Clinical Application
Used to harvest and retrieve tendons for grafting and reconstructive procedures, particularly in hand, wrist and small-joint surgery. The instrument is advanced along the course of a released tendon to separate it from sheath and peritendinous adhesions, enabling controlled extraction for autograft use. The 3 mm profile is suited to slender tendons frequently encountered in hand and forearm procedures; selection of diameter should match target tendon size to minimize soft-tissue trauma.
Design & Configuration
The slim, 15 cm working length provides reach and control in confined surgical fields such as the palm and forearm. A low-profile 3 mm stripping profile facilitates smooth advancement along the tendon sheath with minimal bulk, while tactile hand control supports gradual, controlled separation. The instrument geometry is optimized to permit linear motion along the tendon axis for predictable release and retrieval.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Tendon stripper (Bunnell pattern)
- Length: 15 cm
- Tip diameter: 3 mm stripping profile
- Typical use: Tendon harvesting and separation from surrounding soft tissue
- Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Fabricated from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-machined working surfaces for reliable performance during repeated use. Finished to facilitate cleaning and decontamination; designed for routine sterilization cycles compatible with reusable surgical instruments.
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