Recent Management and Future Perspectives on Knee Arthroplasty
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Orthopedics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 April 2026 | Viewed by 27
Special Issue Editor
2. Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Thessalia, Larissa, Greece
Interests: knee arthroplasty; hip arthroplasty; sports medicine; ACL reconstruction; PJI
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Dear Colleagues,
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a widely performed procedure aimed at alleviating pain and improving function in patients with end-stage arthritis. Despite its success, a subset of patients report dissatisfaction, often due to postoperative pain, stiffness, or knee laxity. Recent research has focused on evaluating various parameters to optimize outcomes, including alignment, implant design, and surgical techniques.
This special issue reviews current evidence regarding advancements in TKA, such as the use of robotic-assisted surgery and personalized implants, with an emphasis on evidence-based approaches. It discusses the importance of individualized treatment strategies tailored to each patient’s anatomy and biomechanics, supported by recent clinical studies.
Alignment remains a key factor influencing postoperative outcomes. While coronal alignment has been thoroughly studied, emerging evidence highlights the significance of alignment in axial and sagittal planes for restoring native knee kinematics. The issue discusses scientific findings on how different alignment strategies impact functional results and implant longevity.
Furthermore, material innovations and implant design improvements aim to extend range of motion and reduce wear. Nonetheless, the clinical benefits and cost-effectiveness of these advancements require further rigorous investigation.
The goal of this Special Issue is to present a balanced, evidence-driven overview of the current state of TKA and identify avenues for future research based on robust scientific data.
Dr. Georgios Komnos
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- knee arthroplasty
- individualized approach
- implant designs
- robotic-assisted
- knee alignment
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