Smith+Nephew commenced U.S. launch of the LEGION Hinged Knee (HK) System with proprietary OXINIUM (Oxidized Zirconium) implant technology that delivers the durability of metals, the wear resistance of ceramics and corrosion resistance better than both.
Part of the LEGION Total Knee System, LEGION HK is designed to provide a natural range of motion with medial pivot, lateral roll back and screw home. Since 2011, the LEGION HK System has enabled surgeons to transition intraoperatively from a constrained revision knee implant to a CoCr-hinged assembly.
OXINIUM Technology has demonstrated lower inflammatory response, high wear resistance and reduced surface damage and fewer signs of corrosion damage compared to cobalt chrome, ultimately helping to mitigate common risk factors associated with revision procedures.
“Our proprietary OXINIUM Technology is ideal for revisions. Building on the proven performance of our LEGION HK System, our latest innovation allows Smith+Nephew to raise the bar in knee surgery, delivering the most advanced material technology for patients requiring a complex knee revision,” said Craig Gaffin, President of Global Orthopaedics at Smith+Nephew. “It demonstrates our commitment of Life Unlimited for patients requiring complex knee procedures by providing solutions that address the risk factors commonly associated with this type of surgery.”
Smith+Nephew commenced U.S. launch of the LEGION Hinged Knee (HK) System with proprietary OXINIUM (Oxidized Zirconium) implant technology that delivers the durability of metals, the wear resistance of ceramics and corrosion resistance better than both.
Part of the LEGION Total Knee System, LEGION HK is designed to provide a natural range of...
Smith+Nephew commenced U.S. launch of the LEGION Hinged Knee (HK) System with proprietary OXINIUM (Oxidized Zirconium) implant technology that delivers the durability of metals, the wear resistance of ceramics and corrosion resistance better than both.
Part of the LEGION Total Knee System, LEGION HK is designed to provide a natural range of motion with medial pivot, lateral roll back and screw home. Since 2011, the LEGION HK System has enabled surgeons to transition intraoperatively from a constrained revision knee implant to a CoCr-hinged assembly.
OXINIUM Technology has demonstrated lower inflammatory response, high wear resistance and reduced surface damage and fewer signs of corrosion damage compared to cobalt chrome, ultimately helping to mitigate common risk factors associated with revision procedures.
“Our proprietary OXINIUM Technology is ideal for revisions. Building on the proven performance of our LEGION HK System, our latest innovation allows Smith+Nephew to raise the bar in knee surgery, delivering the most advanced material technology for patients requiring a complex knee revision,” said Craig Gaffin, President of Global Orthopaedics at Smith+Nephew. “It demonstrates our commitment of Life Unlimited for patients requiring complex knee procedures by providing solutions that address the risk factors commonly associated with this type of surgery.”
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