Have questions about robotic joint replacement, recovery timelines, pain management, and orthopedic care? Find expert answers below.
If you have joint pain, difficulty standing for long periods, severe pain while climbing stairs, difficulty walking long distances, or significant pain while sitting down or getting up, you should consult a doctor.
Any surgery can cause some pain, but with robotic surgery, the discomfort is generally minimal. If there is any post-surgical swelling or discomfort, the patient support team remains available to assist with your recovery and well-being.
Recovery time varies from patient to patient. Some people heal quickly, while others may take longer. Conditions such as diabetes or kidney disease can slow healing. However, with robotic surgery, patients are often discharged the day after the procedure.
Yes. While some precautions are necessary during recovery, the primary goal of surgery is to help you return to a normal, active lifestyle. Robotic surgery is designed to support that outcome.
Minimally invasive surgery uses small incisions and specialized instruments, often guided by a camera or scope. This approach reduces damage to surrounding tissues, promotes faster healing, and can lead to a quicker recovery.
Some pain and tenderness are normal after surgery as the tissues heal. The discomfort is usually manageable, and pain typically decreases significantly after the first week.
Artificial implants generally last 20 years or longer. Their longevity depends on the patient's activity level and how well they follow their doctor's post-surgery recommendations.
In rare cases, an implant or surrounding bone may become infected after surgery, leading to pain or implant loosening. Revision surgery involves removing the old implant and replacing it with a new one. This is very uncommon with robotic surgery.