Manipal Hospital raised awareness about robotic-assisted knee replacement surgeries, emphasizing the pressing issues surrounding osteoarthritis, particularly among the elderly.
Esteemed orthopedic specialists from Manipal Hospital, including Dr. Raj Devashis Chakravarty, Dr. R. Raghavendra Reddy, and Dr. Rajesh Srinivas, participated in the event. Dr. Chakravarty addressed why the elderly are more prone to joint pain and knee problems, stressing the importance of updating their knowledge on preventing osteoarthritis and exploring effective treatment options.
He introduced the audience to the Mako Smart RoboticsTM for Total Knee Replacement (TKR), stating, "Orthopedic surgeons have an affinity for technological toys, and the Mako Robotic System is the newest addition to their surgical arsenal, all set to become the future of joint replacement surgery." Mako Smart RoboticsTM offers three unique features: 3D CT-based planning, AccuStopTM haptic technology, and insightful data analytics, enabling highly precise orthopedic surgeries with enhanced patient outcomes. Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, known for its commitment to advanced technology, elaborated on the system's features, emphasizing real-time data during surgery for precise bone cuts and alignments.
Dr. Rajesh Srinivas highlighted how Mako Smart RoboticsTM is poised to revolutionize orthopedic surgeries, offering advantages over conventional methods such as minimally invasive approaches, precise bone cuts, optimal implant placement, reduced risk of complications, post-operative pain, faster recovery, and shorter hospital stays. During the discussion, the doctors covered various factors, including patient eligibility criteria for robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery, the recovery period, and the rehabilitation process. They expressed hope that better awareness about robotic-assisted orthopedic surgeries and their advantages will lead to greater acceptance among the public.
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