Robotic Surgery at Northwest Medical Center - Bentonville
Robotic-Arm Assisted Partial Knee and Total Hip Replacement
Northwest Medical Center – Bentonville now offers robotic-arm assisted partial knee and total hip replacement procedures.
Using a virtual 3D model, the system allows surgeons to personalize each patient’s surgical plan pre-operatively, so there is a clear plan for how the surgeon will position the implant before entering the operating room.
During surgery, the surgeon can validate that plan and make any necessary adjustments, while the robotic-arm allows the surgeon to execute that plan with a high level of accuracy and predictability.
Partial Knee Procedure
The partial knee application is a treatment option designed to relieve the pain caused by joint degeneration because of osteoarthritis that has not yet progressed to all three compartments of the knee.
Following the personalized pre-operative plan, the surgeon guides the robotic-arm during bone preparation to execute the pre-determined surgical plan and to position the implant. By selectively targeting only the part of the knee damaged by osteoarthritis, surgeons can resurface the diseased portion of the knee while helping to spare the healthy bone and ligaments surrounding the knee joint.
Total Hip Procedure
The total hip application is a treatment option for adults who suffer from degenerative joint disease of the hip. During surgery, the surgeon guides the robotic-arm during bone preparation to prepare the hip socket and position the implant according to the pre-determined surgical plan.
For more information, or to schedule an appointment call (800) 734-2024 today.
Physicians
- Mark Allard, M.D.
- Christopher Dougherty, D.O.
- Stephen Hudson, M.D.
- Michael Maline, D.O.