Of all the joints in the human body, the knee is most likely to develop
problems over time. As one of the body's most complex and heavily used
joints, the knee endures significant stress through daily movement, physical
activity, and aging. Whether you're an athlete, work in a physically demanding
job, or simply dealing with natural wear and tear, knee pain can disrupt
your mobility and quality of life.
At Baxter Health, we specialize in comprehensive knee care, from conservative
treatments to advanced surgical options, tailored to your unique condition
and lifestyle. Our orthopaedic specialists work with you to explore all
appropriate non-invasive and minimally invasive treatment options before
recommending knee surgery. If surgery becomes necessary, you're in trusted
hands. Our board-certified orthopaedic surgeons use state-of-the-art techniques
and materials to ensure the best possible outcomes for your health and
long-term mobility.
Personalized Knee Replacement with VISIONAIRE™ Precision Cutting Guidance
No two knees are the same. That's why we use VISIONAIRE™ Precision
Cutting Guides, which is a helpful tool that allows your surgeon to plan
and execute your knee replacement based on your exact anatomical structure.
While VISIONAIRE™ Cutting Guides don't change the fundamentals of
total knee replacement, they greatly enhance your surgeon's percision
and efficiency during the procedure.
With this advanced technology, your custom guide is created using detailed
imaging to match your exact anatomy. Before surgery even begins, your
orthopaedic surgeon can pre-plan the ideal positioning and fit of your
new hypoallergenic Oxinium™ implant, ensuring a procedure tailored
especially to you.
This highly personalized approach helps:
Shorten the length of the surgery
Reduce the invasiveness of the procedure
Accelerate recovery and minimize post-op pain
Improve long-term implant durability
VISIONAIRE™ bridges the gap between custom-designed implants and
your one-of-a-kind joint structure, delivering more precise, efficient,
and comfortable total knee replacement experience.
What Is an Oxinium™ Implant?
Oxinium™ (short for Oxidized Zirconium) is an advanced material used
in joint replacement implants, combining the strength of metal with the
smoothness and wear resistance of ceramic. It begins as a zirconium-based
metal alloy, which is then transformed through a specialized "ceramicizing"
process. This process creates a hard, ceramic-like surface while preserving
the toughness and durability of the underlying metal.
Why We Use Oxinium™ Implants in Every Knee Replacement
When is comes to your health, what goes into your body matters. That's
why at Baxter Health, we exclusively use Oxinium™ implants in every
knee replacement. Unlike traditional implants made with cobalt chrome.
an alloy known to cause issues in sensitive individuals, Oxinium™
is biocompatible and extremely hypoallergenic. It's one of the safest
options available for patients with metal sensitivities. The cherry on
top? The FDA has cleared Oxinium implants for a 30-year lifespan. One
study showed that 10 years after knee replacement surgery, 98% of Oxinium
knee implants were functioning without need of revision.
Why Patients Choose Baxter Health
Baxter Health is one of the few hospitals in the region that uses Oxinium™
in every knee replacement procedure. Oxinium™ implants are part
of what make our knee replacement surgeries safer, longer lasting, and
more patient centered. We're proud to offer this premium implant technology,
right here at home. When you choose to receive orthopaedic care at Baxter
Health, you're choosing the best for your future mobility.
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