OE JOURNAL

OE Journal

Vol. 9 | Iss. 3 | February 2021 - 27 Studies

ORIGINAL ANALYSIS

Rise of the Robots: The robot-assisted orthopaedic surgical revolution

Robotics is rapidly reshaping the future of orthopaedic surgery, blending precision tools with emerging technologies like machine learning, augmented reality, and 5G connectivity. We explore the evolution and current landscape of robot-assisted procedures, detailing how they enhance surgical accuracy, reduce recovery times, and offer new possibilities for training and remote care. Despite promising outcomes, challenges remain—especially in cost-effectiveness and adoption. This analysis offers a forward-looking examination of how robotic platforms are transforming surgical practice, education, and access globally.

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Rise of the Robots: The robot-assisted orthopaedic surgical revolution

Radiofrequency Techniques for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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Surgery versus Physical Therapy for Rotator Cuff Tear: Insights from OE M.I.N.D.

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Reduced Blood Loss and Pain & Improved ROM with TXA Plus Post-Op Knee and Hip Flexion After TKA

Orthop Surg. 2020 01-Dec;():. 10.1111/os.12814

Reduced Length of Stay with Prehabilitation Exercises Prior to Total Knee Arthroplasty

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Foot & Ankle 1

Similar Scores for Disability, QoL & Function for IMN & Plate Fixation in Distal Tibial Fractures

Injury. 2021 01-Jan;():. 10.1016/j.injury.2020.11.046

General Orthopaedics 9

Similar Clinical Outcomes With Non-Sterile Irrigation and Sterile Irrigation for Soft Tissue Abscess

World J Surg. 2020 01-Dec;():. 10.1007/s00268-020-05738-1

Similar Orthopaedic Surgeon and Patient Satisfaction with Telemedicine and In-Person Assessments

Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2021 01-Jan;():. 10.1097/CORR.0000000000001494

Reduced Postdural Puncture Backache with Paramedian vs Median Approach for Spinal Anesthesia

Korean J Anesthesiol. 2020 Dec-01;():. 10.4097/kja.19409

Use of a Head Mounted Video Display Improves Efficiency of US-Guided Regional Anesthesia Performance

Pain Physician . 2021 01-Jan;():. N/A

Reduced Pain & Analgesic Consumption with Midazolam vs Control After Knee Arthroscopy Procedures

J Orthop Surg Res. 2017 21-Nov;():. 10.1186/s13018-017-0682-0

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J Bone Miner Res. 2019 01-Nov;():. 10.1002/jbmr.3815

Home Exercise for Lower Limb & Pelvic Fractures Improves Balance, Mood, and Strength at 12 Months

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Similar Clinical Outcomes With Allogenous Bone Chip & Tri-Calcium Phosphate Granules in OWHTO

Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2019 01-Sep;():. 10.1007/s00167-018-5254-2

Distal Locking Plate Fixation With vs Without Cerclage Cables for Periprosthetic Femoral Fractures

Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol. 2017 01-Jul;():. 10.1007/s00590-017-1900-5

Hand & Wrist 3

Improved Postural Control in Multi-Sensory Training vs Wrist Training in Previous Wrist Fx Patients

Aging Clin Exp Res. 2020 01-Jan;():. 10.1007/s40520-019-01143-4

Similar Radiological Outcomes with Above-Elbow & Below-Elbow Casting for Distal Radius Fractures

Int Orthop. 2017 01-Sep;():. 10.1007/s00264-017-3518-y

Superior Clinical Outcomes in K-Wire with Bone Cement vs Plate Fix for Proximal Phalanx Shaft Fx

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Osteoarthritis 4

Intra-articular Ozone Injections Improve Pain, Function & Quality of Life in Patients with Knee OA

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Greater Improvement in Pain & Function with Oxygen-Ozone vs Corticosteroid Injection for Knee OA

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Reduced Pain with HA (HYAJOINT Plus) Combined with PRP vs PRP Injections at 6 Months for Knee OA

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PRP Injection Improves Pain, Function & Quality of Life vs HA Injection for Knee Osteoarthritis

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Physical Therapy & Rehab 3

Improvement in Function with Education and Yoga in Patients with Musculoskeletal Conditions

Rev Bras Med Trab. 2020 Dec-11;():. 10.47626/1679-4435-2020-492

No Clinical Benefit With Intensive vs Conventional Early Mobilization for Proximal Humerus Fractures

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Aquatic Exercise Improves Function & Quality of Life in Elderly with MSDs at Risk of Falls with Time

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Shoulder & Elbow 1

No Diff in TXA vs Epinephrine Diluted Irrigation Fluid for Visual Clarity During Arthroscopy Repair

Jt Dis Relat Surg. 2021 01-Jan;():. 10.5606/ehc.2021.78393

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