Medium Wire Twister
tungsten carbide inserts, 6-3/4" (17.1 cm)Medium Wire Twister is a unique instrument designed for handling wire in orthopedic procedures. A variety of surgical maneuvers require the insertion of and manipulation of wire pieces. Examples include stabilization of the vertebrae post-laminectomy or hemilaminectomy procedures. This reduces instability of the vertebral column and reduces shock and trauma to the site of surgery during recovery. Additionally this wire twister features tungsten carbide inserts.
Meyerding Hip & Shoulder Skid
13" (33.0 cm)?Meyerding Hip and Shoulder Skid is a versatile instrument that can be used in orthopedic procedures of the hip and shoulder for example it can be used in arthroplasty procedures. This instrument is used to extract the femoral or humeral head. Polished to a dull, satin finish to reduce glare under operating room lights.
Meyerding Laminectomy Retractor
blades w/ toothed edges, 7-1/8" (18.0 cm)Meyerding Laminectomy Retractor is crafted for use in neurosurgical laminectomy procedures. The unique design of this instrument features blades with toothed edges. The toothed edges serve to hold back the layers of soft tissue and muscles that overly the spine and help distribute the pressure over a larger area. The round handles allows for effective manual operation. This instrument is available in four different sizes in a variety of blade sizes making it well suited for any surgical approach or surgeon preference.
Michele Trephines
graduated 1/4" to 1-1/4", shaft 6-1/4" (16.0 cm)?Michele Trephines is an instrument crafted for use in removing circular bits of bone to increase access to specific areas. This type of instrumentation is ideally used in neurosurgical procedures such as craniotomies. This trephine features a long slim shaft that at one end features a T-shaped handle which allows for a rotating motion and at the other end a circular blade. This trephine is available gradated ?" to 1 ?" with a 6 ?" shaft and is available in 5.0 mm od, 5.5 mm od and 8.0 mm od making it suitable for a vast array of surgical scenarios.
Micro Discectomy Retractor
self-retaining, 6" (15.3 cm)?Micro Discectomy Retractor is designed for use in discectomy procedures to retract soft tissue in the surrounding area. Discectomies are performed to surgically remove a portion of herniated disc that is compressing the spinal cord or even a nerve root. This retractor is self retaining and features ring handles for ease in manual maneuvering. Additionally it is available in twelve different sizes, 6 left hook and 6 right hook making it versatile enough for use in a wide variety of procedures.
Micro Friedman Rongeur – Delicate
delicate, 2.0 mm wide jaws, 6" (15.0 cm)Micro Friedman Rongeur is designed for use in a variety of surgical procedures that require manipulation and handling of bone. These rongeurs are of a delicate design which makes them well suited for use in more delicate bone areas. Procedures such as exploration of the ear canal or manipulation of bones in the nasal area or behind the eye in the orbit are all ideally done with this instrument. Additionally it features a spring handle as well as jaws that are slightly curved making them contoured for use without causing stab injuring to surrounding tissues. This instrument is available in two lengths 5.5 and 5.25 inches.
Micro Friedman Rongeur – Very Delicate
very delicate, 1.5 mm wide jaws, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm)Micro Friedman Rongeur is an instrument made for cutting and manipulating smaller bone areas in the body. This instrument is ideal for cutting or clipping smaller areas of dense fibrous tissue such as cartilage and bone. Additionally this rongeur is very delicate and features a 1.5 mm wide jaw. These rongeurs are available in two different profiles straight and curved making them well suited for any surgical maneuver or surgeon preference.
Micro Kerrison Detachable Rongeur
Micro Kerrison Detachable Rongeur is a specialized instrument ideally suited for use in laminectomy procedures. It features small handles and regular footplate and is 40 degrees up which allows it to comfortably maneuver in the narrow spaces in and around the vertebral column. Laminectomies are performed for a number of reasons. Some include increased access to a particular region of the spinal cord by removing the vertebral arch of a series of vertebrae or to reduce pressure on a particular portion of the vertebral column. This instrument is available in 7", 8" or 9" as well as in a variety of bite widths and with or without an ejector making it highly versatile and well suited for a number of surgical scenarios.
Micro Kerrison Ejector Rongeur
thin footplates, small handles?Micro Kerrison Ejector Rongeur is identical to our popular Micro Kerrison model but with a small pin ejector that sits within the shaft that's designed to eject any material from within the column when the handle is released. This allows the shaft to remain clear and assists during decontamination and sterilization, ultimately preserving the life of the instrument.
Micro Kerrison Foraminotomy Rongeurs
regular footplates, large handles, strong 70 degrees up-curved shaft, 40 degree up bite, 8" (20.0 cm)
Micro Kerrison Foraminotomy Rongeurs are specialized instruments designed for use in laminectomies. The 70 degree up-curved shaft is ideal for better visualization and access needed in foraminotomy procedures. This rongeur features thin footplates and large handles, making it ideal for use in the narrow space surrounding the vertebral column. It is available in 2.0 ? 5.0 mm bite in 1.0 mm increments to accommodate any surgical scenario.
Micro Kerrison Fully Detachable Rongeur
40 degrees up, small handles, 9.0 mm opening, thin footplate
Fully Detachable Rongeurs feature a fully-removable shaft to ensure no debris remain in the interior of the instrument after cleaning and sterilization. The instrument can be easily disassembled and reassembled in just a few seconds. By pushing the release button on the body, the front handle can be pulled down and the upper shaft can be pulled backwards and up to remove completely.
Micro Kerrison Rongeur
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Micro Kerrison Rongeur is a uniquely designed instrument that can be used in a variety of orthopedic surgeries, particularly laminectomies. This style is the most widely used style for lumbar and cervical procedures, featuring the smaller width and length handles, a thin footplate and the smaller 9.0 mm bite opening. This popular pattern is available in all 4 cutting angles and various working lengths and bite sizes. The regular footplate style is also available in this rongeur, with catalog numbers ending in 'R'.
