Orthopedic paek-on-polymer bearings
US9907660B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0019
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopedic prosthetic joint comprising a joint couple having a first bearing surface made of a poly aryl ether ketone (PAEK) and a second joint component having a second bearing made of a polymer that is softer than the PAEK such as UHMWPE the first and second bearing surfaces in sliding engagement with one another.
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