This device just got cleared by the FDA. What your planning team needs before it shows up on the equipment list.
Device: Pulse™
Decision Date: 2026-04-29
Applicant: Globus Medical, Inc.
Medical Specialty: Orthopedic
Pathway: 510(k)
About: Pulse™ is an expandable spine surgery platform that integrates neuromonitoring, alignment, rod bending, imaging, navigation, and wireless OR access.
Facility Planning Implications
- Globus Medical consolidates spine technologies into one procedural platform.
- Built-in wireless functionality requires dependable OR network coverage.
- Single-platform use can reduce cart crowding during spine cases.
- Broad procedural use may simplify storage and room turnover planning.
Compatibility and Integrations
Pulse™ is compatible with NVM5™.
FAQ
What is Pulse™?
Pulse™ is a spine surgery platform from Globus Medical that integrates multiple enabling technologies in one expandable system. It is designed to improve workflow and reduce variability during procedures.
What clinical setting is Pulse™ used in?
Pulse™ is used in the operating room for spine cases. The platform is intended to support the entire procedure across various spine workflows.
What room or space requirements does Pulse™ need?
Pulse™ is intended for OR use, so teams should plan for equipment footprint, cart positioning, and clear circulation around the sterile field. Wireless functionality also makes dependable in-room connectivity important.
What do facilities teams need to plan for when procuring Pulse™?
Facilities teams should assess storage, transport, and standardized room routing for a platform used across multiple spine procedures. Procurement should also account for staff training and fewer standalone devices in the room.
Sources & image credit: FDA 510(k) Database · Globus Medical
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