Clinical Application
This straight Hibbs bone gouge is designed for controlled removal and sculpting of cortical and cancellous bone. It is commonly used in orthopedics and podiatry for creating bone windows, shaping bone edges, enlarging foramina, debriding bony prominences, and preparing osteotomy sites. The 13 mm cutting width provides a balance between efficient bone removal and fine control in confined surgical fields.
Design & Configuration
The straight geometry provides direct, axial control of the cutting edge, allowing the surgeon to apply predictable leverage and make precise, linear gouging strokes. At 24 cm overall length the instrument offers extended reach for deeper or recessed operative sites while preserving tactile feedback. The spoon-shaped gouge profile concentrates force at the cutting lip for efficient bone shaving and reduces the tendency to chatter compared with flatter instruments.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone gouge
- Pattern / model: Hibbs
- Configuration: straight
- Overall length: 24 cm
- Cutting width: 13 mm
- Tip pattern: spoon-shaped gouge edge for bone removal
- Typical use: bone sculpting, troughing, debridement in orthopedic and podiatric procedures
- Construction: surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated sterilization cycles. The cutting lip is precision-formed to maintain a consistent gouge profile through normal clinical use. The instrument is intended for reusable use; follow facility sterilization protocols for maintenance.
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