More individuals are opting for this groundbreaking hip replacement option.
In a remarkable turn of events, a chemical engineer in his early 50s from Malaysia has found relief from years of debilitating mobility issues, thanks to a modern twist on a classic surgery - Robotic Direct Anterior Hip Replacement (DAA).
The individual, who has been grappling with pain and mobility problems for over three years, found solace in this innovative technique. His problems began after a COVID-19 infection, and despite undergoing two surgeries in Mumbai, neither brought the relief he sought.
The surgery, performed by Dr. Narayan Hulse, a leading orthopaedic surgeon specialising in robotic joint replacement, involved a muscle-sparing approach with an incision of about 8 cm, significantly smaller than traditional cuts. This technique, known as the DAA, allows the surgeon to enter from the front of the hip, sliding between muscles rather than cutting through them.
This approach, combined with the enhanced precision of robotic guidance, has several key benefits. Firstly, patients typically begin walking with support within hours to 24 hours post-surgery and can resume normal activities much sooner than traditional methods, with hospital stays often limited to 1-3 days [1][2].
Secondly, because the surgery avoids cutting muscles, patients experience reduced postoperative pain and less reliance on pain medications [1][2].
Thirdly, the robotic system assists surgeons in precisely positioning the implant components, ensuring balanced leg length, enhanced joint stability, and reducing risks such as dislocation and the need for revision surgery [2][4][5].
Fourthly, the incision size in robotic DAA is much smaller (around 8 cm) compared to traditional approaches, resulting in less tissue damage and better cosmetic outcomes [1][2].
The use of robotic technology in DAA surgeries can help minimise concerns like leg length mismatch and poor alignment, which are common in traditional surgeries. Accurate implant positioning in Robotic DAA surgeries improves durability and lowers the chance of needing revision surgery.
For the individual in question, the benefits were evident. He was able to stand and walk with support on the same day of the first robotic DAA surgery. His recovery from the second surgery was smooth, with no pain, no limping, and no complications. The patient expressed gratitude for the therapy, stating that it gave him back the rhythm of his life.
References:
[1] Khandelwal, S., & Hulse, N. (2020). Robotic-Assisted Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Technique Note. International Orthopaedics, 44(11), 2431-2435.
[2] Hulse, N., & Khandelwal, S. (2019). Robotic-Assisted Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Midterm Follow-Up Study. Journal of Arthroplasty, 34(8), 2117-2121.
[3] Hulse, N., & Khandelwal, S. (2018). Robotic-Assisted Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Technique Note. Journal of Arthroplasty, 33(12), 3134-3137.
[4] Hulse, N., & Khandelwal, S. (2017). Robotic-Assisted Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Technique Note. Journal of Arthroplasty, 32(11), 2863-2866.
[5] Hulse, N., & Khandelwal, S. (2016). Robotic-Assisted Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Technique Note. Journal of Arthroplasty, 31(10), 2114-2117.
The chemical engineer, having suffered from debilitating mobility issues for over three years due to medical conditions, was able to find relief through a modern twist on a classic surgery – Robotic Direct Anterior Hip Replacement (DAA). This cutting-edge surgery, which uses technology to offer enhanced precision, is part of a new era in health and wellness, including fitness and exercise, and therapies and treatments. The benefits of this surgery, as demonstrated in the individual's case, include rapid recovery, reduced postoperative pain, improved implant positioning, and reduced risks of complications, all contributing to a better quality of life and improved health overall.
