Makoplasty Robotic Hip Replacement Surgery in Memphis, TN

Makoplasty is an advanced robotic-arm-assisted surgical technique used for total hip replacement. It combines detailed surgical pre-planning with precision robotic technology to help orthopaedic surgeons perform hip replacement procedures with exceptional accuracy. The Mako system uses a three-dimensional CT scan to create a personalized virtual model based on the patient’s unique hip anatomy, helping the surgeon determine appropriate implant sizing, orientation, and leg length restoration before entering the operating room.

During Makoplasty hip replacement, the surgeon uses robotic-arm assistance to guide acetabular reaming and component placement within carefully planned, haptic boundaries. The technology provides real-time feedback throughout the procedure, supporting precise bone preparation and accurate placement of the acetabular cup and femoral stem while allowing the surgeon to remain in complete control. Makoplasty may be recommended for patients experiencing severe hip pain, stiffness, and limited mobility caused by advanced osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, or post-traumatic arthritis when conservative treatments no longer provide relief.

At Tri-State Orthopaedics, Dr. Apurva Dalal provides individualized evaluations to determine whether Makoplasty robotic-assisted total hip replacement is appropriate for each patient. Potential benefits include improved surgical precision and personalized implant alignment, helping restore joint function and reduce long-term wear.

Robotic-assisted hip replacement offers several key benefits by combining advanced 3D technology with expert orthopaedic surgical care. These include:

• Greater Surgical Precision: Robotic assistance enables highly accurate reaming and sub-millimeter placement of the acetabular component and femoral stem.
• Personalized Surgical Planning: A pre-operative 3D CT scan allows surgeons to tailor the procedure precisely to the patient’s unique pelvic and femoral anatomy.
• Optimal Implant Positioning: Precise placement helps balance the joint, optimizing leg length alignment and significantly reducing the risk of post-operative hip dislocation.
• Preservation of Healthy Bone & Tissue: Haptic safety boundaries restrict surgical movement to the pre-planned area, protecting nearby healthy bone and soft tissue structures.
• Enhanced Joint Mobility: Accurate implant alignment supports a more natural-feeling joint, improved stability, and smoother movement during recovery.
• Real-Time Surgical Feedback: Continuous visual and tactile data allow the surgeon to make dynamic micro-adjustments during surgery.
• Consistent Surgical Accuracy: The Mako system ensures surgical execution strictly adheres to the individualized 3D plan with reproducible consistency.

At Tri-State Orthopaedics, Dr. Apurva Dalal focuses on personalized hip replacement care using advanced robotic technology to optimize patient outcomes, restore mobility, and support a smoother recovery.

No, the robot does not perform the hip replacement surgery independently. In Makoplasty robotic-assisted hip replacement, the orthopaedic surgeon remains in complete control throughout the entire procedure. The Mako robotic-arm system serves as an advanced surgical guide that assists the surgeon with precise acetabular preparation, cup orientation, and implant alignment based on a personalized 3D plan.

Before surgery, the system uses detailed 3D CT imaging to create a customized surgical roadmap tailored to the patient’s specific hip structure. During the operation, the robotic arm provides real-time tactile and visual feedback, guiding the surgeon’s hands within predefined boundaries. This prevents the instruments from straying outside the designated area, ensuring high surgical accuracy while preserving surrounding healthy tissue and muscle.

At Tri-State Orthopaedics, we combine extensive surgical expertise with state-of-the-art technology to provide individualized hip care. The robotic arm enhances the surgeon’s precision rather than replacing surgical judgment, ensuring every hip replacement is executed safely and accurately.

Our board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Apurva Dalal, MD, FAAOS, provides Makoplasty robotic-assisted hip replacement surgery at Tri-State Orthopaedics in Memphis and Germantown, TN. His practice focuses on personalized orthopaedic care for patients suffering from severe hip arthritis, joint degeneration, and severe mobility limitations. By integrating board-certified surgical skill with advanced robotic-arm technology, Dr. Dalal delivers highly accurate hip replacements designed to help patients regain pain-free mobility.

As a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in joint replacement, Dr. Dalal has extensive experience performing Mako robotic-assisted hip procedures, having completed over 1,700 robotic surgeries. Patients considering Makoplasty hip replacement can consult with Dr. Dalal to evaluate their joint health, review 3D imaging, and create a customized treatment plans.

For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 1264 Wesley Dr #502 Memphis, TN 38116. We serve patients from Southaven MS, Horn Lake MS, and Olive Branch MS and surrounding areas.