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Shoulder replacement technologies
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Advances in shoulder replacement technology may help your surgeon perform a safe and accurate shoulder replacement surgery. It can provide useful data on your shoulder anatomy and streamline the operational workflow in the operating room (OR) through preoperative shoulder planning based on your unique anatomy.
Advances in replacement technology can also allow the surgeon to achieve far greater precision during your shoulder treatment. Moreover, it may enable the surgeon to perform a less traumatic shoulder replacement surgery, reduce the shoulder replacement recovery time, and possibly help in faster rehabilitation.
One of the latest advances in shoulder replacement includes augmented reality (AR)-assisted surgery utilizing NextAR Shoulder.
Augmented Reality
Shoulder replacement surgery
NextAR Shoulder, Augmented Reality surgical application for your shoulder replacement surgery
You deserve a shoulder replacement procedure personalized for your unique anatomy!
NextAR Shoulder leverages the latest advances in Augmented Reality to help specially trained surgeons accurately place shoulder prosthesis while respecting your unique anatomy.
Augmented Reality is a computer-based technology providing virtual content in the working environment. This technology has been used for more than 30 years in cutting-edge fields such as aerospace and avionics.
How NextAR shoulder replacement surgery works
Before shoulder replacement surgery
Unlike traditional shoulder replacement procedures, in the weeks leading up to surgery, your surgeon will define a personalized plan for you.
You will undergo a CT scan to create a 3D model of your shoulder, which allows the surgeon to choose the best implant and position to restore function and correct anatomy.
During shoulder replacement surgery
The NextAR shoulder replacement surgical procedure follows the same steps as a traditional approach, but with the support of advanced optical trackers (2) attached to your bone coracoid and the surgical instrumentation.
These trackers send real-time data on your shoulder anatomy to the NextAR Augmented Reality Glasses (1), “empowering" your surgeon's vision.
With this technology, your surgeon can make more informed decisions and personalize your shoulder replacement procedure by making precise adjustments to your unique shoulder anatomy, thereby enhancing the accuracy of your shoulder replacement surgical procedure.
It is important to know that your surgeon has been specifically trained and always has complete control of the surgical actions.
After shoulder replacement surgery
After surgery, you can expect life to return to the way it was — minus the pain. Your shoulder replacement recovery time will vary depending on your specific condition and procedure. To promote healing once you return home, continue taking your medications and exercising as recommended by your medical team. Most people can resume simple activities such as eating, dressing, and grooming within the first couple of weeks after their shoulder replacement surgery.2
Why NextAR Shoulder replacement surgery?
NextAR Shoulder can provide useful data on your shoulder anatomy and streamline the operational workflow in the operating room (OR) through preoperative shoulder planning based on your unique anatomy. The technology can also allow the surgeon to achieve far greater precision during your shoulder treatment.
NextAR Shoulder Augmented Reality surgical application may enable the surgeon to perform a less traumatic shoulder replacement surgery, reduce the shoulder replacement recovery time, and possibly aid in a faster rehabilitation.
Precise execution3
Technology in your surgeon’s hands
*Thousands of patients have experienced an improved quality of life after shoulder joint replacement surgery. They experience less pain, improved motion and strength, and better function2.
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3D technology
Patient-specific
MyShoulder patient-matched surgical instrument
MyShoulder is a new shoulder replacement technology developed by Medacta. This technology enhances the benefits of a standard shoulder replacement by offering an accurate and faster procedure using surgical instruments tailored to each patient.
The MyShoulder instrumentation includes 3D-printed patient-specific shoulder replacement surgical instruments designed to accurately fit your shoulder anatomy.
The MyShoulder journey
You will undergo a 3D scan (CT) of your shoulder to obtain an image.
Medacta will create a 3D model of your shoulder joint along with personalized surgical instruments.
Your surgeon will customize your MyShoulder plan to match your anatomy and determine the position of your final shoulder implant.
Prior to surgery, your surgeon will receive the 3D printed MyShoulder instruments and the 3D bone models that are specific to your shoulder. These instruments will be used to perform your shoulder replacement surgery.
Why MyShoulder replacement technology instead of conventional procedures?
In conventional shoulder replacement surgery, the surgical instruments are the same for all patients.
This means that the surgeon could be required to adjust the instrumentation during the procedure to achieve satisfactory positioning for each patient.
MyShoulder is a new shoulder replacement technology that uses instruments specifically designed for your shoulder replacement surgery. These instruments accurately fit your unique anatomy because they are tailored for you. These patient-matched instruments allow for the preparation of the shoulder bones to accurately implant the shoulder prosthesis while respecting the characteristics of your unique anatomy.
The MyShoulder instruments are made with innovative 3D printing technology, which offers a very accurate manufacturing process and the highest design flexibility to match your shoulder anatomy. This results in high-quality instruments that are customized for your shoulder.
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What do you need to know about the potential risks?
Surgery can carry potential complications, both during and after the procedure. these may include infection, blood clotting, pneumonia, implant loosening, nerve damage, bone fractures, and implant breakage. any of these issues might necessitate further surgical intervention. although joint replacement can often reduce pain and improve mobility, some individuals might still experience pain and discomfort. your doctor might permanently limit certain activities to safeguard your new knee implant(s).
Talk to your doctor about your condition and whether the presented procedure is appropriate for you, considering these or other potential risks.
The information contained here is intended for reference only and does not represent or constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Each patient must be examined and advised individually by a physician, and this information does not replace the need for such examination and/or advice in whole or in part. Results are not necessarily typical, indicative, or representative of all patients. Results may vary due to health status, weight, activity, and other variables. Not all patients are candidates for this product and/or procedure. The appropriate postoperative activities and pain management will differ from patient to patient. Talk to your doctor about your condition and about whether the presented procedure is appropriate for you, considering the risks associated. All content is protected by copyright, trademarks and/or other intellectual property rights of Medacta and cannot be used without the written consent of Medacta. In good faith, Medacta asserts that this material does not infringe or misappropriate any intellectual property rights of any third party.
References
2- Only with POP, Patient Optimized Pathway. Discover more: https://www.patient-optimized-pathway.com/
3- D. Ascani, M. Bernardoni. NextAR RSA: Augmented Reality Surgical Guidance for Accurate Glenoid Component Positioning in Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty. Podium presentation at ISTA 2022