{
  "id": 3520717,
  "title": "SRV Hospitals Launches Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Centre In Chembur",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/srv-hospitals-launches-robotic-assisted-joint-replacement-centre-in",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-08-26T13:27:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/tech/srv-hospitals-launches-robotic-assisted-joint-replacement-centre-in-chembur"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai's SRV Hospitals have inaugurated an advanced Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Centre of Excellence in Chembur. This facility aims to address the increasing burden of joint problems in Mumbai's ageing population, which is exacerbated by sedentary lifestyles and obesity. The centre utilizes the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution, which provides surgeons with real-time information during knee replacement surgery and supports personalised surgical planning based on a patient's unique anatomy. Unlike traditional methods, this technology eliminates the need for a pre-operative CT scan. The centre is integrated into SRV’s Mobility Restoration Programme, which encompasses preventive care, specialist evaluation, surgery when necessary, structured rehabilitation, and follow-up care. A multidisciplinary team of medical professionals will support patients throughout their recovery journey.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: For patients living with severe knee pain, the problem often goes beyond the joint itself. Difficulty climbing stairs, walking long distances, or going to work can gradually lead to dependence on others and loss of confidence. With Mumbai’s ageing population, sedentary lifestyle and rising obesity adding to the burden of joint problems, advanced treatment options are increasingly being…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}