Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Knee Replacement
If you have tried to relieve your knee 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, increased longevity and more natural movement.
Don't have an orthopedic specialist? Discuss your knee 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 knee pain is a result of:
- Noninflammatory degenerative joint disease, including osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, or avascular necrosis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Post-traumatic arthritis
And conservative treatment options have not provided adequate relief.
Why Consider Mako?
- The Mako robot enables surgeons to execute surgical plans more accurately.
- It protects soft tissue and ligaments from damage.
- The system offers dynamic joint balancing for successful long-term outcomes.
- Mako patients often report less pain and higher post-surgery satisfaction.
What is a Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Knee Replacement?
The Mako system provides a personalized surgical plan based on CT scans of your unique knee anatomy. The Mako system software develops a 3D model of your knee 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 instrument arm to remove arthritic bone and cartilage and position the prosthetic joint. A virtual boundary is established by the robot to prevent the surgeon from crossing the bone field into surrounding tissue.
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.
Watch the video below to learn more.