List of orthopedic implants

[1] The medical implant is mainly fabricated using stainless steel and titanium alloys for strength and the plastic coating that is done on it acts as an artificial cartilage.

[2] The biodegradable metals in this category are magnesium-based [3] and iron-based alloys, though recently zinc has also been investigated.

[11][12] Bipolar Thompson Accolade Endo-Model Attune Scorpio Legion Genesis II VanguardXP Persona

An important consideration in this respect is that the health status of the patient influences the optimal choice of the material to be implanten.

[39] A surface engineering method was developed for biodegradable magnesium alloys to enhance orthopedic implants.