Stryker Launches Handheld Mako Robot for Knee Surgery

Stryker has begun using a miniaturized handheld version of its Mako surgical robot, called Mako RPS, for knee surgeries. The device is designed to be easier to use than the traditional Mako system, requiring less adjustment from surgeons and hospital staff.  The smaller robot could attract new customers, particularly ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), who seek a robotic alternative to manual instruments without the complexity of full-sized Mako systems.

Stryker plans to showcase Mako RPS at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) meeting in March.

The company’s traditional Mako robots remain a core driver, with over 3,000 systems installed worldwide. More than two-thirds of U.S. knee procedures and one-third of U.S. hip procedures now use Mako robotics. The fourth-generation Mako 4, launched last year, will gain a shoulder surgery feature in mid-2026. 

31-01-2026