Clinical Application
Designed to provide secure purchase on cortical bone and small bone fragments, this forceps is used for reduction, manipulation and temporary stabilization during orthopedic, trauma and maxillofacial procedures. The instrument is useful when opposing bone edges must be held steadily while provisional fixation (wires, K-wires or screws) is placed, or when soft-tissue preservation requires a precise, low-profile grip.
Design & Configuration
The instrument's hand-held, ratchet-locking configuration enables sustained compression without continuous manual force, freeing a second hand for instrumentation or fixation. A 26 cm overall length offers working reach for deeper wounds or through limited exposures while maintaining tactile control. Narrow, anatomically oriented jaws concentrate clamping force on the bone surface to minimize slippage during reduction maneuvers.
Instrument Specifications
- Pattern: Farabeuf bone-holding forceps
- Overall length: 26 cm
- Locking mechanism: Ratchet-style for sustained grip
- Jaws: Bone-gripping surfaces suitable for cortical purchase
- Intended use: Reduction, manipulation and temporary stabilization of bone
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and longevity under repeated sterilization cycles. Precision machined joint and heat-treated gripping surfaces maintain alignment and clamping performance over extended service life. The instrument is supplied as a reusable surgical tool suitable for standard sterilization processes.
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