Elastic Intramedullary Nail Instrument Set

Elastic Intramedullary Nail Instrument Set

The Elastic Intramedullary Nail Instrument Set is a minimally invasive, elastic fixation system specifically designed for long bone shaft fractures in children and certain simple fractures in adults. Its core philosophy is “biological fixation,” which stabilizes fractures through intramedullary multi-point support and elastic deformation rather than rigid compression.

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Technical Specifications

Why is the elastic intramedullary nail considered the “gold standard” for pediatric fractures?

1. Preserves blood supply: Intramedullary fixation completely avoids stripping the periosteum and soft tissues at the fracture site, maximally protecting blood flow to the fracture ends and creating an optimal biological environment for healing.

2. Allows physiological micro-motion: The elastic fixation permits beneficial, controlled micro-motion at the fracture site, stimulating callus formation and accelerating healing.

3. Surgery requires only two very small incisions (approximately 1-2 cm) at both ends of the bone, far from the fracture site.

4. Minimal and concealed scarring has negligible aesthetic impact, minimizing psychological burden for both children and parents.

5. Significantly reduces infection risks associated with traditional open surgeries while avoiding complications like tendon irritation or periosteal compression from plate fixation.

6. Preserves growth plates at both ends of the bone, ensuring no impact on future bone length or shape development.

7. Post-healing pin removal is equally simple and minimally invasive.

Clinical Applications:

Long bone shaft fractures in children: Especially transverse or short oblique fractures of the radius and ulna, humerus, tibia, and femur—this is the absolute first choice.

Select adult fractures: Suitable for simple fractures of the clavicle, radius and ulna of the forearm, and similar sites.

Pathological fractures: Such as fractures caused by benign lesions like bone cysts.

Conclusion

The elastic intramedullary nail instrument set represents a revolutionary tool in pediatric orthopedics. Its advantage lies not in providing absolute mechanical strength like plates or rigid intramedullary nails, but in its unparalleled biocompatibility and minimally invasive nature.

Key points: It is primarily indicated for stable fractures in the mid-shaft of the long bones. For fractures near the epiphysis, severe comminuted fractures, or obese adolescents with fully developed bones, its stability may be insufficient, necessitating consideration of alternative fixation methods.