MAKO Robotic Partial Knee Replacement

Mako Robotic-Assisted Partial Knee Replacement Surgery
with Mr Sulaiman Alazzawi

With the latest technology, such as the MAKO robotic system, partial knee replacement can now be performed with even greater precision. For patients with arthritis limited to one part of the knee, a MAKO robotic-assisted partial knee replacement can be an excellent choice. This procedure resurfaces only the damaged portion of the joint, leaving the healthy bone, cartilage, and ligaments intact.

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This system uses 3D imaging to create a personalised surgical plan, helping the surgeon place the implant with accuracy tailored to your unique knee anatomy. For patients, this often means less pain, a faster recovery, and improved long-term function. By combining surgical expertise with advanced robotic assistance, we aim to deliver safer, more reliable results.

If you’re struggling with knee pain but want to explore less invasive solutions, a consultation can help you find the treatment that best fits your lifestyle and goals.

Robotic Knee Replacement FAQs

The necessity for knee replacement arises when the knee joint’s wear or damage results in reduced mobility and persistent pain, even during periods of rest. Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent reason for knee replacement, with other conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, haemophilia, gout, and knee injuries, also warranting consideration.

Knee replacement is recommended when severe pain, swelling, and stiffness limit mobility, impacting daily life and sleep. If conventional treatments like physiotherapy or steroid injections prove ineffective, surgery becomes a viable option. Consideration is given if tasks like shopping or personal hygiene become challenging, leading to a diminished quality of life.

There are two primary types of knee replacement surgery based on the knee’s condition:

  • Total Knee Replacement (TKR): involves replacing both sides of the knee joint.
  • Partial (Half) Knee Replacement (PKR): Replaces only one side of the joint, requiring a smaller operation, shorter hospital stay, and quicker recovery.

While alternative surgeries exist, their long-term efficacy may not match that of knee replacement. Options include arthroscopic washout and debridement, osteotomy, and mosaicplasty. The choice depends on the individual case and will be discussed with the doctor.

Hospital stays typically last one to two days, with recovery times varying based on the surgery type and individual response. After discharge, patients receive guidance on at-home knee care, initial use of walking aids, and exercises from a physiotherapist. Full recovery, involving scar tissue healing and muscle restoration, may take up to a year.

Though knee replacement is generally safe, potential complications include knee stiffness, wound infection, deep joint infection requiring further surgery, unexpected bleeding, and damage to surrounding ligaments, arteries, or nerves. Blood clots, persistent pain, and fractures around the knee replacement are also rare but possible occurrences, necessitating corrective procedures in some cases.

After undergoing a knee replacement, many patients are keen to resume the sports and activities they previously enjoyed before experiencing the pain and lack of mobility caused by arthritis. Every patient is unique but generally Mr Alazzawi advises against returning to high impact sports such as rugby or football which have a high risk of falling or trauma. Running or jogging will wear the new joint out faster which must be balanced against the benefits of this exercise.

Low impact sports such cycling, hiking, swimming or golf, are encouraged as it is important to keep fit and active. Returning to these sports should only be undertaken when your healing has progressed and you have completed a rehabilitation protocol aimed at improving the flexibility and strength of your muscles and joints.

Leading Hip & Knee Joint Replacement Specialist

Mr Sulaiman Alazzawi is a Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon based at St Georges University Hospital and the South West Elective Orthopaedic Centre in Epsom. He specialises in hip and knee replacements and treating painful or failing joint replacements. His private practice is based at Fortius Clinic and Parkside Hospital in Wimbledon and Spire St Anthony’s Hospital in Sutton.

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London Joint Replacement Specialist

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Mr Sulaiman Alazzawi offers outstanding patient care and utilises the latest hip and knee joint replacement techniques and technology to help you get back to doing what you love faster.

 
 

TREATMENTS

KNEE REPLACEMENT

HIP REPLACEMENT

ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT

ROBOTIC HIP REPLACEMENT

REVISION JOINT REPLACEMENT

CONTACT

07765190 703

ALAZZAWI@FORTIUSCLINIC.COM

FORTIUS CLINIC WIMBLEDON

PARKSIDE HOSPITAL

SPIRE ST ANTHONY’S HOSPITAL

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