An implantable endoprosthesis is adapted to articulate with one or more
prosthesis surfaces, and is at least partially formed from a material
having high wear resistance, which may be a polymeric material such as
ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), polyetherether ketone
(PEEK), and the like, or a metallic material, such as a cobalt-chrome
alloy, or a ceramic material, such as alumina or zirconia. The body
member of the endoprosthesis may be formed from a composite material, and
includes at least a first component formed from a first material having
increased wear resistance as compared to that of a second material
forming a second component of the body member. The second material is
generally more resilient as compared to the first material.