Mako robotic-arm assisted technology for orthopedic surgeries
Over the years, knee replacement techniques and technology have undergone countless improvements. Mako Technology was designed to help surgeons provide patients with a personalized surgical experience based on their specific diagnosis and anatomy.
Am i a candidate for Mako total knee robotic-arm assisted surgery?
Mako total knee robotic-arm assisted surgery may be the best option for you if you suffer from:
Knee pain that interferes with daily activity, and is persistent even at rest
Start-up knee pain or stiffness when activities are initiated from a sitting position
Failure to respond to non-surgical treatments or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication
How Mako total knee robotic-arm assisted surgery works
Mako total knee robotic-arm assisted surgery may be the best option for you if you suffer from:
Knee pain that interferes with daily activity, and is persistent even at rest
Start-up knee pain or stiffness when activities are initiated from a sitting position
Failure to respond to non-surgical treatments or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication
Frequently asked questions
We understand that making sure your total knee replacement is covered by health insurance is important to you. Check with your health insurance provider to verify your specific coverage.
The first Mako procedure was a partial knee replacement performed in June 2006. Since that time, over 83,000 Mako hip and knee replacement procedures have been performed around the world.
No, the robotic-arm doesn’t perform surgery, nor can it make decisions on its own or move without the surgeon guiding it.
Individual results vary and not all patients will have the same postoperative recovery and activity level. The lifetime of a knee replacement is not infinite and varies with each individual.
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