Robot-Assisted Joint Surgery

Orthopedic surgeons at Community Healthcare System were the first in Northwest Indiana to offer Mako SmartRobotics™ for both total knee and total hip replacements. This advancement in joint surgery transforms the way these joint replacement surgeries are performed, by helping surgeons know more and cut less.

With Mako, surgeons utilize a CT scan to create a personalized joint replacement plan based on each patient’s unique anatomy before entering the operating room. During surgery, they can confirm their surgical approach and make any necessary adjustments while guiding the robotic arm to execute the intended surgical plan.

Mako SmartRobotics’ 3D CT-based planning coupled with AccuStop™ haptic technology can help surgeons plan for better outcomes like less pain and quicker recovery times, helping patients get back to the activities they enjoy.