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BIX-A1025 Knee Joint Model vs Elbow and Foot
Henan BOMN supply chain management Co., LTD

Life-size PVC knee joint model BIX-A1025 — flexion, extension and rotation on a base; washable, for anatomy and musculoskeletal teaching.

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BIX-A1025 vs the Elbow and Foot Models: Choosing a Joint Set That Teaches Motion

Short answer: BIX-A1025 is a life-size artificial knee joint model that bends, extends and rotates inward and outward, sits on a base, is made of PVC and is washable. Its page displays US $14.74 — the same figure shown on the elbow listing — so treat that number as a reference and confirm it in writing. Among the joint models in this catalogue, the knee is the one that demonstrates both a hinge and a rotation, which is why it carries most musculoskeletal teaching loads.

Key takeaways

  • Motion, not just shape: flexion, extension, internal and external rotation are all published.
  • Base included, so it stands on a bench while both hands are free to demonstrate.
  • PVC and washable — the two properties that decide whether a shared lab model survives a term.
  • Knee, elbow and foot do different jobs: the knee teaches coupled motion, the elbow teaches rotation with a single axis, the foot teaches ligament restraint.
  • Buy the joint you will examine, not the set — joint models are cheap per unit but cost shelf space [1][2][3].

The model at a glance

ItemPublished detail
ModelBIX-A1025
Product name on pageVivid Life-Size Artificial Knee Joint Model
Category pathMedical Series → Skeleton Series → Joint Models
MotionBends, extends, rotates inward and outward
MountingWith base
MaterialPVC
CleaningWashable
Displayed priceUS $14.74 — identical to the elbow listing; confirm before ordering

Knee, elbow, foot: which joint teaches what

CriterionBIX-A1025 kneeBIX-A1026 elbowBIX-A1028 foot with ligament
Published motionFlexion, extension, internal and external rotationRotation of the elbow joint, curvature and rotation of the forearmAnatomy of the foot with a range of foot functions
ScaleLife-sizeNatural size, 17 x 14.5 x 24 cmNatural size
MaterialPVC, washableNot stated on pagePVC
BaseWith baseOn a plastic seatOn a plastic base
Distinctive featureCoupled rotation with flexionForearm rotation at the elbowFlexible artificial ligament
Best first purchase forMusculoskeletal assessment, orthopaedics, physiotherapyUpper-limb anatomy and range-of-motion teachingLigament restraint and ankle/foot anatomy

Why the knee is usually the first joint model bought

The knee is the joint where students most often confuse what they can see with what they can feel. A model that both flexes and rotates lets an instructor show that terminal rotation is part of extension, not an add-on. That single demonstration prevents a common examination error.

The literature around joint teaching is increasingly about matching the tool to the complexity of the topic. A 2026 parallel randomised study in Anatomical Sciences Education examined how anatomical topic complexity interacts with teaching-method effectiveness — the practical reading being that a complex, multi-structure topic benefits from a different method than a simple one [1]. A 2026 review in Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery addressed isolated compartment arthrosis of the knee, a condition whose explanation depends on compartment anatomy that a model can point to [2]. A Scientific Reports study investigated how knee-brace stiffness affects gait biomechanics — a reminder that the knee is a system, not a hinge [3].

What to confirm before ordering

Not published / needs confirmingWhy it matters
Actual unit priceUS $14.74 also appears on the elbow page; confirm per model.
Dimensions and weightNeeded for a shelf plan and for freight.
Whether ligaments are representedDecides whether you can teach restraint, not just motion.
Range of motion limitsNatural stops matter when students apply force.
Spare baseThe base is the part that breaks first in a shared lab.

Send those five lines to cprmodel@adaanatomy.com with model BIX-A1025 and the joints you already own, so the reply recommends additions rather than duplicates.

FAQ

Q1. What is BIX-A1025?
A life-size artificial knee joint model that bends, extends and rotates inward and outward, mounted on a base and made of PVC.

Q2. Is it washable?
Yes, the page states the model is washable.

Q3. How much does it cost?
The page displays US $14.74. The same figure appears on the elbow model page, so confirm the price per model before ordering.

Q4. Does it include ligaments?
Ligaments are not mentioned for BIX-A1025. The foot model in the same series (BIX-A1028) explicitly includes a flexible artificial ligament.

Q5. Can it be used for physiotherapy teaching?
Yes, for demonstrating flexion, extension and rotation. It is an anatomy model, not a force-feedback trainer.

Q6. How do I order?
Email cprmodel@adaanatomy.com with model BIX-A1025, quantity and delivery city.

Request a quotation

Write to cprmodel@adaanatomy.com for the BIX-A1025 dimensions, the confirmed unit price and a quotation on a joint set. Tell us which joints your curriculum examines — most programmes need the knee first, then the shoulder or the foot, and buying in that order avoids shelf clutter.

→ Product page: BIX-A1025 Vivid Life-Size Artificial Knee Joint Model — full specification, packing data and a quotation request form.

References

  1. Anatomical topic complexity and teaching method effectiveness: a parallel randomised study. Anatomical Sciences Education. 2026.
  2. Isolated compartment arthrosis of the knee: contemporary concepts. Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery. 2026.
  3. Investigating the effects of spring-loaded knee brace stiffness on gait biomechanics. Scientific Reports. 2026.
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