TMINI® Miniature Robotic System

What is the TMINI® Miniature Robotic System?

The TMINI® Miniature Robotic System by THINK Surgical is an advanced, handheld, wireless robotic platform designed to assist surgeons during total knee replacement surgery.

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How does TMINI Robotic System improve precision in knee replacement surgery?

TMINI uses patient-specific 3D planning to guide implant placement and bone preparation. During the procedure, real-time robotic feedback allows surgeons to make precise, informed adjustments, helping optimize alignment, balance, and joint mechanics.

How is the TMINI Robotic System different from other robotic knee replacement systems?

Unlike larger, fixed robotic platforms, the TMINI System is portable, handheld, and minimally intrusive in the operating room. This design reduces setup time while maintaining the accuracy and consistency expected from robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery.

What benefits does the TMINI Robotic System offer patients?

By improving accuracy and consistency, the TMINI robotic system may support:

• Improved implant alignment and fit
• Enhanced joint stability
• More natural knee movement
• Potentially smoother recovery and long-term implant performance

Is the TMINI Robotic System FDA cleared?

Yes. The TMINI Miniature Robotic System has received FDA 510(k) clearance for use in total knee arthroplasty, including workflows that allow intraoperative refinement of implant positioning.

Has the TMINI Robotic System been used in clinical practice?

Yes. The TMINI System has been used in hundreds of total knee replacement procedures across the United States and continues to gain adoption in hospitals and outpatient surgical centers.

Dr. Eccles was the first surgeon in the state of Arizona to perform a handheld robotic knee replacement.

Why Choose Dr. Christian Eccles for TMINI® Robotic Knee Replacement

Advanced technology works best in experienced hands. Here is why patients choose Dr. Eccles for TMINI® robotic knee replacement:

• First in Arizona: Dr. Eccles was the first surgeon in the state of Arizona to perform a handheld robotic knee replacement.
• A plan built for your knee: TMINI® uses a patient-specific 3D plan, and real-time feedback during surgery helps Dr. Eccles fine-tune alignment, balance, and implant position.
• Research in robotic and computer-assisted surgery: Dr. Eccles has co-authored published research on robotic-assisted knee replacement and on computer technology for gap balancing in knee replacement.
• Surgeon-controlled: The TMINI® system assists, but Dr. Eccles performs your surgery and makes every clinical decision.
• Specialized training: Dr. Eccles completed a five-year orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Louisville and an Adult Reconstruction Fellowship in hip and knee replacement at Indiana University.

TMINI® Robotic Knee Replacement FAQs

Is TMINI® used for hip replacement?

No. TMINI® is designed for total knee replacement. For hip replacement, Dr. Eccles uses OrthoGrid Hip AI navigation.

How is TMINI® different from larger robotic systems?

TMINI® is handheld, wireless, and portable rather than a large fixed platform. This design reduces setup time while maintaining the accuracy expected from robotic-assisted surgery.

Is the TMINI® system FDA cleared?

Yes. The TMINI® Miniature Robotic System has received FDA 510(k) clearance for use in total knee arthroplasty.

Am I a candidate for TMINI® knee replacement?

Robotic assistance is not automatically the best choice for every knee. Your exam, imaging, and overall health help Dr. Eccles decide whether it is right for you.