Dr. Jain of LBJI Performs Robotically Assisted Knee Replacement
Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute (LBJI) is once again making headlines by continuing to stay at the forefront of orthopedic technology. Dr. Neel P. Jain, a fellowshiptrained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, recently became the first LBJI surgeon to offer robotically assisted knee replacement.
Mako SmartRobotics™ represents the latest advancement in total knee replacement surgery. Compared to traditional manual techniques, Mako offers greater precision, potentially leading to less post-operative pain and shorter recovery times.
“This technology increases surgical accuracy and allows for more precise bone cuts,” says Dr. Jain. “It also minimizes trauma to surrounding tissues and structures, such as ligaments, resulting in a better-balanced knee.”
Prior to surgery, a CT scan of the patient’s knee is used to create a personalized 3D virtual model of the joint. This enables detailed, patient-specific surgical planning. Using the 3D model, the surgeon evaluates bone structure, disease severity, joint alignment, and surrounding tissue to determine the optimal implant size, placement, and alignment.
In the operating room, Dr. Jain guides the robotic arm to remove arthritic bone and cartilage with precision. The technology assists in performing the surgery with extreme accuracy, and creates a virtual boundary, providing tactile resistance to help the surgeon stay within the exact parameters of the surgical plan.
Throughout the procedure, Mako delivers real-time data, allowing the surgeon to assess joint movement and ligament tension and make adjustments as needed to enhance outcomes.
Dr. Jain is certified in robotic-assisted total knee replacement and is proud to bring this innovative technology to his patients. “This level of precision allows me to make the new knee feel more like the patient’s natural joint,” he said.
