A femoral prosthesis to the total replacement of the hip joint.

摘要

A total hip replacement femoral component (1) having an outer part spherical surface (2) shaped to conform to an acetabular socket and having an internal bore (3) adapted to receive a femoral head (4) which has been shaped and dimensioned to provide a spigot (5) to enter it and be locked in place by a cement (6) mantle and means to allow said component to move further over said cement mantle and re-lock should the cement creep or there be any movement in the bone after assembly. IMAGE