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The Tibia Locking Plate Narrow is a specialized orthopedic implant engineered for the stable internal fixation of tibial shaft fractures. The tibia, or shin bone, is the most frequently fractured long bone, and its superficial location makes a low-profile plate essential. This plate is designed with a narrow cross-section and an anatomical contour to fit the anteromedial surface of the tibia, minimizing soft tissue irritation and reducing the risk of implant prominence. Its locking screw technology creates a fixed-angle construct that provides superior stability, which is crucial for resisting the high bending and torsional forces that act on the tibia.
Tibia Locking Plate Narrow
TOOLMED
Product Description
The plate’s narrow cross-section is specifically designed to fit the anteromedial aspect of the tibia, a region with minimal soft tissue, reducing the risk of soft tissue irritation and implant prominence.
The plate is pre-contoured to match the natural shape of the tibial shaft, simplifying surgical placement and ensuring an optimal, secure fit on the bone.
The locking screw-to-plate interface creates a fixed-angle construct, which provides superior stability and is particularly beneficial in osteoporotic bone or comminuted fractures where screws might not hold in the bone alone.
The plate features a combination of locking holes and non-locking compression holes, giving surgeons the flexibility to use different techniques for compression or bridging, depending on the fracture pattern.
Crafted from a high-quality titanium alloy, the implant offers exceptional strength, biocompatibility, and fatigue resistance for reliable, long-term fixation.
The Tibia Locking Plate Narrow is primarily indicated for the stable fixation of fractures of the tibial shaft, including simple, spiral, oblique, and comminuted fractures.
It can also be used for certain fractures in the proximal or distal tibia where a narrow plate is suitable for the fracture pattern and patient anatomy.
The implant is also suitable for the treatment of non-unions and malunions (improperly healed fractures) of the tibia, providing the necessary stability for corrective procedures.
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The Tibia Locking Plate Narrow is a specialized orthopedic implant that belongs to the family of locking plates, designed for the fixation of tibial fractures. Its key distinguishing feature is its narrow, low-profile design, which is specifically tailored to the anatomy of the tibia. The tibia is a superficial bone, and a bulky implant can cause soft tissue irritation and discomfort. This narrow plate is designed to minimize this issue while still providing the superior stability of a fixed-angle construct, making it an ideal choice for a variety of tibial fracture patterns.
The primary application of the Tibia Locking Plate Narrow is for the stable internal fixation of tibial shaft fractures, including simple, transverse, oblique, and comminuted fractures. Its narrow design makes it particularly suitable for percutaneous plating techniques (MIPPO), where the plate is inserted through small incisions. This minimally invasive approach reduces soft tissue damage and preserves the blood supply to the bone, which is crucial for promoting healing. The plate's fixed-angle stability makes it an excellent option for fractures in osteoporotic bone or for non-unions, where a rigid construct is essential for a successful outcome.
The Tibia Locking Plate Narrow offers several key advantages for treating tibial fractures. The low-profile, narrow design reduces soft tissue irritation and the risk of implant prominence, which is a common concern in the tibia due to its superficial location. This can lead to less pain for the patient and a lower chance of needing a second surgery for hardware removal. The fixed-angle stability provided by the locking screws is independent of the bone quality, making the plate highly reliable. The plate's design facilitates minimally invasive techniques, which results in smaller scars, less blood loss, and a faster overall recovery.
The biomechanics of the Tibia Locking Plate Narrow are centered on providing a rigid, load-bearing construct that acts as an internal splint. The fixed-angle locking screws create a powerful unit with the plate, which is highly resistant to bending, torsional, and compressive forces. This "bridge" over the fracture site allows the bone to heal with minimal stress. Despite its narrow design, the plate's strength is sufficient for a wide range of tibial fractures. Its anatomical contour ensures that the load is distributed evenly, which promotes a high rate of bone healing while allowing for early weight-bearing in a controlled environment.
The implantation of the Tibia Locking Plate Narrow is typically performed via a standard open approach or a minimally invasive percutaneous technique (MIPPO). After the fracture is reduced, the plate is positioned on the anteromedial surface of the tibia. A dedicated targeting guide is used to drill and place the locking screws at the correct angles. The screws are then threaded into the plate, creating the rigid fixed-angle construct. Care is taken to ensure that the plate is properly positioned to avoid soft tissue irritation and to achieve optimal biomechanical stability.
Following a successful Tibia Locking Plate Narrow fixation, a structured postoperative care plan is initiated. Due to the high stability of the fixed-angle construct, patients are often able to begin early, controlled weight-bearing as prescribed by the surgeon. Physical therapy is a crucial component of recovery, focusing on restoring joint function and muscle strength. Regular clinical and radiographic follow-up appointments are essential to monitor fracture healing and ensure the implant remains stable throughout the recovery process.
The Tibia Locking Plate Narrow is a highly effective and reliable solution for the treatment of tibial fractures. Its innovative narrow design, which combines an anatomical shape with advanced locking technology, provides surgeons with a powerful tool for achieving stable, customized fixation. By promoting high stability with reduced soft tissue trauma, the Tibia Locking Plate Narrow leads to excellent clinical outcomes, a faster recovery, and a restored quality of life for the patient.
A narrow plate has a smaller cross-section and is specifically designed to reduce soft tissue irritation in the anteromedial aspect of the tibia. A standard plate is wider and typically used for more extensive fracture patterns or in cases where a broader fixation footprint is needed.
The tibia has limited soft tissue coverage, so a narrow plate reduces the risk of implant prominence and discomfort for the patient. It also facilitates minimally invasive percutaneous techniques (MIPPO), which can lead to smaller incisions, less blood loss, and a faster recovery.
This plate is suitable for a wide range of tibial shaft fractures, but the choice of implant depends on the specific fracture pattern, location, and severity. In some cases, a wider plate or an intramedullary nail may be more appropriate.
The plate is designed to be a permanent implant. However, it can be removed once the fracture has fully healed if the patient experiences pain or irritation from the hardware, which is a common issue with plates in the tibia.
With stable fixation, many patients can begin early weight-bearing. Full healing typically takes 3-6 months, with a complete return to normal activities and full function taking several months of rehabilitation.
