Robotic & Outpatient Knee Replacement in Memphis
Frequently Asked Questions About Robotic and Outpatient Knee Replacement
If knee pain is limiting your life, knee replacement may be the next step. At OrthoSouth, eligible patients may have access to robotic-assisted knee replacement and outpatient or same-day surgery options designed to support precision, recovery, and a smoother experience from evaluation through rehabilitation. OrthoSouth currently offers outpatient knee replacement at both surgery centers in Germantown and Southaven.
Q What Is Robotic Knee Replacement?
Robotic knee replacement is a surgical approach that uses advanced technology to help your surgeon plan and perform the procedure with a high level of precision. The robotic system does not replace the surgeon. It helps your surgeon make detailed, patient-specific decisions during surgery. This knee replacement technique enables:
- Personalized surgical planning
- Greater precision during key parts of the procedure
- Potentially improved alignment
OrthoSouth knee replacement surgeons work with a few different robotic-enabled systems, from Styker's Mako robotic arm - inpatient at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis - to Smith & Nephew's CORI system offered at both OrthoSouth Surgery Centers and Baptist Hospital Collierville.
Not all patients will be candidates for robotic knee replacement or for knee replacement in an outpatient setting. Your provider will work with you to determine the best route for you.
Q What Is Outpatient or Same-Day Knee Replacement?
Outpatient knee replacement means you go home the same day as surgery instead of staying overnight in the hospital. For the right patient, this can mean recovering in the comfort of home with a care plan designed around mobility, pain control, and follow-up.
Outpatient knee replacement may offer the following benefits:
- Go home the same day for eligible patients
- Available at conveniently located OrthoSouth surgery centers in Germantown and Southaven
- Coordinated care team support
- Focus on safety, mobility, and recovery planning
Q Who May Be a Candidate?
You may be a candidate for robotic-assisted or outpatient knee replacement if:
- Knee pain is affecting walking, stairs, sleep, work, or daily activity
- Nonsurgical treatment is no longer giving enough relief
- Imaging and exam findings support knee replacement
- Your health, home support, and recovery needs make same-day discharge reasonable
Not every patient is a fit for every approach. Some patients may be better served with total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, or a more traditional inpatient path depending on the condition of the joint and overall health.
Q Partial, Total, Robotic, or Outpatient: What’s the Difference?
Partial knee replacement
May be considered when damage is limited to one part of the knee.
Total knee replacement
Usually recommended when arthritis or joint damage affects more of the knee.
Robotic knee replacement
Refers to the technology used to help your surgeon perform the procedure with added precision.
Outpatient "Same Day" knee replacement
Refers to the care setting and recovery plan, meaning eligible patients go home the same day.
Q Am I too young or too old for knee replacement?
There is no single right age for knee replacement. The decision depends more on your symptoms, joint damage, activity limits, overall health, and whether other treatments have stopped helping.
Q How do I know if I need a partial vs total knee replacement?
That depends on how much of the knee is affected. A partial knee replacement may be an option when damage is limited to one area of the knee. A total knee replacement is often recommended when more of the joint is involved.
Q How painful is recovery really?
Recovery is not painless, but most patients find that the recovery discomfort improves over time and is different from the arthritis pain they had before surgery. Swelling, stiffness, and soreness are common early on. Your surgeon and care team will work with you to develop a pain management plan that supports your recovery and goals.
Q How long until I can walk, drive, travel, or sleep normally?
Recovery timelines vary. Many patients begin walking soon after surgery, sometimes the same day, while return to driving, travel, and more normal sleep depends on strength, mobility, pain control, and surgeon guidance. It is important to follow your surgeon's instructions in the recovery period in order to give your new joint its best chance of success.
Q What are the risks and complications?
As with any surgery, risks can include infection, blood clots, bleeding, stiffness, ongoing pain, implant-related issues, or the need for additional treatment. Your surgeon will review risks, as well as your specific risk profile, with you before the operation.
Why Patients Choose OrthoSouth for Robotic & Outpatient Knee Replacement
At OrthoSouth, knee replacement care is designed around the patient, not just the procedure. Patients can explore total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, robotic-assisted surgery, and outpatient or same-day options with an experienced orthopedic team.
What to Expect
Before surgery
Your surgeon will review your symptoms, imaging, health history, and treatment goals to decide whether knee replacement is appropriate and whether robotic-assisted or outpatient surgery is a good fit.
Day of surgery
Eligible patients may have surgery at an OrthoSouth surgery center and return home the same day with a structured recovery plan. OrthoSouth's live page says outpatient knee replacement allows patients to recover at home the day of surgery.
Recovery
Recovery varies, but the goal is to reduce pain, improve function, and help you get back to daily activities with support from your care team.
Meet the Surgeons
Our orthopedic surgeons evaluate each patient individually to determine whether partial knee replacement, total knee replacement, robotic-assisted surgery, or an outpatient approach may be appropriate.
Locations for Robotic & Outpatient Knee Replacement
Outpatient knee replacement is performed at OrthoSouth surgery centers in Germantown and Southaven. Patients can start with an evaluation at an OrthoSouth clinic and discuss the most appropriate surgical setting with their care team.
