A case for modular neck components for hip implants. The case may include
indicators based on independent variables associated with physical
characteristics of the implant, including leg length, offset, and
anteversion. During surgery, the surgeon may be confronted with a need to
change a preoperatively-chosen modular neck. For example, the surgeon may
desire a change in at least one of the variables, e.g., leg length,
offset, and/or anteversion. The case allows the surgeon to quickly and
easily select a different modular neck based on an evaluation of one of
the variables without requiring reevaluation of the other variables. A
method described herein may include preoperative planning in which a
template including a grid coordinate system is used, which advantageously
provides an intuitive system for the surgeon both preoperatively and
during surgery.