History of Robots: Invention of Robotic Knee Surgery
Robots have been a game-changer in the medical field, particularly in surgery. Robot-assisted surgery is a technique that allows surgeons to operate with greater precision and control. This technique has been used for many procedures, including knee replacement surgery. In this article, we’ll tell you about its development, advantages, risks, and who can benefit from […]
The Benefits of Robotic Knee Surgery
At first glance, the concept of robotic-assisted knee surgery may seem like something out of a sci-fi movie. But it’s very much a reality and is providing better results than conventional knee surgery procedures for many patients. If you’ve been diagnosed with the degenerative wear-and-tear condition known as osteoarthritis, there are several reasons you should […]
Am I a Candidate for Robotic Knee Surgery?
The familiar pain that hits you with each step is getting worse and worse, and you’re trying to decide whether the recovery from surgery would be worth it to resolve this pain. Whether you are in pain due to an old injury, or osteoarthritis is starting to take its toll on your joints, you may […]
What Knee Conditions Can Be Treated Using Robotic Knee Surgery?
Knee surgery can now be performed using robotic technology. It involves creating a 3D model of your knee using a CT scan and computer software prior to the surgery. This is used to guide the procedure, ensuring an individualized, better-positioned fit during a joint replacement. With the assistance of a state-of-the-art robotic arm, this technique […]
Using Robotic Knee Surgery for Patients with Chronic Knee Pain
Total knee replacements in the United States are expected to increase a whopping 673 percent by 2030. Yet studies reveal that about 30% of knee replacement patients are dissatisfied with the results after conventional surgery. Fortunately, there is a more advanced, less invasive knee replacement treatment option designed to relieve the chronic pain caused by […]
What is Robotic Knee Surgery?
Knee replacement, or arthroplasty, is a procedure where a prosthetic implant with a smooth surface is placed in the joint, replacing areas ravaged by deterioration and disease. This surgery can eliminate pain from osteoarthritis and allows the knee to move and bend freely again. The cartilage inside the knee is what wears away over time […]
The complete guide to robotic knee surgery
Robotic surgery may sound like something straight out of a Sci-Fi movie, but it is very, very real. Not to mention sophisticated and very effective. Robotic (robot-assisted) surgery has been FDA-approved since 2000. Most robotic-assisted surgical procedures are minimally invasive, however, they are sometimes used in more traditional “open” procedures as well. Robotic knee surgeries, […]
Am I a candidate for Robotic Knee Surgery?
Recent years have seen stellar advancements in medical treatments, robotics, and surgical technologies, including robotic knee surgery. That name would have sounded like science fiction even a few decades ago. While not everyone is a candidate for robotic knee surgery, the advanced technology does offer many benefits for patients who suffer from degenerative “wear and […]
How Robotic Knee Surgery Can Reduce Surgery Time
Orthopedic surgeons who specialize in joint replacement are some of the most skilled and well-trained professionals in the medical field, and arguably in the whole world. With technology always evolving within the medical field, surgically or treatment wise, orthopedists along with state-of-the-art equipment and technology offers their patients a winning combination of personalized treatment, and […]
Benefits of Robotic Knee Surgery
If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from osteoarthritis, you know the symptoms all too well: pain, swelling, and stiffness – all resulting from the breakdown of your cartilage. Without this cushy cartilage in between your joints your bones begin to rub together, causing that painful sensation and leading to long-term […]