Cloward Laminia Spreader w/screw 30mm, 15cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is intended to provide controlled laminar separation and sustained exposure during spinal decompression procedures. The device is used to retract opposing laminae and adjacent soft tissues to permit access for laminectomy, foraminotomy, decompression of neural elements, and instrumentation work in the posterior spinal corridor. The 30 mm spread is suited for small-to-moderate bone distraction commonly required in cervical and thoracic exposures, and in situations where precise, maintained separation is required.

Design & Configuration

The Cloward-style geometry provides opposing blades that engage the laminae and transmit distractive force across a low-profile shaft. The screw mechanism secures the chosen distraction distance, enabling hands-free maintenance of exposure and reducing the need for an assistant to hold retraction. A 15 cm overall length balances reach into the surgical field with tactile control in confined posterior approaches; the 30 mm maximum jaw opening delivers measured distraction while minimizing excess tissue tension.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Cloward lamina spreader
• Configuration: Screw locking mechanism for sustained distraction
• Overall length: 15 cm
• Maximum spread: 30 mm
• Primary use: Lamina and posterior element retraction during spinal decompression
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel appropriate for repeated sterilization cycles and routine OR use. The screw locking element is integrated into the instrument body to provide stable, adjustable retention of the distracted position without adding bulk to the blades.

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