Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Hip Replacement
If you have tried to relieve your hip pain without success, it may be time to discuss surgery with your orthopedic specialist. One option you and your surgeon can consider is Mako Robtic-Arm Assisted Surgery.
The cutting-edge Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery System allows your orthopedic surgeon to create a surgical plan unique to your anatomy, and then use the robotic arm to implant the components with greater precision, leading to better function and more natural movement.
Don't have an orthopedic specialist? Discuss your hip pain with our orthopedic care coordinator at 843-522-7435, or schedule an appointment with one of our board-certified orthopedic specialists.
When is Mako an Option?
Your severe hip pain or stiffness is a result of noninflammatory or inflammatory degenerative joint disease (DJD) such as:
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Post-traumatic arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
- Avascular necrosis (AVN)
- Hip dysplasia
And conservative treatment options like bracing, medication or joint fluid supplements, have not provided adequate relief.
Why Consider Mako?
- The Mako robot enables surgeons to place and align hip implants more accurately.
- There is less risk of hip dislocation.
- More healthy bone is preserved.
- Patients experience more natural feeling movement of their hip.
What is a Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Hip Replacement?
The Mako system provides a personalized surgical plan based on CT scans of your unique hip anatomy. The Mako system software develops a 3D model of your hip from your CT scan. Your surgeon will use the model to evaluate bone structure, disease severity, joint alignment and the surrounding bone and tissue to determine the optimal size, placement and alignment of the implant.
During the operation, your surgeon follows the preoperative plan guiding the robotic arm within the predefined area. The technology's virtual boundary allows the surgeon to cut less and preserve healthy bone.
Although aided by the robotic arm, the surgery is performed by your orthopedic surgeon. The robotic arm does not perform surgery, make decisions on its own or move without the surgeon guiding it. Your surgeon is always able to make adjustments to your plan during surgery if needed.
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Speak With a Specially Trained Orthopedic Surgeon
The following surgeons can assess and treat your hip pain and stiffness with conservative and surgical options. They are specially trained in performing Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Hip Replacement. Click on a name to learn more about each orthopedic surgeon.