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Zimmer’s line of NexGen knee replacement systems date back to 1994. Since its introduction Zimmer has built a reputation for having one of the most durable and dependable line of knee replacement systems on the market. However, the newest model of the NexGen line, the NexGen CR-Flex, has come under heavy criticism as being faulty. Much of the criticism comes from the premise of the NexGen CR-Flex knee replacement system was advertised to last at least 15 years before any signs of revision were needed. Currently, Zimmer Holdings Inc. is facing an increasing number of lawsuits due to their negligence.

The NexGen CR-Flex is a cementless version of Zimmer’s Knee Replacement system. Introduced by Zimmer in 2003 it was supposed be a big innovation in the medical device field. According to Zimmer the NexGen CR-Flex was supposed to last up to 15 years, with proper care and maintenance. Many were drawn to that kind of potential and the NexGen CR-Flex quickly became one of the most popular type of Knee Replacement systems for Zimmer with over 150,000 surgeries done using the NexGen Cr-Flex. Many however are beginning to regret having it placed inside their body since the cementless technology has started to become loose, causing even the simplest things like straightening his or her leg to become severely painful.

This is not the first line of products from Zimmer to come under such criticism however. The Durom Cup Line of hip products went under heavy criticism and were finally recalled two years ago. This line of hip products also uses the same cementless technology the NexGen CR-Flex uses, and once again many are complaining that the replacement has become loose from the bone. Many say with these similarities to the recalled Durom cup line that there is a call for a Zimmer Knee recall.

With Zimmer being such a large company, having gross revenue that reaches into to the billions, many are wondering why the safety of its customers is not Zimmer’s top priority. It is quite clear to many that the top officials of Zimmer have not yet acknowledged their role as health providers to the public. It is this lack of responsibility that has caused tens of thousands of its customers to become injured.

If you or someone you know has received a faulty Zimmer NexGen CR-Flex knee replacement system, you should get just compensation for your injury. A Zimmer Nexgen replacement recall should not be waited. Contact a lawyer immediately and get a free case evaluation.