Buckingham Footplate Hand Instrument Fig.2

Clinical Application

This hand instrument is intended for precision work on the stapes footplate during middle ear procedures such as stapedotomy and stapedectomy. It is used by otologic surgeons to engage, stabilize, and manipulate the footplate and small bone fragments in the confined space of the middle ear under microscopic visualization. The instrument supports controlled tactile feedback for delicate maneuvers required when preparing a fenestration, elevating residual bone, or positioning prosthetic components.

Design & Configuration

The Buckingham pattern is a dedicated footplate instrument family designed for fine manual control in narrow corridors such as the external auditory canal. The hand-held configuration provides direct tactile feedback and precise tip orientation, which are critical when working adjacent to the oval window and ossicular chain. A slim shaft profile and carefully balanced handle geometry reduce hand fatigue and improve accuracy during microscope-assisted procedures.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Footplate hand instrument
• Pattern / model: Buckingham, Fig.2
• Configuration: Manual hand instrument for otologic micro‑manipulation
• Typical surgical use: Middle ear surgery — manipulation and preparation of the stapes footplate
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated use and standard sterilization cycles. The single-piece hand instrument construction minimizes crevices and joints, facilitating cleaning and reprocessing for multi-case use in ambulatory surgery centers and hospital otology departments.

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