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.
Ceramic on ceramic hip replacement for active patients.
The optimal type of bearing for hip arthroplasty remains a matter of debate.
The clinical use of ceramic as a bearing surface dates back to the early 1970s.
Ceramic on polyethylene bearings are frequently used in younger and more active patients to reduce wear and increase.
As total hip replacement becomes more common in younger and more active patients and as patient life expectancies continue to increase the orthopaedic industry has been challenged to extend the life span of total hip replacement components.
The clinical use of ceramic as a bearing surface dates back to the early 1970s.
A hip replacement is not suitable for younger patients.
Patients understand the risks that metal joints and sockets bring to their long term health and are moving away from the material.
David brewer 54 an nhs manager from stevenage hertfordshire was one of the first patients in the world to have a new alternative.