As orthopaedic consultants, we have always talked to our patients about the importance of effective stress management before and after a major operation like joint replacement surgery. Over the last year we have seen a surge in people’s stress levels due to the pandemic and, although the end of lockdown and the arrival of the vaccine…
Over the coming weeks and months, we expect there to be a gradual return to normal as we emerge from lockdown. If you are waiting for joint replacement surgery, this is likely to be particularly welcome as many people have experienced a worsening of symptoms during the pandemic. As lockdown restrictions ease, our phones have…
If you are undergoing joint replacement surgery, it’s important to recognise the key role you can play in helping to determine the outcomes of your operation. As orthopaedic surgeons, we ensure that we are up to date with the latest techniques and technologies to deliver the best possible results, but patients are sometimes surprised that…
Making a rapid recovery from surgery involves managing your pain effectively, being able to mobilise early and healing well from your wounds. One of the reasons that Carrothers Orthopaedics uses Mako robotic arm assisted technology in joint replacement surgery is that it helps patients to recover more quickly so they can rehabilitate and get back…
Andrew Carrothers Features in Acclaimed TV Series Performing Pioneering Treatment Founder of Carrothers Orthopaedics, Andrew Carrothers showcased his extraordinary surgical skills in the new BBC series of Surgeons: At The Edge of Life. He was performing a combination of operations for cancer patients to help restore mobility. The highly acclaimed BBC series, which features the pioneering…
A small number of orthopaedic surgeons, including Carrothers Orthopaedics, are offering Mako robotic arm assisted surgery for patients undergoing partial and total knee replacement or total hip replacement procedures. This ground-breaking technology provides some important benefits over traditional surgical techniques. In this blog we explore what the difference is between traditional and robotic arm-assisted technology,…
As we emerge from lockdown, surgical operations are resuming across the NHS and private healthcare settings. This is great news if you are in pain and have been waiting for orthopaedic surgery – waiting lists for orthopaedics are the longest of any specialty right now. However, many patients are understandably anxious and we are frequently…
An innovative robotic arm called Mako is revolutionising total hip replacement surgery, leading to reduced pain and likely long-term better outcomes for patients.
