Stryker Launches Handheld Robotic System for Knee Replacements
Event summary
- Stryker launched the Mako RPS (Robotic Power System) for total knee replacement procedures on July 16, 2026.
- The system introduces handheld robotic technology, expanding beyond Stryker's existing robotic-arm assisted platform.
- Mako RPS combines robotic execution with intraoperative planning and a familiar handheld power tool workflow.
- The launch follows strong customer response during a limited market release.
The big picture
Stryker's launch of the Mako RPS marks a strategic move to diversify its robotic offerings beyond traditional arm-assisted platforms. This expansion targets surgeons seeking more flexible integration of robotics in orthopaedic procedures, aligning with broader industry trends toward personalized and adaptive surgical technologies.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- The pace at which surgeons will integrate the handheld robotic system into their workflows.
- Market Penetration
- Whether Stryker can expand its reach to new customer segments with this technology.
- Competitive Response
- How competitors will react to Stryker's expansion into handheld robotic systems.