Flexible Tension Arms

7-1/2" (19.0 cm)Cloward Style Blade Retractor is a highly versatile instrument crafted for use in a variety of neurosurgical procedures. It is best suited for use in retraction such as that which is necessary in spinal surgery. The ribbed handle giving additional gripping ability and the angled blade design makes it easy to manipulate in the surgical field while keeping the handle out of the plane of surgery. Additionally this retractor is available in four different sizes 13.0 mm (no lip), 18.0 mm, 20.0 mm and 25.0 mm.

9.0 cm spread, hinged frameCervical Retractor is ideally suited for use in retractor of soft tissue and muscle layers in neurosurgical spinal procedures. This instrument can be used at the cervical spinal level in procedures such as laminectomies or hemilaminectomies. Additionally it is available with either a rigid frame or a hinged frame making it more effective at fitting into a variety of different sized patients and opens to a spread of 9.0 cm giving clear access to the surgical field.

6.0 mm distal tip, 7" (17.5 cm) Blount Knee Retractor is a specialized instrument that is made for use in arthroplasty surgeries. The long narrow portion of this can be slid above the capsular ligament at the joint. It can also be fit around knee implants and thus is suitable for use in knee revision.

hinged arms, 4x4 prongs, 12-1/8" (31.0 cm)Beckmann-Adson Laminectomy Retractor is a specialized instrument made for use in neurosurgical procedures, specifically those pertaining to the spine. This retractor has a long and slim design and features hinged arms from which 4x4 prongs extend. During laminectomy these prongs can be used to retract soft tissue and muscle layers form directly above the vertebral lamina and the ratcheting mechanism can hold the soft tissue out of way. Additionally this instrument is available in two widths 25.0 mm and 44.0 mm as well as in either sharp or blunt to accommodate a variety of surgical approaches.