Volkmann Bone Curette 17cm, Fig.0000

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled curettage of bone and removal of soft tissue from osseous surfaces, this Volkmann-style bone curette is used in procedures that require precise scraping, debridement or harvesting of cancellous graft material. Common applications include orthopedic fracture management, debridement of bone lesions, preparation of bone surfaces for grafting, hand and foot surgery, and select neurosurgical procedures where small amounts of bone or soft tissue must be removed with tactile feedback.

Design & Configuration

The instrument's Volkmann geometry features a shallow, spoon-shaped cutting tip attached to a slender shaft, enabling access into confined or deep cavities while maintaining control over the amount of bone removed. The 17 cm shaft length provides increased reach for deeper operative fields without sacrificing manual feedback. The scoop-style tip concentrates force over a small edge for efficient scraping and facilitates collection of cancellous material for grafting.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Bone curette (Volkmann pattern)
• Length: 17 cm
• Tip pattern: Spoon-shaped Volkmann curette tip for scraping and scooping
• Typical use: Bone curettage, debridement, cancellous graft harvesting
• Construction: Reusable surgical instrument

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance and compatibility with standard sterilization processes. The tip is formed to provide a defined scraping edge while the shaft maintains rigidity for controlled manipulation. Constructed for repeated clinical use and routine reprocessing.

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