#$%^&*AU2013206021A120131219.pdf#####ABSTRACT A method and apparatus for correcting malformed joints, in particular the "hammer toe" contraction of the proximal interphalangeal joint. The disclosure comprises a two-component implant: a proximal phalanx component and a middle phalanx component. An endosseous stem on each component is inserted axially into the end of a respective host bone and, after insertion, the components are attached. The attached components are held together in various ways, for example a detent arm/aperture mechanism. Each component can be cannulated to allow for the passage of a kirschner wire, if necessary, to stabilize adjacent joints such as the proximal interphalangeal joint. The bones of the treated joint can be set to form a desired angle by adjusting the angle formed by the corresponding endosseous stems. 4371874 1 (GHMatters) P93784.AU 24/05/136 4 119/129 1286 7A FIG. 2 119 114 5A 4 11812 120 122 124 126129132 7B 'A FIG. 3A 5B 130 783 138 5B FIG. 3B
