MAKO Robotic Knee Replacement offers an advanced solution for those grappling with painful arthritis of the knee. Utilizing Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology, the procedure is customized to your distinct anatomy through a personalized surgical plan leading to fewer complications and faster recovery.
Benefits of Mako Robotic Knee Replacement
Increased Accuracy
CT scans are used to create highly accurate 3D models of the knee joint. The surgeon can visualize and plan the knee replacement surgery in detail to closely match the anatomy of each patient. The specifications of the pre-surgical 3D plan are fed into the Mako robotic system, which ensures all reaming and cutting instruments always stay in the safe zone.
Less Soft Tissue Damage
Joint replacement surgery using the MAKO Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology may involve fewer cuts or incisions than traditional joint replacement surgery. The use of the robotic system and the 3D model allows the surgeon to make precise cuts and place the implant in the perfect position. This allows for greater preservation of bone, muscle, and other tissue, reducing postoperative pain.
Quicker Recovery
Studies have found that when using Mako’s robotic technology patients had a shorter hospital stay and a faster return to normal activities as compared to traditional joint replacement surgery. Another benefit that has been found is that there is a lower revision rate and a greater likelihood of total comfort once recovery is complete.
Dennis, local sports coach, had MAKO Robotic Knee Replacement surgery with
Dr. R. Scott Oliver and is now back to living pain free!
HOW MAKO WORKS
Scan
It all starts with a CT scan so your surgeon can know more about your anatomy.
Plan
The CT scan is used to create a 3D CT-based model of your joint. Your surgeon uses this 3D model to create a personalized surgical plan and assist your surgeon in performing your joint replacement procedure.
MAKO Can
In the operating room, your surgeon follows your personalized surgical plan while preparing the bone for the implant. The surgeon guides Mako’s robotic arm within the predefined area, and Mako’s AccuStopTM technology helps the surgeon stay within the planned boundaries that were defined when the personalized preoperative plan was created.
