From Pain to Mobility: Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur Transforms Lives with AI-Driven Robotic Knee Surgery by Dr. Mukund Agrawal

For years, Mr. Raghuveer Pal, a resident of Itarsi, lived with relentless knee pain that severely affected his mobility and overall quality of life. Everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and standing for extended periods became increasingly painful and challenging. Despite consulting multiple orthopaedic specialists and undergoing various conservative treatments—including medications, physiotherapy, and lifestyle modifications—he experienced little to no relief.

As his condition deteriorated further, Mr. Pal was diagnosed with Grade IV knee arthritis with severe deformity, the most advanced stage of arthritis where the joint surfaces are extensively damaged. With non-surgical treatment options exhausted, he was referred to Dr. Mukund Agrawal, a highly respected orthopaedic surgeon known for his expertise in robotic and muscle-sparing knee replacement surgeries at Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur.

Following a comprehensive clinical evaluation and detailed review of imaging studies, Dr. Mukund Agrawal discussed the treatment plan with Mr. Pal and his family. Considering the severity of the arthritis and complexity of the deformity, Dr. Agrawal recommended a total knee replacement using a fully automated, AI-driven robotic system. This advanced approach offered superior precision, accurate alignment, minimal soft-tissue damage, and faster recovery when compared to conventional knee replacement surgery.

Mr. Pal subsequently underwent the first fully automated AI-driven total knee replacement surgery at Wockhardt Superspeciality Hospital, Nagpur. The procedure was successfully performed by Dr. Mukund Agrawal, marking a significant milestone in robotic orthopaedic surgery for the region. The advanced robotic technology enabled real-time surgical planning and highly precise implant placement, customized to the patient’s anatomy.

The postoperative outcome was remarkable. Within just eight hours of surgery, Mr. Pal was encouraged to stand and walk under supervision—an achievement that highlights the benefits of robotic, muscle-sparing techniques. He experienced minimal postoperative pain, improved knee stability, and rapid functional recovery. Owing to the minimally invasive approach, he was discharged the very next day.

Expressing his gratitude, Mr. Pal shared that after years of suffering, he could finally walk without pain and regain confidence in his movements. “I never imagined I would be pain-free so soon after surgery. This has truly given me a new lease on life,” he said.

This landmark case represents a major achievement for Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur, reinforcing its commitment to delivering cutting-edge, world-class healthcare. Under the leadership of experts like Dr. Mukund Agrawal, the hospital continues to set new benchmarks in robotic orthopaedic surgery for patients across central India.

With advanced innovations such as AI-driven robotic knee replacement, patients suffering from advanced arthritis can now look forward to faster recovery, better outcomes, and a confident return to an active, pain-free life.