Dr. David Peterson, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon

Guaranteed Knee & Hip Replacements

Dr. David Peterson is the first in the region to offer the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology for joint replacements. He takes pride in producing positive outcomes for his patients, to ensure that you have a positive outcome, Bingham Memorial Hospital is offering a full, one-year limited warranty on any procedure performed with the Mako.

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Tear in the cartilage (meniscus) or a ligament (ACL)
Overuse conditions, such as arthritis.
Dislocations and Fractures.

For minor injuries, remember RICE—rest, ice, compression and elevation. This works for flare-ups of arthritis, sprains, and strains. More severe injuries may require steroid injections or surgery. In a severe injury, a knee may become locked, where you can no longer flex or extend it. It may experience giving way episodes where the knee buckles with no warning. Another common experience is periodic swelling after activity or repetitive bending or kneeling. If these symptoms persist surgery is very effective in getting you back in action.

Hip

Common Injuries
Treatment

Arthritis
Broken or dislocated hips
Osteoporosis (Bone-Thinning Disease)

If you have a family history of osteoporosis, talk to your doctor about getting a bone density test. The treatment for people at risk for low bone density is vitamin D, calcium and other prescriptions that decrease bone loss. Every patient needs to think about the possibility of osteoporosis long before they are diagnosed with it. Women are at the most risk, especially after menopause. Women in their adolescence and early adulthood should try building as much bone as possible with regular exercise and a healthy diet high in calcium and vitamin D. After age 25 and especially after menopause bone density will continually decrease. The goal of having strong healthy bones as a young woman will help prevent osteoporosis later in life.

For those who develop arthritis, a hip replacement may be an option to restore activity and remove debilitating pain.

Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology

Personalized Surgical Plan Based on Your Unique Anatomy

3D Model of Your Joint is Used to Pre-Plan Your Surgery

In the operating room, your surgeon follows your personalized surgical plan while preparing the bone for the implant. The surgeon guides the robotic-arm within the pre-defined area and the Mako System helps the surgeon stay within the planned boundaries that were defined when the personalized pre-operative plan was created.

David Peterson, DO

Dr. Peterson finds great satisfaction in working with patients to provide pain relief and improve their quality of life. He believes that sincerity is an important part of his relationship with his patients.

He enjoys educating patients about their medical conditions and tries to present treatment options in a straightforward manner, allowing his patients to make informed decisions about their care. He takes time to listen to their history and generates a treatment plan specific to each patient’s condition and needs.