Robotic-Assisted Uncemented Knee Replacement Performed in Mumbai

Mumbai, Mar 10:  A robotic-assisted Uncemented total knee replacement has been successfully performed in Mumbai by Dr. Vividh Makwana, highlighting the growing integration of robotic precision with biologically fixed implants in joint replacement surgery.

 The procedure utilised robotic-assisted technology for detailed pre-operative planning based on three-dimensional imaging and for guiding accurate bone preparation, implant positioning, and joint balancing during surgery. Enhanced precision is considered particularly important in Uncemented knee replacement, where implant stability depends on exact alignment and bone contact rather than cement bonding.

Unlike conventional knee replacements that use medical-grade bone cement to secure artificial components to bone, Uncemented implants are engineered with a specialized porous surface that allows the patient’s own bone to gradually grow into the implant. This process, known as biological fixation, is intended to create stable anchoring over time through natural bone ingrowth.

Dr. Vividh Makwana said,

“For many patients with advanced knee arthritis, the real goal of surgery is not just pain relief but restoring confidence in movement and improving quality of life. Every knee replacement requires careful evaluation of the patient’s overall joint condition, bone strength, and functional needs before deciding on the most suitable treatment approach. When the procedure is matched well to the patient and followed by structured rehabilitation, it can significantly improve mobility and day-to-day independence. Equally important is guiding patients through recovery with physiotherapy and lifestyle adjustments so that the new joint supports comfortable, long-term activity.”

Knee osteoarthritis remains one of the leading causes of chronic knee pain among individuals over 50. Patients commonly experience persistent pain, stiffness after rest, swelling, and increasing difficulty with activities such as walking or climbing stairs. While early-stage management includes medication, physiotherapy, weight control, and joint injections, surgery is considered when conservative measures fail to restore adequate function.

A patient with advanced arthritis unresponsive to conservative treatment said,

 “I had been living with constant knee pain for years, and everyday activities had become exhausting. After the surgery and ongoing physiotherapy, I am steadily regaining mobility and returning to my normal routine.”

Uncemented fixation may be considered in selected patients, particularly those with good bone quality. Suitability depends on a comprehensive clinical and radiological evaluation.

As robotic systems become more widely adopted in orthopaedic practice and implant technologies continue to evolve, Uncemented knee replacement is emerging as an option for patients seeking long-term biological integration supported by precision-guided surgery. Structured physiotherapy and guided rehabilitation remain essential to restoring strength, mobility, and functional independence following the procedure.