What are the advantages of robotic knee and hip replacement?

• it offers precision like no other technique
• The robotic arm provides tactile, visual and auditory feedback to assist the surgeon in achieving the desired orientation in the best way during the operation
• Less bone and soft tissue damage.
• Incisions are made only on the parts of the knee bones, where incisions are needed
• It is possible to return to daily life more quickly as it provides a faster recovery
• Fewer inpatient physical therapy sessions.
• More complete return of function

Before the surgery

First of all, a 3D virtual model of the joint is created with the X-ray and CT scan images of the patient’s knee
your surgeon may want you to have tests within 30 days before your operation.
These can include a physical exam, chest x-ray, or EKG.

During robotic knee and hip replacement

First of all, the surgeon exposes the joint and the anatomy of the knee joint is revealed. then certain points of the knee joint bones are marked and are compared with the result of the preoperative planning. Afterwards, the surgeon decides whether the joint replacement is suitable for the patient or not, if it is, bone incisions are made with the help of the robotic arm, under the control of the surgeon, and to the extent determined by the robotic system. This gives the operation great accuracy and preciseness When the surgeon finds the placement, alignment, and ligament balance appropriate, the original implant is placed.

Recovery after robotic knee and hip replacement operation

the recovery time varies widely depending on the patient’s, age, medical history, weight and condition.
What distinguishes robotic knee and hip replacement is that it is a minimally-invasive operation which means the patient can go home the day of the operation Once home, it may take up to six weeks to fully recover.
During this time, you’ll participate in physical therapy exercises because moving your new joint keeps it from becoming stiff.
During recovery, you also need to look out for signs of infection. An infection can prolong your recovery and cause other problems.

Candidates for robotic knee replacement

• Patients who have osteoarthritis may be good candidates for robotic knee surgery if their condition hasn’t progressed too extensively.
• Patients with rheumatic arthritis
• ACL tears or ligament injuries
• Fractures, torn cartilage, or other injuries that can cause permanent damage

Candidates for robotic hip replacement

• If you’re in good overall health and haven’t responded to conservative therapies
• The most common condition that results in the need for hip replacement surgery is arthritis.
• Patients who suffer from osteoarthritis
• Patients who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis
• When Nonsurgical management like exercise, walking aids, and anti-inflammatory medications hasn’t worked.
• When The hip joint damage is caused by an injury or fracture.