Knee Pain, Treatment Options, and the Role of Robotic Knee Replacement
Knee pain is a terrible condition to live with, as it affects your daily activities and stops you from moving around freely while affecting the quality of life. Knee pain can occur due to several reasons, like osteoarthritis, degenerative conditions during ageing, or injury, etc. You won’t be able to walk, climb stairs, or stand for a long time. People usually take the condition seriously when the pain starts interfering in their daily tasks. They might opt for non-surgical treatments like medications or physiotherapy, or some change their whole lifestyle to get relief from this pain. But if your condition is getting worse, all these treatment options will not work anymore. Then your doctor would recommend a knee replacement surgery, which was usually done in the traditional surgical way. But we have new technologies that help a patient get a precision-based surgical method with faster recovery and less cuts through robot-assisted surgery.
We shall look into the robotic surgery specialities, their benefits and aftercare and everything related in this article.Total knee arthroplasty, i.e., abbreviated as TKA is a well-known method opted for Total Knee Replacement. TKA is a process followed by the surgeons to improve the functioning of knees for the patients suffering from osteoarthritis. It is highly recommended by the doctors as it quickly helps in relieving severe pain. The aim considered while performing this surgery is to avail the respective patient with a well-aligned prosthesis that eventually helps in getting properly balanced ligaments. After the surgery, the wear and tear risks get minimized, and that is how the patient feels instant relief in his/her pain.
What is Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement?
With the most advanced surgical techniques available today for knee replacement, the robot-assisted knee replacement method is the highest on demand. This is because it enhances precision during a knee replacement, and the surgeons get more accuracy as they monitor the alignment through the screen making it easier to perform. This technique uses robotic technology that assists the surgeon for his surgical procedures.
It is a huge misconception even today that the robotic surgeries are performed by a robot on its own. That is certainly not the case. The doctor performs the surgery and robotic technology assists the surgeon to perform it with accuracy to ensure a precise implant placement. The technology uses 3D images of the patient’s knee on a screen, helping the surgeon perform the replacement by looking at the screen. This allows the surgeon to plan the procedure and perform it well with accuracy.
The artificial implant should fit with the patient’s existing anatomy and this is made easy with the help of robotic assistance. Improved precision makes room for better alignment, reducing any tissue damage, and keeps the knee implant for a much longer period than usual, provided it is a high quality implant, and patient is healthy and active.
Why Choose Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement in Chennai?
Knee pain affects almost all age groups due to several reasons, and daily activities become difficult, as mentioned earlier. For some people who have severe concerns, surgery might be the only option.
Robotic knee replacement surgery in Chennai is playing a huge role in offering safer and faster recovery for people when compared to the standard surgical methods. People find the robotic method to be safer, more precise and quicker for recovery.
Some of the specialities of hospitals in Chennai that offer robotic knee replacement are:
Advanced Technology, Trusted Care
More and more hospitals in Chennai are adopting the modern technology of robotic procedures that are of phenomenal help for surgeons to perform knee replacements with precision and accuracy. This gives way to less pain, and better long-term outcomes for most of the patients.
Experienced Surgeons You Can Rely On
Some of the most experienced knee replacement specialists are based in Chennai. They combine years of expertise with the robotic method and patients get compassion and personalised care which builds trust and confidence.
Chennai as a Healthcare Destination
Chennai is home to world-class hospitals that provide affordable treatment options without compromising on quality. The city has already got a reputation for excellence and people both from India and abroad seek reliable treatment options in Chennai for many orthopaedic concerns.
Advantages of Robotic Surgery
Robot-assisted knee replacement offers several benefits over the traditional methods. Here are some of the main advantages
Precision on point
The robotic system creates a precise model of the patient’s knee joints, with the damages shown in detail through 3D imaging methods. This is what helps the surgeon to create a procedure plan, thereby ensuring precise implant alignment, as it is crucial for the lasting life of the implant and improved functioning.
Minimally invasive
In robotic surgery, surgeons do not need to make big cuts; instead, they can make small incisions and perform the rest of the procedure. Patients get lesser risk of damages, infections, or blood loss ensuring faster healing and recovery unlike traditional methods.
Reduced pain and quick recovery
Patients experience less pain and swelling after a robotic surgery, as it is a more precise and minimally invasive procedure. This lets the patient return to daily activities and a long hospital stay is not needed.
Long-lasting implant life.
As the robotic technique aligns the implant precisely in place, there won’t be much wear and tear for a longer time, and this extends its longevity. If it is a high quality implant and is the patients bone is healthy, then they might not even need a revision surgery.
Who is an Ideal Candidate for Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery?
If you are not improving even after following non-surgical treatments like physiotherapy, injections, medications, bracing, etc., then knee replacement surgery becomes the only option for correcting the concern. Those who are eligible for a standard knee replacement surgery can get robot-assisted procedure too.
Usually the proper candidates for the knee replacement surgery are those who got:
- A complex degeneration in their bones.
- Faliled implants from previous surgery.
- Deformities in the thigh bone (the femur) after a severe injury.
- Severe arthritis and mobility issues.
However it is the orthopaedic surgeon who will be able to decide on the treatment options for you and that depends on the actual problem and its severity.
Top Robotic Knee Replacement Surgeons in Chennai
Expert Team at Chennai Orthopaedics
At Chennai Orthopaedics, a robotic knee replacement is not just another procedure with advanced technology, but it is all about providing patients a smoother way to recovery while ensuring safety. Our expert team of surgeons, led by Dr. Bharani Kumar Dayanandam, brings with them many years of experience with the precision of robotic technology.
Chennai Orthopaedics has built a reputation for outstanding ortho care for people all over India and abroad with its world-class outcomes. The latest robotic platform is used for accuracy and faster recovery while reducing complications. All patients approaching us have reported reduced pain and quicker mobility back in their lives after the robot-assisted knee replacement.
Lead Robotic Knee Surgeon – Dr. Bharani Kumar Dayanandam
Dr Bharani Kumar Dayanandam, a leading orthopaedic surgeon with over 26 years of experience as an orthopaedic surgeon and trauma consultant, is currently serving as the consultant trauma & orthopaedic surgeon in Chennai, India. He is specialising in knee and shoulder surgery and replacement procedures. He is well known among his patients and doctors for his patient-first approach and also popular for making his patients understand about their problems in detail and giving personalised care.
Dr. Bharani Kumar is an MBBS, AFRCSI, Dip in Orthopaedic Engineering (UK) and an FRCS holder. He has got expertise as an orthopaedic surgeon with many senior surgeons across India and in the UK. His areas of interest are arthroscopic knee surgery, ligament reconstruction, ACL, PCL, and meniscal tear corrections, joint arthroplasty, patella realignment, cartilage-preserving surgery, and shoulder surgeries.
Cost of Robotic Knee Replacement in Chennai
The cost of robot-assisted knee replacement might change with regard to several factors, like the problem complexity, the hospital where the treatment is done, the expertise of the doctor, the location of the hospital, and the facilities. It also depends on which technology version of robot is used for the procedure, as the newest ones might be slightly more expensive but have more positive effect than older ones.
An ideal cost ranges from ₹3.5 lakhs to ₹7 lakhs but depends on the factors involved. The cost is more for robotic procedures because of precision with advanced technology, less tissue damage and faster recovery results than with the traditional methods.
Why Choose Our Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery?
Our robotic knee replacement procedures are carried out by the most advanced robotic technology available in the market, making sure that the implant placements are precisely aligned with the patient’s actual anatomy. Our approach to pain management does not involve using opioids as it might cause dependency and other risks; instead, we provide physiotherapy and natural ways of managing the recovery period and also NSAIDS for a limited time. Our holistic approach to patient care before, during and after surgery makes us one of the best robotic knee replacement services available in Chennai.
Final Takeaway
Robotic knee replacement surgery offers a faster and safer recovery and helps people return to a relatively pain-free and active life with improved confidence. The knee pain will no longer limit you from your everyday activities if you can get the right solution and that is exactly what is offered by Dr Bharani Kumar Dayanandam and his team at Chennai Orthopaedics.
So if you are looking for a phenomenal result from knee replacement, you can reach out to us and our team will book a consultation with Dr Bharani Kumar Dayanandam for further discussions.