Arete Hospitals’ introduction of SkyWalker™ marks the first installation of this robotic system for knee replacement surgery in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The platform is a robotic‑assisted surgical system designed to provide precision alignment and personalized implant positioning during knee replacement procedures, working with the NitrX® Evolution implant to improve outcomes and recovery.
The SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System is described as based on true‑medial pivot technology, enabling sub‑millimeter precision in knee joint alignment and personalized surgical outcomes. Its capabilities have been documented across over 45 countries, with benefits including faster recovery and improved joint function.
The robot is part of MicroPort Orthopedics’ suite of advanced orthopedic technologies, which pairs robotic platforms with established implant systems to enhance surgical accuracy, stability, and patient satisfaction. MicroPort products, including SkyWalker™, are distributed internationally and are intended to support surgeons in delivering customized joint replacement treatments.
The SkyWalker™ system has regulatory listings in markets such as Australia, where it is registered as a robotic surgical and navigation unit for total knee applications, indicating its clearance as a Class IIa medical device under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Arete Hospitals itself is a 250‑bed quaternary care multispecialty centre in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, offering comprehensive healthcare services including orthopedics, oncology, cardiac sciences, neurosciences, and preventive health. The addition of robotics reinforces its position among advanced orthopedic care providers in India.
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