Total Hip Replacement Ceramic Ball
A liner to help the ball move easily within the socket.
Total hip replacement ceramic ball. This ball replaces the damaged femoral head that was removed. The best solution for your hip pain. Hip replacement procedures are currently considered one of the safest implant procedures performed today with over 200 000 total hip replacements performed every year in the united states. Total hip replacement procedures have a 90 rate of success in relieving pain and improving the patient s range of motion and ability to perform daily activities.
A metal or ceramic ball to replace the femoral head. Ceramic hip implants are among the newer types of prostheses being used for hip replacement offering greater resistance to damage and smooth movement of the joint. In a total hip replacement also called total hip arthroplasty the damaged bone and cartilage is removed and replaced with prosthetic components. This artificial joint prosthesis helps reduce pain and improve function.
A metal or ceramic ball is placed on the upper part of the stem. Ceramic is one of the best materials that can be used in a hip replacement but when paired with a metal socket it quickly falls to the back of the pack. Many surgeons today consider them to be an improvement over traditional metal and plastic implants in which the deterioration of plastic can lead to the gradual buildup of debris. Any hip replacement device with either a metal socket or ball will result in metal wear particles in your bloodstream.
Hip prostheses are designed to mimic the ball and socket action of your hip joint. During hip replacement surgery your surgeon removes the diseased or damaged parts of your hip joint and inserts the artificial joint.