Orthopedics

Orthopedic surgeons at Henderson Hospital use advanced techniques and technology to help people get back to active, independent lives. Our surgeons have access to advanced, navigation technology, much like GPS, in which computerized systems help guide surgeons through precise procedures on delicate joints.

Joint Commission Hip and Knee Replacement Certification

Henderson Hospital has been awarded Certificates of Distinction for Joint Replacement Hip and Knee from The Joint Commission based on a review of compliance with national standards, clinical guidelines and outcomes of care from 2017-2019.

Surgical Services

Henderson Hospital orthopedic services include:

• Joint replacement (hip and knee)
• Spine surgery
• Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle
• Computer-navigated surgery
• Minimally-invasive surgery
• Podiatric surgery
• Sports-injury-related medicine or surgery
• Fracture care

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Having orthopedic surgery used to mean spending several days in a hospital and weeks in recovery; the surgeon made long incisions that cut through muscle. Today, many (but not all) procedures can be done with tiny incisions, known as minimally invasive surgery. This type of surgery may lead to faster healing and less scarring. Using advanced technology, surgeons make small pencil-sized holes in the body while video equipment is used to provide a magnified view of the surgical site. Instruments are used to perform the surgery through the incisions; this usually results in smaller scars, less time in the hospital and a faster recovery and return to work and daily activities.

Hip replacement surgery and spinal surgery are two types of orthopedic procedures that have been revolutionized by minimally invasive surgery. In anterior hip replacement surgery, the surgeon makes a tiny incision at the front of the hip that leaves muscles intact. This results in minimal scarring, often fewer complications, usually a shorter hospital stay and often a more rapid return to daily activities.

Mako SmartRobotics™

Surgeons at Henderson Hospital use Mako SmartRobotics™ to assist with total hip and knee replacement procedures. Mako uses 3D CT-based planning software so your surgeon can know more about your anatomy to create a personalized joint replacement surgical plan.

Learn More

Mazor X Stealth™ Edition Robotic Guidance Platform

Henderson Hospital uses the Mazor X Stealth™ Edition Robotic Guidance Platform for spine surgery, which  combines pre-operative planning tools and analytics with intra-operative guidance, giving surgeons advanced spinal surgery options.

Learn More

Individual results may vary. There are risks associated with any surgical procedure. Talk with your doctor about these risks to find out if minimally invasive or robotic surgery are right for you.