Closed and locked intramedullary nailing has long been considered the “gold standard” to treat tibial shaft fractures in human long bones, such as femoral fractures. But bone nails for IM fixation require strong, ultra-pure rod and tube materials of the highest standards.
Highest purity and quality
Due to their frequent use in spinal fusion, to add extra support while a bone graft heals, the “gripping quality” and strength of pedicle screws is essential. Similarly, the rods, connectors and other parts of the implants must be of the highest purity and quality.