How long is the recovery for total knee replacement surgery?

While every patient is different, recovery for knee surgery can take up to two weeks using MAKO technology, far different from the six to eight weeks via traditional surgery procedures.

Who is a candidate for total knee replacement?

Patients living with knee pain caused by late-stage osteoarthritis and cannot depend on conservative treatment options make perfect candidates for MAKO robotic-assisted total knee replacement.

Total Knee Replacement Scottsdale | Greater Phoenix Orthopedics

Total Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee Repair & Treatment in Scottsdale

MAKO robotic-assisted total knee replacement is for patients living with knee pain caused by irreversible underlying conditions like late-stage osteoarthritis that fails to respond to conservative treatment options. Prior to a knee replacement, your surgeon may suggest conservative options like injectable medications, oral medications, physical therapy, activity modification, and bracing. If these fail to control your pain your surgeon may suggest a total knee replacement for definitive treatment.

Kinematic Knee

Accuracy and Precision

Proven Results

Diagnosis

Prior to your scheduled surgery you will have a CT scan. From this CT scan the MAKO provides a personalized surgical plan based on your anatomy. The scan is uploaded into the MAKO software system and a 3D model is rendered which is then used to pre-plan Greater Phoenix Orthopedics in Arizona in performing your knee replacement.

Surgery

Once in the operating room we will use your personal surgical plan to prepare your bone for the implants. He guides the robotic arm to remove the arthritic or diseased bone and cartilage. While we are controlling the robotic arm it is providing feedback physically, visually and audibly to maintain the boundaries set by your personal plan. The robotic-arm technology has demonstrated in laboratory testing to provide accurate placement based on the personalized surgical plan. Greater Phoenix Orthopedics has some of the best surgeons for knee replacement. Schedule a consultation to see how we can get you moving again.

Recovery Time Using MAKO

Recovery time for knee surgery is much quicker when undergoing MAKO. You can expect to be up and moving two weeks post-operation, compared to six to eight weeks when receiving traditional knee surgery.