USA: THINK Surgical Performs First Implantation of Maxx Orthopedics' Freedom® Knee with TMINI® Robotic System

THINK Surgical, Inc., an innovator in the field of orthopedic surgical robots, announced the successful first use of Maxx Orthopedics' Freedom Total Knee implant utilizing the TMINI^® Miniature Robotic System by Dr. David V. Cashen, a Joint Replacement specialist at Coastal Orthopedics Surgery Center in Bradenton, Florida.

Maxx Orthopedics' Freedom^® Total and Titan^® Knee Systems provide modern implant design philosophies and multiple bearing surfaces to meet the demands of a diverse patient population. Surgeons can seamlessly integrate the Freedom Total and Titan Knee systems with the TMINI Miniature Robotic System to provide patients with a comprehensive total knee replacement solution.

"I am thrilled to be the first surgeon globally to use the Freedom Knee implants with the new TMINI System developed by THINK Surgical," said Dr. Cashen. "I like having tools in my hands designed to make me more efficient, provide accuracy, and assist with achieving the best possible outcomes. It is ideal to have a robotic technology that allows me to develop a personalized plan for every patient, place and align the Freedom primary knee components with precision, using a fast, efficient workflow."

"This first case with the TMINI Robot and the Freedom Total Knee is an exciting milestone," said Stuart Simpson, CEO and President of THINK Surgical. "It is clear that surgeons want to use technology which is compatible with their preferred implant. The Freedom Knee is growing quickly in the US and is an important addition to the TMINI Platform."

Ashesh Shah, Chief Executive Officer of Maxx Orthopedics stated, "Performing the very first robotic-assisted procedure in the US with our Freedom^® Knee System is a significant milestone in our partnership with THINK Surgical. Quantifiable data, robotic-assistance, diverse implant options, and proven implant designs are aimed at improving clinical outcomes and enhancing the surgeon experience in total knee arthroplasty."

"Maxx Ortho is very excited Dr. David Cashen has performed the very first robotic-assisted TKA procedures in the US with the Freedom^® Total Knee System and THINK Surgical's TMINI System. Combining handheld, wireless robotics and our clinically proven total knee system will offer an excellent surgical option for our surgeon users and their patients," said Farzin Khaghani, Chief Commercial Officer at Maxx Orthopedics.

THINK Surgical received FDA 510(k) clearance for use of the Maxx Orthopedics Freedom Total and Titan Knee Systems with the TMINI Miniature Robotic System in November of 2024.