Articulating Rotary Burs for Enhanced Bone Resection: Implications for Arthroscopic, Endoscopic Spinal, and Robotic Surgery

Akshar P. Thakkar, Thomas R. Nayak, Peter J. Millett, Sanjeev Bhatia, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Division of Orthopaedic Research, Joint Preservation Innovations, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, The Steadman Clinic

Surgical Innovation

Published online on May 13, 2026

Abstract

Surgical Innovation, Ahead of Print.
IntroductionBone resection in minimally invasive procedures requires precise instrument positioning within constrained joint environments. Conventional straight arthroscopic burs (SABs) offer limited mobility due to geometric and soft tissue restrictions, ...