Navigation has been part of spine surgery since the 1990s, but adoption has stalled at roughly 30%, slowed by high costs, complex workflows, and limited innovation. A new wave of startups is looking to change that with AI-powered, ASC-friendly systems designed for simplicity and precision.
See All AI is converting 2D fluoroscopy into navigable 3D models without CTs or MRIs, tapping into the 150,000 C-arms already in use worldwide. Backed by $33M, the company plans an FDA submission in 2025.
HJY Medical is advancing the first AI-assisted endoscopic platform, pairing high-quality imaging with single-use design to cut costs and streamline sterilization. Its 2D system is FDA-cleared, with an AI version expected in 2026.
VUZE Medical takes a software-first approach, overlaying surgical tools on CT or X-ray views without markers or cameras. Its FDA-cleared second-gen system is expanding applications from spine to broader skeletal interventions.
Together, these innovators are rethinking navigation—making it leaner, smarter, and more accessible to both hospitals and ASCs.
