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The TOOLMED Veterinary ALPS (Advanced Locking Plate System) L-Type Plate is a specialized Titanium implant designed for fractures where standard straight plates cannot provide adequate fixation. The unique "L" geometry features a 90-degree offset head, allowing for multiple screw placement in small, transverse bone fragments while the long shaft provides axial stability along the bone. This system is part of our Advanced Locking Plate series, utilizing a "Biological" point-contact underside that preserves 60% more periosteal blood flow than traditional plates. Manufactured from high-strength Ti-6Al-4V Titanium alloy, the L-Type plate offers superior fatigue resistance and biocompatibility, making it ideal for the active lifestyle of feline and canine patients. Available in both left and right orientations across various sizes (1.6mm to 4.0mm), the TOOLMED L-Type system provides the mechanical security of a fixed-angle construct for complex distal limb repairs and pelvic reconstructions.
Veterinary ALPS Locking Plate System (Titanium) - L Type
TOOLMED
Titanium
1 Pcs
5-15 Days
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Product Description
The "L" configuration allows for two or three locking screws to be placed horizontally across a short bone fragment, providing maximum stability in periarticular fractures.
Available in dedicated Left and Right versions to mirror the anatomical requirements of the canine and feline limbs, reducing the need for extensive intraoperative plate contouring.
The scalloped underside ensures the plate does not "suffocate" the bone, promoting faster biological healing and reducing the risk of plate-induced bone atrophy.
Features a tapered thread interface that locks the screw head into the plate node, creating a rigid internal fixator that prevents screw loosening even in soft or cancellous bone.
Indicated for proximal humeral fractures where the L-head can be positioned across the humeral head, providing stable fixation for small animal patients with high activity levels.
The primary choice for pelvic fractures or iliac osteotomies. The L-shape is perfectly suited for the corner-like anatomy of the pelvis, providing multi-axial stability.
Applied in distal femoral fractures or corrective osteotomies. The L-type head allows screws to be placed safely across the femoral condyles without interfering with the joint surface.
Specifically indicated for distal tibial fractures near the hock joint. The L-head provides the necessary width to capture small distal fragments where a straight plate would fail.
| Product Name | Veterinary ALPS Locking Plate System-L Type |
| Material | Titanium |
| 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 |
The ALPS L-Type Locking Plate is a specialized internal fixation device for veterinary orthopedics. Its name stems from the distinctive 90-degree "L" shape of the plate head. Unlike standard straight plates, the L-Type provides a horizontal row of screw holes at the top of the plate, which is perpendicular to the vertical shaft. This design is critical for "periarticular" fractures—those occurring at the ends of long bones where there is very little space for multiple screws in a vertical line. By using ALPS technology, the screws lock into the plate nodes, creating a fixed-angle construct that maintains fracture reduction without requiring the plate to be pressed tightly against the bone surface.
This system is primarily applied in distal and proximal limb fractures in dogs and cats. Its most common application is in the distal humerus (supracondylar fractures) and the distal tibia. The L-shape allows the veterinarian to place screws across the epiphysis of the bone, providing a stable "buttress" for the joint. It is also an essential tool for pelvic reconstructions following trauma or corrective osteotomy. Due to its reconstruction-style nodes, the plate can be slightly contoured in three dimensions, making it highly versatile for the irregular surfaces of the pelvic girdle and distal joints.
The primary advantage of the TOOLMED ALPS L-Type plate is its "biological" footprint. The scalloped point-contact underside preserves the blood supply to the bone, which is the most critical factor in avoiding non-union in small animal fractures. Additionally, the Titanium alloy construction is significantly more biocompatible than stainless steel, reducing the risk of implant rejection or infection. The fixed-angle locking mechanism provides superior pull-out strength in the thin cortical bone of small breeds, ensuring that the fracture stays reduced even if the animal is active during the early healing phase.
Biomechanically, the L-Type plate acts as an internal fixator that converts shear forces into compressive forces across the plate-screw construct. The 90-degree head allows for "multi-planar" fixation; by placing screws at a 90-degree offset to the shaft, the construct can resist torsional (twisting) forces much more effectively than a straight plate. The Titanium material provides a modulus of elasticity that is more harmonious with canine and feline bone than steel, which minimizes "stress shielding" and ensures that the healing bone is subjected to enough stress to maintain its density and strength.
The technique begins with the selection of the correct orientation (Left or Right) based on the surgical site. The surgeon contours the plate using ALPS bending irons to match the bone's unique shape. The L-head is positioned over the distal or proximal fragment. A locking drill guide is used to ensure perfect alignment for the 2.4mm or 3.2mm screws. The head screws are typically inserted first to stabilize the small fragment, followed by the shaft screws. Because it is a locking system, the plate does not need to perfectly "sit" on the bone; a small gap is often left to preserve the periosteum, according to "biological" plating principles.
Postoperative care for the veterinary patient includes restricted activity for 6–8 weeks. For the instrument set, care involves a strict sterilization protocol. After surgery, the L-plates (if not used) and the bending tools must be cleaned. Special attention is required for the locking nodes of the plate to ensure no biological tissue remains in the threads. The instruments are cleaned with enzymatic solutions and an ultrasonic bath before being steam-sterilized at 134°C. Titanium L-plates are strictly single-use implants; once a plate has been bent for a specific patient, its fatigue life is established and it should never be re-contoured or reused.
The TOOLMED ALPS L-Type Locking Plate System is a vital addition to any veterinary orthopedic toolkit. By providing specialized geometry for corner-bone fractures combined with the biological benefits of Titanium locking technology, it ensures superior clinical outcomes for complex feline and canine reconstructions.
The "L" bend is oriented to follow the natural curvature and surface area of either the left or right limb, ensuring that the screw heads remain as low-profile as possible under the skin.
Yes, we offer 1.6mm and 2.0mm L-Type plates that are specifically sized for feline anatomy and toy-breed dogs.
It prevents the plate from acting like a "tourniquet" on the bone. By only touching at small points, it allows blood to flow under the plate, which is essential for the bone to heal and stay healthy.
Titanium has a "spring-back" effect. You must bend it slightly further than the desired shape to achieve the final contour. Our specialized ALPS bending irons are designed to make this process easy.
Yes, all ALPS nodes are "universal" and can accept both locking and standard cortical screws, depending on whether you need compression or fixed-angle stability.
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