Summary of Tribology in hip arthroplasty

Introduction

Tribology is the study of friction, wear and lubrication, and design of bearings. Articulating components should minimise the generation of wear particles in order to optimize long-term survival of the prosthesis. This module aims at providing a good understanding of the principle of tribology in total joint arthroplasty and how bearing choice can influence success and improve patient outcomes.

Pre-requisites

A good understanding of the basic principles of Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) is recommended

What you will learn

Understand the concepts of tribology
Analyse and compare the different bearing options for Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)
Interpret and apply the latest study outcomes relating to advanced bearings and their application to improving patient outcomes

Contributors

Prof Moussa Hamadouche, France
Prof Thomas Heyse, Germany
Dr Ran Schwarzkopf, United States of America
Dr Edwin Su, United States of America
Dr Catherine Van der Straeten, Belgium

Accreditations

Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)

Royal College of Surgeons of England*

_{*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. Y}_{ou will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.}

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Tribology in hip arthroplasty

Your overall progress

Introduction

Pre-requisites

What you will learn

Contributors

Accreditations