Technique of Total Knee Arthroplasty with Precision Cut Instruments

Abstract

The authors have developed a system of instrumentation for performing total knee arthroplasty. These instruments allow for precision bone cuts and restoration of mechanical axis. The tensor allows balancing of the ligaments both in flexion and extension. In this chapter, the rationale behind each step of the operation using precision cutting instruments will be discussed. The various instruments are as follows (Fig. 5G–1)

• 1. Tibial cutting guide

• 2. Femoral cutting guide

• 3. Tensor

• 4. Alignment rods

• 5. Distal femoral cutting guide

• 6. Aligner

• 7. Spacer