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Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery by Dr Neelesh Damani

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery

Robotic knee replacement is an advanced form of total knee arthroplasty that uses robotic technology to help the surgeon plan and execute the procedure with exceptional precision. The system assists in accurate bone preparation and implant positioning while the surgeon remains fully in control throughout the operation.

Dr Neelesh Damani, Consultant Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon, offers robotic total knee replacement as part of his specialised joint replacement practice. The goal is to achieve better alignment, more natural joint feel and improved long-term function for patients suffering from advanced knee arthritis or damage.

Why You May Need Robotic Knee Replacement

  • Severe osteoarthritis causing constant pain and stiffness in the knee
  • Difficulty walking, climbing stairs or performing daily activities
  • Knee deformity (bow-leg or knock-knee) due to advanced arthritis
  • Failure of medicines, injections and physiotherapy to give lasting relief
  • Desire for more precise implant placement and potentially better long-term results
  • Need for a durable solution that restores mobility and quality of life

How Robotic Knee Replacement Is Performed

  • Detailed pre-operative planning using advanced imaging and robotic software
  • Personalised 3D model of the patient’s knee to guide implant size and position
  • Robotic arm assists the surgeon in precise bone cuts within planned boundaries
  • Real-time feedback helps achieve optimal alignment and soft-tissue balance
  • Surgeon remains in complete control at every step of the procedure
  • Focus on accurate placement for improved function and implant longevity

Not every patient with knee pain needs a replacement. Many improve with weight management, physiotherapy, medicines or injections. When the joint surface is severely damaged and conservative measures no longer help, knee replacement becomes a reliable option to relieve pain and restore movement.

Dr Neelesh Damani uses robotic technology as a precision tool to enhance the accuracy of conventional joint replacement principles. The robotic system does not replace the surgeon’s judgement — it supports it — helping achieve consistent alignment and balanced soft tissues that are important for a comfortable, well-functioning knee.

Conditions Commonly Treated with Robotic Knee Replacement

Robotic-assisted total knee replacement is most often recommended for the following problems:

Advanced Osteoarthritis

Severe wear of the knee joint cartilage leading to pain, swelling and progressive loss of movement.

Rheumatoid & Inflammatory Arthritis

Inflammatory conditions that destroy the joint surface and cause persistent pain and deformity.

Post-Traumatic Arthritis

Knee damage that develops years after a fracture or major ligament injury.

Knee Deformity

Significant bow-leg or knock-knee alignment that affects walking and joint loading.

Failed Previous Knee Surgery

Selected cases where earlier procedures have not provided lasting relief and the joint is severely damaged.

Avascular Necrosis

Loss of blood supply to a portion of the knee bone leading to collapse and secondary arthritis.

Symptoms That May Indicate the Need for Knee Replacement

Consider a specialist opinion if you experience any of the following:

  • Persistent knee pain that interferes with sleep or daily activities
  • Stiffness that makes it hard to bend or straighten the knee fully
  • Swelling, grinding sensation or feeling of instability in the knee
  • Difficulty walking more than short distances or climbing stairs
  • Visible deformity or progressive bowing of the leg
  • Little or no lasting benefit from medicines, injections or physiotherapy

Our Approach to Robotic Knee Replacement

The decision for knee replacement is never taken lightly. Dr Neelesh Damani first explores all appropriate non-surgical options. When surgery is the right choice, robotic assistance is used to enhance precision in planning and execution.

The robotic system helps create a personalised surgical plan based on the patient’s unique anatomy. During the operation it provides real-time guidance so that bone cuts and implant positioning stay within the planned safe zones. This supports accurate alignment and balanced soft tissues — both important for comfort and long-term function.

After surgery, early mobilisation and structured physiotherapy are started as soon as it is safe. Clear guidance is given on activity progression, wound care and long-term joint protection so that patients can return to an active, independent life with confidence.

Your Joint Replacement Specialist

Dr Neelesh Damani

Consultant Orthopaedic & Spine Surgeon

11+ Years Experience | MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)

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