Clinical Application
Designed to provide controlled purchase and mechanical advantage when elevating, levering or manipulating bone during orthopedic procedures. Commonly used in fracture reduction, femoral and hip exposures, and other long-bone work where controlled levering or elevation of a cortical surface is required. It assists the surgeon in reducing fragments, gaining exposure, and applying counter-traction within a confined surgical field.
Design & Configuration
The lever geometry and 21.5 cm length balance reach and tactile control: sufficient length to work in deeper wounds while preserving fine hand control close to the field. The working end is configured to obtain secure purchase on bone while allowing controlled transmission of force through the handle, reducing the need for excessive manual traction. Single-piece construction minimizes joints or screws that could trap debris and facilitates straightforward handling during procedures.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Bone lever (Lane Trethowan pattern)
- Length: 21.5 cm
- Intended use: Fracture reduction, elevation and manipulation of bone in orthopedic surgery
- Construction: Single-piece stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance and durability for repeated use and standard sterilization cycles. Single-piece construction reduces crevices and simplifies cleaning and sterilization. Reusable design supports standard hospital instrument processing protocols.
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