For those suffering from chronic knee pain, surgery can feel like a daunting prospect. But thanks to a groundbreaking procedure offered by Dr. Daniel Samani, orthopedic surgeon at Community HealthCare System, knee replacement no longer has to mean a long, painful recovery.
Dr. Samani now performs the Jiffy Knee® technique, an advanced approach to knee replacement that avoids cutting the quadriceps or VMO (vastus medialis oblique) muscles—areas typically disturbed in traditional procedures. Instead, special instruments are used to gently lift and slide the muscles aside, allowing access to the joint while preserving muscle integrity.
“This technique allows us to place the implant with much less trauma to the surrounding tissue,” said Dr. Samani. “As a result, most patients experience less pain, faster mobility, and a quicker return to their normal routines.”
The Jiffy Knee procedure, patented by Dr. Manish Patel, typically takes about 30-60 minutes for the implant, and the recovery period is notably short. Many patients are up and walking the same day, often with less need for narcotic pain medication.
Importantly, the procedure carries no additional risk compared to traditional knee replacement and uses the same high-quality implants and surgical standards.
Dr. Samani, who has 30 years’ experience in joint replacement and orthopedic care, sees the technique as a game-changer—especially for active adults looking to maintain independence and quality of life.
“People want to get back to doing the things they love—gardening, golfing, walking the dog,” he said. “Jiffy Knee helps them do that without the long downtime.”
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