Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital offers Mako® robotic-arm assisted surgery to perform various joint replacement procedures, including hip replacements, partial knee replacements and total knee replacements.
Performed by Mako-trained orthopedic surgeons, Mako SmartRobotics™ provides relief for joint pain through the use of minimally invasive robotic surgery. The technology creates a personalized surgical plan based on your unique anatomy, which helps the surgeon improve accuracy during the procedure.
How Does Mako Work?
A CT scan is taken of the joint and loaded into the system. This is then used to create a 3D model of the joint and a surgical plan. During the procedure, the Mako system follows the plan and helps guide the surgeon, which helps improve the accuracy of the placement and alignment of the new implant.