HIP & KNEE
Alleviating the struggles of joint conditions
Don’t Let Knee Pain Slow You Down
For patients with a diseased or damaged knee who have found no pain relief from conservative treatments, custom knee replacement surgery is an option to discuss with your orthopaedic specialist. Kayal Orthopaedic Center is proud to offer various types of knee replacements, which allows our patients and their surgeon to choose the best approach based on their individual needs and characteristics.
The most common type of unicompartmental knee replacement is patellofemoral knee replacement. This surgery replaces the knee compartment between the kneecap (patella) and the lower leg bone (tibia). Partial, or unicompartmental, knee replacement surgery replaces only the damaged part of the knee: the medial, lateral or patellofemoral compartment. This better preserves range of motion and knee function, because it retains the healthy cartilage and bone in the knee. Surgeons substitute the damaged tissue with a long-lasting, synthetic material.
Dr. Kayal has undergone specialized training to perform total knee, partial knee, and patellofemoral replacements with the assistance of the Mako robotic arm. Robotic-assisted surgery enhances precision and accuracy. It can result in less pain, speedier recuperation, and better alignment of the new joint.
Our surgeons use minimally invasive techniques to perform these procedures. This means they use only a 3- to 4-inch incision, as opposed to the typical 8- to 12-inch incision often required for total knee replacement surgery.
Treatment For
Such injuries include, but are not limited to:
Knee Replacement Surgery Stops Knee Pain From Slowing You Down
Dr. Kayal is specially trained to use the Mako robotic arm for custom total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, and patellofemoral replacement surgery. The robotic arm helps smooth and shorten recovery times because it allows the surgeon to align and position the new knee with greater precision. Robotic-assisted surgery combines the skill and judgment of the surgeon with the accuracy and control of robotics.
Dr. Kayal, a sports medicine specialist, is the regional pioneer of yet another cutting-edge advancement in custom knee replacement surgery: Zimmer® Patient Specific Instrumented (PSI) computer-assisted navigation technology using Zimmer’s® most advanced Persona® knee replacement implants.
This technology allows the new joint to be custom-fitted to your anatomy, which speeds rehabilitation and optimizes surgical outcomes. PSI begins with painless and radiation-free MRI imaging and preoperative planning tools that result in a 3-dimensional model of the knee joint. Accurately depicting the unique properties of your knee, the model becomes a precise surgical tool that guides bone cutting, joint alignment, pin insertion, and custom instrumentation. Essentially, PSI technology allows surgeons to perform a virtual knee replacement in advance of your surgery—and replace your damaged joint with a new knee designed specifically for your body and lifestyle.
Dr. Kayal and his team of knee surgeons perform these progressive implant procedures. Paired with proven, minimally invasive surgical techniques, robotic-assisted surgery and PSI offer a number of benefits over traditional knee replacement surgery.
Pre-Op & Aftercare
What you can expect before, during and after orthopaedic surgery
We believe that an informed patient is a happy and healthy patient. That’s why we encourage you to ask questions about your upcoming appointment or surgery. It’s also important to provide our team with any important medical records or personal information. To prep for an appointment and speed waiting time, visit our Patient Portal and download any necessary forms. Or, read more about your Pre-Op and Aftercare here.
Discover the advantages
● Alignment accuracy: Improved knee implant fit and maximized joint stability● Minimal invasiveness: Less bone cutting than traditional knee replacement surgery● Expedited surgery: Pre-planning helps to reduce time in surgery and can hasten post-surgical recovery.● True customization: Just like your favorite suit, your knee joint is tailor-made for you.
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