Spire Cheshire Hospital has introduced the Mako Surgical System, a technology designed to help surgeons carry out joint replacement procedures with greater precision and a more personalised approach for patients.
The system creates a tailored surgical plan based on a patient’s individual anatomy using a 3D CT-based model.
During surgery, it provides real-time data to support surgeons, helping them position implants accurately while preserving healthy bone and tissue where possible.
Hospital bosses say the minimally invasive approach can help improve recovery times for patients undergoing knee and hip replacements.
The technology will be used by the hospital’s orthopaedic consultants, who have completed specialist training in robotic-assisted joint replacement procedures.
Mr Greville Farrar, consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Spire Cheshire Hospital, which is based in Stretton, said: “The Mako surgical system represents an exciting development in joint replacement surgery, enabling us to offer robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery and, for the first time, robotic-assisted hip replacement surgery to our patients.
“The system allows us to create a patient-specific surgical plan and provides real-time data during the procedure, helping us achieve a high level of accuracy.
“Ultimately, this enables us to deliver personalised care tailored to each patient’s individual needs.”
Ben White, hospital director at Spire Cheshire Hospital, said the investment demonstrated the hospital’s commitment to bringing new healthcare technology to the area.
He said: “We are delighted to introduce Mako robotic-assisted surgery at Spire Cheshire Hospital.
“This investment reflects our ongoing commitment to providing patients across Warrington and the wider Cheshire area access to the latest healthcare technologies and outstanding clinical outcomes.
“By introducing Mako, we are empowering our orthopaedic consultants with advanced tools that support precision and personalisation in patient care.”
Joint replacement surgery is commonly used to treat chronic pain and mobility problems caused by arthritis and other degenerative joint conditions.
Spire Cheshire Hospital says the introduction of the Mako system further strengthens its orthopaedic services and expands the treatment options available to patients across the region.