“In orthopedic surgery, implants may refer to devices that are placed over or within bones to hold a fracture reduction while prosthesis would be the more appropriate term for devices that replace a part or whole of a defunct joint. (In this context implants may be placed within or outside the body”

"There are many types of orthopedic implants and each orthopedic implant is designed to correct the affected joint so that it withstands the associated movement and stress and to enhance mobility and decrease pain. Broadly speaking, Orthopedic implants are available for the hip, knee, shoulder and elbow."

(Wikipedia, Orthopedic Implants, 1/5/2011)

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