Patient Specific Instrumentation Potentially Expedites European Knee Replacement Procedures

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, June 2, 2011 -

- Introduction of Zimmer(R) Patient Specific Instruments for European
Markets

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH), a global leader in
musculoskeletal care, is showcasing its Zimmer Patient Specific Instruments
(PSI) at the 12th annual European Federation of National Associations of
Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EFORT) meeting in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Zimmer Patient Specific Instruments utilize MRI technology and
pre-operative planning tools to create customized pin guides that are
tailored to each patient's unique anatomy. Customized guides for knee
replacement surgery support surgeons in performing accurate and safe
procedures. Zimmer PSI may be used in minimally-invasive procedures.

"Zimmer Patient Specific Instruments can assist in expediting the total
knee replacement procedure for both surgeons and patients," said Jeff
McCaulley, President, Zimmer Reconstructive. "This technology has been well
received in the United States and we are excited to now make these
instruments available to surgeons in Europe."

Zimmer PSI are designed to ensure accurate placement of the knee implant
and are compatible with the Zimmer(R) NexGen(R) Complete Knee Solution and
the Gender Solutions(R) Natural Knee(R)(R) Flex systems. Zimmer PSI
streamline the surgical procedure, eliminating several steps in the total
knee replacement procedure and potentially increase efficiency in the
operating room.

For more information on Zimmer Patient Specific Instruments, visit the
Zimmer booth at EFORT or go to www.zimmer.com.

About the Company

Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, Zimmer designs,
develops, manufactures and markets orthopaedic reconstructive, spinal and
trauma devices, dental implants, and related surgical products. Zimmer has
operations in more than 25 countries around the world and sells products in
more than 100 countries. Zimmer's 2010 sales were approximately $4.2 billion.
The Company is supported by the efforts of more than 8,000 employees
worldwide.

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Media: Garry R. Clark, +1-574-372-4493, garry.clark at zimmer.com; or Investors: Robert J. Marshall Jr., +1-574-371-8042, robert.marshall. at zimmer.com