ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY
Overview
Robotic knee replacement surgery is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure that utilizes robotic-assisted technology to perform knee replacement with enhanced precision. This surgical technique has revolutionized the treatment of knee arthritis and other knee conditions, providing more accurate outcomes compared to traditional manual knee replacement. Robotic-assisted systems, such as the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery, offer detailed pre-operative planning and real-time adjustments during surgery, ensuring optimal alignment and faster recovery times.
The use of robotics in knee replacement surgery has gained significant popularity due to its ability to improve the accuracy of implant placement and the alignment of the knee joint. This technology allows surgeons to tailor the surgery based on each patient’s unique knee anatomy, which can lead to a more natural-feeling knee post-surgery.
Step Into a Pain-Free Future with Precision Robotic Knee Surgery!
symptoms
Persistent Knee Pain
Pain that doesn’t subside with rest or over-the-counter medication.
Severe Knee Stiffness
Difficulty bending the knee, affecting daily activities such as walking or climbing stairs.
Joint Deformity
The knee may appear bowed or misaligned, often a result of arthritis.
Swelling & Inflammation
Chronic swelling around the knee joint that doesn’t improve with conservative treatments.
Process Involves
- Preoperative Planning : Before surgery, the surgeon takes detailed imaging (like CT scans or MRIs) to create a 3D model of the patient's knee. This helps in customizing the surgical plan to the specific anatomy of the patient's knee.
- Robot-Assisted Surgery : During the procedure, the robotic system assists the surgeon by providing real-time feedback and precise control over the instruments. The robot allows the surgeon to make accurate bone cuts and ensure the correct positioning of the implant.
- Postoperative Recovery : The robotic technology may lead to smaller incisions, less tissue disruption, and potentially a faster recovery compared to traditional knee replacement surgery.
Condition
- Osteoarthritis: The most common form of arthritis, where the cartilage in the knee joint breaks down, leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the knee joints and can lead to severe damage.
- Post-Traumatic Arthritis: Arthritis that develops following a knee injury, such as fractures or ligament damage.
- Knee Deformities: Conditions like bow-leggedness or knock-knees that result from abnormal bone structure or degeneration.
Advances in Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery
Potential for Partial Knee Replacement
Robotic-assisted surgery also allows for more accurate partial knee replacements, in which only the damaged portion of the knee is replaced. This can preserve more of the natural joint and lead to quicker recovery with a more natural range of motion.