Brand Tendon Stripper

round head

Brand Tendon Stripper is a crafted for use in alteration of tendon diameter in a variety of orthopedic procedures. Many procedures such a repair of tendons of the hand to restore function or reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament can benefit from this instrument. Additionally this stripper can be a key instrument in tendon grafting procedures as well as in modification during repair. This instrument features a round head and is available in a 3.0 to 6.0 mm diameter.

Bunnell Dissecting Probe

angular tip, 5-1/2″ (14.0 cm)

Bunnell Dissecting Probe is crafted for use in exploration during orthopedic surgery. It features a handle that taper at one end and features a pointed, slightly angular tip at the other. It can be used to explore areas that features many different types of tissue such as in the hand to navigate around the layers and access the areas of layers in question such as the tendons. This probe is hand crafted by certified instrument makers to conform to the highest standards in instrumentation.

Capsule Scissors

angled, 9-1/2″ (24.0 cm)

Capsule Scissors are a versatile instrument ideally suited for use in orthopedic surgical procedures of the joints. It is specially designed for use in handle and cutting the capsule of joints. This makes this instrument useful in a variety of procedures involving the shoulder, knee or other joint areas of the body that have a capsule. The sharp tips of these scissors allows a clean and effective cut and the angle at which the jaws are set allow them to access deeper more difficult to reach regions.

Caroll Tendon Pulling Forceps

curved shaft, alligator type, 2.0 mm x 8.0 mm serrated jaws, 5-1/2″ (14.0 cm) overall length

Caroll Tendon Pulling Forceps are ideally suited for use in orthopedic procedures. Specifically they can be used to repair torn or disconnected tendons or can be used to keep a hold of a tendon as a muscle is being manipulated throughout surgery. This forceps can be used in procedures such as tendon transfer of the hand to regain lost hand function or to repair a complete tear of the patellar tendon. This instrument features a curved shaft with serrated jaws and is of the alligator type which gives it unparalleled reach for accessing tendon in a variety of locations.

Kleinert-Kutz Tendon Retriever

flexible serrated jaws w/ 1×2 teeth, shaft length of 5-1/8″ (13.0 cm)

Kleiner-Kutz Tendon Retriever is a uniquely designed instrument for use in grasping tendons from a distance and moving them or pulling them through an already made incisions. This instrument features a shaft that is 5 1/8 ” long that is very slim making it able to fit through very small areas. Additionally the jaws are flexible and serrated with 1×2 teeth that allows it to clamp onto tissue areas as they are manipulated without causing damage but effectively keeping them within its hold. This instrument is available in two sizes: small with a shaft diameter of 2.0 cm and large with a shaft diameter of 2.5 mm.

Larsen Tendon Forceps

4″ (10.2 cm)

Larsen Tendon Forceps are a specialized instrument made for use in orthopedic surgeries. These forceps have a tweezer profile that features a ribbed middle section that allows for effective gripping and maintenance of hold. Additionally at the end each of the prongs is a crescent shaped jaw area that can be used to fit around the circumference of a tendon and grip it most effectively. These forceps are available in three widths 2.0 mm, 4.0 mm and 5.0 mm making it highly versatile and useful in a variety of tendon surgeries ranging from the Achilles to the tendons of the hand.

Preston Ligamentum Flavum Forceps

serrated, 1×2 teeth, 7-1/4″ (18.4 cm)

Preston Ligamentum Flavum Forceps are ideally suited for use in neurosurgical procedures. This instrument is specifically crafted for use in handling the ligamentum flavum which connect adjacent vertebral laminae. Procedures to treat thickening or hypertrophy of the ligamentum flavum in cases of lumbar spinal stenosis can benefit from equipment such as these forceps to appropriately handle the ligamentum flavum. Additionally the serrated 1×2 teeth of this instrument makes it better able to grip the delicate tissue layers without causing damage.

Tendon Guide Forceps (Tendon Retriever)

double-action, serrated jaws with 1×2 teeth, 8″ (20.0 cm)

Tendon Guide Forceps are a unique instrument crafted for use in surgical procedures that require handling and manipulation of tendons. It is also known as a tendon retriever. These forceps are double-action and features serrated jaws with 1×2 teeth which allow it adequate hold on the tendon as it moves it around and repositions it. This can be used in a variety of orthopedic surgeries that require tendon grafting or other maneuvers of the tendon such as in patellar tendon surgery. These forceps are 8″ and are available in either a straight or curved jaw.