What are the materials we used for Orthopedic Implants?

Introduction

Orthopedic implants are made from a variety of materials that possess specific properties suitable for medical applications, such as biocompatibility, strength and rigidity, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, malleability and processability, bioactivity, visibility, degradability etc. Here are some normal materials Lyntop Medical used  and are capable to processing in-house.

Stainless Steel

Lyntop Medical uses stainless steel on some of our Trauma Screws. Stainless steel has been widely used in orthopedic implants for decades. It is highly durable, resistant to corrosion, and relatively inexpensive. They can be manufactured in different shapes and sizes to fit individual patient needs. However, one drawback of stainless steel is its relatively high weight, which may lead to stress on the surrounding bone and potential complications in some cases.

Titanium and Titanium Alloys

Lyntop Medical uses Titanium or titanium alloys on all of our Trauma Plates because they possess excellent bio-compatibility, strength, and low density/light weight. They can reduce the stress on surrounding tissues and bones. Titanium implants also exhibit good resistance to corrosion and have the ability to integrate with the natural bone through a process called osseointegration. This promotes long-term stability and reduces the risk of implant failure.

Co–Cr-Mo Alloys

Lyntop Medical uses Co-Cr-Mo Alloys on Co-Cr-Mo Spinal Rods System, hip or knee replacements. Co-Cr-Mo alloys are known for their exceptional strength and wear resistance, excellent load-bearing capabilities and have a low risk of fracture. However, some patients may experience allergic reactions to the nickel content found in certain cobalt-chromium alloys.

PEEK

Lyntop Medical offers PEEK rods and Peek cages. PEEK material is known for its excellent wear resistance and ability to reduce friction between articulating surfaces. And PEEK owns on special advantage which is X-ray is transparent. This feature is good for doctor doing imaging evaluation. However, long-term use of polyethylene implants may lead to wear debris generation, potentially causing inflammation and implant loosening.

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