From elite athletes to weekend warriors, everyone wants to get back to doing what they love after a sporting injury. With our leading-edge technology, we help patients get back to living a Life Unlimited.
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.
Shoulder
Rotator cuff tendon and shoulder instability repairs.
Hip
Labrum repair, capsule management and gluteus medius repair.
Knee
Meniscus, ligaments and cartilage repair.
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.
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.
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.
Repair cartilage + restore bone1-3
As a powerful, evidence-based alternative to conventional knee cartilage repair methods, our unique biomaterial implant can be used in a simple, single-stage procedure.
Building on the success of our leading all-suture anchor technology, learn how we raised the game with the new Q-FIX KNOTLESS All-Suture Anchor in shoulder, hip, foot & ankle and knee repair.
In March 2025 we unveiled an entirely new direction for sports medicine in the form of Spatial Surgery. With groundbreaking technological capabilities, this is for the pioneers and pacesetters.
Repair cartilage + restore bone1-3
As a powerful, evidence-based alternative to conventional knee cartilage repair methods, our unique biomaterial implant can be used in a simple, single-stage procedure.
Building on the success of our leading all-suture anchor technology, learn how we raised the game with the new Q-FIX KNOTLESS All-Suture Anchor in shoulder, hip, foot & ankle and knee repair.
In March 2025 we unveiled an entirely new direction for sports medicine in the form of Spatial Surgery. With groundbreaking technological capabilities, this is for the pioneers and pacesetters.
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.
Progress and success come from constant training and knowledge sharing, so we’re committed to supporting you in gaining the very latest tips and pearls from your peers.
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.
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.
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.
As we continue to push boundaries in sports medicine repair, we share how we’re making a real impact for surgeons and their patients. Check below for some of our recent highlights.
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