Prof. H. Windhagen
Medical University of Hannover, Germany
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Harmonising implant technology
Times are changing, our thinking and capabilities are changing - and so are our actions. Progressive digitalisation and fostering individualisation in implant technology are key success factors for tomorrow.
The standard for modern implants is being as precise as possible, extending to preparation and aftercare. These processes are becoming more personalised, in harmony with nature.
Pheno4U® aims to continually enhance outcomes for all individuals.
BOA 2026 | B. Braun Thought Leadership Session
Explore how personalised orthopaedics can support individualised treatment pathways across pre-op, intra-op and post-op care.
In addition, we invite you to join our thought leadership session:
Phenotyping in Total Knee Replacement.
23 September 2026 | 14:30–15:15 GMT
Together with international experts, we will discuss how phenotyping and digital technologies can support personalised arthroplasty.
| Session highlights | Speaker |
| Phenotyping: A Step Towards Personalised Arthroplasty | Prof. Henning Windhagen |
| Biomechanical Evidence in TKA | Dr. Berna Richter |
| OrthoPilot® Pheno4U: Level 1 | Mr. Kos Sehat, FRCS |
Medical University of Hannover, Germany
Orthopaedic & Spine Surgery, Aesculap AG
Nottingham University Hospitals, UK
Meeting high expectations
Personalised alignment in Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) with Pheno4U® not only allows surgeons to precisely position each knee implant by aligning it with the patient‘s specific phenotype, but also enhances their ability to offer a personalised treatment pathway. This individualisation extends from diagnosis to planning, surgical tools, and rehabilitation measures, ensuring comprehensive care matching each patient’s needs.
Up to 19% of patients remain unsatisfied
The goal of restoring function and relieving pain is not met in up to 19% of patients undergoing traditional TKA and these patients remain dissatisfied as they experience continued pain or do not regain their full mobility.1
Learn moreUnlocking potential
Pheno4U® integrates data from all stages of treatment - pre-op, intra-op, and post-op - into one unified platform. This integration aims to enable an individual care pathway strategy, leading to improved outcomes and increased satisfaction.
Preoperative risk prediction, phenotyping and kinematic analysis provide crucial decision support in planning of treatment protocol and surgical strategy.
In the intraoperative phase, the Pheno4U® TKA Level 1 software executed with the OrthoPilot® navigation system led to the proper execution of the defined surgical strategy.
The post-op phase focuses on utilising outcome measures to inform management and enhanced rehabilitation strategies.