Experts bat for modern knee replacement tailored to patients
Orthopedic surgeons at Parvathy Hospital are advocating for personalized knee replacement surgeries that prioritize individual patient anatomy over traditional mechanical alignment. By using kinematic alignment and medial-pivot implants, the procedure aims to replicate natural biomechanics and improve long-term joint function.
Why it matters
This shift toward personalized orthopedic care represents a significant advancement in treating osteoarthritis, potentially leading to better patient mobility and reduced recovery complications.
Modern knee replacement surgeries are about positioning the implant according to a patient’s individual anatomy rather than relying on conventional mechanical alignment, experts at Parvathy Hospital said.
Vetri Kumar, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at the hospital, said they have been performing total knee replacement procedures using the Evolution Medial-Pivot Knee System and a kinematic alignment approach. The implant is designed to preserve medial stability while allowing physiological rotational movement, with the aim of replicating the biomechanics of a healthy knee.
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