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Computer Assisted Hip and Knee Replacement

Computer assisted hip and knee replacement uses imaging and computer data to help guide implant positioning and alignment.

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About The Procedure

What Patients Need To Understand First.

Computer assisted surgery combines advanced technology with surgical skill and experience.

Computer data and imaging can guide bone removal and implant positioning during hip and knee replacement planning.

Augmented reality has potential for three-dimensional feedback during knee replacement.

Clinical Fit

Candidacy Depends On The Details.

This technology applies to hip and knee replacement planning.
The appropriate role of computer assistance is determined by the surgeon and the patient's condition.
The page describes augmented reality as a potential tool, not a universal requirement.

Computer assisted benefits

Computer assisted planning focuses on alignment, bone preparation, and recovery support.

Computer data and imaging guide surgeons while removing bone.
More accurate positioning can support better post-surgical limb alignment.
Properly aligned implants may last longer.
Minimized blood loss may support faster recovery energy.

Augmented reality potential

Augmented reality is a developing tool that can give surgeons a three-dimensional view and real-time feedback.

Three-dimensional ligament view.
Real-time feedback while removing bone and cartilage.
Less need to look away from the patient to a separate screen.

What To Expect

A Procedure Path, Not A Guess.

Imaging

Computer data and imaging help guide preparation for the replacement.

Alignment

The technology supports implant positioning and limb alignment decisions.

Execution

The surgeon applies the technology in the operating plan while keeping the patient's anatomy central.

Recovery Planning

Recovery Has A Sequence.

Recovery timing depends on the procedure, the patient, and the surgeon's guidance.

Implant fit

Precise positioning supports fit and alignment goals.

Blood loss

Minimized blood loss can help preserve energy during recovery.

Durability

Properly aligned implants may last longer.

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