Phalangeal and metacarpal fractures are the second and third most common fractures of the upper limb, respectively, after distal radius fractures. Together, they account for approximately 40% of all upper extremity fractures.
Neutralization screw fixation represents an advancement in the management of metacarpal and phalangeal shaft fractures. By combining stability, soft tissue preservation, and a minimally invasive approach, this technique addresses the key objectives of hand surgery: enabling early mobilization, promoting functional recovery, and reducing the risk of potential complications.
To facilitate patient flow management and reduce surgical lead times, Newclip Technics offers this screw system in a sterile single-use format: INITIAL S Inaxis*.
Each kit includes the instrumentation required for screw insertion and is intended exclusively for use in orthopedic and trauma surgery with Newclip Technics implants.
The implants in the Stand-Alone Screws range are designed for the fixation of fractures, osteotomies and bone arthrodesis in adults, and are appropriate to the size of the device.
Ready when you are!
*The screws are not included in the INITIAL S Inaxis kit and are available separately in sterile individual packaging.
INITIAL S Inaxis: your sterile instrumentation kit.
The INITIAL S Inaxis kit for Ø2.0 mm cannulated screws includes:
- Single-use handle
- T7 quick-coupling screwdriver – cannulated Ø0.8 mm
- Ø1.6 mm quick-coupling drill bit – cannulated Ø0.8 mm
- Length gauge and template
- Double guide (pin guide and soft-tissue protection sleeve)
- K-wires
The INITIAL S Inaxis instrumentation kit, mutualized between Ø3.0 mm and Ø4.0 mm screws to simplify use and operating room workflow, includes:
- Single-use handle
- T10 quick-coupling screwdriver – cannulated Ø1.3 mm
- Ø2.7 mm quick-coupling drill bit – cannulated Ø1.3 mm
- Ø3.5 mm quick-coupling drill bit – cannulated Ø1.3 mm
- Length gauge and template
- Double guide (pin guide and soft-tissue protection sleeve)
- K-wires
- 3 screw diameters: Ø2.0 mm, Ø3.0 mm, and Ø4.0 mm.
- Cannulated screws for guided insertion over the K-wire (Ø0.9 mm for Ø2.0 mm screws; Ø1.3 mm for Ø3.0 mm and Ø4.0 mm screws).
- Non-compressive design to provide neutralization and avoid bone shortening.
- Evolutive diameter to maximize cortical anchorage and optimize isthmus filling.
- Self-drilling and self-tapping properties: both the screw tip and head have been specifically designed to facilitate insertion.
- Double-thread design for improved surgical efficiency.
* The screws are not included in the INITIAL S Inaxis kit and are available separately in sterile individual packaging.
Key features of the INITIAL S Inaxis range.
- A screw design specifically developed for phalangeal and metacarpal diaphyseal fractures:
- Non-compressive design avoiding bone shortening
- Evolutive diameter adapting to the medullary canal
- Self-drilling and self-tapping features facilitating insertion
- Three screw diameters to accommodate various anatomies and fracture patterns (Ø2.0 mm, Ø3.0 mm, and Ø4.0 mm).
- Mutualized instrumentation for Ø3.0 mm and Ø4.0 mm screws, simplifying operating room workflow.
- Specific instruments designed to support the surgical procedure.
- A 2-in-1 instrument (differential depth gauge and template) for determining the appropriate screw diameter and length.
- Sterile single-use format, ready to use and suitable for emergency situations:
- No hospital sterilization costs
- Reduced risk of contamination¹
- Immediate availability: no waiting time for restocking
- Reduced operative time and costs²–³
- Easier traceability thanks to detailed labeling
- Ergonomic format adapted to instrument sets³
Mont et al. Single-use instrumentation, cutting blocks, and trials decrease contamination during total knee arthroplasty: a prospective comparison of navigated and nonnavigated cases. J Knee Surg. 2013;26(4):285–290. – (2) Shippert RD. A Study of Time-Dependent Operating Room Fees and How to save $100 000 by Using Time-Saving Products. Am J Cosmet Surg. 2005;22(1):25–34. – (3) Siegel GW et al., Cost Analysis and Surgical Site Infection Rates in Total Knee Arthroplasty Comparing Traditional vs. Single-Use Instrumentation. J Arthroplasty. 2015;30(12):2271–4.
