Augmented-Reality May Be a Game Changer for Hip Replacement Surgery (2024)

FAQs

What is the newest technology in hip replacement surgery? ›

“Augmented reality gives a visualization of the joint that is more dynamic as it is three-dimensional (3D),” said Dr Gikas. “The advanced technology helps with planning the procedure and allows for the best positioning of the implant for each patient during the procedure.

Robot-assisted procedures help ensure that your prosthetic joint fits perfectly. Other benefits include smaller incisions, faster recovery times, and better results than traditional open surgery.

The Mako uses more precise incisions and helps achieve optimal joint alignment. After your surgery, your surgeon and the rest of your care team will monitor your progress, help to relieve discomfort, and chart a course for your at-home recovery.

An osteotomy is a corrective procedure which repositions the ball and socket joint. Damaged bone and tissue is removed so the hip can be restored back to its normal and optimum position. This method relieves pain and by adjusting the hip back into the correct position, weight is once again evenly balanced.

The advertisem*nts might make you think one implant has been shown to be better than others. However, the truth is there is no single "best" joint replacement, because all artificial implants are put through rigorous testing to ensure they meet quality standards.

By enabling surgeons to perform precise incisions and interventions, the technology enhances the overall safety and success of surgical interventions. Furthermore, AR surgical navigation systems can significantly reduce the need for additional radiation exposure, such as fluoroscopy and X-rays.

The primary advantage of immersive augmented reality (AR) in surgical navigation lies in its ability to overlay critical information directly onto the surgeon's field of view. Surgeons often work with diseased or inflamed organs, which can alter in appearance and size from healthy organs.

The main benefit of robotic knee replacement surgery is the higher accuracy and ability to precisely plan the implant positioning to best fit the patient's anatomy. This allows for a highly personalized surgical experience and less pain during the recovery period.

How far can I walk 2 weeks after hip replacement? ›

I recommend that you walk as much as your feel comfortable (at least 2-3 times a day), trying to walk a little further each time. You may walk inside or outside as you feel comfortable. As stated above, you will need a walker or cane for stability for the first 3-6 weeks.

The best hip replacement operation out there, is through the anterior approach. Anterior - meaning from the front of your hip. Most of the country traditionally goes from the posterior approach. The posterior approach works, but post-operative dislocations are higher than the anterior approach.

After about 14 days, most patients are usually feeling better. Somewhere around 2-6 weeks, people really turn a corner after a hip replacement. A full recovery usually takes up to a year, but after 2-3 months, most patients are doing pretty well.

Is there any additional out of pocket cost if I decided to have a robotic hip replacement? All insurance that covers traditional hip replacement cover the robotic hip replacement. There should be no additional cost incurred to the patient for using robotics during hip replacement surgery.

The average inpatient hospital cost of a RA-THA was $20,046 (SD = 6,165) compared with $18,258 (SD = 6,147) for C-THA (P < 0.001; Table 4). The average LOS for RA-THA ( = 2.69, SD = 1.25) was shorter than that of C-THA ( = 2.82, SD = 1.18, P < 0.001). Swipe left or right to view entire table.

Plastic – Highly cross-linked polyethylene is often used for joint replacements and tends to be used with metal. Polyethylene has been reported to have very low-wear properties and is shown to last longer than plastics previously used in joint replacements years ago.

Norman Sharp, now 91 years old, celebrated having the World's longest lasting Hip replacement this week. He was the first patient in the newly formed NHS to have a hip replacement in 1948.

The standard risks of a hip replacement are also possible with the SuperPath® approach, such as infection, bleeding, injury to nerves/ blood vessels, fracture, blood clots, medical complications, fatal complications, dislocation, leg-length difference, long term pain and scar pain.