Robotic Knee Replacement

At 206 Reasons Orthocare, we believe that every millimeter matters when it comes to your mobility. Robotic Knee Replacement is the latest evolution in joint care, combining Dr. Ruchit Shah’s surgical expertise with advanced computer-guided precision.

A Common Myth: It is important to know that the robot does not perform the surgery. Dr. Ruchit Shah is in control 100% of the time. The robotic system acts as a high-tech assistant that provides real-time data and “guardrails,” ensuring that the plan we create for your knee is executed with sub-millimeter accuracy.

Why Choose Robotic Surgery?

We recommend this advanced option because it aligns perfectly with our philosophy of preserving your body’s natural structure (“The 206 Reasons”):

• Personalized 3D Planning: Before or during surgery, the system creates a 3D virtual model of your unique knee anatomy. This allows Dr. Shah to “perform” the surgery virtually before making a single cut, ensuring the implant is sized and positioned perfectly for you.

• Bone Preservation: The robotic arm ensures that we remove only the precise amount of damaged bone needed to fit the implant. This preserves more of your healthy bone and soft tissue than traditional manual methods.

• Ligament Protection: The system helps balance your knee’s ligaments perfectly, which prevents the “tight” or “unstable” feeling some patients experience with traditional surgery.

The Procedure

1. Mapping: Your knee’s anatomy is mapped (often using a CT scan or real-time mapping) to create a digital blueprint.

2. Planning: Dr. Shah adjusts the virtual implant on the screen to ensure optimal alignment and rotation.

3. Execution: Dr. Shah guides the robotic arm to prepare the bone. If he moves even a fraction of a millimeter outside the safety zone, the robot stops automatically to protect your nerves and arteries.

4. Placement: The implant is fitted into the perfectly prepared space, often resulting in a tighter, more natural fit.

The “206 Reasons” Advantage

Patients who opt for Robotic Knee Replacement with Dr. Shah often experience:

• Less Pain: Because the robot prevents unnecessary tissue trauma, there is typically less swelling and post-surgical pain.

• Faster Rehabilitation: Many patients are walking within hours of surgery and return to their daily lives weeks sooner than with traditional methods.

• A “Natural” Knee: The precision alignment often leads to a knee that feels less “mechanical” and more like your original joint.

(Note: Dr. Ruchit Shah performs these specialized procedures at his attached state-of-the-art hospitals in South Mumbai (e.g., Wockhardt, Bhatia, etc.) where these robotic systems are installed, while all pre-op and post-op care is managed personally at our Tardeo clinic.)