Clinical Application
This straight Hibbs bone osteotome is intended for controlled cutting, chiseling, and shaping of cortical and cancellous bone during orthopedic, podiatric and trauma procedures. The 6 mm cutting edge is sized for focused bone work such as creating osteotomy lines, removing small cortical segments, sculpting bone surfaces, and preparing bone beds for grafting. It is used with manual pressure or light mallet impaction depending on the procedure and bone density.
Design & Configuration
The straight geometry provides a direct line of force transfer from handle to cutting edge, improving precision when working on flat or accessible bone surfaces. A narrow 6 mm blade offers fine control for localized cuts while the 24 cm overall length gives reach into deeper or anatomically confined sites without requiring excessive instrument angulation. The handle-to-blade balance supports stable hand positioning and repeatable control during sequential bone work.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone osteotome
- Pattern / model: Hibbs
- Configuration: straight
- Cutting edge width: 6 mm
- Overall length: 24 cm
- Typical use: orthopedic and podiatric osteotomy, bone sculpting, graft bed preparation
- Reusable, autoclavable construction
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The blade and shank are sized to provide rigidity under impaction while maintaining a sharp cutting profile. Constructed for repeated cleaning and steam sterilization as part of standard instrument reprocessing workflows.
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