Intramedullary Nailing Systems

The use of intramedullary nails has become the standard for many fracture types because of its many advantages. Synthes offers a comprehensive range of intramedullary nailing systems, as well as reaming products to address a large variety of fracture patterns in many anatomic locations.

Synthes is dedicated to providing products to improve current treatments in orthopaedic trauma surgery.

Please refer to the package insert for a complete list of indications, contraindications, precautions and warnings.

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Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail System (TFN)

The TFN permits an intramedullary approach for fixation of proximal femur fractures. When compared to single lag screw fixation, the TFN with helical blade exhibits improved resistance to varus collapse and rotational control of the medial fracture segment, yielding superior life to cut out.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Key Features & Benefits 11 mm h​elical blade results in reduced bone removal compared to a traditional hip screw Versatile system indicated for a number of fracture types in the femur Lateral entry point (6° lateral to greater trochanter) ideal for overweight patients, where piriformis fossa entry can be challenging Helical blade design provides superior life to cut out when compared to traditional hip screw Titanium alloy material used for improved mechanical and fatigue properties Indications The Synthes Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail (TFN) is intended to treat stable and unstable pertrochanteric fractures, intertrochanteric fractures, basal neck fractures, and combinations thereof. The Long TFN is additionally indicated for subtrochanteric fractures, pertrochanteric fractures associated with shaft fractures, pathologic fractures of osteoporotic bone (including prophylactic use) in both trochanteric and diaphyseal regions, long subtrochanteric fractures, proximal or distal nonunions, malunions, and revisions. Olecranon Osteotomy Nail The Olecranon Osteotomy Nail offers an alternative to fixing simple olecranon fractures and osteotomies of the olecranon. One size nail and end cap reduces inventory.​​​​​ Key Features & Benefits Easy, simplified reduction ​​​​Inserting and locking the nail prior to osteotomy allows quick realignment and fixation After the distal humerus case is complete, the only step left to obtain an anatomic reduction is to insert the end cap The system is designed to minimize step-off at the articular surface Stable thread connection between nail and end cap provide compression between fragments Reduced soft tissue irritation Nail buried inside the medullary canal Threaded screw head sits below the surface of the bone Stable, anatomical fixation Angled locking screws provide stability The screw heads contacting the nail, combined with the angled screws, prevent toggling of the implant inside the medullary canal locking the nail in space regardless of the size of the canal Indications Indicated to treat simple olecranon fractures and osteotomies of the olecranon. Please refer to the package insert for a complete list of indications, contraindications, precautions and warnings. Titanium Cannulated Lateral Entry Femoral Recon Nail (LFN)-EX The Lateral Entry Femoral Recon Nail–EX is designed to facilitate a lateral trochanteric entry site in the greater trochanter. A lateral entry site provides ease of access and reduces the chance of varus deformity. Key Features & Benefits Lateral trochanteric entry Enhanced distal locking options—oblique distal locking hole offers enhanced stability of distal fractures Nails feature helical flutes to facilitate insertion and removal Fully curved proximal end to respect lateral femoral cortex Shared instrumentation across the Expert Nailing System Indications The Lateral Entry Femoral Recon Nail–EX is indicated to stabilize: Subtrochanteric fractures Ipsilateral neck/shaft fractures Femoral shaft fractures Impending pathologic fractures Malunions and nonunions Please refer to the package insert for a complete list of indications, contraindications, precautions and warnings.