# Nanotech for Artificial Joints Carbon NanoTubes Significantly Improve Joint Performance By Michael Plishka | Published 2009-03-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-hope-for-artificial-joints-carbon-nanotubes-improve-joint-performance References: [diginfo](http://www.diginfo.tv/2009/03/25/09-0091-r-en.php) Traditionally, [artificial joints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hip-resurfacing) are a combination of metals, plastics and ceramics. While they do the job well, their lifetime is under 20 years and there are wear and compatibility issues. At this year’s Nanotech 2009 conference, a new material was introduced which incorporates carbon nanotubes into traditional [implant materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tendon-repair). The result is a slick, high quality implant that should last longer than current implants. Also, carbon nanotubes are viewed less antagonistically by the body, resulting in minimal issues with rejection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Carbon-nanotube-enhanced Implants:** Exploring the implementation of carbon nanotubes into implant materials to develop longer-lasting and more biocompatible artificial joints. - **Nanotech Implant Materials:** Researching nanotechnology in implant materials for longer-lasting and more biocompatible artificial joint replacements. - **Anti-rejection Joint Implants:** Developing artificial joints with better biocompatibility and reduced rejection rates through the implementation of carbon nanotubes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Medical Devices:** Incorporating nanotechnology into medical device manufacturing for the development of longer-lasting and more biocompatible artificial joints. - **Orthopedics:** Exploring the use of carbon nanotubes for the development of longer-lasting and more biocompatible joint replacements. - **Nanotechnology:** Incorporating nanotechnology into the development of materials for medical devices, with a focus on artificial joint replacements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bionic Knee Prostheses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/httpswwwmediamitedu.md) - [Next-Generation Shoulder Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exactech.md) - [Lightweight Helmet Liners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helmet-liner.md) - [Orthopedic Joint Replacement Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monogram-technologies.md) - [Ankle Replacement System Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ankle-system.md) - [Advanced Knee Joint Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knee-joint-exoskeleton.md) - [Scar Tissue-Evading Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-implant.md) - [Carbon Nanotube Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canatu.md) - [Patented 3D-Printed Bone Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3d-bone.md)