Rhea Medical Center is proud to announce the arrival of the extraordinary Mako SmartRobotics Total Knee and Hip Replacement robot, an innovative solution for many who suffer from knee or hip pain!

Using the Mako system, fellowship-trained joint specialist and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Lee Radford creates a personalized plan for each patient based on 3D CT-based technology coupled with AccuStop™ haptics, designed to use auditory, visual and tactile feedback to accurately guide bone prep and implant placement during a procedure. This technology allows for better long-term outcomes and faster recovery time so patients can get back to doing the things they love more quickly!

Overview

Before surgery, a CT scan of your joint is taken and used to develop a 3D virtual model, which allows your surgeon to evaluate bone structure, disease severity, joint alignment and even the surrounding bone and tissue, and to then use that information to create a customize surgery plan based on your individual needs.

During the surgical procedure, your surgeon guides Mako’s robotic arm, which uses AccuStop™ haptic technology, so they can cut less and help protect your healthy bone.

Mako SmartRobotic surgery offers greater benefits than traditional joint replacement surgery, such as shorter recovery times, less pain, and better outcomes.

Total Hip Replacement

Mako Total Hip is a version of replacement surgery capable with the latest Mako SmartRobotics technology. This innovative technique offers:

  • More accurate placement and alignment of hip implants
  • The feeling of a natural hip
  • Less change of hip displocation
  • Better preservation of healthy bone

Total Knee Replacement

Mako Total Knee is a version of replacement surgery capable with the latest Mako SmartRobotics technology. This innovative technique offers:

  • Protection of soft tissue and ligaments from surgical damage
  • Less long-term or lasting pain effects versus traditional replacement surgery
  • More intuitive surgical planning

Partial Knee Replacement

Mako Partial Knee is a version of replacement surgery capable with the latest Mako SmartRobotics technology. This innovative technique offers:

  • A more precise bone removal technique
  • Less pain during recovery
  • A shorter hospital stay
  • Faster recovery overall
  • Greater long-term patient satisfaction

To learn more about Mako knee and hip replacement surgery, call 423-476-5554.