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3310-0201
TOOLMED
TA3
1 Pcs
5-15 Days
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Product Description
Each plate is pre-shaped to fit a specific part of the heel—the medial side (MD), the anterior process (AP), or the posterior tuber (PT)—ensuring a "glove-like" fit that minimizes intraoperative bending.
The locking screw holes are strategically angled to target the strongest bone columns in the heel, providing stable anchorage even in severely comminuted or osteoporotic bone.
To protect the sensitive tendons and thin skin of the foot, these plates feature a minimal thickness and highly polished surfaces to reduce friction and the risk of hardware prominence.
The system allows for divergent and convergent screw placement, enabling the surgeon to "capture" small fragments and support the articular surface of the subtalar joint.
Indicated for complex fractures involving the sustentaculum tali or the medial column of the calcaneus.
Specifically designed for fractures at the front of the heel bone that interfere with the midfoot joints.
Used for "beak" fractures or avulsions of the posterior heel where the Achilles tendon attaches.
Often used in combination as a "modular" system to rebuild a shattered heel bone that cannot be fixed with a single large plate.
| Product Name | MD AP & PT Calcaneal Locking Plate |
| Material | TA3 |
| 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 | 5-15 Days |
| Shipping | DHL EMS UPS TNT FEDEX |
These are "specialty" plates for your heel bone (calcaneus). Instead of one big plate for the whole heel, these are smaller plates designed for specific "zones." MD is for the middle/inner side, AP is for the front near your toes, and PT is for the back where your heel hits the ground. They are like pieces of a puzzle used to put a shattered heel back together perfectly.
Sometimes a heel isn't just broken—it's shattered into many small pieces. A single big plate might not be able to reach or hold every piece. These smaller, specialized plates allow the surgeon to fix each "corner" of the heel individually, which is much more stable for complex injuries.
Because these plates are smaller and thinner, they are much easier on your skin and tendons. The foot has very little "padding," so using these ultra-low-profile titanium plates reduces the chance of the hardware feeling bulky or irritating you after surgery. The Locking technology ensures the screws stay tight in the bone, even under the pressure of standing.
Biomechanically, the heel bone is the foundation of your walking cycle. The MD, AP, and PT plates work together to restore the height, width, and angle of your heel. By stabilizing each fragment separately, the system ensures that the joint surfaces are perfectly aligned, which is the key to preventing arthritis later in life.
The surgeon uses targeted incisions depending on which part of the heel is broken. This "minimally invasive" approach often means less swelling and faster healing compared to one large incision. Each plate is carefully placed and locked with small, high-strength screws to create a solid titanium frame inside the bone.
Recovery for the heel bone is a gradual process. You will likely be "non-weight bearing" (not allowed to step on the foot) for 8-12 weeks. During this time, the plates hold the bone in the perfect position. Physical therapy will help you regain motion in your ankle and midfoot as the bone fuses together.
The MD AP and PT Calcaneal Locking Plate system represents a modular, high-precision approach to foot trauma. By providing specialized support for every part of the heel, it gives surgeons the tools they need to rebuild the foot's foundation and get patients back on their feet.
It depends on the fracture. Some patients only need one (like an AP plate for a front-end break), while others with severe injuries may need two or even three small plates to fully stabilize the bone.
These are medical abbreviations for the parts of the heel: Medial (inner side), Anterior Process (front part), and Posterior Tuber (the back "bump" of the heel).
For certain complex fractures, yes. Smaller plates allow for smaller incisions and can sometimes reach bone fragments that a single large plate would miss. Your surgeon will choose based on your specific X-ray and CT scans.
Like most titanium implants, they are designed to stay in forever. However, if they ever cause discomfort after the bone is fully healed, they can be removed in a simple procedure.
Once your incision is fully healed and your surgeon gives the okay, "water therapy" is a great way to start moving the foot without putting full weight on the plates.
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