Stille-Luer Echlin Rongeur
Stille-Luer Echlin Rongeur
double-action, jaws 5.0 mm wide, angled, 9" (23.0 cm)
Still-Luer Echline Rongeur is an instrument ideally suited for use in orthopedic neurosurgical procedures. It is specifically designed for used in procedure involving bony areas such as the spinal cord and its vertebrae. This ronguer is slightly angled and is double acting. Additionally its jaws are 5.0 mm wide and it measures 9" long.
Stookey Cranial Rongeur
Stookey Cranial Rongeur
3.0 mm bite, 7-1/2" (19.1 cm)
Stookey Cranial Rongeur is a uniquely designed instrument for use in a variety of neurosurgical procedures that require access to the cranial cavity. This rongeur can be used to create or to enlarge a windowed area in the skull to increase access to the brain tissue in surgeries such as craniotomies. Additionally this instrument features a 3.0 mm bite that allows it to be used in grasping bony layers or other hard tissue fragments that need to be removed to increase visualization of the surgical field.
Swan Neck Gouge
9" (23.0 cm)Â Swan Neck Gouge is an instrument designed for gouging or removing particular sections of bone. Additionally it can also be used as a chisel with increased force applied to it to split bone or to scoop out segments to increase access to the center. A unique feature of this particular gouge is the swan shaped curvature that allows it to access difficult to reach areas without obscuring the surgical field and keeping the handle out the plane of surgery.
T-Handle Awl
T-Handle Awl is designed for use in orthopedic procedures. This awl is well suited for use in creation of holes in bone and other hard tissue. It can be used to enlarge holes itself or to create pilot holes that can be further enlarged by a drill or other instrument. The T-handle makes this awl easy to grip and manipulate manually and allows distribution of pressure to cleanly and evenly penetrate bone.
Taylor Spinal Retractor
6-3/4" (17.0 cm)Taylor Spinal Retractor is an instrument ideally suited for neurosurgical procedures requiring retraction of the spine. This retractor features a curved hook shape for grasping at the spine and an L-shaped handle that allows optimal control over the pressure and force being applied. This instrument is crafted for use in keeping the surgical field during spinal surgery open and accessible. This instrument is available in two different sizes making it easy to find a piece that is suitable for that specific surgical procedures and any surgeon preference.
Taylor Spinal Retractor Blade
1-1/4" (65.0 mm) wideTaylor Spinal Retractor Blade is a versatile instrument ideal for use in orthopedic neurosurgical procedures. This blade is an interchangeable part that can be affixed to a handle or base that makes it easier to handle. It features a butterfly style nut that allows it to be secured as well as a solid construction for even distribution of pressure during retraction. This instrument can be particularly useful in retraction during spinal procedures such as laminectomies or spinal decompression surgeries. It is available in 3" or 4" depth making it suitable for many different patients and surgical approaches.
Tear-Drop Style Suction Tube
tapered tube, malleable stainless steel Tear Drop Style Suction Tube is an ideal tool for use in almost any operating room and surgical procedure. A clear surgical field is imperative for successful surgical intervention regardless of the procedures but especially when working in such sensitive and delicate areas as in the brain or spinal cord. This suction device features a tapered tube and is made from malleable stainless steel. Additionally it is available in three different lengths 6", 7" and 8" and within each a vast array of sizes making it suitable for any patient need or surgeon preference.
Tendon Guide Forceps (Tendon Retriever)
Tendon Guide Forceps (Tendon Retriever)
double-action, serrated jaws with 1x2 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 1x2 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.
Tendon Passer
Tendon Passer
pointed tip, 6" (15.0 cm)
Tendon Passer is a unique instrument designed for the handling of tendons in a variety of surgical procedures. It is ideally suited for procedures such as repair of the flexor tendon to successfully move the proximal stump of the tendon to the finger or in many other tendon repair procedures such as of the patella. Additionally this instrument features a pointed tip that allows it to be used in general dissection to reach the specific area where the tendon or fragment of tendon is located. This passer is available in either a straight or curved profile making it suitable for a vast array of orthopedic procedures.
Townley Femur Caliper
Townley Femur Caliper
4" (10.2 cm)
Townley Femur Caliper is a measurement device intended for use in orthopedic surgical procedures. This instrument itself measures 4" long and is crafted for use in accurate measurements of the femur. These calipers features two parallel prongs which can be situation on either side of the femur and from the markings the width of the femur can be determined.
Twist Drill
Twist Drill
drilling depth 8.0 mm, length 5-3/4" (14.6 cm)
Twist Drill is a unique drilling instrument designed to create new holes to increase access to certain areas such as through the skull to the brain tissue. This instrument is crafted to distribute the force from the center of the drill point out and thus is ideal in creating new holes without the use of pilot holes. A variety of surgeries including craniotomies can benefit from a specialized drill such as this one. Additionally this instrument has a drilling depth of 8.0 mm and a length of 14.6 cm.
U.S. Army Pattern Chisel
straight, 6-1/4" (16.0 cm)Â US Army Pattern Gouge is a specialized instrument designed for removal of specific segments of bone. This gouge is designed similarly to a chisel but the blade portion features a curvature to it allowing it to be used to scoop up segments. The opposite end of this gouge has a rounded, flat end that can be used with a mallet to increase the driving force to effectively pierce through bone. This gouge is available in three sizes 6.0 mm, 12.0 mm and 18.0 mm making them well suited for larger bones in the spinal surgery and smaller ones for more delicate work on the skull.