Dr. Waldman has one of the largest experiences with minimally invasive total knee replacement in the country. He was involved with the development of the quad sparing approach during his fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
Dr. Waldman subsequently has employed a, a quad sparing approach with accompanying instruments from Biomet known as the Microplasty technique. Minimally invasive total knee replacement is intended to minimize tissue trauma, blood loss and postoperative pain.
By minimizing tissue damage, patients are able to make faster recoveries. Our results, show shorter times to return to activity and reduced need for pain medication. This innovation has allowed patients to resume their normal activities much quicker. Patients can place their entire weight onto the knee on the first day after surgery and are able to walk steps on the second day.
While this technique has allowed us to reduce hospital stays, we do not perform it as an outpatient procedure. We feel that sending the patient home prematurely places an undue burden on the family, that is now forced to assume the role that our specialized nurses are better trained for. Most patients are candidates for this technique, even if they are significantly overweight. Dr. Waldman uses this procedure in combination with platelet grafting to provide the best possible outcome for your new knee.