Next-Gen Knee Replacement: Precision Without the Radiation

If you’ve been told you need knee replacement surgery, you might worry about the extra hurdles: CT scans, high radiation exposure, and weeks of waiting for a custom mold to be manufactured.

At RoboKnees, we do things differently. We specialize in Imageless Robotic Knee Replacement—a cutting-edge, ultra-precise surgical advancement that completely eliminates the need for pre-operative CT scans or MRIs. You get a perfect, tailor-made fit using real-time digital mapping right in the operating room.

What is Imageless Robotic Knee Replacement?

Traditional robotic surgery relies on static, 3D images taken days or weeks before your procedure. Imageless robotics changes the game by using advanced computer software and infrared tracking sensors during the actual surgery.

Your surgeon uses a specialized digital probe to map the unique, exact contours and landmarks of your knee joint in real-time. The system captures the precise anatomy, ligament tension, and range of motion of your live joint. This data creates a dynamic, fluid digital model that guides the robotic-assisted tool with sub-millimeter accuracy, ensuring your implant matches your natural anatomy perfectly.

Frequently Ask Questions

How can a robot be precise without a CT scan or MRI?

Instead of relying on an old, static picture (like a CT scan), the technology uses a specialized optical tracker and software in the operating room. Your surgeon captures multiple anatomical points on your actual bone structure during surgery. The computer instantly compiles these points to create a highly accurate, 3D digital map of your knee that is entirely unique to you.

Is imageless robotic surgery safer than traditional robotic surgery?

Yes, primarily because it eliminates the radiation exposure associated with pre-operative CT scans. Furthermore, because the mapping happens live, it accounts for your joint's current flexibility and ligament laxity, minimizing the risk of soft tissue damage.

Not at all. Your orthopedic surgeon is in complete control the entire time. The robotic system acts as an ultra-precise digital guide. It provides boundaries that prevent the surgeon's instruments from crossing outside the safe, planned zone, ensuring flawless execution of the surgical plan.

The Happy Knee Cocktail is highly effective for individuals suffering from chronic knee osteoarthritis, persistent post-surgical pain, or those who want to delay joint replacement surgery. It is also an excellent option for patients who cannot take oral pain medications due to stomach, kidney, or heart concerns.

Who is a good candidate for imageless robotic knee replacement?

Most patients who qualify for a standard total or partial knee replacement are excellent candidates for the imageless robotic approach. It is particularly beneficial for individuals who want to avoid radiation, have retained hardware from previous surgeries that might distort CT images, or need to schedule their surgery quickly.