The Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee
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The Gender Knee is a knee designed to more accurately fit the unique anatomy and geometry of the female knee. There are several changes to the traditional knee design that may make the knee more appropriate for the female knee replacement patient.

3 Distinct Differences:

Thinner Profile
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The bone in the front of a woman's knee is typically less prominent than in a man's. Traditional implants have a thickness in front that may end up making them feel "bulky," which may result in pain and a decrease in range of motion. The Zimmer Gender Knee has a thinner profile to accommodate this anatomical difference between men and women.

More Natural Movement
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The angle between the hip and the knee affects how the kneecap moves over the thighbone when the knee is in motion. Women have a distinct shape that frequently results in a different angle between the hip and the knee when compared to men. The Zimmer Gender Knee accounts for this difference, allowing for more natural movement.


Contoured Shape
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The Zimmer Gender Knee has a contoured shape to more closely match the narrower anatomy of a woman's knee. This contouring provides for a more precise fit and may prevent the implant from overhanging the bone and potentially pressing on or damaging surrounding ligaments or tendons.



For more information on the Gender Knee, contact Dr. Williams at 888-1051 or see Zimmer's website.