Kirschner Extension Bow 120x120mm

Clinical Application

This bow is used as an attachment to percutaneously placed Kirschner (K-) wires to provide controlled extension, spacing and anchorage in temporary external fixation and traction setups. It is commonly used in the management of hand, wrist and distal radius fractures, small-bone fractures of the foot and hand, and as a component in multi-pin external fixation constructs where K-wires are employed. The device facilitates manipulation, maintenance of alignment and application of traction during reduction and dressing changes.

Design & Configuration

The bow-shaped configuration provides a stable, low-profile mounting point at the exposed end of a K-wire, allowing clear access for clamps and connectors while keeping the construct spaced from soft tissue. The 120x120 mm geometry offers a defined span and standoff useful for adult and many pediatric extremity applications, helping to maintain lever arm and soft-tissue clearance during traction or frame assembly. Its simple form permits rapid attachment and removal during intraoperative reduction or temporary stabilization.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Kirschner extension bow
• Pattern / model: Extension Bow 120x120 mm
• Configuration: Bow-style for mounting to K-wires
• Size: 120x120 mm
• Typical use: External extension/traction and K-wire anchoring in extremity fracture management
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The design is intended for repeated use and routine sterilization in central sterile processing. The simple, robust construction minimizes crevices and eases cleaning and inspection between cycles.

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