Clinical Application
This instrument is designed for controlled abrasion and contouring of cortical bone and periosteal margins. It is used to smooth bony irregularities, refine edges after osteotomy, and prepare surfaces during procedures in orthopedics, maxillofacial surgery, hand and foot surgery, and select reconstructive cases. The rasping action removes small amounts of bone to produce a predictable, smooth surface prior to fixation, graft seating, or prosthetic fitting.
Design & Configuration
The Langenbeck-style periosteal rasp provides a broad rasping surface that permits gradual, controlled material removal. The 16 x 190 mm profile balances working width with length to reach deeper or narrower operative fields while maintaining effective surface contact. The ron./ed configuration indicates a working profile that combines a rounded primary surface with defined edges, useful for both planar smoothing and controlled contouring of marginal bone.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Periosteal rasp
- Pattern / model: Langenbeck
- Configuration: ron./ed
- Size: 16 x 190 mm
- Working surface: Rasp pattern for bone contouring
- Typical use: Contouring/smoothing cortical bone and removing small bony prominences
- Material: Surgical stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes, autoclavable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and resistance to corrosion. The rasp surface is finished to provide consistent abrasive action while minimizing tissue drag. Designed for repeated reprocessing and sterilization in high-volume clinical environments.
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