Volkmann Retractor blunt 6pr. 21.5cm

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled retraction of superficial soft tissue and subcutaneous layers, this 6-prong blunt Volkmann retractor provides atraumatic exposure of wound edges and operative fields. It is commonly used during procedures that require stable, gentle retraction—such as general surgery incisions, hand and plastic surgery dissections, and exposure of shallow musculoskeletal or soft-tissue planes—where a multi-prong rake is useful to evenly distribute retraction force without penetrating tissue.

Design & Configuration

The 6-prong blunt configuration distributes retraction force across multiple contact points to reduce focal stress and minimize tissue trauma compared with single-hook retractors. Blunt prongs allow safe manipulation of soft tissue without sharp penetration, while the 21.5 cm length provides moderate reach for access to shallow-to-moderately deep operative sites. The hand-held rake design offers tactile control and quick repositioning by the assistant or surgeon.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Volkmann retractor, hand-held
• Pattern / model: blunt 6-prong rake
• Length: 21.5 cm
• Tip pattern: blunt, 6 prongs for distributed retraction
• Typical use: superficial soft-tissue retraction and exposure
• Construction: surgical stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability under repeated sterilization cycles. The blunt multi-prong head is formed to provide reliable engagement with soft tissue while avoiding sharp edges. Reusable design supports standard sterilization and high-cycle clinical use.

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