| abstract |
The present invention is directed to a hinge joint implant ( 40 ) configured to fit in a joint cavity and which can comprise, when in situ, an at least hemi-spherocylindrical configuration, and further a hinge joint implant configured to fit in a joint cavity wherein the implant can extend around the sides of a joint component which may be a bone and/or cartilage. The invention further provides the use of a hinge joint implant according for treating arthritis, and/or torn cartilage, and a method for manufacturing a hinge joint implant from one or more pieces. |