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Uses for a not very reactive metal?
Building stuff. Iron is used to make cars, bridges, skyscraper frames... Metal used in people must be non-reactive - replacement hip joints, dental braces. Jewellery would be no good if it reacted.
What are properties of alloys needed for a hip replacement material?
Usually a tantalum (Ta) or titanium (Ti) coating is used on a stronger metal like steel
How are polymers used in living things?
There are many examples. One such is that a knee replacement uses UHMPE - Ultra High Mass Poly Ethylene as the socket in the ball and socket part of the knee. This is due to its high lubricity and very high inertness so it will not be attacked by bodily fluids.
When were metals first used and what was it used for?
bronze metal was the first metal to be used in ancient times.
Most used metal?
This metal is iron.
Will metal knee implants used for knee replacement surgery interfere with recreational metal detecting?
Unless the knee(s) are directly above or below the detector's coil (which should not happen) there's no reason they would interfere.
How can I find out which knee replacement I received?
How can I find what knee replacement was used for my surgery?
What are the 15 things no one tells you about knee replacements?
Knee replacement, also called knee arthroplasty or total knee replacement, is a surgical procedure to resurface a knee damaged by arthritis. Metal and plastic parts are used to cap the ends of the bones that form the knee joint, along with the kneecap. In other words, Total knee replacement surgery or knee arthroplasty is a surgical procedure where parts of knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. Call 03 94284128
Can you kneel after a knee replacement?
It's a question of pain, if you can take the pain of the metal digging into you ligament then yes. sometimes, kneeling is impossible due to where the knee replacement is and you cannot bend you leg properly.
What brands of equipment are used for total knee replacement?
Lots of manufacturers makes these, the big names are DePuy, Biomet, Zimmer, Smith & Nephew, Stryker, Wright Medical, Exactech.
What metal in used in the Stryker or Zimmer knee replacements?
The metal parts of the implant are made of titanium- or cobalt/chromium-based alloys
How does total knee replacement surgery work?
Total Knee Replacement or TKR is an operative procedure where the damaged knee is replaced using an artificial knee. During the surgery, the ends of the thighbone are ejected and replaced with an artificial metal shell; the edge of the leg bone is replaced with a plastic piece over a manmade metal stem. Depending on the damaged condition of the kneecap, the undersurface will also be resurfaced with a plastic kneecap. Many designs with different materials are used in replacements. At Bharath Orthopaedics, known for affordable total knee replacement in Chennai, we use advanced implants to deliver the best clinical outcomes and increase the lifestyle.
Can you have knee replacement Surgery if your allergic toNickel if it''s one of the components used in the replacement?
Yes, there are implants available that are Nickel Free, Zimmer and Smith & Nephew both produce one.
Knee surgery performed before total knee replacement that involves breaking the leg in the process?
No of course not. We do not break the legs. We merely used cutting jigs to shape the knee to fit the prothesis.
Has knee replacement changed in the last ten years?
Knee replacement has changed quite a bit in the last ten years. The knee is now less invasively segmented and replaced than it used to. In some cases, no ligaments or tendons have to be severed in the process of replacing the knee itself, which allows for more rapid healing post surgery.
Is a knee revision a total knee replacement?
Arthroscopic meniscus surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to repair or remove damaged tissue in the knee joint. During the surgery, a small camera called an arthroscope is inserted through tiny incisions, allowing the surgeon to visualize and treat the problem without the need for a large incision. This procedure is commonly used to treat meniscus tears, which can occur due to injury or degenerative conditions. The surgeon may either repair the torn meniscus using sutures or remove the damaged portion of the meniscus, depending on the type and severity of the tear. Benefits of arthroscopic meniscus surgery include shorter recovery times, reduced post-operative pain, and lower risk of complications compared to traditional open surgery. Patients typically undergo physical therapy following the procedure to regain strength and range of motion in the knee. While arthroscopic meniscus surgery is generally safe and effe
Why is the spacer used in infected knee replacement?
Bacteria tends to cling to metal objects, so the surgeon will put in an antibiotic loaded spacer to supply antibiotics to the joint space, but also to keep the soft tissues in good shape, otherwise they might shrink, making the second operation difficult and giving you a stiff knee
