Reimagining spinal fusion

The forefront of lumbar spinal fusion innovation

Redefining joint stabilization for surgeons and patients

Zygofix is committed to providing safe and effective fixation solutions specifically designed for the rapidly growing Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) market.

Our innovative technology, developed by renowned orthopedic experts responsible for several groundbreaking advancements, sets a new benchmark in joint stabilization.

zLock Technology

Small spinal implant
creating a natural bridge

zLOCK, is the only system that conforms to the facet anatomy during insertion, providing comparable stability to a pedicle screw construct through a miniature bendable internal facet fixation device.

The zLOCK system has been clinically tested in the EU since 2018 and enables joint stabilization with minimal surgical trauma. Its design minimizes impact on nearby spinal segments, reducing the risk of long-term complications.

Clinically proven

3D Printed Bendable Titanium Implant

The zLOCK system is based on a miniature implant designed to stabilize the spine by anchoring within the facet joint, providing an alternative fixation solution to pedicle screws.

Clinical Data

Why choose Zlock?

The natural choice for ASC spinal fusion

  • Unique bendable design

    Fits any anatomy, ensuring a personalized and precise fit.

  • Increased efficiency

    Shorter procedure time, quicker turnaround, and fewer tools.

  • Minimally Invasive

    Can be performed as an outpatient procedure with minimal trauma.

  • Safe and effective

    Requires minimum facet joint rimming for safer outcomes.

Management

  • 20 years experience in the medical device industry as an engineer, product manager, and consultant; deep understanding of medical device development and lifecycle;

  • Co-founder, CTO

    Serial entrepreneur in the field of spinal implants; 30 years’ experience in medical device industry; 29 issued patents and 43 pending (all in spine); former CTO, Impliant (world’s first facet replacement device); CTO, Spine 21 (world’s first remote-controlled spinal implant); founder and CTO, ApiFix (Aquired by Orthopediatrics 04.2020)​​.

  • Co-founder, Medical Director

    Chairman and Director, Israel Spine Center, Assuta Hospital, Tel Aviv; former Chief of Spine Surgery, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem; President, Israel Orthopedic Association; member of numerous organizations, including Scoliosis Research Society, International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine, Spine Society of Europe, and the North American Spine Society.

Scientific Advisory Board

  • Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon,  Former President of the Texas Back Institute. Leadership & clinical roles at the University of Toronto and the Cleveland Clinic. 40+ U.S. patents for spinal surgery instruments and implants. Author of industry-defining medical literature. Consultant to companies like Kyphon, SIBone, J&J DePuy Synthes and Mazor Robotics.

  • Doctor of pharmacy and MD graduate from the University of Maryland; Post graduate training in Orthopedic surgery at St. Joseph Medical Center.

  • Neuroscience graduate from UCLA; MD graduate from UCSF; Residency trained in Orthopedic surgery at Standford University. Dr. Barcohana has specific expertise in minimal invasive surgical techniques.

Award winning technology