May 26, 2019 · Titanium is a tough but light metal that makes great replacements for bone in our body. But it has plenty of other uses in industry as well.

In engineering hip replacement components, the structural parts are optimized for their ability to bind to living bone and for long-term biocompatibility and durability, while the bearings are optimized for the lowest wear rates.

The present review focuses on frequently used metals as integral parts of materials designed for bone regeneration, with the aim to provide an overview of currently existing knowledge about the effects of metals in the field of bone regeneration.

Jul 21, 2023 · Orthopedic surgeons implant metal to fix broken bones, replace worn-out joints, or correct deformities in the skeletal system. Although metal implants are designed to last a long time—sometimes several decades—they often don't last forever.

Jul 25, 2023 · Cobalt chrome particles from metal on metal wear have a host of associated surgical issues and are widely documented as immunogenic. These micro-particles are produced during metal-on-metal wear situations and generate a lymphocyte-mediated response.

Jul 14, 2023 · A traditional hip replacement implant uses a metal femoral head (the ball of the implant) and conventional polyethylene, or plastic, as the liner of the acetabular component (the socket of the implant).

Standard total hip replacement implants are typically made up of approximately four individual components (see Figure 1 below): The Stem. The femoral stem is the portion of the replacement that fits into your thigh bone. Historically, this is made …

Sep 11, 2023 · Metallic cellular solids, made of biocompatible alloys like titanium, stainless steel, or cobalt-chromium, have gained attention for their mechanical strength, reliability, and biocompatibility.

May 27, 2020 · Here’s a look at some of the leading metals in the orthopedic market and what’s pushing the development of new materials and manufacturing processes, as well as a look at what may be next. FDA lists the most common metals used in medical implants as titanium, cobalt chrome and stainless steel.

This article systematically reviews and analyzes the metallic materials used for bone repair, providing a comprehensive overview of their morphology, mechanical properties, biocompatibility, and in vivo implantation.