ARTICULAR SURFACE IMPLANT

摘要

An implant is provided for replacing a portion of an articular surface. The implant includes a body portion having a recess. An insert is disposed in the recess. The body portion and insert provide a load bearing surface of the implant, with the load bearing surface including regions of the insert and regions of the body portion. The insert may be formed from a lubricious and shock absorbing material, providing a low friction and shock absorbing region of the load bearing surface.