Who is a candidate for minimally invasive knee replacement?

The best candidates for minimally invasive knee replacement surgery tend to be: Younger (though opinions vary, this generally means patients younger than 65 years). Thin, not obese or overly muscular. Small or medium framed.

Is there a less invasive knee replacement surgery?

Total knee replacement is a type of surgery to replace a damaged knee joint. A minimally invasive surgery uses a smaller cut (incision) than a traditional total knee replacement. This type of surgery typically requires special tools so that the surgery team can see and do the procedure through the smaller incision.

Does Medicare cover minimally invasive knee replacement?

Outpatient knee replacement Most people receive knee replacement surgery on an inpatient basis. However, Medicare also covers outpatient knee replacement surgery. This involves the person being in the medical facility for less than 24 hours. Part A does not cover outpatient surgical costs.

What is the newest technology in knee replacement?

This latest advancement in joint replacement surgery transforms the way knee replacements are performed. “The Mako system is a revolutionary tool to help joint surgeons be more precise in placing implants to achieve the most appropriate, balanced position possible,” explained orthopedic surgeon Harold Cates, MD.

What type of knee replacement is the best?

A TKR is now among the safest and most effective of all standard orthopedic surgeries. During a TKR, a surgeon removes the surface of your bones that have been damaged by osteoarthritis or other causes and replaces the knee with an artificial implant that is selected to fit your anatomy.

What is a jiffy knee replacement?

Manish Patel is a local orthopedic surgeon who has developed a minimally invasive technique called the Jiffy Total Knee. This procedure is different from a traditional knee replacement in that muscles do not have to be cut to replace the joint, allowing for less pain and a faster recovery.

What does minimally invasive knee replacement mean?

Minimally invasive knee replacement is performed through a shorter incision—typically 4 to 6 inches versus 8 to 10 inches for traditional knee replacement. A smaller incision allows for less tissue disturbance. In addition to a shorter incision, the technique used to open the knee is less invasive.

How long is recovery from minimally invasive knee replacement?

Patients generally have two to three months recovery time. Much of the postoperative pain a patient feels is a result of the cutting of the tissues. While tissues are healing, scar tissue forms, which may cause pain and stiffness.