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PATIENT STORY
Walking Again After Robotic Partial Knee Replacement – Mrs. Anima Roy’s Story
From advanced medial compartment osteoarthritis to walking with support shortly after robotic-assisted partial knee replacement.
Condition: Grade 4 medial compartment osteoarthritis
Treatment: Robotic-assisted partial knee replacement
Care location: Bengaluru
At 64, Mrs. Anima Roy was living with advanced osteoarthritis affecting the medial compartment of her knee. After a detailed evaluation, she underwent robotic-assisted partial knee replacement under the care of Dr. Samarth Arya at Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru.
01 · The Challenge
Grade 4 osteoarthritis had severely affected the medial compartment of Mrs. Anima Roy’s knee, causing pain and making everyday movement difficult.
02 · The Treatment
Because the damage was limited mainly to one compartment, robotic-assisted partial knee replacement was performed to replace the affected area while preserving healthy bone, tissue and unaffected portions of the knee.
03 · The Outcome
Mrs. Anima began walking with support two days after surgery. She experienced minimal pain and blood loss, was discharged shortly afterwards and began physiotherapy to regain mobility.
Understanding Her Condition
The knee contains three main compartments: medial, lateral and patellofemoral. Mrs. Anima’s arthritis primarily affected the medial compartment on the inner side of her knee.
Grade 4 osteoarthritis represents advanced cartilage damage. When the protective cartilage wears away, movement can become painful and daily activities such as walking, standing and climbing stairs may become difficult.
What Is Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis?
Medial compartment osteoarthritis affects the inner portion of the knee. It occurs when the cartilage cushioning this area gradually wears down, increasing friction between the joint surfaces.
Symptoms may include knee pain, stiffness, swelling, reduced movement and difficulty walking. Treatment depends on the severity of the damage, the compartments involved, symptoms and the patient’s overall health.
When arthritis is limited to one part of the knee and non-surgical treatment no longer provides sufficient relief, partial knee replacement may be considered following a detailed clinical assessment.
A Targeted Robotic-Assisted Procedure
At Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru, Mrs. Anima was treated by Dr. Samarth Arya, Consultant – Orthopaedics, Joint Replacement and Robotic Surgeon.
After evaluating her knee, Dr. Samarth Arya recommended robotic-assisted partial knee replacement because the advanced arthritis was confined mainly to the medial compartment.
The procedure was planned to replace the damaged portion of the knee while preserving the healthy tissue, bone and unaffected compartments.
Preserving the Healthy Parts of the Knee
Unlike total knee replacement, partial knee replacement treats only the damaged compartment when clinically appropriate.
Robotic technology supported detailed surgical planning and accurate positioning of the implant according to Mrs. Anima’s individual anatomy.
Preserving the unaffected parts of the knee may support more natural movement and facilitate earlier recovery in appropriately selected patients.
Walking With Support After Surgery
Just two days after surgery, Mrs. Anima began walking with support. She experienced minimal postoperative pain and blood loss and was discharged shortly afterwards.
She is now undergoing structured physiotherapy to improve strength, movement and confidence while gradually returning to her regular activities.
Is Knee Pain Limiting Your Daily Activities?
Persistent knee pain, stiffness or difficulty walking should be evaluated by an orthopaedic specialist. A detailed assessment can determine which parts of the knee are affected and whether non-surgical treatment, partial knee replacement or another treatment option may be appropriate.
Individual treatment results and recovery experiences may vary. Not every patient with knee arthritis is suitable for partial knee replacement. This patient story is provided for informational purposes and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified orthopaedic specialist for recommendations specific to your condition.