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A detailed digital render of a personalized Mako SmartRobotics preoperative hip replacement plan on a black background, as used by Dr. Cory Calendine. It shows a 3D pelvic model, native and planned rotation centers, and precisely calculated data readouts for supine, stand, and sit positions (Pelvic Tilt 5°P to 15°P; Cup Inclination 39° to 42°). This visual proves the customized planning advantage. Assisted Hip Replacement

Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement Technology

Cory Calendine, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Hip and Knee Specialist

Mako SmartRobotics hip replacement technology is revolutionizing joint pain relief for millions of Americans suffering from arthritis or injury. In this detailed overview, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Cory Calendine, of the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, explains the five key clinical advantages of robotic-assisted hip replacement, from improved implant accuracy to the preservation of healthy bone. Discover how personalized 3D virtual modeling from a CT scan ensures optimal implant positioning, replicates a natural-feeling joint, and significantly reduces complications like blood loss and dislocation, even when conservative treatments have failed.

If you’re one of the millions of Americans suffering from pain caused by joint arthritis or hip injury, and you haven’t experienced adequate relief with conservative treatment options, Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery might be right for you. Dr. Cory Calendine, Orthopaedic Surgeon, and the team at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee offer state-of-the-art robotic surgery solutions for joint pain sufferers.

Mako Total Hip, Cory Calendine, MD

In clinical studies, Mako Robotic-assisted hip replacement resulted in:

  • More accurate placement and alignment of hip implants based on the surgical plan.
  • Less likelihood of hip dislocation.
  • Reduced blood loss.
  • Replication of the feeling of a natural hip.
  • Preservation of healthy bone.
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Mako Preoperative Planning Advantage

Personalized surgical plan with Mako SmartRobotics Hip Replacement: Prior to surgery, Dr. Calendine will order a CT scan of your hip joint in order to generate a 3D virtual model of your unique anatomy. The 3D model allows Dr. Calendine to see things that typically can not be seen with an x-ray alone. This additional information helps your surgeon determine the optimal size, placement and positioning of your implant.

Dr. Cory Calendine Reviews Robotic Hip Replacement Preoperative Planning

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Is Robotic-assisted Hip Replacement an option for me?

Dr. Calendine recommends Mako SmartRobotics Hip Replacement as an option for people with:

  • Severe hip pain or stiffness resulting from: noninflammatory degenerative joint disease (including osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, or avascular necrosis), rheumatoid arthritis or post-traumatic arthritis
  • Those who haven’t experienced adequate relief with conservative treatment options, like bracing, medication or joint fluid supplements

If this sounds like you, consider scheduling an appointment with Dr. Cory Calendine and the team at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee to discuss questions and your personalized joint pain relief plan. 

Robotic-Assisted Anterior Approach Hip Replacement

Discussion with Dr. Cory Calendine, Orthopedic Surgeon, moderated by Lyndsay Sullivan, Senior Business Development Manager, The Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

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Mako Hip Replacement Patient Testimonial

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Sources [https://patients.stryker.com/hip-replacement/options/mako-robotic-arm-assisted]:

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common Questions From Readers

What is the biggest advantage of Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery for hip replacement?
While there are many benefits, clinical studies highlight the primary advantage as the unmatched precision in the personalized planning and placement of hip implants. The system uses a CT-scan derived 3D model of your specific anatomy to pre-determine the perfect implant size and position, which leads to better outcomes and a more natural-feeling joint.
Yes, it uses a state-of-the-art robotic arm, but it is not a semi-autonomous robot performing the surgery. Mako is robotic-arm assisted technology. Dr. Cory Calendine, as the lead surgeon, remains completely in control. He guides the robotic arm within a strict, personalized virtual boundary, defined by the preoperative plan, to ensure precision that a human alone cannot replicate.
Standard planning often relies on 2D X-rays alone. A Mako preoperative plan uses a dedicated CT scan of your hip to create a complete, three-dimensional virtual model. This allows Dr. Calendine to analyze your unique anatomy in 3D, calculate complex angles like combined cup and stem version, and make microscopic adjustments before any incision is made, ensuring an optimal implant fit.
Yes. Mako SmartRobotics Hip Replacement is an excellent option for individuals suffering from severe pain and stiffness due to noninflammatory degenerative joint diseases, which explicitly include osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, and avascular necrosis. If your hip injury has led to severe joint pain that hasn’t responded to non-surgical treatment, Mako might be right for you.
Yes, data supports reduced complication rates. By adhering strictly to the personalized plan, Mako robotic technology minimizes accidental tissue trauma, leading to reduced blood loss. Furthermore, precise implant alignment directly decreases the likelihood of one of the most common THA complications: hip dislocation, allowing for a safer, more predictable recovery.
Dr. Cory Calendine, MD, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee in Franklin, TN, shown in a gray suit with glasses and a blue tie during a professional portrait session.

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About Cory Calendine, MD

Dr. Cory Calendine is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee in Franklin, TN. He performs more than 700 hip and knee replacement procedures annually and serves as a consultant to Stryker for the Mako® robotic platform.

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