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
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Accreditations
Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)
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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. You will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.
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