Wednesday 31 July 2019

How Is Kinematic Knee Replacement Different From A Conventional Knee Replacement?

The conventional technique of knee replacement has been yielding positive clinical outcomes since 1968. But still, some complications persist despite better surgical precision and improved implant quality.  To avoid such complications, the technique of kinematic alignment was introduced in knee replacement surgery. The development in surgical technology has facilitated in implementing kinematic alignment for total knee replacement.  

The first, kinematically aligned total knee replacement surgery was performed by Dr. Howell in 2006. In India, Kinematic alignment in knee replacement is first introduced by Rathimed Hospital, Chennai and was performed by renowned Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Ragunanthan. 

With the kinematic knee replacement procedure, a damaged knee is replaced with an artificial knee in natural alignment. The main goal is to position the implant at the joint line of the knee and  align the knee naturally. Due to the natural positioning, the patient may feel like normal knee. Patients who underwent kinematic knee replacement have experienced drastic relief from knee pain and more satisfied. The technique is fast, less painful and one can return to normal activities within no time.


Let's see what makes it different from conventional or traditional knee replacement

In kinematic knee replacement surgery, the shape of the implant complements the amount of damage happened to the knee. In this technique, ligament (a membranous fold which supports and keeps an organ in a position) is spared and it is not released to correct the distortion. But, in the conventional knee replacement procedure, this important ligament is often released to correct the deformity. 

Many people after a kinematic knee replacement have experienced quick recovery and great comfortability when compared to traditional methods. Around 20 to 25 percent of people with conventional knee replacement procedure has complained of pain, stiffness, and instability

Kinematic knee replacement is a minimally invasive procedure with a low risk of infection and very less risk of complications when compared to the conventional methods of knee replacement. 

There are many advantages associated with kinematic knee replacement surgery. Some of them are:
  • It preserves more of a patient's bone and ligaments.
  • It improves the implant fit and alignment.
  • Less pain.
  • Quicker return to normal activities after the surgery.
  • Better flexibility and a greater range of motion.

Kinematic knee replacement is a specialized procedure and special training is required to perform the procedure and Dr. Ragunanthan is the first Orthopedic Surgeon in India who mastered kinematic alignment for knee replacement.

Book an appointment with him now.
Blog reviewed by: Dr.N.Ragunanthan
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3 comments:

  1. Interesting infromation you have shared, Thanks for sharing such informative blog with us. It is really very valuable for us.
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