The B. Braun Core Hip System: Innovation in Hip Replacement Surgery

The Core Hip System from B. Braun is a total hip replacement system built on decades of orthopaedic expertise. It combines:

• High-performance materials – including titanium alloy stems and advanced polyethylene or ceramic bearing surfaces for reduced wear.
• Modular design – allows surgeons to tailor the implant to each patient’s anatomy and activity level.
• Proven fixation options – available in both cemented and uncemented designs, ensuring reliable long-term stability.

This flexibility makes the system suitable for a wide range of patients, from younger, active individuals to older patients needing reliable support.

Take a look at products built by B. Braun¹ for the hip system. Founded in 1839, they have a reputation for manufacturing some of the best apparatus in the medical field. 

One of the most important aspects of hip replacement success lies in the materials used and the precision of surgical planning.

• Materials: The Core Hip System uses titanium stems for strength and biocompatibility, a titanium cup, a ceramic head and a plastic polyethylene liner that minimise wear and extend implant life. These advanced materials ensure durability and smooth, natural movement.
  
  
• Digital Planning: At Orthopaedic Innovation, we digitally plan every hip replacement procedure before surgery. Using advanced imaging, we create a model of your hip joint using software, allowing the surgical team to select the exact size and positioning of the implant. This ensures a customised fit, maximises stability, and reduces the risk of complications.
  
  
• Customisation Options: The B. Braun Core Hip System offers multiple stem lengths and diameters (11 with 3 different neck angles), cup sizes (16), ceramic heads (5) and plastic liners (12). When combined, these choices result in 38,000 combinations, allowing us to tailor the implant precisely to each patient’s anatomy and lifestyle needs.

This combination of cutting-edge materials, digital surgical planning, and extensive customisation options means patients benefit from a truly personalised hip replacement designed for long-term success. It is also a key part of our Kley Rapid Hip Replacement pathway, which focuses on faster recovery and shorter hospital stays.

The B. Braun Core Hip System is widely used internationally and is backed by strong clinical data. Key benefits include:

• Durability – advanced materials and wear-resistant bearings help the implant last 15–20 years or more.
• Stability – the system is designed to minimise the risk of dislocation, supporting confident movement.
• Customisation – multiple stem and cup sizes, combined with digital planning, allow for a truly personalised procedure.
• Natural feel – engineered to replicate the biomechanics of a healthy hip joint, promoting smooth and natural motion.

Independent reviews confirm that the cementless CoreHip stem is designed to closely reconstruct patient anatomy, including offset and leg length, to deliver reliable function and comfort.

For independent patient guidance, read this article on Types of Hip Implants²

A total hip replacement using the Core Hip System may be recommended if you have:

• Severe osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
• Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip
• Significant hip pain or stiffness limiting daily life
• Joint damage following injury or congenital hip problems

Younger patients may also benefit from the Core Hip, as its bone-preserving design and advanced materials make it suitable for long-term use. 

Learn more about Hip Replacement Surgery at Orthopaedic Innovation.

1. How long does a B. Braun Core Hip last?
   Most hip replacements, including the Core Hip System, last 15–20 years or longer. Clinical studies show that over 90% of modern hip implants remain functional after 15 years.
2. What materials are used in the Core Hip System?
   The system typically combines titanium alloy stems with either ceramic or highly cross-linked polyethylene bearings, reducing wear and improving longevity.
3. How soon can I walk after hip replacement surgery?
   Many patients begin walking with support within 24–48 hours of surgery and return to normal activities within 6–12 weeks, depending on recovery progress.
4. Is the Core Hip suitable for younger patients?
   Yes. With its modular design, digital planning, and durable materials, the Core Hip System is well-suited to active, younger patients who need long-lasting performance.

Here from one of our patients who had both of her hips replaced using the Core Hip System and has what we call a “forgotten hip” — one that feels so natural/pain free you forget you had a replacement.

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