Charnley Initial Incision Retractor

blade rounded, no teeth, 6-3/4" (17.2 cm)Cloward Style Cervical Retractor is a uniquely designed instrument for use in spinal surgeries. This retractor is made for retraction of soft tissue layers such as a muscle and skin that directly overly the spinal cord, specifically in the cervical spinal area. It features round handle for ease in handling and manipulation as well as a rounded blade with no teeth for retraction. It is available in seven different blade sizes and can be purchased individually or as a full set including the body and seven pairs of blades.

7-1/2" (19.0 cm)Cloward Style Blade Retractor is a highly versatile instrument crafted for use in a variety of neurosurgical procedures. It is best suited for use in retraction such as that which is necessary in spinal surgery. The ribbed handle giving additional gripping ability and the angled blade design makes it easy to manipulate in the surgical field while keeping the handle out of the plane of surgery. Additionally this retractor is available in four different sizes 13.0 mm (no lip), 18.0 mm, 20.0 mm and 25.0 mm.

hinged arms, 4x4 prongs, 12-1/8" (31.0 cm)Beckmann-Adson Laminectomy Retractor is a specialized instrument made for use in neurosurgical procedures, specifically those pertaining to the spine. This retractor has a long and slim design and features hinged arms from which 4x4 prongs extend. During laminectomy these prongs can be used to retract soft tissue and muscle layers form directly above the vertebral lamina and the ratcheting mechanism can hold the soft tissue out of way. Additionally this instrument is available in two widths 25.0 mm and 44.0 mm as well as in either sharp or blunt to accommodate a variety of surgical approaches.

ball snap closure, w/ teeth Carbon Fiber Radiolucent Lateral Blade is an added component to be used alongside the cervical retractor for general purpose soft tissue retraction. All six blades are made from stainless steel and a ball snap closure making them a tight fit. Each blade also features teeth giving them added hold in retraction. They are available in variety of sizes making it possible to find a suitable blade for soft tissue retraction in a number of neurosurgical scenarios and approaches to the spinal cord. Additionally this instrument is radiolucent which allows it to be left in place during x-ray and can be seen through.