Clinical Application
Designed to provide controlled retraction and exposure of superficial soft tissues during open procedures. The six sharp prongs engage skin, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, and tendon sheaths to maintain a clear operative field. Common applications include general surgery, plastic and reconstructive procedures, ENT, orthopedics, wound debridement, and any case requiring firm, localized retraction where slippage must be minimized.
Design & Configuration
The rake-style geometry with six sharp prongs concentrates grip points across a short span, allowing secure purchase on tissue while an assistant or surgeon maintains retraction manually. The sharp prongs trade off increased fixation for greater potential for tissue trauma compared with blunt prongs, making this pattern appropriate when firm hold and minimal slippage are priorities (for example, when retracting slippery or edematous tissue). At 22 cm overall length, the instrument provides moderate reach for superficial cavities without impeding visibility or instrument handling at the wound margin.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Volkmann retractor
- Pattern / model: Volkmann, 6-prong sharp
- Configuration: Handheld rake retractor
- Length: 22 cm
- Tip pattern: Six sharp prongs for firm tissue engagement
- Typical use: Superficial soft-tissue retraction (skin, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, tendon)
- Material: Stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from durable stainless steel with a satin-polished finish for ease of cleaning and corrosion resistance. The solid construction supports repeated sterilization and clinical use; the instrument is intended for standard steam sterilization cycles used for reusable surgical instruments.
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