Robotic Knee Replacement

Age alone is not the deciding factor. Patients from their 50s to late 80s undergo successful replacement; what matters is fitness for anaesthesia, the severity of arthritis, and how much pain limits your life. Modern implants lasting 20–25 years also make surgery reasonable for younger patients with severe disease.

With modern multimodal pain management — nerve blocks, local infiltration and scheduled medication — most patients describe the pain as far less than they feared, and are walking comfortably within 24 hours.

Yes, for medically fit patients, both knees can be done in one anaesthesia (bilateral TKR) — one hospital stay and one recovery period. Your cardiac and general fitness are assessed first.

High-flexion implant designs and robotic alignment allow many patients to regain deep bending. This depends on your pre-operative flexibility and is discussed honestly during planning.

Cost depends on implant brand, whether one or both knees are done, robotic system used, hospital tier and room category — there is no single fixed price. A detailed, written estimate is given after your consultation. See our full cost guide for indicative ranges and what drives them.

Most health insurance and Mediclaim policies in India cover knee replacement, including cashless treatment at network hospitals, subject to your policy terms and any waiting period for joint conditions. Bring your policy details to the consultation for a clear answer specific to your plan.

Robotic assistance improves implant alignment accuracy and can mean less soft-tissue trauma, but it is one factor among several — surgeon experience matters most either way. See our honest robotic vs. traditional comparison for a side-by-side look, including who it does and doesn't suit.