Some patients who have received Cartiva toe implants to treat arthritis later complained of motion issues, post-operative pain, cases of the implant caving into the bone – also known as subsidence – and other problems.
A Cartiva implant failure can be a very painful experience to go through, and many surgeons are now warning against patients getting implants because the manufacturer has not addressed or fixed these concerns.
If you or a loved one suffered complications after receiving an implant and experienced a Cartiva implant failure, you may be eligible to pursue legal action. At Phillips Law Group, we do not charge upfront fees for reviewing your case. You are entitled to a free, no-obligation consultation, and your information will remain confidential. Please contact our Cartiva implant lawyers to learn about all of your legal options.
Cartiva Implant Lawsuit Basics
The implant is supposed to help patients with osteoarthritis in the big toe and to relieve friction caused by worn-down cartilage in the toe. Medical professionals put the synthetic implant in the great toe joint, and it works like regular cartilage. It is meant to let the patient move the joint freely, versus toe fusion surgery, which can limit mobility.
Unfortunately, some patients who got the Cartiva implant have instead ended up with more toe issues and injuries after the procedure. Indeed, the University Foot and Ankle Institute reported that a shocking number of about 50 percent of the implants they had done actually failed.
In fact, one Maryland resident who suffered severe harm caused by the Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant filed a lawsuit in early December 2024 claiming to have experienced significant physical and emotional impact after receiving the implant. The lawsuit alleges that Cartiva did not adequately inform patients and medical professionals about the risks linked to the device.
Consult your doctor before doing anything else, and if you find that you’ve experienced Cartiva implant failure, please don’t hesitate to contact a lawyer like the ones on the Phillips Law Group team to explore your legal options.
What Does the Cartiva Toe Implant Do?
The implants are designed to help with the treatment of first metatarsophalangeal joint osteoarthritis. Cartiva implants are meant to assist with pain relief, mobility, and to improve range of motion. Sadly, in many cases, patients have dealt with high failure rates and reports of painful complications following the implantation of the device.
How Do I Know My Cartiva Implant Failed?
You may become suspicious that your implant failed if you experienced a very short period of time without pain, or if the pain you experienced before the implant never really seemed to go away. These implant failures can cause motion issues or severe pain and discomfort. Some people with a failed Cartiva implant may even require revision surgery.
What Should I Do If I Think My Implant Failed?
If you have reason to believe your implant failed, consult your doctor before doing anything else. If it is determined that you’ve experienced implant failure, that may be a good time to contact a lawyer like the ones on the Phillips Law Group team to explore your legal options.
Let a Cartiva Implant Attorney Help
Our team at Phillips Law Group has over three decades of experience helping people pursue legal action for their injuries and losses. Let us help you do the same. Call today to begin working with an experienced Cartiva implant lawyer.
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