WHAT WE DO

Ahead of the game for innovation​

Being a leader in sports medicine is more than simply providing technology for joint repair and reconstruction. It’s about balancing distinct procedural capabilities with comprehensive options, so surgeons know they can respond to their patient’s injury.

Backed by a suite of cutting-edge enabling technologies, our joint repair portfolios feature advanced innovation, expert-led techniques and the backing of extensive clinical data.

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Shoulder

Rotator cuff and instability repair.

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Hip

Labrum, capsule and gluteus medius repair.

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Knee

Meniscus, ligaments and cartilage repair.

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Foot & ankle repair​

Achilles tear and ankle instability repair.

The Championships, Wimbledon​

A proud heritage that dates back more than a century; a reputation for excellence and distinction; a track record of thoughtful innovation. Our purpose and values are a close match with The Championships at Wimbledon, so it’s an honour to support selected players competing at the oldest and most iconic grand slam.​

As we serve patients of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, partnerships with prestigious and world-renowned sporting events like Wimbledon reinforce how we help people make a winning return to Life Unlimited after injury.

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WHO'S WITH US

Preferred Sports Medicine Technology Partner of UFC​

As one of the largest and most successful sporting organisations the world, the UFC embodies a commitment and tenacity to being the best in an intense and demanding field. As the Preferred Sports Medicine Technology Partner of the UFC and UFC Performance Institute, we share their principles. ​

Our partnership symbolises a formidable combo: the power of our technology, a commitment to athletes’ wellbeing and the potential for anyone to make a return to the highest level after injury.​

From inspirational stories of recovery to a world-first medical education event in Las Vegas, this packs a serious punch for combat sports injuries.

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The Smith+Nephew UFC Combat Sports Medicine Course

Watch a short recap of our world-beating medical education event to see how we’re taking the fight to combat sports injuries alongside leading surgeons, elite athletes and our value partners at the UFC Performance Institute.

FOR SURGEONS

What’s new?

As in any sport, it’s the latest insights that give you the edge and keep you ahead of the game. Explore our most recent developments to learn how we’re leading the way in sports medicine.

Revolutionizing rotator cuff fixation

The TENDON SEAM System introduces a unique continuous suture construct, delivering a strong foundation for tendon healing that’s twice as strong and 10 times
more stable than conventional repair methods.*1-5 Eliminating suture management and reducing procedure steps makes the TENDON SEAM System method more efficient.21






Bold new territory for arthroscopic navigation

Leading sports medicine into the era of Spatial Surgery, our new TESSA System harnesses the forefront of augmented reality and video-based navigation for truly personalized, patient-specific accuracy in ACL reconstruction femoral tunnel placement.22-23 One for the pioneers and pacesetters.






Repair cartilage + restore bone

The CARTIHEAL AGILI-C Implant is a powerful alternative to conventional knee cartilage repair, shown to offer twice the pain reduction, significantly better KOOS and
a lower risk of knee replacement at 5-year follow-up data.***18 Using an off-the-shelf, single-stage procedure, this sets a new benchmark for patients with or without osteoarthritis (KL 0-3). Important safety information here.26








The industry standard for bioinductive augmentation

The REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant has been shown to help patients recover in half the time after partial tear repairs****8 and offer a 3x reduction in the risk re-tear after full-thickness tear repair.****6 REGENETEN Implant data inspired a 4-star recommendation for bioinductive implants in AAOS rotator cuff guidelines.27

Revolutionizing rotator cuff fixation

The TENDON SEAM System introduces a unique continuous suture construct, delivering a strong foundation for tendon healing that’s twice as strong and 10 times
more stable than conventional repair methods.*1-5 Eliminating suture management and reducing procedure steps makes the TENDON SEAM System method more efficient.21






Bold new territory for arthroscopic navigation

Leading sports medicine into the era of Spatial Surgery, our new TESSA System harnesses the forefront of augmented reality and video-based navigation for truly personalized, patient-specific accuracy in ACL reconstruction femoral tunnel placement.22-23 One for the pioneers and pacesetters.






Repair cartilage + restore bone

The CARTIHEAL AGILI-C Implant is a powerful alternative to conventional knee cartilage repair, shown to offer twice the pain reduction, significantly better KOOS and
a lower risk of knee replacement at 5-year follow-up data.***18 Using an off-the-shelf, single-stage procedure, this sets a new benchmark for patients with or without osteoarthritis (KL 0-3). Important safety information here.26








The industry standard for bioinductive augmentation

The REGENETEN Bioinductive Implant has been shown to help patients recover in half the time after partial tear repairs****8 and offer a 3x reduction in the risk re-tear after full-thickness tear repair.****6 REGENETEN Implant data inspired a 4-star recommendation for bioinductive implants in AAOS rotator cuff guidelines.27

Explore our technology

You understand your patients’ needs more than anyone, but it’s our job to offer the solutions for any joint repair eventuality. Browse our technology portfolios to explore the features, benefits and supporting clinical evidence.

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Get the answers and updates you need​

We understand how busy surgeons are, so we don’t expect you to search for the support, news or updates you need. Connect with us using the link below to request a discussion with your local representative or sign up to receive the latest updates.

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FOR PATIENTS

Sports medicine that’s truly different​

Our advanced technology covers a broad range of joint injuries across the whole body. Browse the focus topics or search other treatment options further down.

Looking for other treatment options?

Not everyone is an elite athlete, but anyone can have a love of sport…and sustain an injury. Depending on your pain or injury, explore your potential treatment options and find out how out technology could help you get back to the activities you love.


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CAREERS

Work with us

What do you look for in a winning team? If you want to drive to make a difference, if you want to train to be your best, if you want to join the field of medical innovation, explore our career opportunities. It could be part of your Life Unlimited.


Follow us on social media

In the fast-paced world of sports medicine, you want to stay right in the action. Follow us social media and look for our latest news and updates from around the world.



Disclaimers

*in biomechanical testing in human cadavers.

**As compared to competitive devices in fixation/pull-out benchtop testing.

***Compared to microfracture or debridement over 2-, 4- and 5-year follow-up.

****Compared to standard repair methods.

Products may not be available in all markets because product availability is subject to the regulatory and/or medical practices in individual markets. Please contact your Smith+Nephew representative or distributor if you have questions about the availability of Smith+Nephew products in your area. For detailed product information, including indications for use, contraindications, precautions and warnings, please consult the product’s applicable Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to use.


All information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is not meant as medical advice. Not everyone is a candidate for knee repair with the CARTIHEAL AGILI-C Cartilage Repair Implant, and individual results will vary. Every patient’s case is unique, and each patient should follow his or her doctor’s specific instructions. Potential risks include infection, transient or chronic pain, and swelling, among others, that may result in the need for additional medical intervention. Discuss your condition and options with your surgeon. If you are seeking this information in an emergency situation, please call 911 and seek emergency help.



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