Shoulder joint prosthesis comprises a support element arranged on the acromium in the subacromial space and having a bearing surface above the head of the humerus to support the head of the humerus

摘要

Shoulder joint prosthesis comprises a support element (21) arranged on the acromium (7) in the subacromial space (1) and having a bearing surface (23) above the head (3) of the humerus to support the head of the humerus. An Independent claim is also included for an alternative shoulder joint prosthesis. Preferred Features: The support element has devices (25) for fixing on the acromium, especially at least one anchoring element protruding toward the acromium for fixing in the acromium. The prosthesis also has a glenoid cavity element (19) for the head of the humerus on the shoulder blade side.