Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement

Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement

Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement in Oklahoma City

Dr. Paul Jacob is a fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement specialist providing robotic-assisted knee replacement in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. With advanced training in adult reconstruction at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Jacob uses advanced robotic technology, including Mako robotic-arm assisted technology, when appropriate to support personalized surgical planning and precise implant positioning.

For patients with knee arthritis who continue to experience pain, swelling, stiffness, or difficulty with everyday activities despite conservative treatment, robotic-assisted knee replacement may be an option. Dr. Jacob evaluates the severity and location of knee damage, overall health, and individual goals to determine whether robotic-assisted total or partial knee replacement is appropriate.

Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Surgery

Robotic assisted partial knee surgery is an innovative alternative to the conventional surgical procedure in patients suffering from degenerative knee diseases such as osteoarthritis. It is performed using robotic-arm technology that allows the surgeon to precisely perform the surgery through a smaller incision as compared to traditional surgery.

This procedure utilizes X-rays and CT scans to determine the damaged areas, of the joint, that need to be removed for the precise placement of the knee implant. The procedure may be used for total or partial knee surgery. In the partial knee resurfacing, only the diseased portion of your knee is removed, preserving the surrounding healthy bone and tissue. An implant is then secured over the prepared portion of your knee joint that results in resolution of symptoms and a natural knee movement. As it employs a minimally invasive technique the incidence of scarring and blood loss is very low.

The procedure is beneficial in patients with unicompartmental or bicompartmental knee disease. Robotic assisted partial knee surgery can be considered in patients with early to mid-stage osteoarthritis associated with symptoms such as knee pain, knee swelling, and knee locking. The procedure results in resolution of symptoms and a natural knee movement.

Benefits

The benefits of the robotic assisted partial knee surgery include:

• Smaller incisions
• Rapid recovery
• Precise placement of the implant
• Reduced injury to adjacent tissues
• Increased longevity of the implant

Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology for total knee replacement

We understand that making sure you know what to expect from your joint replacement experience is important to you. As you are reading through this material, if you have additional questions please reach out to us to discuss.

Each patient is unique, and can experience joint pain for different reasons. It’s important to talk to us about the reason for your knee 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 knee pain. If you haven’t experienced adequate relief with those treatment options, you may be a candidate for Mako Total Knee replacement, which may provide you with relief from your knee pain.

How Mako Technology works

personalized preoperative planMako Robotic-Arm Assisted Total Knee replacement is a treatment option for adults living with mid to late-stage osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. Mako provides you with a personalized surgical plan based on your unique anatomy. First, a CT scan of the diseased knee joint is taken. This CT scan is uploaded into the Mako System software, where a 3D model of your knee is created. This 3D model is used to pre-plan and assist your surgeon in performing your total knee replacement.

In the operating room, your surgeon follows your personalized surgical plan while preparing the bone for the

Bone preparation

Triathlon Total Knee implant. With over a decade of clinical history, Triathlon knee replacements are different than traditional knee replacements because they are designed to work with the body to promote natural-like circular motion.1-4

The surgeon guides the robotic-arm to remove diseased bone and cartilage within the pre-defined area and the Mako System helps the surgeon stay within the planned boundaries that were defined when the personalized pre-operative plan was created. In a laboratory study, Mako Technology demonstrated accurate placement of implants to a personalized surgical plan.5

It's important to understand that the surgery is performed by an orthopaedic surgeon, who guides the robotic-arm during the surgery to position the implant in the knee joint. The robotic-arm does not perform surgery, make decisions on its own, or move without the surgeon guiding the robotic-arm. The Mako System also allows your surgeon to make adjustments to your plan during surgery as needed.

Why Choose Dr. Paul Jacob for Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement in Oklahoma City?

Dr. Paul Jacob is a Cleveland Clinic-trained adult reconstruction specialist whose practice focuses on hip and knee reconstruction. His expertise includes total and partial knee replacement, revision joint replacement, robotic-assisted surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and outpatient joint replacement for appropriately selected patients.

Robotic-assisted knee replacement combines advanced imaging and computer-assisted planning with the surgeon's expertise. When Mako technology is appropriate, a CT scan can be used to create a three-dimensional model of the patient's knee and help develop a personalized surgical plan. The robotic system does not perform the surgery independently. The surgeon remains in control throughout the procedure.

Patients considering robotic-assisted knee replacement in Oklahoma City may benefit from:

• Fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Cleveland Clinic
• Dedicated focus on hip and knee reconstruction
• Experience with robotic-assisted knee replacement
• Personalized surgical planning based on individual anatomy
• Total and partial knee replacement options
• Individualized treatment and recovery planning

Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement FAQs

Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement in Oklahoma City

If knee arthritis is limiting your ability to walk, exercise, work, or enjoy everyday activities, Dr. Paul Jacob provides robotic-assisted knee replacement in Oklahoma City using advanced technology and individualized surgical planning. His Cleveland Clinic training and dedicated focus on adult reconstruction allow him to evaluate whether robotic-assisted total or partial knee replacement is appropriate for your condition.

Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Paul Jacob in Oklahoma City to learn whether robotic-assisted knee replacement may be an option for you. Patients from Edmond, Norman, and surrounding Oklahoma communities can receive specialized knee replacement care and personalized guidance throughout treatment and recovery.