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89

The implant 540 may be used in a variety of ways and can offer a variety of advantages for a particular use. For example, in one embodiment, the proximal body 560 and the distal body 550 may be made from different materials, each having different wear characteristics, strength, elasticity, and/or durability. In one embodiment, the proximal body 560 may be made from a metal or a metal alloy and the distal body 550 may be made from a polymer, a Synthetic polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogel, a biomaterial, a biocompatible polymer such as PolyEther Ether Ketone (PEEK) or a polylactide polymer (e.g. PLLA), and/or others. The difference in attributes between the distal body 550 and the proximal body 560 may provide advantages in terms of cost, durability, wear, and/or the like.

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