The implants in the Alians Elbow S range are intended for the fixation of distal humerus and proximal ulna fractures and osteotomies in adults.
Treating elbow fractures is a true challenge, particularly due to the anatomical complexity of the region and the presence of surrounding soft tissues. The most common causes of these fractures include falls in elderly osteoporotic patients and high-energy trauma in younger patients.
Intra-articular fractures require stable joint reconstruction, which can be especially complex in osteoporotic patients. In recent years, dual plating (180° parallel or 90° perpendicular configuration) has become the treatment of choice for distal humerus fractures, in order to simultaneously support the medial and lateral columns. The latest generations of anatomically locked plates enhance primary stability and provide better control of the reduction, allowing for earlier mobilization.
For the reduction of extra-articular fractures, so-called “Y” plates are an alternative to dual plating, while still ensuring stabilization of both columns.
The treatment of olecranon fractures also requires a stable anatomical reduction, with respect for soft tissues and preservation of the extensor mechanism to allow for rapid mobilization. These fractures can be simple or complex, isolated, or associated with a distal humerus fracture.
Optimizing the management of elbow fractures and osteotomies
with a complete range of plates.
To address intra-articular fractures with a perpendicular (90°) construct, combine:
Medial plate (symmetric, 4 sizes):
• Medial positioning
• Medio-lateral orientation of the distal screws
Postero-lateral plate (asymmetric, 5 sizes) featuring a removable lateral extension to reinforce the construct and support the lateral column if needed:
• Dorsal positioning
• Postero-anterior and latero-medial orientation of the distal screws
To address intra-articular fractures with a parallel (180°) construct, combine:
Medial plate (symmetric, 4 sizes):
• Medial positioning
• Provides a medio-lateral orientation of the distal screws
Lateral plate (asymmetric, 5 sizes):
• Lateral positioning
• Latero-medial orientation of the distal screws
The Y-plates from our Alians Elbow S range have been designed to address supracondylar (or extra-articular) fractures, while maintaining support for both the medial and lateral columns. The medial distal branch is removable if the patient’s anatomy requires it.
The Alians Elbow S range also includes various plates designed to treat simple and complex olecranon fractures:
Standard fracture plates (asymmetrical, 3 sizes & symmetrical, 1 size):
• Two hooks that insert into the olecranon mass to facilitate fracture reduction and improve stability by minimizing stress on the triceps tendon
• A transfixing screw oriented toward the base of the coronoid and crossing the fracture line to enhance construct stability and create compression
Complex fracture plates (asymmetrical, 1 size & symmetrical, 1 size):
• Buttress effect provided by the plate extension along the tip of the olecranon (no hooks)
• Two polyaxial holes at the end of the plate to reach extra-proximal fragments at the tip of the olecranon
• A transfixing screw oriented toward the base of the coronoid and crossing the fracture line to enhance construct stability and create compression
A dedicated cutting guide designed to perform the osteotomies required for an olecranon osteotomy surgical approach.
Key strengths of the Alians Elbow S range?
- A comprehensive range dedicated to the fixation of simple and complex fractures, as well as elbow osteotomies
- Anatomically contoured plates designed to respect joint structure
- A selection of plates adapted to various surgical philosophies and allowing for different types of configurations (Y, 90°, 180°)
- A patented polyaxial locking system, Dualtec System®, to reach bone fragments from different angles and avoid conflicts with screws from other plates
- Dedicated instrumentation to guide the transolecranon approach
The ONE Platform.
ONE is the patient-specific correction guide solution designed to assist you in the 2D and 3D planning of your surgeries, as well as in performing your osteotomies. The manufacturing of our patient-specific cutting guides is the result of close collaboration between surgeons and Newclip Technics, to best meet surgical needs and support the surgeon throughout every step. These solutions are developed based on clinical imaging data to optimize anatomical congruence between the implant and bone tissue.
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