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Newsletter – July

United Knee System

The U2 Knee System, introduced in 2005, is a comprehensive and advanced Total Knee Replacement (TKR) system designed to restore knee function across a full range of motion. With options such as fixed bearing, mobile bearing, and revision prosthesis, it caters to diverse demands. Having been implanted in over 170,000 cases across 40 countries, the U2 Knee has demonstrated excellent long-term clinical outcomes, boasting a 97.7% survival rate at a 10-year follow-up1. United Orthopedic aims to enhance the precision and efficiency of orthopedic implants and instruments to alleviate pain and improve knee function in patients.

The U2 Knee System encompasses a conforming femoral shape in 13 sizes, offering precise sizing increments of 2mm AP and ML. Additionally, it features a novel box design, standardized intercondylar box width (in PS knee), and a comprehensive range of tibial articulating surface and material options. This system combines proven implant design principles with advanced surgical technologies, ensuring reproducible clinical outcomes and a streamlined procedure.

As part of the United Orthopedic portfolio, the U2 Knee System aligns with a platform-based approach, offering flexibility for various surgical procedures. Its comprehensive product range allows demand-matching, enabling surgeons to optimize solutions based on individual patient needs. With a consistent design philosophy across their comprehensive portfolio of primary and revision knee arthroplasty products, United Orthopedic aims to provide surgeons with flexibility and patients with tailored solutions, ultimately improving the quality of orthopedic care.

[1] Chen IH, Yu TC, Liau JJ. An exploration of U2 total knee system at minimum ten-year follow-up. 21st EFORT Annual Congress. 2020.

Conformity Stem

The Conformity Stem platform provides a comprehensive stem solution to hip arthroplasty.  Following the classic concept of a fully hydroxyapatite (HA) coating on the stem, multiple neck options, collared and collarless features, 57 cementless and 20 cemented options are available for surgeons to offer various solutions and provide the implant that best meets the patient’s needs.  Its design is based upon the well-documented Corail Stem, to facilitate stem fixation, an important and noteworthy feature for implant stability and longevity. 

U-Motion II PLUS Line Extension – is Available Now!

U-Motion II PLUS is a comprehensive acetabular system that offers a wide range of acetabular cups, liners, and femoral head options for primary and revision hip arthroplasty.  As part of United’s commitment to quality, we are dedicated to actively listening to the voice of the customer.  It is in furtherance of mindset that we work tirelessly to respond quickly to address our surgeon customers’ surgical needs and improve the continuum of care through advanced orthopedic surgical solutions. Our newest line extension does just that by allowing the U-Motion II PLUS Acetabular System to be compatible with the 36/48 & 40/54 head/liner options. 

The larger femoral head sizes are designed to help improve hip mobility and reduce the risk of joint dislocation. This system is designed to maintain high-quality polyethylene strength and wear integrity properties. These advanced acetabular options provide orthopedic surgeons the flexibility they need during surgery to address clinical problems they might encounter.

We would love to discuss our new line extension with you further or answer any technical questions you may have. Please contact Blake Miller@ blake.miller@unitedorthopedic.com

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