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Three pounds for the female specific petite replacement per knee. Source is my Orthopedic Surgeon, FVort Worth, TX.
They (Styker, not Striker), make several different versions, have a look for Stryker Triathlon for an image.
Yes, some Stryker knee replacement implants may contain nickel, as it is often used in stainless steel alloys and other materials to enhance strength and corrosion resistance. However, Stryker also offers nickel-free alternatives for patients with specific allergies or sensitivities. It's important for patients to discuss any concerns about nickel or other materials with their healthcare provider prior to surgery.
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.
Lots of manufacturers makes these, the big names are DePuy, Biomet, Zimmer, Smith & Nephew, Stryker, Wright Medical, Exactech.
Both are good companies. Surgeon must be good for better outcome. We refer our patients to best surgeons & not best Hospitals / best Implant companies.
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.
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 what knee replacement was used for my surgery?
Will Medicare pay for a second knee replacement on the same knee?
Yes, it should be fine. But it has been reported that patients who are more than 90 kgs tend to wear out their replaced knees faster