NLT (Non Linear Technologies Ltd) is involved in research and development in the spinal field. NLT is developing a family of orthopedic implant devices for the treatment of Spinal Stenosis and other spinal disorders using a minimally invasive procedure.

Spinal Stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal, which causes pressure on the spinal cord and roots. Patients suffering from this condition experience pain, numbness and tingling in the legs and find it difficult to stand up straight, which causes them to bend over when they stand. Most cases of Spinal Stenosis occurs in the lower back (Lumber spine)

Spinal surgeries which involve convex (non-linear) penetration routes currently require invasive procedures. In recent times, the search for minimally invasive alternative procedures has increased, with all of the major joint orthopedic companies devoting considerable resources towards R & D, especially in the area of Spinal Stenosis.

Currently there are a number of companies developing alternative devices to meet the demand. These devices will require at least 2-3 vertebrae to be exposed whereas NLT's device will allow the insertion of the implant through a small incision, therefore reducing damage to local tissue.