“This is a state of art technology which enables the surgeon to replace only the damaged part of the knee to absolute perfection, saving all the other normal structures of the joint, thus preventing the need of total joint replacement” said Dr Narendra Vaidya, Managing Director and Chief Joint Replacement Surgeon, Lokmanya Group of Hospitals, Pune

Beyond certain stage (stage II), medicines, physiotherapy and other arthroscopic interventions are not useful in the treatment of arthritis and such patients require total knee replacement as a definitive treatment. Total Knee Replacement is a time tested and proven method to treat terminal arthritis but involves prolonged hospitalization and physiotherapy. However, Robotic assisted surgery offers the patient a huge advantage of immediate recovery, same or next day discharge and minimal blood loss. It is extremely satisfying for the patients since it preserves all the natural structures of the joint. Almost 30% - 35% patients who have been advised Total Knee Replacement can be treated with this modality successfully.

Osteoarthritic degeneration and subsequent knee pain in elderly is becoming a huge burden in the society. Knee pain is the commonest cause for visit of the patient to a clinic. Knee osteoarthritis not only causes pain and disability, but also takes a huge toll on the entire family and the society at large.

This technology is suitable for relatively younger patients with an active way of life pursuing sports and lifestyle activities like golfing, tennis, trekking, cycling, swimming, dynamic work-life etc. Elderly patients who have higher risk of a very major procedure also can be benefited with this minimal access robotic technology.

Lokmanya, the largest Orthopedic focused chain of hospitals in Western India, being one of the leader in Joint Replacement Surgery, has launched this technology for the first time in India for the benefit of thousands of arthritic patients.

Salient Features of Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement

1. Painless Surgery

2. Less Hospital Stay

3. Rapid Recovery

4. Minimal Blood Loss

5. Preserves Ligaments

6. Preserves Bones & Knee Caps

Dr. Narendra Vaidya, Managing Director & Chief Joint Replacement Surgeon, Lokmanya Hospitals, said “It is a proud moment for us to launch robotic assisted knee replacement at Lokmanya hospitals since we have always been concerned for patient’s mobility and their quality of Life”

He further added, “The treatment process with Robotics is simplified and at the end cost effective to the patient. It will set a new benchmark in near future, and we are proud of being the initiators for this technology in India. Stress free and patient oriented medical practice has been our preface for launching robotics in India”

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