Clinical Application
Designed for controlled removal and sculpting of cortical and cancellous bone, this curved Hibbs gouge is used in orthopedic, podiatric and trauma procedures where precise troughing, debridement or contouring of bone is required. The blade geometry permits efficient shaving and gouging on convex and irregular bone surfaces during joint preparation, osteotomy, exostectomy and other bone-shaping tasks.
Design & Configuration
The curved blade follows anatomic contours to maintain consistent contact with curved bone surfaces and to improve access in confined exposures. A 25 mm blade width provides a broader cutting bite for efficient material removal, while the 24 cm overall length gives reach into deeper surgical fields without excessive hand intrusion. The curved gouge profile facilitates directional control of bone cuts and allows the surgeon to work along curved surfaces with predictable resistance and tactile feedback.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone gouge
- Pattern / model: Hibbs
- Configuration: Curved
- Length / size: 24 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: 25 mm curved gouge blade
- Typical surgical use: Removal and sculpting of cortical and cancellous bone in orthopedic and podiatric procedures
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Reusable and sterilizable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide durability and resistance to corrosion under repeated reprocessing. The working end is formed to maintain a sharp, reliable cutting edge suitable for manual gouging and controlled mallet-assisted use when required. The instrument is intended for repeated clinical use following validated sterilization protocols.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy