Steel Valley Orthopedic Associates, P.C.
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The physicians of Steel Valley Orthopedic Associates are committed to patient care and in this regard have provided supplemental information to patients who are concerned about various issues reported in the news with the Nex Gen Zimmer total knee prosthesis.

Please be assured that the prosthesis in question utilizes a noncemented femoral component that we have not utilized in any of our patients over time. The cemented Nex Gen total knee replacement prostheses have universally performed well worldwide over the past decade. Please do not hesitate to call us personally with any questions or concerns.

For further information:

NY Times
Letter from Zimmer
The Facts About NexGen Knees