The answer for this varies, I'm sure, and would also depend on whether the artificial joint was for a total or partial knee replacement. I have called my orthopedist and he records the artificial model in his office at .8 lbs. or just under a pound (for a total knee arthroses). -Paul Greear Physical Therapy Tech, NCTMB. Saint Lukes Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Services, Nampa, Idaho.
the weight of an artificial hip is approximately 11 lbs. but you bone is approximately 11.7---eleven pounds 7 ounces, and should have no effect on your ability to walk bend or run, the recovery of hip surgery is 4 weeks, make sure to get a second opinion before going ahead with surgery, complications ARE RARE, make sure your not allergic to local anestetics.
Artificial knees are very expensive but there are some cost saving measures that you may be interested in. A company based in California has developed a resin based artificial knee that is just as effective as the titanium based artificial knees but only costs $400. A more practical solution would be to look into a brass-silicate artificial knee. It can range from $1200-$5400, but it has been well tested and is very durable.
It is not a separate joint it is your hip joint, the hip joint is a ball & socket joint!!!
No. The shoulder joint is a ball socket. This allows the arms to move 360°. On the other hand, the hip can only swivel and rotate in place.
The hip joint is more stable due to the weight and protection of the pelvis and surrounding muscle tissue.
The Scientific name for the hip joint is:Pelvis
Hip, the ball is attached to the end of your femur and the socket is part of the pelvis
An arthroplasty is the surgical repair or creation of an artificial joint, such as a hip replacement.
An arthroplasty is the surgical repair or creation of an artificial joint, such as a hip replacement.
Yes, it is possible to be that.
The hip joint is a ball and socket joint.
The hip joint resembles a ball-and-socket. The socket of the hip joint is the acetabulum and the femoral head is the ball of the hip joint.
The hip is a ball and socket joint.
The hip joint is an example of a ball and socket joint.
The hip joint resembles a ball-and-socket. The socket of the hip joint is the acetabulum and the femoral head is the ball of the hip joint.
The anterior joint that is between the hip jones is called the hip joint. The hip joint is a ball and socket synovial joint formed between the fur and os coxa.
The hip joint is a ball and socket joint. The ankle joint is a hinge joint.
It is not a separate joint it is your hip joint, the hip joint is a ball & socket joint!!!
The hip joint is a ball and socket joint.