Four Orthopedic Giants Unveil New Strategic Initiatives and Innovative Product Portfolios at AAOS 2025
Johnson & Johnson
Medical Device R&D and Manufacturer
Stryker
Medical Device R&D, Production, and Sales Company
Source | Eshare Medical Devices
On March 10, 2025, the world's leading orthopedic companies will gather in San Diego, California, USA, to attend the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) annual meeting.
As one of the largest and most influential orthopedic professional conferences globally, this meeting featured the launch of several revolutionary products by major orthopedic companies, marking significant advancements in future orthopedic treatments and surgical technologies.
Entering a New Era of Digital Orthopedics
Velys Robotic-Assisted Surgery System
The system helps surgeons achieve more precise joint alignment and optimize surgical procedures through advanced imaging technology and data-driven solutions.
Velys has received FDA approval and has been successfully applied in over 100,000 total knee replacement surgeries worldwide.
Notably, the Velys system has recently received FDA approval for use in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA), further expanding its range of applications.
Kincise 2 Surgical Automation System
As an automated system tailored for hip and knee surgeries, Kincise 2 has undergone several upgrades based on the original Kincise system, introducing new features such as acetabular cup extraction.
The goal of this system is to reduce the physical burden on surgeons and improve surgical efficiency through automation technology. Kincise 2 will become an important assistant in future operating rooms, providing more patients with precise treatment.
Velys Active Robotic-Assisted Surgical Solution
In addition to the aforementioned Velys system, Johnson & Johnson also showcased the Velys Active Robotic-Assisted Surgery Solution. This system integrates standalone navigation with next-generation active robotic technology, allowing for customized surgical workflows tailored to different surgical needs. Particularly for complex spinal surgeries, it offers unprecedented precision and flexibility.
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Stryker
Robots Drive the Intelligence of Orthopedic Surgery
Stryker Showcases its Latest Mako SmartRobotics System at AAOS 2025, a Representative Product in the Field of Robotic-Assisted Surgery.
The Mako system is able to provide real-time intraoperative data for surgeons, offering precise guidance for joint replacement surgeries. Stryker has also launched the new Mako 4 system, showcasing several new features and application scenarios.
Mako 4 System
Mako 4 is the fourth-generation robotic system launched by Stryker, integrating advanced technologies in various fields such as knee, hip, and spine.
Compared with traditional surgery, Mako 4 provides higher precision and faster recovery time. The new system also incorporates Stryker's Q Guidance System, further enhancing the patient's surgical experience.
Mako Spine and Mako Shoulder
Stryker also showcased its latest Mako Spine and Mako Shoulder systems.
The Mako Spine system was put into use in 2023 to assist surgeons in performing complex spinal surgeries and will be fully launched in the second half of 2025.
The Mako Shoulder system focuses on shoulder joint replacement surgery, providing patients with more precise treatment options.
As one of the pioneers in the orthopedics field, Smith & Nephew also unveiled several significant innovations at AAOS 2025, particularly advancements in sports medicine and joint repair.
Coriograph Pre-Surgical Planning and Modeling Services
Smith & Nephew's Coriograph system is a CT-free digital technology that helps surgeons perform precise preoperative planning and modeling in knee and hip replacement surgeries.
This system supports joint replacement surgery without the use of CT, enabling doctors to predict patients' physiological changes before surgery and helping to develop personalized treatment plans.
CartiHeal Agili-C Cartilage Repair Implant
This FDA-approved cartilage repair implant provides effective treatment for patients who have not undergone cartilage repair surgery.
Agili-C Performs Excellently in Large Clinical Trials, Significantly Reducing the Risk of Patients Undergoing Total Knee Replacement or Osteotomy, with Outstanding Results Across Different Patient Populations.
Regeneten Bioinductive Implant
Regeneten is a scaffold system launched by Smith & Nephew for the treatment of tendon injuries, using highly purified Type I collagen fibers. Clinical studies have shown that Regeneten can effectively reduce the risk of re-tearing after rotator cuff repair surgery and accelerate the rehabilitation process.
Zimmer Biomet Showcases Extensive Orthopedic Technologies at AAOS 2025, Including the Newly Released Z1 Femoral Hip System, HAMMR Automated Hip Impactor System, and Persona Revision Solution Femur.
Z1 Femoral Hip System
As a hip implant system with a tri-taper design, the launch of the Z1 system further enriches Zimmer Biomet's hip reconstruction technology.
This system, through innovative design concepts, not only offers higher adaptability but also provides customized treatment for more patients.
HAMMR Automated Hip Impact System
The launch of this system has solved the physical burden on surgeons caused by traditional hammering tools.
HAMMR System Automates Bone Preparation and Device Implantation, Reducing Surgeon Fatigue While Improving Surgical Efficiency.
Persona Revision SoluTion Femur
Persona Revision Solution Femur is a knee repair implant recently launched by Zimmer Biomet, offering a solution for patients sensitive to certain metals.
The implant ensures patient comfort and stability during reconstructive surgery through advanced material technology.
The AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting is undoubtedly a technological feast in the field of orthopedics. The innovative products and solutions showcased by various companies on this platform not only represent the latest developments in current orthopedic technology but also foreshadow transformations in future orthopedic treatments and surgical methods.
From Johnson & Johnson's robotic-assisted surgery system to Stryker's Mako system, and from Smith & Nephew to Zimmer Biomet's joint reconstruction and repair technologies, each innovation is driving the precision, personalization, and efficiency of orthopedic surgeries.
With the continuous advancement of orthopedic technology, patients will be able to achieve better treatment outcomes with shorter recovery times, while surgeons will operate in a more precise and highly intelligent surgical environment.
