artificial joint

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artificial joint - a metal or plastic part that is surgically implanted to replace a natural joint (possibly elbow or wrist but usually hip or knee)

implant - a prosthesis placed permanently in tissue

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Key statement: An artificial joint or disc replacement (ADR) includes a pair of opposing endplate components, each attached to one of the upper and lower vertebrae, a cushioning component disposed between the endplate components, and a mechanism for coupling the cushioning component to one or both of the endplates.

Artificial disc and joint replacements with modular cushioning ... by Samples, Bob / Rubber World

Dubin has been a regular attendee at the AMAA Sports Medicine Symposium at Boston and this past April joined the faculty to present on "Athletes with Limitations," a talk focusing on the long distance runner with artificial joint replacement or other limitations that affect performance abilities.

New members join the AMAA board. (Member News) by AMAA Journal

Applied Digital Solutions says its Ver Chip can store information about a patient's pacemaker, defibrillator, of artificial joint.

Balance sheet by Taylor, Jeff A. / Reason

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