Robotic Total Knee Replacement
Robotic Total Knee Replacement in Bangalore
Get advanced robotic-assisted knee replacement care from Dr Rajshekhar KT, Lead Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon, for severe knee arthritis, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
What is Mako Robotic Total Knee Replacement?
Mako Total Knee is a robotic-arm assisted knee replacement platform that combines a CT-based 3D surgical plan, dynamic joint balancing, and AccuStop™ haptic technology to help surgeons plan and execute knee replacement more precisely.
Personalized Knee Replacement
Instead of relying only on standard instruments, Mako allows the surgeon to build a patient-specific plan using your knee anatomy, alignment, and bone structure before surgery.
- 3D CT-based planning before surgery
- Real-time guidance during surgery
- Designed for precise implant positioning
- Supports soft tissue-aware balancing decisions
Understanding Mako Robotic Total Knee Replacement
Mako is not an automatic robot doing surgery on its own. Your surgeon stays in full control. The technology supports better planning and controlled execution during each step of the procedure.
Real Image: CT-Based Scan
This scan-based model helps the surgeon understand the patient’s knee anatomy in detail before surgery.
Real Image: Surgical Planning View
Mako planning software allows detailed evaluation of implant size, position, and alignment before the operation begins.
How Does Mako Robotic Technology Work?
Scan
A CT scan is used to build a 3D model of the knee before surgery.
Plan
Your surgeon uses the 3D model to study alignment, bone structure, implant sizing, and soft tissue-related balance.
Execute with Guidance
During surgery, the surgeon guides the robotic arm while AccuStop™ haptic technology helps keep bone preparation within the planned boundary.
Real Image: Intraoperative Guidance
Public educational image showing how the technology guides the surgeon according to the personalized surgical plan.
Benefits of Mako Robotic Total Knee Replacement
Clinical and manufacturer-published summaries describe several potential benefits when compared with manual knee replacement in selected studies.
Improved Accuracy
Studies cited by Stryker report improved accuracy and precision to plan.
Soft Tissue Protection
Mako’s haptic boundaries are designed to help protect soft tissue and ligaments compared with manual cutting blocks.
Less Pain
Patient-facing Mako materials report less pain and shorter recovery times in some comparative studies.
Earlier Return to Activity
More precise execution and less tissue disruption may support smoother early rehabilitation.
Better Balance
Dynamic joint balancing helps refine implant position based on the knee’s movement and tension.
Patient-Specific Planning
Every surgical plan is based on the individual patient’s CT-based 3D model rather than one-size-fits-all assumptions.
Why Choose Dr. Rajshekhar KT for Your Mako Robotic Total Knee Replacement?
- 22+ years of orthopaedic experience
- 6000+ joint replacement surgeries
- 600+ robotic joint replacement procedures highlighted on his official site
- Associated with Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
- Experienced in primary and revision hip and knee replacement surgery
- Focused on patient-friendly communication and recovery-based care
Mako Robotic Total Knee Replacement Procedure
Step 1: Consultation
Clinical examination, X-rays, and evaluation of pain, stiffness, and function.
Step 2: CT-Based Planning
A CT scan is used to create your customized knee model and surgical plan.
Step 3: Robotic-Assisted Surgery
The surgeon removes damaged bone and cartilage and places the implant with real-time robotic guidance.
Step 4: Rehabilitation
Patients start movement with supervision and continue recovery with physiotherapy and follow-up care.
Surgery in a Modern Orthopaedic Setup
This section is designed to explain the procedure clearly to patients looking for a step-by-step understanding before consultation.
What is the Recovery Time for Mako Robotic Total Knee Replacement?
Recovery varies by age, fitness, bone quality, pre-surgery stiffness, and medical condition. Public Stryker recovery guidance notes that most people can resume normal routine activities within about 3 to 6 weeks after total knee replacement, while full improvement continues over the following months.
- Standing and walking often begin early under supervision
- Routine daily activity commonly improves within 3–6 weeks
- Strength, confidence, and function continue improving over months
Recovery Support Matters
Early mobilisation, pain control, home precautions, and physiotherapy all play a major role in achieving a smoother recovery.
FAQ
Is Mako robotic knee replacement safe?
Mako is a surgeon-controlled platform. It is designed to assist planning and execution with patient-specific boundaries. Your orthopaedic surgeon decides whether it is appropriate for your case.
How is Mako different from normal knee replacement?
The biggest difference is CT-based 3D planning, dynamic balancing, and real-time haptic guidance during surgery, which may improve precision compared with manual techniques.
Who may be a candidate for Mako Total Knee?
People with severe knee pain or stiffness due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, or related degenerative conditions who have not had enough relief from conservative treatment may be evaluated.
How long does it take to recover?
Many patients start moving early after surgery, while normal routine activities often improve within 3 to 6 weeks. Full recovery continues over time and varies by individual.
Where does Dr Rajshekhar KT consult?
He is associated with Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
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Location
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru
Consultation Hours
Monday – Saturday
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM