Locking Clavicle Hook Plate 3.5mm Titanium Grade 5

The Locking Clavicle Hook Plate 3.5mm Titanium Grade 5 is an orthopedic implant designed to support fixation in selected injuries involving the clavicle and acromioclavicular (AC) joint region. Clavicle hook plates are commonly used in specific fracture patterns near the lateral end of the clavicle and in certain AC joint injuries where the hook portion helps provide mechanical support beneath the acromion. Implant selection depends on the injury pattern, bone anatomy, patient factors, and the treating surgeon's judgment.

Purpose and Orthopedic Applications

The clavicle, or collarbone, connects the sternum to the shoulder and contributes to shoulder girdle stability and movement. Fractures near the lateral clavicle and injuries affecting the AC joint may require surgical fixation when indicated by the clinical assessment.

A clavicle hook plate is designed to stabilize selected injuries by securing the plate to the clavicle while positioning its hook beneath the acromion. This configuration can help maintain the relationship between the clavicle and the acromion during healing. The Locking Clavicle Hook Plate 3.5mm may be considered for appropriate distal clavicle fracture fixation and selected AC joint disruptions, provided its design is suitable for the patient's anatomy and injury.

Locking Plate Design

The locking plate system is intended to work with compatible locking screws that engage the plate's threaded holes. This screw-plate interface can create a fixed-angle construct and support fixation stability when the implant is used according to its design specifications.

The hook component provides additional support in the acromial region. Correct plate positioning, hook depth, and implant sizing are important considerations during surgery. The exact plate length, number of holes, hook depth, curvature, and screw compatibility should be confirmed with the manufacturer's product documentation because these details are not specified in the product title.

Titanium Grade 5 Material

The product title specifies Titanium Grade 5, commonly known as Ti-6Al-4V, a titanium alloy containing aluminum and vanadium. This alloy is widely used in orthopedic implants because of its high strength-to-weight ratio and established use in medical fixation devices.

Titanium alloy implants can offer favorable corrosion resistance and biocompatibility when manufactured and processed to applicable medical-device requirements. However, implant performance also depends on the product's engineering, manufacturing quality, surface finish, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements. Buyers should verify the material grade and applicable documentation with the manufacturer.

Benefits in Orthopedic Fixation

The Locking Clavicle Hook Plate 3.5mm Titanium Grade 5 is designed to provide mechanical support during the treatment of selected clavicle and AC joint injuries. Its locking screw interface and hook configuration serve complementary roles in fixation, depending on the indication and surgical technique.

Potential benefits of an appropriately selected system include support for fracture alignment, controlled stabilization, and compatibility with a planned orthopedic fixation construct. As with all implants, outcomes depend on accurate positioning, appropriate patient selection, bone quality, surgical technique, and postoperative management. Hook plates may also cause subacromial irritation or discomfort and sometimes require removal after healing, depending on clinical circumstances.

Implant Handling and Surgical Considerations

This implant should be selected and implanted only by qualified orthopedic surgeons following the manufacturer's surgical technique and instructions for use. The correct plate size, hook configuration, and compatible screw system must be determined before implantation. Screws should not be assumed compatible based only on a nominal 3.5mm designation.

As a surgically implanted medical device, the plate must be supplied with appropriate manufacturer documentation, traceability, and applicable regulatory information. Sterility, packaging integrity, and expiry information, where applicable, should be checked before use. Single-use implants must not be reused or reprocessed unless the manufacturer explicitly authorizes such processing.

The Locking Clavicle Hook Plate 3.5mm Titanium Grade 5 is intended for selected orthopedic fixation applications. Before purchasing, verify the implant dimensions, hook design, screw compatibility, material certification, and regulatory documentation to ensure suitability for the intended surgical application.

Key Features

• Orthopedic fixation implant for selected clavicle and AC joint injuries.

• Designed for appropriate distal clavicle fracture fixation.

• Hook configuration intended to support the acromial region.

• Locking plate design for use with compatible locking screws.

• Specified 3.5mm locking screw system compatibility to be verified.

• Titanium Grade 5 material as stated in the product title.

• Ti-6Al-4V alloy offers a high strength-to-weight ratio.

• Intended for use by qualified orthopedic surgeons.

• Plate dimensions and hook depth should be confirmed with the manufacturer.

• Requires appropriate implant documentation and traceability.

• Use and handling must follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Product Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a 3.5mm Locking Clavicle Hook Plate used for?

It is designed for selected distal clavicle fractures and certain acromioclavicular joint injuries where a hook plate configuration is appropriate for surgical stabilization.

2. What is Titanium Grade 5?

Titanium Grade 5, also called Ti-6Al-4V, is a titanium alloy containing aluminum and vanadium. It is widely used in orthopedic implants because of its strength, relatively low density, and corrosion resistance.

3. How does a clavicle hook plate work?

The plate is secured to the clavicle using compatible screws, while its hook is positioned beneath the acromion. This arrangement provides mechanical support for selected injuries during healing.

4. Are all 3.5mm locking screws compatible with this plate?

No. Compatibility depends on the plate's hole geometry, thread design, screw specifications, and manufacturer system. Only screws confirmed as compatible should be used.

5. Can a clavicle hook plate be used for AC joint injuries?

A hook plate may be used for selected AC joint injuries when the surgeon determines that the design is appropriate. Treatment choice depends on injury severity, anatomy, and clinical findings.

6. Does a clavicle hook plate always need to be removed?

Not always. Removal depends on the patient's symptoms, healing, implant design, and the surgeon's assessment. Hook plates can cause irritation in some patients, so follow-up evaluation is important.

7. What specifications should be checked before purchasing this implant?

Confirm plate length, hole count, hook depth, screw compatibility, titanium grade certification, sterility status, and applicable regulatory documentation before ordering.