Cushing Nerve Hook large 19cm

Clinical Application

Designed for delicate neural work, this instrument is used to identify, isolate, mobilize and protect peripheral and cranial nerves during dissection. Common applications include neurosurgery, peripheral nerve procedures, ENT, and other soft-tissue operations where controlled, atraumatic elevation or retraction of neural tissue is required. The 19 cm length provides additional reach for deeper operative fields while maintaining tactile feedback.

Design & Configuration

The instrument's slender shaft and hooked tip geometry allow the surgeon to engage and lift neural structures with minimal compression or trauma. The "large" hook profile offers a broader contact area for controlled retraction of slightly larger nerves or small nerve bundles, reducing point pressure. The overall length balances reach and control, enabling use in both superficial and deeper cavities while preserving fine manual dexterity.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Nerve hook
• Pattern / model: Cushing, large
• Configuration: Slender shaft with atraumatic hook tip
• Length: 19 cm
• Tip pattern: Blunt/atraumatic hook for teasing and elevation of nerves
• Typical use: Nerve identification, mobilization and gentle retraction during open and microsurgical procedures
• Material: Surgical stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes, autoclavable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide the corrosion resistance and strength required for repeated surgical use. The single-piece construction and polished finish facilitate cleaning and inspection between uses. The instrument is designed for standard sterilization processes and long-term reusability when maintained according to facility protocol.

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