From A to Z: Zimmer MedizinSystems’ 2025 Year in Review — Progress, Partnerships & Practice Impact
By Regina West; December 17, 2025
As 2025 concludes, Zimmer MedizinSystems reflects on a year marked by meaningful progress, strengthened provider partnerships, clinical advancements, and expanded educational initiatives across both the Physical Medicine and Aesthetic divisions. This past year reaffirmed our commitment to delivering reliable, non-invasive technologies that support better outcomes, smoother workflows, and high-quality patient experiences.
Here’s our journey — from A to Z.
Advancements in Healing with emFieldPro
In an A to Z News feature, Shawn Robek, DC, of Fix Medical Group shared his clinical perspective on incorporating the emFieldPro into athletic recovery and musculoskeletal care. As he explained in the interview, “Think of it like supercharged cellular stimulation that helps your body heal faster.” Dr. Robek described how HEIT™ technology fits into his integrative treatment model and discussed patient-reported experiences such as reduced stiffness, improved movement, and deep muscle activation during sessions. Read more.
Breakthrough Muscle Activation
In a standout A to Z News video, chiropractor Dr. Dan Jurus treated IFBB Pro bodybuilder Danielle Rose with emFieldPro just one week before competition, targeting multiple areas including her glutes, lats, hip flexors, abs, lower back, and legs. Danielle described immediate, session-to-session relief — and Dr. Jurus emphasized how targeted nerve activation and muscle firing patterns can support the balance and symmetry demanded on stage. Read more.
Cryo Leads Aesthetic Comfort & Safety
With more than 35,000 Cryo systems in use across the U.S., and many more in use worldwide, Cryo continued to set the global standard for safe, chemical-free cooling during energy-based procedures. Read more.
Jeff Lyons, VP, Aesthetic Division, noted:
“In 2025, practices relied heavily on Cryo to deliver consistent skin cooling and dependable patient comfort across their energy-based procedures. As demand for non-invasive aesthetics continues to rise, our priority heading into 2026 is strengthening long-term partnerships with clinics — backed by responsive, knowledgeable support, continued product quality, and next-generation technologies designed to fit seamlessly into real-world aesthetic practices.”
Deduction Opportunities Through Section 179
In 2025, expanded Section 179 provisions allowed even more practices to take advantage of accelerated tax deductions when investing in qualifying treatment technology. These updates made it easier for clinics to modernize their equipment while managing cash flow and planning for long-term growth. Read more.
Education Enhanced Through #PearlsAreForeverWithBond
The launch of this clinical series, led by Jacquelyn Bond, RN, MSN, strengthened aesthetic provider training, safety, and treatment consistency. Read More.
Focus on Non-Invasive Care
Across both divisions, providers continued turning to device-based solutions that minimize downtime, support patient comfort, and deliver consistent, practice-reported results.
Growing Education in HEIT™ & Shockwave
Zimmer MedizinSystems continued to invest in clinician education in 2025, including a two-hour continuing education webinar hosted through the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association (WCA). Presented by Davis McAlister, DC, MEd, MS, and Yorick Wijting, DPT, the course shared evidence-based insights and real-world case discussions focused on ESWT and HEIT™. Read more.
HEIT™: Limb-Saving Case Study Highlighted by Dr. Rod Tomczak, MD, DPM, EdD
In Chiropractic Economics, Rod Tomczak, MD, DPM, EdD reported a compelling case involving a 75-year-old individual who, after multiple surgeries and years of physical therapy with minimal to no progress, faced above-knee amputation as a last resort. In his article, Dr. Tomczak described incorporating Zimmer MedizinSystems’ emFieldPro HEIT™ and enPuls ESWT into the patient’s rehabilitation plan, noting meaningful changes in mobility and daily function. These observations reflected his clinical perspective and experience. Read more.
Gerold Gable, VP, Physical Medicine Division, shared:
“In 2025, emFieldPro demonstrated how non-invasive HEIT™ therapy can support deep tissue healing, improve mobility, and accelerate recovery — delivering measurable value for both patients and clinics. We expect even greater momentum in 2026 as more providers integrate these solutions into their care plans.”
Insights into Multi-Layered Aesthetic Treatments
Aesthetic Insights featured Zimmer MedizinSystems’ Transformation Trio — Z Stim, Z Shape, and Z Wave — highlighting how these technologies are combined in a multi-layered, non-invasive approach to aesthetic care. The article explored how layering modalities can address evolving patient needs while offering practices a versatile, procedure-friendly alternative to more invasive options. Read more.
Journey Toward Improved Patient Experiences
Across both divisions, providers emphasized patient comfort and workflow consistency as key factors in delivering positive, repeatable care experiences.
Key Clinical Voices Shaped the Year
Researchers, educators, and experienced clinicians elevated dialogue around safe, effective device use in 2025.
Laser Season Supported by Cryo
As cooler months drive peak demand for laser, RF, ultrasound, and chemical peel treatments, patient comfort becomes a critical factor in both treatment success and retention. During laser season, Cryo helped practices deliver consistent, chemical-free cooling that supports comfortable treatment experiences while keeping workflows efficient during high-volume periods. Read more.
Meaningful Tissue Changes Reported with Z Wave Therapy
Licensed Massage Therapist Diane Whigham documented a case series of patient- and practitioner-reported experiences during massage therapy sessions incorporating Z Wave. Reported observations included changes in tissue feel, comfort, mobility, and the softening of post-surgical scar tissue, with several individuals managing severe lymphedema also noting meaningful changes. Before-and-after photos and video are included. Read more.
Non-Invasive First: A Treatment Philosophy
Providers continued prioritizing technologies that deliver measurable results without surgery or medication.
Oprah Daily Brings Cryo to Mainstream Attention
Cryo reached a broad consumer audience through an Oprah Daily feature highlighting comfort management during Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments for perimenopausal hair regrowth. In the article, author Holly Carter described the experience of scalp cooling during injections, writing:
“The technician aims super-cold air at your scalp via a state-of-the-art device, the Zimmer [MedizinSystems] chiller, as a pain buffer.”
The feature underscored the growing role of cooling technology in improving comfort during in-demand aesthetic procedures — bringing Cryo into a national, mainstream conversation. Read more.
Pain Management Support Beyond Injections
Beyond PRP, Cryo continued to play a valuable role in supporting patient comfort during procedures such as laser tattoo removal and other energy-based treatments where discomfort can be a limiting factor. By delivering consistent, targeted cold air before, during, and after treatment, Cryo helped practices manage pain perception and maintain smooth, uninterrupted workflows during high-demand procedures.
Quality-of-Life Support Across Indications
Across a range of applications, providers shared outcomes such as reduced post-treatment tension, improvements in local circulation, greater tissue pliability, and improved overall comfort for patients.
Results with Radial Shockwave
Z Wave and enPulsPro continued to support practices across our aesthetics and physical medicine divisions, with practitioners reporting improvements related to mobility, circulation, and positive tissue responses observed during treatment.
Shockwave Earns Scholarly Attention
In a feature published in The American Chiropractor, Davis McAlister, DC, MEd, MS, CSCS, shared an evidence-based overview of radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy (rESWT), highlighting its growing role in musculoskeletal care. Drawing on clinical experience and published research, Dr. McAlister discussed practical applications of shockwave therapy for tendon and soft tissue conditions, as well as the importance of proper protocols and clinician training. Read more.
Training That Translates to the Treatment Room
Throughout 2025, Zimmer MedizinSystems emphasized practical education designed to translate directly into day-to-day use, helping providers confidently integrate non-invasive technologies into existing treatment workflows.
Upgrades Made Easy: Cryo Trade-In Program
2025 brought expanded trade-in opportunities for owners of Cryo 5, Cryo Mini, or Cryo 6 units looking to upgrade to Cryo 6 or Cryo 7. Read more.
Versatility Across Clinical Applications
From aesthetic refinement to musculoskeletal support, Zimmer MedizinSystems devices continued to serve diverse practice needs.
Workflow Enhancements Across Practices
Providers reported smoother treatment flow, reduced downtime, and improved operator efficiency.
X-Factor Benefits of Multi-Modality Strategies
Layering complementary technologies — such as Cryo + PRP or Z Wave + Z Shape — provided more comprehensive and comfortable treatment experiences.
Year of Growth and Collaboration
Through partnerships, education, and expanded device adoption, 2025 strengthened the Zimmer MedizinSystems community.
Zimmer MedizinSystems: A Year of Meaningful Impact
From aesthetics to rehabilitation, 2025 brought stronger outcomes, improved clinical confidence, and new advancements that set the stage for an exciting 2026.
Looking Ahead to 2026
Zimmer MedizinSystems enters 2026 with strong momentum and a clear focus on what matters most to our customers. The year ahead will bring expanded clinical education, enhanced practitioner resources, and the introduction of new technologies and devices designed to build on our commitment to non-invasive care, streamline workflow, and support better patient outcomes across every modality we offer.
We cannot wait to reveal what’s next, while continuing to support practices with the tools, technology, and partnership you can rely on.
Here’s to a year ahead defined by innovation, education, and continued progress in patient-centered care.
