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Yes, some Stryker knee replacement implants may contain nickel, as it is often used in metal alloys to enhance strength and corrosion resistance. However, many manufacturers have developed nickel-free options to accommodate patients with nickel Allergies. It’s important for patients to discuss their specific implant materials with their healthcare provider to ensure they receive a suitable product.
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What meterials are stryker knee replacement devices made of?
Cobalt Chrome and Polythylene.
How much does the Stryker knee replacement device weigh?
Three pounds for the female specific petite replacement per knee. Source is my Orthopedic Surgeon, FVort Worth, TX.
What does the striker total knee replacement look like?
They (Styker, not Striker), make several different versions, have a look for Stryker Triathlon for an image.
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.
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 are Stryker and Zimmer knee replacement devices?
Both are good companies. Surgeon must be good for better outcome. We refer our patients to best surgeons & not best Hospitals / best Implant companies.
How good is attune knee replacement?
The attune knee replacement is the newest innovated, type of knee replacement. The attune knee replacement is so good that is provides more mobility and it eases the unstable feeling most all patients have with any other type of knee replacement.
How can I find out which knee replacement I received?
How can I find what knee replacement was used for my surgery?
Will Medicare pay for a second knee replacement?
Will Medicare pay for a second knee replacement on the same knee?
Is total knee arthroplasty and knee replacement the same?
Total knee replacement is a type of total joint arthroplasty. Total joint arthroplasty could refer to any joint replacement.
What causes a mushy material to form around a total knee replacement and cause it to fail?
i have knocking in the knee after total knee replacement is this normal
Can plastic knee replacement cause copd?
My mother is 80, has COPD and is considering a total knee replacement
