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INFORMATION ABOUT: Ankle Child Orthopedics Elbow Foot Fractures General Hand Hip Knee Pain Management Shoulder Wrist View Web RX Copyright Statement Patient Education Disclaimer		« Back I am a small woman (5 feet 1 inch) with small bones. My doctor has advised me to have a total hip replacement for severe arthritis. Do they make new hip joints to fit people like me? The implants are made in a wide range of shapes and sizes. The stem of the implant is placed inside the center of the thighbone. This is called the femoral canal. The size of the femoral canal varies in patients as well. The doctor will choose the right implant for you. This is decided at the time of surgery when the doctor can see the size of your bones and the size and shape of your femoral canal. References: « Back *Disclaimer:*The information contained herein is compiled from a variety of sources. It may not be complete or timely. It does not cover all diseases, physical conditions, ailments or treatments. The information should NOT be used in place of visit with your healthcare provider, nor should you disregard the advice of your health care provider because of any information you read in this topic. All content provided by eORTHOPOD® is a registered trademark of Mosaic Medical Group, L.L.C.. Content is the sole property of Mosaic Medical Group, LLC and used herein by permission.