Return to Newsroom The velys robotic-assisted solution for knee replacement surgery provides precise personalization, simplifies the procedure, speeds up post-operation recovery and has been shown to reduce the overall cost of care. The device is being used by the surgery care teams at both gritman orthopedic surgeons and inland orthopaedic surgery during procedures in our operating room.

Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Combines Advanced Technology with Experienced Teams

August 10, 2022

VELYS robotic-assisted surgery solution optimizes patient outcomes

The VELYS robotic-assisted solution is the latest addition to the suite of advanced technology options offered through our orthopedic care program. Designed to assist Gritman’s experienced  teams in each and every step of  a total knee replacement surgery, its versatile execution increases precision to accelerate recovery and get you back to living your life with less pain and more mobility.

The velys robotic-assisted solution for knee replacement is the latest addition to the suite of advanced technology options offered through gritman's orthopedic care program. The VELYS robotic-assisted solution for knee replacement is the latest addition to the suite of advanced technology options offered through Gritman’s orthopedic care program.

With valuable insights and verified performance, the device is a welcome addition to the surgery care teams with Gritman Orthopedic Surgeons and Inland Orthopaedic Surgery. Surgeons from both practices utilize the device for total knee arthroplasty procedures in our Gritman Medical Center operating room. Its precise personalization improves accuracy, simplifies the procedure, speeds up post-operation recovery and has been shown to reduce the overall cost of care.

“As a 30-year- experienced total joint surgeon, I have a very specific way that I like to build total knees. The VELYS allows me to be in control and apply what I’ve learned over the years with data feedback to confirm that what I’m seeing with my eyes and feeling with my hands is reproduced with numbers that I can trust.” – Gritman Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Marvin Kym

Advanced technology like robotics can help the surgeon perform a knee replacement surgery personalized for your specific situation.

The VELYS robotic-assisted solution is designed for digital precision in knee replacement, using data specific to each patient case while keeping the surgeon in control of your knee replacement.

“As a 30-year- experienced total joint surgeon, I have a very specific way that I like to build total knees,” Gritman Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Marvin Kym said. “The VELYS allows me to be in control and apply what I’ve learned over the years with data feedback to confirm that what I’m seeing with my eyes and feeling with my hands is reproduced with numbers that I can trust.”

The device includes an infrared camera and optical trackers to help the surgeon achieve a high degree of accuracy.

Dr. Mathew Taylor with Inland Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine in Moscow, also praises the device. The orthopedic surgeon uses the system regularly when performing knee replacement surgeries at Gritman.

“I love using the VELYS robotic knee and hip navigation system,” he said. “We did a really good total knee and hip before, but now we are even more precise and that much better.”

The end results include shorter hospital stays, improved outcome, increased mobility and accelerated recovery.

Ask your surgeon whether knee replacement surgery with the VELYS robotic-assisted solution is the right option for your care plan. Learn more at gritman.org/orthopedic.
Combined with diagnostic imaging, comprehensive pain management, therapy, education and support integrated into your personalized care plan, total knee replacement surgery at Gritman with the VELYS robotic-assisted solution will get you back, rapidly, to your daily routine.

Learn more about our orthopedic care program at gritman.org/orthopedic.

Pictured at Top: The VELYS robotic-assisted solution for knee replacement surgery provides precise personalization, simplifies the procedure, speeds up post-operation recovery and has been shown to reduce the overall cost of care. The device is being used by the surgery care teams at both Gritman Orthopedic Surgeons and Inland Orthopaedic Surgery during procedures in our operating room.