This book presents you the latest and most up to date source of scientific and clinical information regarding the use of ceramics and other alternative bearings in joint replacement surgery. The Symposium pays tribute and recognition to the many innovations and contributions that have been developed by the Italian Orthopedic Surgical Community in the field. This Symposium tries to preserve the continuity of past Symposiums by offering a well structured and balanced program with ample opportunity for effective communication and interchange of information and ideas between all interested members of the global orthopedic surgical community.