Malaysian researchers developed a computer program for orthopedic surgeons to use in surgeries involving the knee joints, local media reported on Thursday.

The software, known as the Virtual Arthroscopy Knee Reconstruction or VR-AKR, is developed by researchers of Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), according to report by the New Straits Times.

The software provides visual assistance to surgeons through the use of three-dimensional images of the knee joints during surgery. It has been developed specifically for arthroscopy knee construction.

Prof Kenneth Sundaraj, who is leading the research team, said the VR-AKR would hopefully lessen the after-effects of knee surgery for patients.

Medical specialists reported that about 65 percent of patients with knee-related conditions complained of joint discomfort after surgery, he said.