Robotics are making waves in the orthopedic world, enhancing surgeries beyond human capabilities. Spinal fusion surgery is no exception as robotic devices are revolutionizing this procedure. Spinal fusion has been known to help you get back to activity and eliminate your pain, but let’s find out exactly how robotics are changing the game for spinal fusion surgery.
Before performing the spinal fusion, your surgeon will use highly advanced robotic technology to take a 3D model of your spine. This will enable your surgeon to prepare a personalized surgical plan based on your unique anatomy and needs, all before starting your procedure. This plan will then be implemented in the operating room to ensure a seamless and smooth spinal fusion procedure.
Once in the operating room, your surgeon will utilize his preoperative plan along with a programmed robotic arm. It is important to note that a robot will not be performing your spinal fusion surgery. Instead, your surgeon has full control of the procedure and will guide the robotic arm with ultimate precision. Initially, minimally invasive incisions will be made using the robotic arm at the affected region of the spine. Once the incisions are made, the robotic arm will work to remove any damaged tissue without damaging surrounding healthy tissue due to a predefined surgical boundary. The robotic arm will carefully remove part of the vertebra and replace it with a bone graft to fuse the vertebrae. There are various benefits to using a robotic arm during spinal surgery including increased precision, minimal invasion of healthy tissue, lower complication risks, and improved overall surgical outcome.1
Spinal fusion surgery can make a dramatic difference in the life of the patient, and with robotics, the procedure has become easier than ever. Discover the power of robotics in spinal fusion surgery with Dr. Moazzaz today!
AUTHOR: Dr. Payam Moazzaz is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon in California specializing in robotic-assisted minimally invasive spine surgery.