Volkmann Retractor blunt 3pr. 21.5cm

Clinical Application

This three-prong blunt Volkmann retractor is designed to provide atraumatic retraction and exposure of superficial soft tissues during small- to medium-sized procedures. The blunt, rake-style prongs allow surgeons to hold skin edges, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, or tendon sheaths aside for improved visualization and instrument access. Common settings include hand and plastic surgery, ENT, general soft-tissue procedures, and orthopedics where controlled, finger-like spreading is required without sharp penetration.

Design & Configuration

The three-prong rake geometry distributes retraction force across multiple contact points to reduce focal pressure on tissue and minimize trauma compared with single-hook retractors. Blunt tips are intended to retract rather than grasp, making the instrument suited for delicate tissues and for maintaining exposure without tearing. The 21.5 cm shaft length provides extended reach from the external wound edge into deeper pockets while remaining comfortable for hand-held use during retraction and intermittent exposure.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Volkmann retractor (hand-held rake)
• Configuration: 3-prong, blunt
• Length: 21.5 cm
• Typical use: Superficial soft-tissue retraction and exposure in small-to-medium operative fields
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability under repeated sterilization cycles. The blunt prongs are formed to provide even contact and atraumatic retraction. The instrument is intended for reusable clinical use when processed according to facility sterilization 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