Researchers at NIST are developing state-of-the-art measuring techniques, similar to those used in making aerospace components fit together precisely, that soon could improve success rates for hip ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Despite warnings from orthopaedic manufacturers to only use components from the same manufacturer in total hip ...

Hip replacement surgery, also called total hip arthroplasty, involves removing damaged bone and cartilage in your hip and replacing it with artificial parts. During a total hip replacement, your ...

July 10, 2012 — Stryker has voluntarily recalled its Rejuvenate and ABG II modular-neck stems because of postmarketing data showing fretting and corrosion at the modular neck junction, according to an ...

LONDON--Smith & Nephew PLC (SN.LN) Thursday recalled a hip replacement component after reviewing performance data, but said the move won't have an impact on full year sales as the products being ...

More than 1,000 lawsuits were filed in New Jersey More than 1,800 lawsuits were filed outside of New Jersey The announcement this week stems from a 2012 recall of the hip-replacement parts by Stryker ...

Hip replacement surgery, or hip arthroplasty, is a common procedure that can improve mobility and decrease pain in a hip joint that’s no longer functioning properly. The American College of ...

One of the world's largest manufacturers of artificial joints has recalled thousands of defective hip replacement parts -- including those already implanted in an estimated 17,500 patients.

The recall is due to manufacturing residues, which can be an issue in the machining and milling of such parts. Nancy Crotti FDA recently announced a Class I designation for a Zimmer hip replacement ...