Computational Biomechanics of the Hip Joint

This book presents analyses of the most commonly reported failure modes of hip stems: loosening and thigh pain; both are attributed to the relative motion and instability at the bone-implant interface due to failure to achieve sufficient primary fixation. The book investigates various factors that could affect primary stability and therefore the long-term outcome of hip arthroplasty. The results complement experimental work carried out in this area as in-vitro experiments have several limitations that could be addressed through computer simulations.

List of contents

Introduction.- Finite element model construction.- Parameters affecting finite element predictions.- The effect of implant design on stability.- Surgical and pathological parameters affecting micro motion.- Conclusion.

Summary

This book presents analyses of the  most commonly reported failure modes of hip stems: loosening and thigh pain; both are attributed to the relative motion and instability at the bone-implant interface due to failure to achieve sufficient primary fixation. The book investigates various factors that could affect primary stability and therefore the long-term outcome of hip arthroplasty. The results complement experimental work carried out in this area as in-vitro experiments have several limitations that could be addressed through computer simulations.

Product details

• Authors: Mohammed Rafiq Abdul Kadir
• Publisher: Springer, Berlin
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 10.05.2013
• EAN: 9783642387760
• ISBN: 978-3-642-38776-0
• No. of pages: 113
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 236 mm x 4 mm
• Weight: 208 g
• Illustrations: IX, 113 p. 70 illus., 62 illus. in color.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology; SpringerBriefs in Computational Mechanics; SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology / SpringerBriefs in Computational Mechanics; SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology; SpringerBriefs in Computational Mechanics
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Miscellaneous