Clinical Application
Designed to provide controlled manual retraction of soft tissues during open procedures, this style of retractor is commonly used for exposure of superficial and moderately deep wounds. The compact 38 x 38 mm blade footprint makes it suitable for small-to-medium incisions and dissection planes where precise, single‑handed retraction is required. Typical applications include general and abdominal surgery, thoracic access, orthopedic approaches to superficial tissues, and plastic or reconstructive cases requiring localized exposure.
Design & Configuration
The right‑angle, flat blade geometry combined with an integrated finger‑grip handle offers surgeons a secure, ergonomic hold and fine control of blade orientation and pressure. The finger grip permits one‑handed stabilization and deliberate repositioning without relying on additional clamps or assistants. The 38 x 38 mm blade dimension delivers a broad contact area to distribute retraction forces and improve operative field visualization while minimizing focal pressure on tissue.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Handheld retractor
- Pattern / model: Richardson retractor with finger grip handle
- Configuration: Right‑angle flat blade with integrated finger‑grip handle
- Blade size: 38 x 38 mm
- Typical surgical use: Soft‑tissue retraction in open procedures
- Material / construction: Surgical‑grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel with a smooth, polished finish to resist corrosion and facilitate cleaning. The one‑piece blade and handle geometry minimizes crevices and supports efficient sterilization workflows. Designed for repeated use and routine reprocessing in standard sterilization cycles.
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