Living with knee pain for years is never easy. Chronic knee discomfort can significantly reduce mobility and impact quality of life. This was the reality for a 68-year-old patient from BSD, who endured knee pain for nearly 15 years.
Encouraged by friends and family, she finally decided to undergo a robotic Total Knee Replacement at Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital, performed by dr. Paulus Ronald Hibono, Sp.OT (K) Hip & Knee.
From Fear to Confidence — Thanks to Family Support and dr. Paulus’ Guidance
For 15 years, this BSD patient lived with persistent knee pain that disrupted her daily activities. Since 2010, the pain would come and go despite undergoing various treatments, including injections and arthroscopic procedures on her right knee. The condition kept recurring, making it difficult to stay active, even for simple activities like walking with her family.
She admitted she had always been afraid of undergoing Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery, which led her to postpone it for years. That changed after hearing a positive testimonial from a friend who had knee surgery with dr. Paulus, a hip & knee orthopedic subspecialist at Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital.
Her first consultation with dr. Paulus was a turning point. His detailed and reassuring explanation turned her hesitation into confidence.
“I was afraid before, but suddenly I felt brave. I shook dr. Paulus’ hand right away and said I was ready for surgery,” she recalled.
Her children’s encouragement was another strong motivator. She wanted to walk again, spend time with her grandchildren, and travel without needing a wheelchair.
“The last time I traveled, my child had to push me in a wheelchair. It was such a heavy feeling,” she shared.
A Life-Changing Surgery with CORI Robotic Technology
The surgery was performed using the advanced CORI Robotic System, which allows for greater precision, reduced risks, and faster recovery. The results were remarkable:
- Day 1 post-surgery: able to stand
- Day 2: started walking around 8 steps
- Day 3: walking with an assistive device
- Day 4: began physiotherapy, cycling on a stationary bike, and no longer using a cane
Today, she can walk without pain and enjoy quality time with her family again. She expressed deep satisfaction with her treatment at Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital:
“I’m very satisfied with Dr. Paulus, the nurses, and everyone here,” she said.
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dr. Paulus’ Schedule at Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital
dr. Paulus is a hip & knee orthopedic subspecialist experienced in performing robotic knee replacement surgeries.
His achievements include representing Indonesia at the CORI Robotic Summit and conducting hands-on CORI robotic workshops in Thailand.
Clinic hours:
- Monday: 08:00 – 13:00 WIB
- Tuesday: 17:00 – 20:00 WIB
- Wednesday: 14:00 – 17:00 WIB
- Thursday: 14:00 – 17:00 WIB
- Friday: 14:00 – 20:00 WIB
- Saturday: 08:00 – 14:00 WIB
If you are considering a UKA or TKR knee replacement, visit Mandaya Royal Puri Hospital and consult directly with Dr. Paulus.
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