India, Feb. 14 -- Knee replacement surgery has helped millions regain mobility and overcome chronic pain. Yet misconceptions continue to delay timely treatment. In today's era of advanced medical technology - particularly robotic techniques in orthopaedic care - it is essential to separate facts from fiction. As one of the first centres in the region to adopt robotic knee replacement, NHS Ortho Robotics (a unit of NHS Hospital) remains committed to enhancing accuracy and promoting faster recovery through innovation. Here is a closer look at some common myths surrounding knee replacement: Myth 1: Knee replacement is only for the elderly. Fact: Age is not the deciding factor- quality of life is. The need for surgery depends on the severity of joint damage and its impact on daily activities, not age alone. Younger patients with severe arthritis, injuries or deformities may also benefit. Robotic technology enables customised implant positioning across age groups. Myth 2: Surgery is extremely painful and involves a long recovery. Fact: Robotic-assisted surgery allows faster and more comfortable recovery. Modern minimally invasive techniques and robotic planning help reduce tissue damage and postoperative pain. Many patients begin walking within 24 hours and return to daily activities much sooner than expected. Myth 3: Robotic knee replacement is risky. Fact: Robotics enhances safety and precision. The robot does not function independently; it is entirely controlled by the surgeon. At NHS Ortho Robotics, real-time mapping provides sub-millimetre accuracy, ensuring improved implant fit and long-term outcomes. Myth 4: Knee implants do not last long. Fact: Modern implants can last 25-30 years or more. Robotic precision ensures proper alignment and balanced load distribution, minimising wear and extending implant longevity - even for younger patients. Myth 5: Movement will be restricted after surgery. Fact: Most patients regain excellent mobility. Following recovery, patients can comfortably walk, climb stairs, cycle and perform daily activities - often better than before surgery - supported by structured rehabilitation. Myth 6: Technology does not make a significant difference. Fact: Robotic technology significantly improves outcomes by providing personalised mapping, precise bone cuts and optimal ligament balance - capabilities that go well beyond what manual tools can achieve. Conclusion: Knowledge empowers better decisions. Knee replacement can be life-changing when guided by accurate information and advanced technology. With robotic techniques, patients today have access to safer, more precise and faster-recovery options. Understanding the myths and embracing the facts empowers patients to make informed decisions and move confidently toward a pain-free and active life. The author of this article is an MCh, orthopaedics (UK), and a senior surgeon at NHS Ortho Robotics (a unit of NHS Hospital) with over 25 years of experience. He, along with a team of five orthopaedic surgeons, is at the forefront of delivering safe, precise and minimally invasive solutions....