The partial knee implant
 
 
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
The partial knee implant is comprised of a femoral (thighbone) component and a metal and plastic tibial (shinbone) component. The femoral component is fitted into the area of the thighbone at the knee joint where the loose bone and cartilage has been removed. The tibial component is then fitted in the shinbone at the knee joint where worn out bone and cartilage has also been removed