Apparatuses and methods are disclosed for determining an implant position for at least one artificial component in a joint and facilitating the implantation thereof. The apparatuses and methods include creating a joint model of a patient's joint into which an artificial component is to be implanted and...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US5880976?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5880976 - Apparatus and method for facilitating the implantation of artificial components in joints