MAKO® ROBOTIC ASSISTED SURGERY

Mako Robotic Assisted Surgery in Newark, NJ.

Knee and hip pain can slowly take over your days: stairs get harder, walks get shorter, and the things you used to do without thinking start to feel out of reach. Mako robotic-assisted surgery gives our team a precise, personalized way to help you move again, planned around your joint from the start.

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Is Mako Robotic-Assisted Surgery Right for Your Joint Pain?

Many patients try medication, physical therapy, or injections first, and that’s often the right place to start. If those treatments haven’t given you lasting relief, and your knee or hip pain still limits what you can do, you may be a candidate for Mako robotic-assisted surgery. Here’s what we typically see it help with:

Knee Osteoarthritis

When cartilage in the knee wears down, the joint can become stiff, swollen, and painful with everyday movement. Mako robotic knee replacement in Newark, NJ, starts with your specific joint anatomy, so the plan is built around you, not a standard template.

Hip Osteoarthritis

Hip wear often shows up as a deep ache in the groin, thigh, or lower back. Mako robotic hip replacement in Newark, NJ, lets our team plan implant placement with a level of detail that traditional surgery doesn't offer.

Partial Knee Joint Damage

When damage is limited to one section of the knee, a full replacement isn't always necessary. Mako partial knee replacement in NJ can target just the affected area, preserving the healthy bone and tissue around it.

Advanced Joint Deterioration

When conservative treatment stops working, and joint damage keeps progressing, robotic-assisted replacement can offer a longer-term solution shaped around your specific joint structure.

Post-Traumatic Joint Changes

An old injury can lead to new pain or stiffness years later. We review your joint history alongside current imaging to figure out whether robotic surgery is a good fit for you.

Activity-Limiting Joint Pain

When knee or hip pain keeps you from work, hobbies, or time with family, we'll walk through every option with you, from conservative care through Mako robotic total knee replacement in NJ.

HOW WE TREAT YOU

Our Two-Part Approach to Mako Robotic Assisted Surgery

Our approach comes down to two connected steps: careful, personalized planning, followed by robotic-guided precision during surgery. Both are grounded in your imaging and a hands-on evaluation of your joint.

01 Planning

Personalized 3D Joint Mapping

Before surgery, we build a 3D model of your specific knee or hip using your imaging. That model gives our surgeon a clear, detailed plan for implant size, positioning, and alignment: built around your anatomy, not a generic fit.

02 Precision

Robotic-Guided Joint Replacement

During surgery, your surgeon uses the Mako robotic arm to follow your personalized plan. It’s worth understanding how this actually works: the robotic arm assists with precise bone removal and implant placement, but your surgeon stays in control at every step. The arm doesn’t operate on its own or make decisions: it simply helps carry out the plan with more accuracy.

YOUR TREATMENT JOURNEY

What to Expect With Mako Robotic-Assisted Surgery

We take a close look with a thorough exam and imaging review to pinpoint exactly what’s causing your pain.

PHASE 1

Consultation and Imaging

We start with a thorough exam and a close look at your imaging, so we understand what’s causing your pain and whether robotic surgery makes sense for you.

PHASE 2

Personalized Surgical Planning

Your imaging becomes the foundation of a 3D model of your joint, giving our surgeon a detailed plan for implant placement well before surgery day.

PHASE 3

Robotic-Assisted Procedure

On surgery day, the Mako robotic arm helps guide your surgeon through your personalized plan, using the smallest incision possible.

PHASE 4

Early Mobility

With smaller incisions and long-acting local anesthesia, many of our patients are up and walking the same day as their surgery.

PHASE 5

Ongoing Recovery and Follow-Up

We stay involved after surgery, checking your progress and helping guide you back toward daily activity at a pace that fits your body.

MEET YOUR SURGEON

The Surgeon Behind Your Mako Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Dr. Michael Rieber, MD is board-certified and fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He works with active adults and athletes across Newark and West Orange, starting conservative whenever possible and turning to advanced technology, including Mako robotic-assisted surgery, when it’s genuinely the better option for the patient in front of him.

Personalized Surgical Planning

Every case starts with your imaging and your goals, not a one-size-fits-all plan.

Robotic Precision

Dr. Rieber uses the Mako system to guide implant placement with accuracy built around your joint, while staying fully in control of every step.

Conservative-First Philosophy

Surgery is only recommended after simpler options have been tried and discussed with you honestly.

Focus on Active Recovery

Everything about Dr. Rieber's approach is aimed at getting you back to the activities that matter most to you.

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Common Questions

Mako Robotic Assisted Surgery: Your Questions Answered

What is Mako robotic-assisted surgery?

It’s a surgical approach that uses a personalized 3D model of your knee or hip to guide implant placement. Your surgeon remains in control throughout the procedure: the robotic arm assists with precision, but it doesn’t operate on its own.

How is Mako robotic knee replacement different from traditional knee replacement?

Traditional knee replacement relies on standard implant sizing and manual placement. Mako robotic knee replacement in Newark, NJ, is planned around a 3D model of your own knee, which helps guide implant position and alignment with more precision.

Am I a candidate for Mako robotic hip or knee replacement?

That depends on your imaging, your symptoms, and how much relief conservative treatment has already given you. The clearest way to find out is a conversation with our team, where we’ll review your history and talk through whether robotic surgery fits your situation.

What should I expect during recovery after Mako robotic-assisted surgery?

Many patients are walking the same day as their surgery, thanks to smaller incisions and long-acting local anesthesia. From there, recovery continues with follow-up visits so we can track your progress and guide your next steps.

Does Quantum Ortho accept insurance for Mako robotic-assisted surgery in Newark, NJ?

Yes, we accept most major insurance plans. If you’re not sure about your coverage, let us know: our team will check it for you before your first visit so there are no surprises.

MAKO ROBOTIC ASSISTED SURGERY IN NEWARK, NJ

Schedule Your Mako Robotic Surgery Consultation in Newark, NJ

If knee or hip pain has been holding you back, we’d like to help you figure out whether Mako robotic-assisted surgery is the right next step. We’ll review your history, walk through your options together, and answer every question along the way.