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Metacarpophalangeal Joint Replacement

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Due to proprietary concerns, this project is password protected. The following project description will give you a brief overview of the project. If you would like more information, please contact a member of the project team--they will be able to share whatever information they can with you.

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Project Overview

The goal of this project is to design a prosthetic replacement for the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint that can be used in patients who do not have collateral ligaments or a volar plate, including patients with severe trauma or congenital hand defects. The prosthetic should have a long lifespan after being implanted because many patients benefiting from this design are younger patients. The prosthetic should allow the patient to maintain appropriate grip strength and range of motion, and should osteointegrate to prevent micromotion.

Team members (Left to Right) Hallie Kreitlow, Amanda Feest, Kenny Roggow, Nate Cira,

Rapid prototype of Design

Rapid prototype of the design in a flexed position.

Rapid prototype of Design

Rapid prototype of the design in a flexed position.

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Project Team

Project Advisor and Client

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Created: Sep 27 2009
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