Femoral prosthesis assembly - has shank whose end can receive series of necks connected to spherical head in variety of positions

摘要

The femoral prosthesis assembly comprises a femoral shank (1) designed to receive a series of necks (2) connected to a spherical head. Each neck consists of a conical base (2a) which fits into a matching recess in the proximal end of the shank, and has an adjustable positioning element (2b) on its end which can be set at different angles. The opposite end of the neck has a truncated conical tip (2c) which engages with a socket in the spherical head. ADVANTAGE - Wider range of fittings.