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A 6-DOF parallel bone-grinding robot for cervical disc replacement surgery
Heqiang Tian1, Chenchen Wang2, Xiaoqing Dang3
1College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China. heqiangtian@126.com.
Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing
|May 25, 2017
Summary
A novel 6-DOF parallel bone-grinding robot enhances artificial cervical disc replacement surgery. This robot utilizes image navigation and a surgical plan for precise bone grinding, improving surgical outcomes and offering promising clinical applications.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Robotics in Medicine
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Cervical disc disease is a growing concern, particularly for individuals with sedentary lifestyles.
- Artificial cervical disc replacement surgery is a primary treatment, but improvements are needed.
- Robotic assistance can enhance surgical precision and outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a 6-DOF parallel bone-grinding robot for cervical disc replacement surgery.
- To integrate image navigation and surgical planning for enhanced bone grinding.
- To evaluate the feasibility and performance of the robot-assisted surgical system.
Main Methods:
- Designed a 6-DOF parallel bone-grinding robot with mechanical and low-level control systems.
- Implemented optical positioning for navigation within a defined spatial coordinate system.
- Developed parametric planning and high-level control for planar and spherical bone grinding using specialized drills.
Main Results:
- Successfully designed and controlled the bone-grinding robot.
- Validated key technologies and performance through experimental testing.
- Demonstrated promising results for robot-assisted cervical disc replacement surgery with improved operability.
Conclusions:
- The developed 6-DOF parallel bone-grinding robot shows excellent potential for enhancing cervical disc replacement surgery.
- The system offers improved precision and operability, providing valuable support for surgeons.
- Further clinical development is required, but the technique is promising for future applications.
