FOOTPRINT Ultra and TWINFIX◊ Ultra Suture Anchor
Shoulder Arthroscopy/Soft Tissue Fixation
Overview
A lateral row solution for your rotator cuff repair from Smith & Nephew
Available in two sizes, 4.5 and 5.5, the FOOTPRINT Ultra PK anchor is intended for use in the lateral row in double row suture bridging techniques.
• Uniquely designed, inner plug adjustability means more precise fixation and suture tensioning of final repair
• Reduced suture slippage means less gap formation and rotator cuff displacement1
• Exclusive tap-in anchor design with offset barbed geometry threads means strong pullout and easy insertion.1
A two anchor solution for one precisely controlled solution
FOOTPRINT Ultra and TWINFIX◊ Ultra Suture Anchors
Reduce Cuff Displacement and Suture Slippage with a customizable repair By combining the individual strengths of each anchor product into one solution we’ve created a customizable repair that facilitates complete rotator cuff footprint control. Strong pullout strength in the medial row with suture security and the ability to tension in the lateral row means a solution that can help reduce cuff displacement and suture slippage.2
1 Akao, M., Aoki, H. and Kato, K., Mechanical properties of sintered hydroxyapatite for prosthetic applications. Journal of Material Science: 16, 809-812, (1981).
2 Data on file at Smith & Nephew. ITR-3679, 2008
Ordering Information
Ref # |
Description |
FOOTPRINT Ultra |
Suture Anchor |
72202901 |
FOOTPRINT Ultra 4.5 mm Suture Anchor |
72202902 |
FOOTPRINT Ultra 5.5 mm Suture Anchor |
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Instruments |
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72202621 |
3.8 mm Tapered Awl-Disposable |
72201915 |
3.8 mm Tapered Awl-Reusable |
72202116 |
3.5 mm Spade Tip Drill for use with the 4.5 mm Anchor hole preparation device for hard bone |
72201707 |
4.5 mm Spade Tip Drill for use with the 5.5 mm Anchor hole preparation device for hard bone |
72201450 |
3.8 mm Straight Awl-Reusable |
72202986 |
3.8 mm Straight Awl-Disposable |