Smith & Nephew, a major manufacturer of metal-on-metal hip implants, voluntarily recalled two device systems in November 2016. The company …
Metallosis: What Artificial Hip Joint Patients Must Know
You know about food poisoning and lead poisoning, but what about metal poisoning? This rare condition is known as metallosis, …
Arthroplasty Study Reveals Your Ideal Age for Hip Replacement
If you suffer from arthritis or chronic joint pain, your doctor may recommend an artificial hip to restore your mobility. …
Stryker’s $1 Billion Hip Replacement Settlement
In July 2012, Stryker, a leading medical technology company, recalled its Rejuvenate and ABG II modular-neck stems, which are used …
5 Hip Replacement Complications That Usually Lead to More Surgeries
Total hip replacement (THR) surgery is invasive and usually requires significant recovery time. During this procedure, surgeons completely replace the …
Lawsuits Raise Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Safety Concerns
An artificial hip replacement can be life-changing, especially with so many different implant materials available. Surgeons used glass, ivory and …
Stryker Hip Recall: What the FDA Wants You to Know
In June 2012, medical device manufacturer Stryker recalled two artificial hip implant products. This voluntary withdrawal came after the US …
Everything You Need to Know About Hip Replacement Surgery
Stryker Orthopaedics is one of the world’s largest device companies, manufacturing implants and joint replacement products. While their artificial knee …