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Orthopedic Specialty Instruments

Orthopedic specialty instruments are used by surgeons for numerous procedures. This equipment gives surgeons the critical resources to carry out bone, joint and trauma operations. Specialty instruments range from dental devices to high-tech implant tools. Laboratory research develops specialty tool technology on a daily basis, according to Zimmer Products, helping surgeons succeed with operations.

  1. Nail System Tools

    • Nail system tools help to re-join portions of damaged bones, according to Zimmer Products. Natural nails are specially curved high-tech impact tools made of stainless steel. These devices can be custom designed to fit the shape of almost any bone. Nails can be inserted into bones and remain intact, thus reconnecting fractured pieces. Nails, according to Teleflex Medical, can be snipped with blunt and/or sharp ended, handheld nail splitters. Lag screws are inserted at the top of the nail to tightly secure the device. Nails and screws can be designed with various diameters and lengths.

    Microsurgical Instruments

    • Microsurgical instruments are critical for surgeons requiring delicate precision while operating. Bishop Harman Forceps, according to Teleflex Medical, can be constructed with serrated edging. These tools are less than 4-inches long and teeth are 1-millimeter wide for tiny grabbing and manipulating. Handles are also beveled with 3 predrilled holes to allow surgeons to adjust their grip. Additional microsurgical tools include Tying and/or Graefe Iris Forceps. These instruments are specifically designed with custom edges which can curve to various degrees.

    Bone Holding Instruments

    • Bone-holding instruments are other specialty tools, which can clamp fractured bones. Most bone-holding tools, according to Teleflex Medical, are approximately 6-inches long. Locke Phalangeal Forceps have scissor-like handles with slender, stainless steel shafts. These shafts are constructed with curved, serrated clamps which can clasp extremely thin bones. The teeth on Plate and Bone Holding Forceps, on the other hand, open much wider and can handle dense and heavy bone. This instrument has one pointed tip and one foot plate tip making them essential specialty tools for arranging miniature bone splices and plates.

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