Hip Joint (IMAGE) University of Liverpool Caption This is a micro CT scan of the head of a femur (thigh bone) showing the presence of sharp HDMPs on the surface of the bone. Credit University of Liverpool Usage Restrictions In connection with the press release above. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.