Q. I have knee osteoarthritis. After four years of pain medications, knee braces, and steroid shots, I’ve decided to have total knee replacement. I’m considering finding a surgeon who uses robotics. What’s the difference?
A
Knee replacement is an option when osteoarthritis can no longer be managed with nonsurgical measures, such as physical therapy, exercise and the ones you name. The surgery involves removing damaged cartilage and bone and replacing them with metal and plastic implants. Total knee replacement is one of the most common and successful surgeries in the United States. A growing number are being done with the assistance of robotic systems.
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