Vickers Low Profile universal Hand and Carpal

Clinical Application

This low‑profile handheld retractor is intended to provide controlled soft‑tissue retraction and improved visualization in confined spaces of the hand and wrist. It is suited for open carpal procedures, carpal tunnel release, tendon repairs, debridement, exposure of small bone fragments and fixation sites, and other distal upper‑extremity procedures where a minimal footprint and unobstructed access are critical. The slim profile helps maintain a clear operative field while reducing pressure on surrounding neurovascular structures.

Design & Configuration

The instrument’s low‑profile blade geometry and universal footprint allow the surgeon or assistant to place and maintain retraction in narrow incisions typical of hand and carpal surgery. Slim, flat blades slide into tight planes and produce a smaller shadow in the wound compared with bulkier retractors, facilitating instrument passage and direct visualization. Smoothly contoured blade edges and a comfortable handle improve tissue contact distribution and manual control during incremental retraction or repositioning.

Instrument Specifications

• Handheld, low‑profile retractor designed for hand and carpal exposures
• Universal blade geometry for multi‑purpose retraction in confined operative fields
• Narrow, flat blades with contoured edges to reduce soft‑tissue trauma
• Suitable for procedures such as carpal tunnel release, tendon repair, fracture fixation, and small implant work
• Reusable construction for routine surgical reprocessing

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical‑grade stainless steel to withstand repeated sterilization cycles and to provide corrosion resistance and long service life. The instrument is designed for reusable clinical use and routine inspection/maintenance per facility protocols.

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