Orthopedic and spine solutions company Medacta has launched GMK SpheriKA, the world's first kinematic alignment-optimized femoral component indicated for total knee replacements.
The GMK restores the native pre-arthritic alignment through anatomic resurfacing, minimizing ligament releases and allowing for a more natural knee kinematic, according to an Oct. 30 press release sent to Becker's.
Its ball-in-socket design offers an implant that feels more natural and stable to patients. It also features femoral coverage and patellar tracking for kinematic alignment procedures, making it the first implant on the market specifically designed for this technique.
It is also compatible with Medacta's MyKnee 3D-printed patient-matched guides and NextAR Knee, its augmented reality surgical application.