ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY MELBOURNE
Dr David Love – MBBS, PGDipSurgAnat, FRACS.
Treatment Approach of Dr David Love:
What is knee replacement surgery?
Knee Replacement Surgery (Total Knee Replacement) is a surgical procedure to replace the weight-bearing surfaces of the knee joint.
The goal of the surgery is to relieve pain and disability. The arthritic or damaged knee joint is replaced with artificial metal or plastic replacement parts called a ‘prostheses’.
The procedure is usually recommended for older patients who suffer from pain and loss of function from arthritis or have failed results from other conservative methods of knee therapy or treatment.
Typical Knee Replacement Surgery can be performed as a partial or a total knee replacement.
The goals of your knee replacement surgery are to be walking independently and undertake as many normal everyday activities as possible, be able to bend your knee to 100-120 degrees and be pain free.
ROSA® Knee Robotic Technology
ROSA® technology assists Dr Love with data collection before and during surgery in relation to your unique knee anatomy that may affect your implant fit.
This data assists to make more informed decisions and enables Dr Love to plan for and carry out a personalised surgery based upon your individual anatomical needs.
Getting a precise knee implant fit is important to your comfort and overall experience following knee replacement surgery.
During robotic knee replacement surgery
During your knee replacement surgery the ROSA® Knee robotic technology acts as a robotic assistant to Dr Love. The technology utilises a camera and optical trackers attached to your leg. If your leg moves even a fraction, the robot senses and adjusts accordingly.
The ROSA® system helps ensure that the knee surgery plan Dr Love has put into place is executed accurately.
The data provided by the system provides Dr Love with accurate data about your knee to help optimally position your implant based on your unique anatomy.
Rehabilitation
After your knee replacement surgery
Immediately following your surgery, you will be monitored in the recovery room. Dr Love will see you after your surgery and go over your recovery plan. Your stay in hospital may range from one to three days. Recovery times vary from patient to patient. See below for common recovery timeline for most patients:
| Timeline post surgery | Activity level |
|---|---|
| 1 to 2 Days | You will be encouraged to bend your knee, weight bear and walk tentatively. |
| 3 to 5 Days | You will be discharged from hospital and sent home or to rehabilitation facility. |
| 6 Weeks | Follow up appointment with Dr Love (you may be able to drive once you have regain strength and control of your leg) |
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Rehabilitation is a crucial element in determining a successful outcome of your Knee Replacement Surgery. Your rehabilitation is driven by physiotherapy professionals and the hard work and dedication you put in to get back to normal activities.
The rehabilitation process starts the day of the surgery and is an ongoing process for at least 6 months.
Your physiotherapist and the rehabilitation program may help with:
- Reducing post-operative pain and stiffness
- Reducing soft tissue healing times
- Maximising your knee’s range of movement
Dr Love will advise you when and what activities he advises you can return to, and what activities to avoid during your rehabilitation.
Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Melbourne
Dr David Love consults with patients from all over Melbourne in relation to Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery. Dr Love consults in four locations across Melbourne including East Melbourne, Heidelberg, Bundoora and Whittlesea.