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Computer-assisted Orthopedic Surgery
Knee replacement surgery continues to advance with less invasive incisions, improved anesthetic techniques, and managed rehabilitation - all of which combine to accelerate recovery and return to activity.
Computer-assisted surgery gives the surgeon a three-dimensional image of the patient's knee, and potential component placement and alignment. This allows the surgeon to plan and evaluate surgical cuts and the implication of placement of the implants before any cuts are actually made. In this way, fine tuning of the implant placement and limb alignment can be made to hopefully improve results.
Dr. William Barrett was involved in a prospective clinical study comparing the accuracy of computer-assisted knee replacement surgery with traditional knee replacement techniques using mechanical instruments to guide the cuts and alignment. The results of this study were presented at the sixth annual meeting of the International Society of Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery in Montreal, Canada in June of 2006.
For more information about computer-assisted knee replacement surgery, click here.
To learn more about VOA Research Foundation's knee replacement studies call 425-656-5060, ext. 3063. Rotating Platform Knee
Deciding to have knee replacement surgery is an involved process that calls for an in-depth evaluation of the patient's age, activity level, weight and degree of arthritis or joint deterioration. Once the choice is made to have knee replacement surgery, a next step is deciding which knee implant is the best choice for the patient's lifestyle. For those with more active lifestyles, the rotating platform knee may be the ideal implant.
Compared to a more traditional fixed bearing implant, the unique design of the rotating platform knee includes swiveling parts that allows a range of motion more like the natural movements of the knee. This more fluid movement may exceed traditional fixed bearing implants in returning active knee replacement patients to an energetic lifestyle.
VOA Research Foundation is following patients with the rotating platform knee in a study to compare the benefits with traditional fixed bearing implants.
As with any surgery, there are risks. Each patient responds differently depending on their unique situation. Talk with your surgeon about the best implant choice for you.
For more information about the rotating platform knee, click here.
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VOA Renton Clinic  4011 Talbot Road S
Suite 300
Renton, WA 98055
Phone: 425.656.5060
Fax: 425.656.5047
VOA Covington Clinic  27005 168th Pl SE
Suite 201
Covington, WA 98042
Phone: 253.630.3660
Fax: 253.631.1591 |
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Knee Replacement Studies 
