Drs. Sah and Bonner are proud to bring the first robotic joint replacement system to the area, and to the Institute for Joint Restoration, with Velys advanced technology.  As the only joint replacement surgeons at the Institute with experience using robotic technology, they have brought the most cutting-edge robot to be released to the market.  The advanced system allows surgeons to tailor each procedure to the individual patient, providing a personalized experience before, during, and after surgery.  During surgery, the VELYS robot and integrated operating platform assist with the optimization and digital precision of cuts and implant placement. Your surgeon will use the robotic device to keep complete control of the procedure while using data that is unique to your knee's anatomy. The system's technology also includes a special camera and optical tracking to provide real-time, exact information. This allows your surgeon to protect vital structures, minimize soft-tissue injury, and ensure proper alignment and joint balance. The Velys Robotic-Assisted Solution is designed for digital precision in knee replacement because every knee is different. The enhanced accuracy helps provide improved comfort and outcomes for patients who meet specific criteria.

Sah Orthopaedic Associates continues to bring the most cutting-edge technology to the Bay area, by offering the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution, the latest advancement that helps surgeons perform knee replacement surgery that is tailored to each patient with the goal to get patients back to life faster.  Together with the ATTUNE^® Knee System, VELYS Digital Surgery offers solutions to help personalize the knee replacement journey with preoperative patient engagement, surgical planning, surgical implementation, and post-operative support.

In 2019 there were approximately 900,000 primary knee replacements performed in the United States. Now, people with knee pain are spending an increased amount of time looking for information about knee replacement technology, many searching for techniques that provide improved outcomes such as increased movement and shortened recovery time.  Ultimately, the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution is designed to help ensure predictable results to improve outcomes, increase mobility, and help patients recover from total knee replacements faster.

The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution offers the following features to help surgeons visualize the procedure and predict joint stability:

• NATURAL CONTROL™ Technology to help execute precise, reproducible surgeon-controlled cuts
• Natural Joint Assessment for optimal ATTUNE Knee Implant positioning
• PROADJUST™ Planning to help surgeons personalize alignment and balance
• ADAPTIVE TRACKING™ Technology including a high-speed camera, triple-drive motion technology, and PURESIGHT™ Hydrophobic Optical Reflectors for accurate, consistent execution
• Procedural Joint Verification for post-resection assessment to help surgeons verify final gap balance and overall leg alignment

Every knee is different, as is every patient requiring a knee replacement procedure, and that’s why this advanced technology is expected to elevate patients’ knee replacement experiences.

Benefits of robotic-assisted knee replacement using the Velys system include:

• Potentially less pain and faster recovery than traditional joint replacements
• Tailored surgical plans based on personal anatomy and accurate data for better joint stability
• Safety and efficiency provided by the avoidance of hospital exposure and state-of-the-art joint replacement technology allowing same-day and outpatient discharges

⇒ Read about patient's experiences after joint replacement at Sah Orthopaedic Associates in Testimonials, or see Patient's Stories after surgery to learn more. ⇐

Advancing the field with Technology in Orthopedics, I have thoroughly evaluated and subsequently chosen to work with some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in orthopedics.

• Computer navigation is commonly described in modern joint replacement procedures.  While not necessary in all cases, navigation is useful and available in select cases. 
• Wearable motion sensors can help engage patients during their recovery phase, providing reliable and accurate real-time feedback to both the patient and surgeon. 
• Dr. Sah is the only surgeon to have the ability to offer an Apple Watch for patients to assist during joint replacement recovery. 
• Dr. Sah has done research on soft-tissue balancing sensors used during the surgical procedure to provide a more precise outcome. 
• Game Ready cooling therapy is commonly used by elite athletes and patients recovering from hip and knee surgery. 

Talk to Dr. Sah and his team to find out more, and to see if these technologies may benefit you.