3-D-printed implants can improve integration of amputee prosthetic devices with bone

Friday, June 30, 2017 - 11:02 in Physics & Chemistry

A new study evaluated two additive manufacturing methods for producing either fine or coarse textured titanium implants and compared the strength of bone integration, interlocking, and torque in rats given one or both types of the implants in the distal femurs.

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