Knee replacement surgery has completely transformed how we treat damaged knees. By replacing a worn-out knee with an artificial joint, orthopedic surgeons were able to effectively “turn back the clock” on patients suffering from severe knee issues.
Every decade witnesses improvements in the way surgery is done, effectively enhancing its benefits because it drives the surgery outcomes and recovery times. VISIONAIRE—Patient Matched Technology for Knee Replacement Surgery is one significant step in that direction.
What is VISIONAIRE—Patient Matched Technology for Knee Replacement Surgery? How does it radically improve surgery outcomes in knee replacement cases? Let us find out in this blog.
Knee Replacement Surgery – Challenges That Led to VISIONAIRE:
In knee replacement surgery, the surgeon removes the damaged cartilage and replaces it with artificial components made of metal and plastic. The effectiveness of this procedure largely depends on how well the implant fits and how perfectly it aligns with the new joint.
While the surgeon’s skill plays a significant role, the design of the artificial implant is equally essential. When the surgeon’s skill and expertise are considered equal in all cases, the design of the implant can significantly impact the success of the surgeries and the smoothness of the recovery process.
Because every patient is different, there could still be instances where the fit isn’t as seamless. This suboptimal fit can sometimes lead to complications, making the surgery longer and more complex and prolonging recovery.
“The knee anatomy of every patient is unique; hence, alignment is a complex and challenging part of the surgery. A misaligned implant, even by a few degrees, directly impacts how well the implant works and functions. Sub-optimal alignment most likely leads to poor function, uneven wearing of implants, and eventually premature failure. So the importance of a perfect and seamless implant cannot be understated,” says top knee replacement surgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Niraj Vora.
Today’s medical technology has focused on creating a customized implant fit for every patient to overcome these challenges and achieve high-precision knee surgery in every case. VISIONAIRE Patented Technology is the product of this mission.
VISIONAIRE Knee Replacement Surgery in Mumbai –How Does It Work?
VISIONAIRE Patient Matched Technology utilizes the patient’s own MRI and X-ray images to create custom-built surgical instruments that perfectly fit their unique knee anatomy. The data is directly obtained from the patient’s structural anatomy, ensuring that the implants achieve perfect alignment and match the exact contours and shape of the knee.
“We work with the technology engineers during our pre-surgical planning to ensure the angles and bone cuts are precise, allowing the implant to fit perfectly in the specific location,” says Visionaire knee replacement surgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Niraj Vora.
But that’s not all! The VISIONAIRE patented technology allows surgeons to perform the surgery digitally with the customized knee replacement plan even before the actual surgery is done. This way, the process is made as precise and seamless as possible, less invasive, and highly successful.