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Locking Plate
TOOLMED
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1 Pcs
5-7 days
Product Description
Precisely pre-shaped to mirror the anatomy of the medial distal tibia, providing a flush fit against the bone and stable fixation for the medial malleolus without compromising soft tissue.
The distal head incorporates multiple locking screw trajectories designed to create a supportive raft just below the joint surface, preventing secondary depression and maintaining joint congruity.
The distal tibia has very little soft tissue coverage. This plate is designed with ultra-thin edges and a highly polished surface to prevent irritation of the posterior tibial tendon and skin.
The underside of the plate is designed to minimize contact with the bone surface, preserving the periosteal blood supply, which is critical for the healing of high-energy distal tibia fractures.
Primary indication for complex intra-articular fractures where the medial column requires stabilization to restore the ankle joint.
Used for fractures in the lower third of the tibia where traditional nailing may not provide enough stability for the short distal fragment.
Indicated for complex or vertical medial malleolus fractures that cannot be sufficiently stabilized with standard lag screws.
Used in corrective surgeries to restabilize the medial column after previous healing failures or failed trauma cases.
| Product name | Distal Medial Tibial Locking Plate-I |
| Material | TA3 |
| Diameter | / |
| Length | / |
| Application | / |
| Certificate | CE Certificate |
| Brand | TOOLMED |
| MOQ | 1 Pcs |
| OEM | Avaliable |
| Package | PE Inner Bag+Carton |
| Payment Method | T/T，Bank transfer, Western Union |
| Delivery Time | 5-7 days |
| Shipping | DHL EMS UPS TNT FEDEX |
This is a titanium plate used to fix severe breaks at the bottom of the shinbone (tibia) on the inner side of the ankle. This area is called the medial column. When you have a "Pilon" fracture, the ankle joint is often crushed. This plate acts as a rigid wall (buttress) that holds the inner side of the joint together, ensuring the ankle is perfectly straight and stable so you can walk on it again.
The medial plate is often the primary fixation point for surgeons. Because the inner side of the ankle is under a lot of pressure when you stand, this plate must be strong. It is often used alone for inner-side breaks or paired with a lateral plate for "360-degree" stability in the most severe accidents.
The Locking technology is essential here because the bone near the ankle can be quite thin. Standard screws can sometimes pull out, but locking screws stay fixed to the plate like a bolt. This creates an "internal frame" that keeps the bone pieces from shifting, even if the bone quality is not perfect, which is common in older patients.
Biomechanically, the plate resists vertical shear forces. In an ankle break, the bones try to slide past each other. This plate stops that sliding movement, acting as a buttress. By holding the joint surface at the correct height, the plate prevents the joint from collapsing, which is the main cause of post-traumatic arthritis.
The surgeon makes an incision on the inner side of the ankle. After the pieces of the joint are carefully moved back into place, the plate is fitted against the bone. Several small 3.5mm locking screws are used to secure the joint surface, and then the shaft of the plate is screwed to the main bone to finish the repair.
The medial ankle has very little muscle to protect the incision. The low-profile design of the TOOLMED plate helps the skin heal faster. While you won't be able to put weight on the foot for several weeks, the stability of the plate often allows you to start gently moving your ankle early to prevent it from getting stiff.
The Distal Medial Tibial Locking Plate-I is a fundamental tool for ankle reconstruction. Its anatomical design and fixed-angle stability provide the mechanical security needed to restore the joint and help patients get back on their feet after a serious lower-limb injury.
Since the bone on the inner ankle is right under the skin, you may be able to feel the plate if you touch it. However, the plate is designed with very thin edges (low-profile) so it shouldn't cause discomfort or show through the skin.
No. It is specifically for fractures of the tibia (the big bone). Simple ankle sprains or simple breaks of the fibula (the small bone) usually do not require this specific plate.
Most people keep the plate for life. It is only removed if it causes irritation or if the patient is very active and prefers it removed once the bone is 100% healed (usually after a year).
Titanium is strong but slightly flexible, which helps the bone heal more naturally. It is also very "biocompatible," meaning the body accepts it well, and it doesn't interfere with future MRI or CT scans as much as steel does.
The plate is designed to hold up to 4 or 5 locking screws in the very bottom section, allowing the surgeon to secure even small fragments of the medial malleolus very tightly.
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