A system for replacing a portion of a hip joint can include a cup having
an outer surface and an inner surface. A bearing can include an outer
bearing surface and an inner articulating surface. The outer bearing
surface can be positioned adjacent to the cup. A ring can be selectively
disposed between the cup and the bearing. The ring can define an annular
body having a slit formed therein. A removal tool can define a proximal
end and a distal end. The distal end can define a ring engaging surface
and a bearing engaging surface. The ring engaging surface can be adapted
to engage the ring at the slit such that the ring expands radially from a
locked position away from engagement with the bearing to an unlocked
position. The bearing engaging surface can be adapted to engage the
bearing and urge the bearing away from the cup.