VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution
VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution is installed in a purpose-built robotic operating theatre, developed as part of the Gosford Private Hospital $32m re-development. The state-of-the-art robotic-assisted surgical system is now accessible for patients.
What is robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery?
A knee replacement is a procedure whereby your surgeon removes areas of bone that have been damaged by osteoarthritis and replaces these parts with different types of implants1.
Robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery is similar to traditional knee replacement surgery but uses technology such as a robotic-assisted device. Robot-assisted surgery utilizes technology to aid the surgeon as they plan for and execute a precise knee replacement personalised for your specific anatomy2. This robotic-assisted device does not move or operate on its own.
How is robotic-assisted technology different?
Robotic-assisted knee replacement:
- Technology controlled by the surgeon
- May experience less pain and a faster recovery
- More consistent outcomes
Traditional knee replacement:
- Hand-held tools
- May experience a longer recovery time
- There may be more variability in the surgical processes and outcomes
What are the benefits of using robotic-assisted technology?
There are a number of potential benefits to using this technology for your knee replacement*. During your procedure, the technology will gather details and data related to your knee to assist the surgeon in determining an optimal implant fit.
Robotic-assisted technology may deliver*:
- A greater range of motion (how well you can bend and flex your knee after surgery)
- Less pain compared to traditional methods
- Faster recovery times (reduced length of hospital stay, hospital readmissions, and health visits)
What is the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution?
Every knee is different, as is every patient requiring a knee replacement procedure. The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution helps surgeons perform knee replacement surgery that is tailored to each patient and is designed to provide digital precision and accuracy to get you back to the things you love.
The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution is a first-of-its-kind operating table mounted solution that adapts to the surgeon’s workflow. It is designed to help surgeons accurately resect bones that align and position the implant relative to the soft tissue during total knee replacement.
Some robotic-assisted technologies may require you to go for a series of X-rays or a Computerised Tomography (CT) scan so that the technology can create a three-dimensional (3D) model of your knee anatomy. For surgeries using the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution, pre-operative imaging is not required as the technology enables surgeons to register your knee in real-time.
What does this mean for Central Coast residents?
- It enables local residents the opportunity to stay on the Coast to experience minimally invasive, innovative robotic surgical procedures.
- We know with this robotic technology that our patients' may experience far less pain associated with surgery.
- We also know that recovery and outcomes are greater and more than 95% of patients go home on day one following the surgery.
- It can deliver positive outcomes for patients.
What specialists are currently using the robotic technology in surgeries?
How does the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution work?
The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution uses a variety of technologies designed to ensure the surgeon has the information and tools they need to perform a highly accurate and precise knee replacement. This solution is designed to:
- Provide your surgeon with real-time information about your knee during operation.
- Help your surgeon remove the damaged bone (your surgeon remains in control and the device does not move or operate on its own).
- Use an infrared camera and optical trackers to help your surgeon gather the necessary data about your anatomy to position the implant.
Who is suitable for knee replacement surgery with the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution?
Knee replacement surgery is used to treat knee osteoarthritis when other non-operative treatment options have been attempted and are no longer effective. If your GP has identified that you have severe osteoarthritis for which non-operative treatments are ineffective, they will make the decision to refer you to an orthopaedic surgeon to explore whether surgery could be an appropriate treatment option. Your orthopaedic surgeon will then determine the best surgical approach for you based on your individual circumstance, including if you are a suitable candidate for knee replacement surgery using the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution.
How to find out more about the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution?
Speak to your Orthopaedic Surgeon to find out if surgery with the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution is suitable for you.
