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ASK THE EXPERT

Orthopedic surgeon
Kenneth J. Ham, MD

ROBOT HELPS SURGEONS
MEND ACHING KNEES

Orthopedic surgeon Kenneth J. Ham, MD, discusses the
benefits of using the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery
knee replacement platform

Q

What is Mako and how does
it work?
Mako is a computerized robotic
arm that assists the surgeon in performing knee replacement surgery.
The robot's computer performs virtual
mapping of the patient's leg and knee
and allows me to make safe and precise
cuts so that the total knee implant fits
comfortably in an appropriate and balanced position.

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What is the surgeon's role
in Mako surgery? Does
the robot perform the
procedure?
The surgeon performs the surgery. The
robotic arm assists with the precision
fit, but the surgeon guides the robotic
arm's movement.

Q

Will I still need to participate
in rehabilitation activities
if my surgery is performed
using Mako?
This is still considered major surgery.
There will still be pain. You still have to
go through therapy and rehab, which

Q

If I need both knees
replaced, can they both be
performed with Mako at the
same time?
We can perform bilateral knee replacement with Mako, but I strongly recommend doing one at a time, replacing the
more painful knee first. The risk of complications may be higher with bilateral
knee replacement. ■
CALL

Painful Knees?
Orthopedic specialists Kenneth
J. Ham, MD, and Michael
Knesek, MD, are among the
surgeons performing partial
and total knee replacements
using the Mako robotic system
at St. Mary Medical Center in
Hobart. For a physician referral,
call 219-836-3477 or toll-free
866-836-3477.

PHOTO BY GETTY IMAGES

What are the primary benefits for patients of having
Mako versus traditional knee
replacement surgery?
Mako is a very precise instrument. The
modifications to the knee are made with
accuracy that can be measured in millimeters and safely within pre-established

boundaries. Because Mako is so precise,
the procedure is less damaging to the
patient's surrounding soft tissue.

are the same as for traditional surgery. Based on the outcomes we have
had with Mako, patients who undergo
the robotic surgery have, in general,
required less therapy and their functionality often improves more quickly.



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