Robotic Knee Replacement in Ludhiana
Eva Hospital offers robotic-assisted knee replacement using the Johnson & Johnson VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution. The system gives the surgeon real-time information during surgery on deformity, ligament balance, bone cuts, implant position and knee movement. The surgeon remains in control of the operation. Suitability is decided after clinical evaluation.
Consider consulting an orthopaedic doctor if knee pain is affecting walking, stairs, sleep or daily activity.
Johnson & Johnson VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution
Eva Hospital uses the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution by Johnson & Johnson / DePuy Synthes for robotic-assisted knee replacement.
The system helps the surgeon collect real-time information during surgery and use that data to plan implant position, bone cuts, alignment, and knee balance. VELYS™ is a CT-free robotic-assisted system. This means that the surgical plan is created using real-time information collected during the operation rather than depending on a pre-operative CT scan.
This allows the surgeon to personalize the knee replacement according to the patient’s anatomy, deformity, and ligament balance.
Understanding the Procedure
What is Robotic Knee Replacement?
Robotic knee replacement is a form of total knee replacement in which robotic-assisted technology helps the surgeon plan and perform the operation.
In a conventional knee replacement, the surgeon uses standard instruments and surgical judgment to remove damaged bone and cartilage and place the knee implant. In robotic-assisted knee replacement, the surgeon remains fully in control, but the robotic system provides real-time information about the patient’s knee anatomy, alignment, ligament balance, and implant positioning.
The goal is bone preparation, soft-tissue balance and implant positioning as planned by the surgeon. Outcomes vary from patient to patient.
Robotic knee replacement is not required for every patient. It may be considered in patients with advanced arthritis, deformity, stiffness or complex knee anatomy, as decided by the surgeon.
Who May Benefit from Robotic Knee Replacement?
Robotic knee replacement may be considered for patients with:
- Severe osteoarthritis of the knee
- Long-standing knee pain affecting walking, stairs, sleep, or daily life
- Bow-leg or knock-knee deformity due to arthritis
- Stiffness and reduced knee movement
- Failure of medicines, injections, physiotherapy, weight loss, or lifestyle modification
- Advanced joint damage seen on X-rays
A consultation is important because not every painful knee requires replacement. Some patients may benefit from non-surgical treatment, injections, physiotherapy, arthroscopy, or partial knee replacement depending on the diagnosis.
Does the Robot Perform the Surgery?
Steps in Robotic Knee Replacement at EVA Hospital
| Conventional Knee Replacement | Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| Uses standard surgical instruments | Uses robotic-assisted planning and real-time data |
| Depends on manual alignment guides | Helps assess alignment, bone cuts, and knee balance |
| Effective in experienced hands | Provides additional real-time data to the surgeon |
| Recovery depends on surgery and rehabilitation | Recovery still depends on surgery, overall health, and rehabilitation |
| Suitable for many patients | May be considered in selected patients, as decided by the surgeon |
Step 1
Consultation & X-rays
Step 2
Surgical Planning
Step 3
Robotic-Assisted Bone Preparation
Step 4
Robotic-Assisted Bone Preparation
Step 5
Implant Positioning & Balancing
Step 6
Recovery & Physiotherapy
Our Doctor
Details of registered medical practitioners at Eva Hospital, Ludhiana, provided for patient information.
Dr. Tanveer Bhutani
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), M.Ch (Orthopaedics) (UK)
- Department
- Orthopaedics
- Registration status
- Registered
- Registration No. (NMR/SMR)
- [ENTER NMR / SMR NUMBER]
- Registered with
- [ENTER STATE MEDICAL COUNCIL NAME]
- Availability
- [ENTER OPD DAYS AND TIMINGS]
Registration can be verified on the NMC website.
Recovery
Recovery After Robotic Knee Replacement
| Day of surgery / next day | Assisted standing and walking, depending on patient condition. |
| First few days | Pain control, physiotherapy, knee bending, and walking support. |
| 2–6 weeks | Gradual improvement in walking, stairs, strength, and daily activity. |
| 6–12 weeks | Improved confidence, mobility, and function. |
| 3–6 months | Continued strengthening and functional recovery. |
| Final recovery | Varies by age, muscle strength, pre-operative deformity, weight, diabetes, bone quality, and rehabilitation. |
Many patients improve gradually. Recovery is not identical for everyone. Age, pre-operative stiffness, deformity, diabetes, weight, muscle strength, pain tolerance, and commitment to physiotherapy all influence the speed of recovery.
Risks and Safety
Robotic-assisted knee replacement is a surgical technique in which the surgeon uses robotic-assisted planning and real-time data. Like any surgery, it still carries risks, and outcomes depend on patient factors, surgical planning, implant choice, rehabilitation, and overall health.
Possible risks include infection, blood clots, stiffness, persistent pain, delayed wound healing, fracture, implant-related problems, medical complications related to anaesthesia, and rarely the need for further surgery. These risks are assessed and discussed before surgery.
Before surgery, the treating surgeon discusses the potential risks, expected outcomes and alternatives with every patient.
Our approach / Facilities and Services
Surgeon-led care
VELYS™ technology
Honest advice
Surgeon-led care
ECHS / Insurance / TPA Support
NABH Accredited Hospital
Frequently Asked Question
It is a form of total knee replacement in which robotic-assisted technology helps the surgeon plan and perform the operation. The surgeon remains in control throughout.
No. The surgeon performs the operation. The robotic system acts as a surgical assistant, providing real-time data on anatomy, alignment, and ligament balance. Final decisions are always made by the surgeon.
Robotic assistance gives the surgeon real-time data for planning, bone cuts and implant positioning. Conventional knee replacement is also an established technique. Which approach is suitable depends on your diagnosis, anatomy and the surgeon’s assessment. Which approach is suitable depends on your diagnosis, anatomy, and the surgeon’s assessment.
Patients with severe knee arthritis, long-standing pain affecting daily life, deformity, stiffness, or advanced joint damage on X-rays — after non-surgical options have been tried. A consultation is needed to confirm suitability.
All knee replacement surgery involves some post-operative pain, which is managed with anaesthesia and pain-control measures. Comfort during recovery varies from patient to patient.
Many patients begin assisted standing and walking on the day of surgery or the next day, depending on their condition. Walking independence improves gradually over the following weeks with physiotherapy — timelines vary by patient.
VELYS™ is designed as a CT-free system. The surgical plan can be created using real-time intraoperative data, so a pre-operative CT scan is not required in every case.
The VELYS™ system is used with Johnson & Johnson / DePuy Synthes knee implants. The specific implant and size are selected for each patient during planning and surgery.
Like any surgery, knee replacement carries risks such as infection, blood clots, stiffness, or the need for further procedures. These are discussed openly with every patient before surgery.
Knee implants often function for many years. Longevity depends on activity level, weight, bone quality, and other individual factors — your surgeon will discuss realistic expectations with you.
EVA Hospital is ECHS empanelled, and our patient support team assists with documentation for eligible insurance, TPA, and approved cashless cases. Coverage depends on your policy and authorization process.
Call +91 92449-00001, message us on WhatsApp, or use the appointment form. Our team will schedule your consultation at Pakhowal Road, Ludhiana.
Yes, robotic knee replacement can be done for both knees if required. The decision depends on the patient’s health, arthritis severity, and surgeon’s evaluation.
Elderly patients may be considered if they are medically fit. Suitability is decided case by case. Age alone is not the only deciding factor.
Yes, it can help correct alignment in bow-leg or knock-knee deformities by allowing more precise surgical planning.
Most patients stay in the hospital for around 2–5 days, depending on recovery and overall health.
Robotic-assisted planning may be used in bow-leg or knock-knee deformity. Suitability is decided by the surgeon.
Robotic knee replacement may cost more than conventional surgery. The cost varies by hospital, implants and treatment needs.
Yes, it may be possible after proper medical evaluation and ensuring the patient is fit for surgery.
Is Knee Pain Limiting Your Life?
Book a consultation with Dr. Tanveer Bhutani at EVA Hospital, Pakhowal Road, Ludhiana. We’ll examine your knee, review your X-rays, and discuss every option honestly — surgical and non-surgical.