Most patients can start walking while still in the hospital. Walking helps deliver important nutrients to your knee to help you heal and recover. You can expect to use a walker for the first couple of weeks. Most patients can walk on their own roughly four to eight weeks after knee replacement.

When is knee replacement required?

This surgery is necessary when a worn-out or damaged knee joint causes reduced and restricted mobility and requires replacement. One of the most common reasons for this surgery is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that causes wear and tear of the flexible tissues at the ends of bones. This is a progressive degenerative condition that worsens over time.

What are the signs that you might require a knee replacement?

There are certain signs and symptoms that might indicate that you need knee replacement surgery to improve your movement and quality of life.

• Persistent pain that does not get resolved with medication or physical therapy
• The excruciating pain that can disrupt your sleep
• Stiff joints or swelling
• Deformity in the knees that can result in bowing of the knee joints
• General difficulty in performing daily activities such as climbing stairs or even walking

Replacement surgery is one of the ideal treatment plans for pain and disability.

What is robotic knee replacement? 

A robotic knee replacement surgery is quite similar to a conventional or traditional replacement. In this procedure, the orthopedic surgeon in India removes the damaged or worn-out tissue from the knee joint and replaces it with an artificial joint.

This procedure is known as a robotic replacement because it is done with the assistance of a robotic arm which is a programmed robotic device. There are several advantages associated with a robotic knee replacement.

• A robotic knee replacement procedure allows greater precision during the procedure for the placement of the prosthesis.
• It leads to shorter recovery times and enhanced results.
• This procedure offers a better balance in the surrounding soft tissues of the knee and also results in a better alignment of the knee joint after the procedure.
• Enhanced surgical planning of this procedure  
• Results in an accurate plan and optimal size and placement of the joint replacement thus ensuring a perfect fit.

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What type of patient is suitable for a robotic knee replacement?

Patients who fail to recover from medication and physical therapy are often suitable candidates for knee replacement. A robotic knee replacement surgery is a far more superior and technologically advanced joint replacement surgery that is performed to restore a patient’s function of the joint and help them return to their daily routine. 

Since this is a major surgery and an important decision, the treatment plans are always customized according to the patient’s needs. In certain patients, traditional knee replacement surgery is still recommended.

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery – Aftermath

The recovery and rehabilitation steps after a knee replacement surgery are crucial to the overall success of the procedure. These plans are often customized and planned according to the patient’s condition and lifestyle.

What is the average hospital stay and recovery time after knee replacement surgery?

Patients who undergo robotic knee replacement surgery are often able to leave the hospital within 1 to 4 days and are able to take care of themselves and resume most activities within 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.

Most of the patients recover after 3 months, though it can take 6 months or longer in some cases before they are fully recovered. Read More.