What are the measures that we have to care after Robotic Knee Replacement?
                     DR. 
SUNIL  
RAJAN
Head of Department
Apollo Institute of Orthopaedics, 
Apollo  Hospitals, Indore
M.S Orthopedics,
Specialization: Joint Replacement 
Surgery
What are the measures that we have to care after 
Robotic Knee Replacement?
Robotic knee replacement surgeries:- Robotic knee replacement surgery is an evolution to 
the field of orthopedics, because of effective and accurate way of working, using the robotic 
assistive techniques surgeon can now operate more effectively with least chances of the 
error and with extra advanced methodologies. In total need replacement the whole knee is 
replaced using a prosthetic implant which is the replica of the same knee, this procedure is 
generally done to reduce the problems related to the knee joint like pain and to provide 
more stability to the joint, proper shape and to retain the normal movements.
Along with the efficiency and accuracy there are many advantages of robotic knee 
replacement surgery that include:-
• No damage to the bones
• No blood loss
• More reliable
• Faster recovery
• Include combination of surgeon expertise and robots precision
• Less hospital stays
Recovering from robotic knee 
replacement surgery can be a little 
bit challenging for some people 
otherwise for some people it's a easy 
process. For many people the first 
few days are more difficult at home, 
The person who have gone robotic 
need replacement can experience 
radiating pain and tiredness this may 
be frustrating during the initial 
recovery phase. It is very important 
for the patient to adapt the new role 
and to fulfill the basic needs during 
the recovery phase as easy as 
possible without any external 
frustration or application.
Doing the recovery phase there can 
be many complications which the 
patient faces and which can lead to 
further serious problems.
Here are some of the measures that person should take care after robotic knee 
replacement.
1) Start with the basic:- The very first thing which a person should take care in recovery 
phase is home modification and work simplification, always try to start with the basic like 
room preparation and the best resting position, some of the most common things that 
should be changed or should be added to your room during the recovery phase is
• Ice packs for the knee
• Pillows to keep the knee elevated
• Urinal should be easily accessible
• Walker or crutches
• Comfortable sleep wear
• Easily accessible and adjustable bed
• Comfortable shoes or foot wears
2) Take the medications on time:- It is very important for a person to take all the 
medications on time for better recovery and enhance performance, always try to schedule 
and monitor the prescription that the doctor suggest and take medications for better 
recovery.
3) Be motivated for 
rehabilitation and 
exercises:- Always be active 
and stay motivated for 
exercising and rehabilitation 
after few weeks of this surgery 
this means walking for at least 
30 minutes to or 3 times a day 
is more than enough, it is also 
recommended that exercise in 
should be done for at least 20 
to 30 minutes to or 3 times a 
day. During the initial phases 
you may experience pain while 
walking or exercising but this 
is normal, to get good results 
and hunts your efforts , 
knowing the recovery time can 
help along with the exercises.
4) Avoid heavy lifting:- It is very important to avoid any kind of such activities that includes 
heavy weight lifting or twisting of knee this may lead to worsen the condition and can create 
further rupture in the joint. Try to avoid filld water buckets, overweight cartoons and always 
try not to get into any slippery surface that can cause twisting of the knee.
Proper preparation can be very helpful and successful during the care of someone after the 
robotic knee replacement surgery, it may take 3 to 6 months for a person to return to their 
usual activities and can take up to a year to strengthen the knee and get back to the 
routine, be prepared, stay strong.
If you are searching for best Knee specialist in Indore, then come to Dr. Rajan's Knee Clinic, as 
Dr. Sunil Rajan is one of the best Robotic Joint Implant Surgeons and 
Orthopaedic Surgeons in Indore. 
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