative registration, special imaging, or external technicians. The implant-agnostic design allows surgeons to maintain control over implant selection, while the system's compact footprint and intuitive interface enhance workflow and reduce radiation exposure. Bolt Navigation supports the move to ASCs by providing an accurate and cost-effective navigation solution without capital expenditure.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, nurses, and administrators at hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) seeking cost-effective, accurate, and streamlined surgical navigation solutions.
Features
- Handheld navigation unit with gyroscope-on-chip technology for real-time positioning
- Compatibility with standard pre-op CT/MRI (axial) and X-rays (lateral & AP)
- Intuitive touchscreen interface for quick pedicle screw placement planning
- Accuracy demonstrated to be equivalent to CT-nav and superior to fluoroscopic navigation
- Implant-agnostic design compatible with virtually any pedicle screw system
- Password protection and remote disabling for lost units
- Single-use Bolt Navigation Drape and BNU case to maintain sterility
- Subscription-based model with zero capital cost, including ongoing upgrades