What Are The Benefits of Total Knee Replacement?
If you have been relatively healthy all of your life, you probably have not given much thought to how much you put your knees through. You rely on properly functioning knees for everyday activities like walking, sitting, standing, climbing up and down stairs, and even driving. When you add in activities like physical labor, athletics, dancing, or other strenuous pursuits, good knee function is critical to your overall physical performance. Knees help you move, keep you upright, and bear your weight.
The Tools Used For Orthopedic Surgery
oint problems are extremely common, with about one-third of patients experiencing them in any given 30-day period. Fortunately, surgery repairing the cartilage in the knee, hip, or shoulder is relatively straightforward. A qualified surgeon is able to accurately assess your knee anatomy and make a decision about what tools to use to repair it.
Mako To Debut at Specialty Surgery Center, Fall 2021
TJN Orthopedics is excited to announce the arrival of the Mako Robot to Specialty Surgery Center, an independent healthcare facility at which Dr. Gregory H. Tchejeyan performs outpatient surgical procedures. The Mako surgical robotic arm assists surgeons with minimally invasive procedures through small incisions. “One of the advantages of MAKO robotic-assisted joint replacement is that
MAKO Robotic Surgery in Westlake Village
Looking for the right orthopedic surgeon in Westlake Village is easy if you consider the level of expertise of each candidate. You may recall our blog post on how to choose your surgeon. It highlights the main qualifications to look for when choosing who to see for orthopedic conditions: Is your surgeon fellowship trained? How
MAKO – The Next Big Thing In Robotics
In the world of Orthopedics, surgical methods and techniques are always being improved upon. That’s why any good surgeon pursues continued education to stay abreast of the industry’s improvements and developments. Board-Certified Dr. Gregory H. Tchejeyan is no stranger to this. He is continually seeking knowledge about different orthopedic surgical techniques, determining what is most
April Case of The Month: Why Robotic Partial Knee Resurfacing is Superior to Manual Partial Knee Resurfacing
Each month, we like to highlight a case that might help other people who experience similar symptoms understand their surgical options. Please consult with your doctor as this is not considered medical advice. This patient has agreed to share their story. *Names have been changed to protect their privacy. Joseph* was a 63-year-old male who
3 Ways to Prepare the Knee for Total Knee Arthroplasty
Total Knee Arthroplasty, or TKA, refers to the total surgical replacement of the knee surface. Whether it’s full or partial knee replacement, the existing bone always has to be prepared to accept the implant. There are three main methods your surgeon could use to prepare the knee for this procedure – manual instruments, patient-specific instruments
Why Choose Robotic Surgery?
A major positive step in the world of surgery was made when a surgical robot was used about 25 years ago. The robot, called the PUMA 200, was used for needle placement in a CT-guided brain biopsy. Since then, the field of robotic surgery has grown in leaps and bounds. Today, the precision offered by