Joint prosthesis

Details Joint prosthesis Joint prosthesis

1988-02-05

1990-03-27

Apley, Richard J.

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

623 21, A61F 230, A61F 242

Patent

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049117190

ABSTRACT:
This invention pertains to an articulated prothesis for a joint such as for a finger. The prosthesis, capable of joining two bones, basically consists of two stems, each having a bearing component integral with one end which together form a hinged joint pivotable about an axis. A snap-on coupling integral with a hinge pin component is provided on each side of the bearing.

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