Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement: Precision, Personalisation & Performance
Mr Philip Dobson, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon performs robotic assisted joint replacements at Newcastle Hospitals NHS and Nuffield Health Newcastle.
For patients living with arthritis of the hip or knee, joint replacement can be life-changing. Advances in technology now mean these procedures can be performed with even greater accuracy and consistency. One of the most significant developments is the introduction of Stryker’s Mako SmartRobotics™ system, now available at Nuffield Health Newcastle Hospital.
What is the Stryker Mako System?
The Mako robotic-arm is a highly advanced surgical tool that assists consultants in delivering precise, personalised joint replacements.
- Personalised planning: A CT scan is used to create a 3D model of the joint, allowing a customised surgical plan tailored to each patient’s anatomy.
- Intraoperative precision: During surgery, the robotic arm guides Mr Dobson in following that plan with meticulous accuracy. The system provides real-time feedback and will not allow the instruments to move outside the planned safe zone.
- Proven outcomes: Evidence shows robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements achieve highly accurate implant positioning, improved joint function and excellent protection of surrounding tissues.
Globally, the Mako system has been used in over 1.5 million joint replacement procedures, supported by more than 500 peer-reviewed studies.
Why Choose Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement?
The benefits for patients include:
- Enhanced accuracy: Reduces the risk of implant misplacement or malalignment, which can improve function and longevity of the replacement.
- Preservation of healthy tissue: The robot assists in removing only the damaged bone, leaving surrounding structures unharmed.
- Faster recovery: Studies show patients often experience less pain and a quicker return to mobility.
- Personalised outcomes: Each procedure is planned and executed according to the patient’s unique anatomy.
Now Available at Nuffield Health Newcastle
Mr Philip Dobson, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, is delighted to offer patients the option of robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement surgery with the Stryker Mako system at Nuffield Health Newcastle Hospital.
For patients, this means access to world-leading surgical technology here in the North East, delivered by an experienced consultant. The Mako system supports Mr Dobson in placing implants with exceptional accuracy, helping patients achieve the best possible long-term outcome following joint replacement for arthritis.
What This Means for Patients
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Targeted precision | Better alignment and positioning of the implant |
| Quicker recovery | Less tissue trauma and faster return to activity |
| Durable results | Accurate positioning reduces wear and extends implant life |
| Personalisation | Surgery planned to the patient’s unique anatomy |
Summary
Robotic-assisted joint replacement with the Stryker Mako system combines advanced technology with surgical expertise. For patients undergoing hip or knee replacement for arthritis, it offers a smoother, more predictable path to recovery.
With this system now available at Nuffield Health Newcastle, patients can benefit from consultant-led, robotic-assisted surgery close to home, delivered by Mr Philip Dobson.