Standard Test Method for Determining the Axial Disassembly Force of Taper Connections of Modular Prostheses

Importancia y uso:

4.1 This test method helps to assess the axial locking force of a modular taper. Some types of devices that can utilize this type of connection are the modular shoulder and modular hip prostheses. Additional means of evaluating the locking mechanisms of tapers can be appropriate, depending upon the design of the device.

4.2 This test method may not be appropriate for all implant applications. The user is cautioned to consider the appropriateness of the test method in view of the materials and design being tested and their potential application.

4.3 While this test method can be used to measure the force required to disengage tapers, any comparison of such data for various component designs must take into consideration the size of the implant and the type of locking mechanism evaluated.

Subcomité:

F04.22

Referida por:

F1814-22, F2582-20

Volúmen:

13.01

Número ICS:

11.040.40 (Implants for surgery, prothetics and orthotics)

Palabras clave:

arthroplasty; assembly; bore; cone; disassembly; heads; hip prosthesis; modular; shoulder prosthesis; tapers;