Pune: Arcus Hospital, a leading center for orthopedic excellence, has partnered with Stryker, a global leader in medical technologies, to advance robotic arm-assisted surgery in India.
Through this collaboration, Arcus Hospital has been established as The Centre of Excellence for training surgeons from across India and the international medical community, with a specialized focus on the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) for robotic-arm assisted hip replacement – a muscle-sparing technique designed to accelerate patient recovery.
The partnership positions Arcus Hospital at the forefront of innovation in robotic joint replacement, aiming to strengthen surgeon training, clinical education, and patient outcomes.
As part of this initiative, the hospital will serve as a hub for advanced learning in robotic-arm assisted hip arthroplasty, especially using the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA), a minimally invasive surgical technique.
Aman Rishi, Vice President and General Manager – India, Stryker, said, “Stryker’s partnership with Arcus hospitals marks an important milestone in our shared goal to make healthcare better and create lasting impact for both patients and clinicians by introducing best-in-class, robotic-arm assisted technology and advancing clinical evidence and education.
Together, we aim to empower clinicians with advanced technology, global best practices and research-driven insights that will continue to shape the future of joint replacement.”
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Arcus Hospital: Leadership in Direct Anterior Approach (DAA)
Dr. Rohit Luthra, Director of Arcus Hospital, first introduced the muscle-sparing Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) to India in 2018. A TED Speaker with a vision, his mission to grant the gift of pain-free movement combines surgical expertise with a commitment to accessibility.
At Arcus Hospital, his trademark TruRobotics and MAC Precision techniques integrate advanced robotics with surgical precision, enabling patients to move within hours of surgery.
The hospital has emerged as one of India’s highest-volume centers for robotic hip arthroplasty, setting new clinical benchmarks in joint replacement procedures.
Dr. Luthra said, “With Stryker as our partner, we advance our standardised healthcare mission across India and the world. We are proving that the highest precision in medicine need not be a privilege for the few, but a standard available to the many.”
The collaboration between Arcus Hospital and Stryker aims to bridge the gap between advanced robotic technology and surgical expertise, ensuring that robotic precision becomes the standard of care across India.
Direct Anterior Approach Bringing Relief to Patients
Explaining the benefits of the technique, Dr. Rohit Luthra of Arcus Hospital stated that the Anterior approach – also known as the ‘Front’ approach – is a minimally invasive and muscle-sparing procedure. In this method, the incision is made from the front instead of the back or side.
The damaged bones or cartilage are removed without detaching muscles or tendons; instead, they are gently pushed aside to allow placement of the implant. Because muscles are not cut, there is minimal muscular damage, enabling patients to bear weight earlier and begin walking sooner after surgery.
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According to Dr. Luthra, robotic systems add pinpoint accuracy to the procedure, particularly in implant positioning. This ensures correct offsets as per the patient’s native hip anatomy, significantly reducing the chances of implant malposition. He noted that the risk of dislocation is nearly zero with this technique.
One of the most critical aspects of robotic procedures at Arcus Hospital is pre-operative planning. Implant sizing is determined using a CT scan before surgery.
The CT scan generates a 3D virtual model of the hip, allowing surgeons to identify the most suitable implant for the patient. Based on individual anatomy, the surgery is then meticulously planned for the robotic system to execute with precision.
An additional advantage of the Direct Anterior Approach at Arcus Hospital is the ability to accurately check limb length during surgery, as the patient lies in a supine position (flat on the back with face up) rather than on the side.
With this partnership, Arcus Hospital reinforces its position as a leader in robotic joint replacement and surgeon training, driving advancements in patient care and clinical excellence.
