| 摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a method and instrument for minimally invasive total joint replacement. <P>SOLUTION: The method and instrument for minimally invasive total joint replacement are disclosed. The method involves sculpting the articular surface of a second bone that normally articulates with a first bone by attaching or supporting a bone sculpting tool directly or indirectly to the first bone with the tool in sculpting engagement with the articular surface of the second bone, and then sculpting the articular surface of the second bone with the joint reduced. A reamer system includes a reamer drive, a grater, a handle, and a femoral broach. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT |
