Shannon’s Orthopedic Surgeons utilize Stryker’s Mako Robotic-Arm
system to provide the latest technological advancement in surgical joint
replacement procedures. Mako provides a higher level of accuracy and predictability
when performing joint replacement surgery. Shannon is the only hospital
in the Concho Valley to offer this solution for hip and knee replacement.
The technology allows surgeons to create a patient-specific 3D plan and
perform joint replacement surgery using a surgeon controlled robotic-arm
that helps the surgeon execute the procedure with a high degree of accuracy.
Using a virtual 3D model, the Mako System allows surgeons to personalize
each patient’s surgical plan pre-operatively, so there is a clear
plan for how the surgeon will position the implant before entering the
operating room. During surgery, the surgeon can validate that plan and
make any necessary adjustments, while the robotic-arm then allows the
surgeon to execute that plan with a high level of accuracy and predictability.
The combination of these three features of the system has the potential
to lead to better outcomes and higher patient satisfaction.
Mako Total Joint Replacement
We understand that knowing what to expect from your joint replacement experience
is important to you. Each patient is unique and can experience joint pain
for different reasons. It’s important to talk to us about the reason
for your hip pain so you can understand the treatment options available to you.
Pain from arthritis and joint degeneration can be constant or come and
go, occur with movement or after a period of rest, or be located in one
spot or many parts of the body. It is common for patients to try medication
and other conservative treatments to treat their hip pain. If you haven’t
experienced adequate relief with those treatment options, you may be a
candidate for Mako Total Hip replacement, which may provide you with relief
from your hip pain.
Mako can help your surgeon plan for better outcomes, like less pain and
shorter recovery times, compared to manual hip replacement surgery.
Make an Appointment
Reach out to our Orthopedics Navigator who can connect you to solutions
for knee and hip pain.
Mako is an innovative solution for many suffering from painful arthritis of
the knee or hip.
Scan. It all starts with a CT scan so your surgeon can
know more about your anatomy.
Plan. The CT scan is used to create a 3D CT-based model of your hip. Your surgeon
uses this 3D model to create a personalized surgical plan and assist your
surgeon in performing your knee replacement or hip replacement procedure.
Mako Can. In the operating room, your surgeon follows your personalized surgical
plan while preparing the bone for the implant. The surgeon guides Mako’s
robotic arm within the predefined area, and Mako’s AccuStopTM technology helps the surgeon stay within the planned boundaries that were defined
when the personalized preoperative plan was created.
It’s important to understand that the surgery is performed by an
orthopedic surgeon, who guides Mako’s robotic arm during the surgery
to position the implant in the knee and hip joints. Mako does not perform
surgery, make decisions on its own or move without the surgeon guiding
it. Mako also allows your surgeon to make adjustments to your plan during
surgery as needed.
spot or many parts of the body. It is common for patients to try medication
and other conservative treatments to treat their hip pain. If you haven’t
experienced adequate relief with those treatment options, you may be a
candidate for Mako Total Hip replacement, which may provide you with relief
from your hip pain.
Mako is an innovative solution for many suffering from painful arthritis of
the knee or hip.
helps the surgeon stay within the planned boundaries that were defined
when the personalized preoperative plan was created.
