Artificial Knee ReplacementRamana Gabby Chris

12 December 2012Biotech Engineering

Causes

▪ Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury

▪ Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury

▪ Medical Collateral Ligament Injury

▪ Bursitis

Disorder

▪ Degenerative Arthritis

▪ Osteoarthrosis

▪ PostTraumatic-Arthritis (develops after an injury)

▪ Iliotibial Band Syndrome

▪ Medical plica syndrome.

Treatments Available

▪ Physical therapy

▪ Orthotics and Bracing

▪ Corticosteroids - injections

▪ Hyaluronic acid – injections

▪ Arthoscoic Surgery

▪ Partial Knee replacement surgery.

▪ Total knee replacement

Current Model Available

The only famous model is the standard hinge joint type.

1 Top part of Artificial Joint

2 Bottom Part of Artificial Joint

3 Tibia

4 Femur

Our Model

▪ Redesigned to last for more than 10 years.

▪ Redesigned to hold larger quantity of cement between the joints.

▪ Simple and innovative design.

▪ Very cheap!

Estimated Costs

Country Price (USD)

United States $45,000-$60,000

Singapore $18,000-$22,500

Thailand $12,000-$14,200

Taiwan $9,000 – $10,100

India $7,000 – $11,200

Knee Replacement Cost

Price EstimatesIncluding room fee, nurse fee, food, pre-op tests, medical supplies,

medication, operating room fee, x-rays, and consulation.