What is the difference between direct thermal and thermal transfer printing? There are two thermal printing methods: direct thermal and thermal transfer. Each method uses a thermal printhead that applies heat to the surface being marked. Thermal transfer printing uses a heated ribbon to produce durable, long-lasting images on a wide variety of materials.
(July 2013). An interbody fusion cage (colloquially known as a  spine cage ) is a prosthesis used in spinal fusion procedures to maintain foraminal height and decompression.n interbody fusion cage (colloquially known as a  spine cage ) is a prosthesis used in spinal fusion procedures to maintain foraminal height and decompression.
Current Concepts Review â Interbody Fusion Cages in Reconstructive Operations on the Spine. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Inc. 81 (6): 859â880. PMID 10391552.