Patients treated with Smith+Nephew's implant reported significantly better knee pain relief and quality of life improvements over a 5-year period, as well as superior functional gains.
The partnership is designed to accelerate new technologies and approaches that improve joint replacement, bone healing and mobility and advance musculoskeletal care.
JointMedica's system combines a Vitamin E-infused polyethylene cup with a titanium-coated shell and a metal femoral cap, avoiding metal-on-metal articulation.