McKenzie Drill for Hudson Brace 13mm

Clinical Application

This McKenzie-style drill is designed for use with a Hudson brace to perform controlled, manual bone drilling. It is intended for creation of pilot holes and placement of K‑wires where low-speed tactile feedback and fine axial control are required — for example, in minor orthopedic procedures, hand surgery, ENT cases, dental and select cranial applications. The manual hand‑brace technique facilitates delicate work in confined anatomy and situations where powered instrumentation is not desirable or available.

Design & Configuration

The instrument features a straight shank configured for engagement with a Hudson brace chuck to deliver axial stability and direct transfer of hand torque. The compact 13 mm size offers a short, controllable profile that supports precise penetration depth and helps minimize inadvertent over‑drilling in shallow cortical bone. The simple geometry also allows easy orientation in tight working corridors and rapid exchange during procedure workflow.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Hand drill bit for Hudson brace
• Pattern / model: McKenzie Drill
• Configuration: Straight shank, Hudson brace–compatible
• Size: 13 mm
• Typical surgical use: Pilot holes and K‑wire placement
• Reusable construction

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical‑grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The one‑piece metal construction is designed for repeated use and routine sterilization. Reusable stainless steel construction supports standard hospital decontamination 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