In short
- Knee replacement planned and positioned with a computer-guided system. The surgeon performs the operation.
- Treats: Osteoarthritis of the knee; Rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis; Bow legs or knock knees caused by arthritis.
- A video consultation works well to review your X-rays and talk through robotic and traditional knee replacement.
- Treated by Dr. Yash S. Shah, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), at Bodyline Hospital, Paldi, Ahmedabad.
Robotic-assisted knee replacement
The robot does not operate on its own. Dr. Yash Shah performs the surgery, and explains at your consultation whether the robotic or the traditional method suits your knee better.
Knee replacement planned and positioned with a computer-guided system. The surgeon performs the operation.
What it treats
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis
- Bow legs or knock knees caused by arthritis
- Knees damaged by an old fracture or injury
Common symptoms
- Knee pain that limits how far you can walk
- Pain at night or at rest
- Stiffness, swelling or a grinding feeling
- A visible change in the shape of the leg
Robotic knee replacement: when to see a doctor
- You have been advised a knee replacement and want to understand the robotic option
- Pain is affecting sleep, work or daily routine
- Medicines, physiotherapy or injections no longer help enough
- You want a clear second opinion before deciding
Robotic knee replacement: treatment options
Non-surgical care first
Weight management, strengthening exercises, medicines and injections are tried before surgery is considered.
Planning for your knee
Your X-rays and examination guide the plan. The computer-guided system helps place the implant precisely during surgery.
Robotic or traditional
Both methods are available at Bodyline Hospital. Dr. Yash Shah explains the difference for your knee, without pressure either way.
Robotic knee replacement: recovery
Most patients start walking with support soon after surgery and follow a physiotherapy plan for the following weeks. Recovery time differs from person to person.
Who treats you
Dr. Yash S. Shah consults and operates at Bodyline Hospital, Paldi. He trained in joint replacement and arthroscopy in Mumbai, and at NYU Langone, New York and Johns Hopkins, Baltimore.
Consultation room, Bodyline Hospital, Paldi 
At the NYU Langone joint replacement centre, New York 
During international training
Video or clinic?
A video consultation works well to review your X-rays and talk through robotic and traditional knee replacement. A clinic examination is needed before surgery is planned.
Video consultation fee ₹1,000.
Questions
Does the robot do the operation?
No. The surgeon performs the operation. The computer-guided system helps plan the operation and position the implant precisely.
Is robotic knee replacement right for everyone?
Not always. Whether robotic or traditional replacement suits you is discussed at your consultation, after looking at your knee and your X-rays.
This page is general information to help you understand your options. It is not a diagnosis or personal medical advice. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital emergency department.