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February 22, 2024

Partial Knee Replacement

What is Robotic-Assisted Partial Knee Surgery? Robotic-assisted partial knee surgery is an innovative alternative to the conventional surgical procedure to treat degenerative knee diseases such as osteoarthritis. It is performed using robotic-arm technology that allows your surgeon to precisely perform the surgery through small incisions. Indications for Robotic-Assisted Partial Knee Surgery The procedure is beneficial for unicompartmental or bicompartmental knee disease. Robotic-assisted partia...

February 22, 2024

Knee Arthroscopy

Understanding Knee Arthroscopy Knee arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure, offers precise insights into the inner workings of your knee using a specialized instrument called an arthroscope. This small, flexible tool is equipped with a camera, allowing our surgeons at Michigan Joint Replacement Institute (MJRI) to assess and treat knee issues through tiny incisions. When is Knee Arthroscopy Recommended? This procedure serves two primary purposes: Repair or Removal of Damaged Struct...

February 22, 2024

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection An injection of platelet-rich plasma is an experimental technique that your MJRI doctor may discuss using as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. The injection consists of a natural substance called platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into the knee that may help injured tissue heal more quickly. Platelet-rich plasma comprises blood cells called platelets that are taken from your blood. Platelets help tissues heal after an injury by releasing substances called growth fact...

February 22, 2024

Stem Cells

MJRI offers an experimental technique involving injections of stem cells. Stem cells are unique in that they can develop into any cell—for example, cells that help repair damaged tissue. When injected into an arthritic knee, stem cells may encourage the damaged cartilage to regrow and heal. Injections of stem cells can also reduce inflammation....

February 22, 2024

Steroid Injections

What are steroid injections? Corticosteroids are potent anti-inflammatory medications highly effective in relieving joint inflammation-induced pain. When directly injected into a joint, they can offer enduring relief for some individuals. Typically, doctors administer a small dose of anesthetic alongside corticosteroids. This anesthetic delivers immediate but short-lived pain relief in the knee, aiding diagnosis by indicating the source of discomfort. Doctors can eliminate other potential causes...

February 22, 2024

Viscosupplementation

What is Viscosupplementation? Viscosupplementation refers to injecting a hyaluronan preparation into the joint. Hyaluronan is a natural substance present in the joint fluid that assists in lubrication and allows the smooth movement of the cartilage-covered articulating surfaces of the joint. Indications of Viscosupplementation Viscosupplementation is indicated in the management of knee and hip osteoarthritis that has not responded to non-surgical treatment options such as pain medications, physi...