MAGEC® System
If you have questions about treatment with the MAGEC system, please consult your health care provider.
Clinical benefits
MAGEC
The MAGEC system utilizes innovative magnetic technology within adjustable growing rods and an external remote controller (ERC) to help avoid distraction surgeries from the treatment for early-onset scoliosis (EOS). As a result, MAGEC helps reduce associated complication risks from repetitive surgeries, and simplifies the care and journey of an EOS patient.
The MAGEC system has magnetic resonance conditional clearance. To read more about the cleared specifications, click here.
Is MAGEC right for my child?
The MAGEC system allows patients to receive the same benefits found in traditional growing rod treatment with the added benefit of noninvasive distractions. Planned distractions take place in an office setting and are generally quick and painless. As a result, your child is spared from planned distraction surgeries that can keep him or her out of school, away from friends, and in consistent recovery for extended periods of time.
By helping reduce the anxiety, cost, and time experienced with repetitive surgeries, MAGEC helps simplify care for EOS patients and families. This procedure may be used to treat the following condition:
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