Computer Navigation Knee Replacement

The success of knee replacement surgeries is dependent on accurate alignment and implantation of the parts. While surgeons are experts at performing these surgeries, they now have the assistance of computer navigation to make the process of aligning the implant easier. Minimally invasive wireless probes transmit data pertaining to the movement of the knee to a computer. This data is then used to create real-time images that provide the surgeon and in-depth view of the way their patient's knee functions. These probes remain active throughout the surgery to provide intra-operative feedback regarding the accuracy of placement and alignment to maximize the consistence and accuracy of the replacement joint. This method has also demonstrated a decreased amount of blood loss because the probe does not need to cross the intramedullary canal of the femur.