How will the MIS Knee Joint Replacement benefit total knee replacement recipients?
Because fewer muscles and tendons have been disturbed with the less invasive technique, their reconstruction is more natural, wound closure is easier, and recovery may be faster. Clinical studies have shown that the midvastus surgical approach used in the MIS technique results in less pain (at both 8 days and 6 weeks after surgery) and quicker restoration of muscle control and strength1. It can take several months to recover from the large incision and muscle disruption with the standard approach.
Related Questions
- Are all surgeons trained to perform the MIS Knee Joint Replacement technique? Is there a steep learning curve in learning how to perform this type of surgery?
- Can any patient requiring a total knee replacement have a MIS Knee Joint Replacement? If not, what types of patients can have a MIS Knee Joint Replacement?
- How does the MIS Knee Joint Replacement differ from standard knee replacement?
