How Suprapatellar Nailing Reduces Post-Operative Knee Pain and Malalignment?

 

Breaking your shin bone (tibia) is tough, and while surgery helps fix it, recovery can bring unexpected knee pain. Traditionally, inserting the rod meant going through the patellar tendon below the kneecap, often leaving patients with lasting pain and stiffness. The Suprapatellar nailing System changes that completely. Instead of cutting through the tendon, surgeons make the entry point above the kneecap using a special sleeve that protects the joint, avoiding trauma altogether. The result? Far less knee pain after surgery. Another major advantage is alignment. With the older method, the bent-knee position made it hard to ensure the bone healed straight. The suprapatellar technique allows the leg to stay straight, giving surgeons a perfect X-ray view for precise alignment. This simple but smart shift reduces both post-op pain and malalignment risk. It’s a true two-for-one improvement — faster recovery, better comfort, and more accurate healing.