Smith+Nephew Launches Trigen Max Tibia Nailing System

Smith+Nephew has launched its new Trigen Max tibia nailing system for stable and unstable tibia fractures, including the shaft.

According to the company, it’s the only system that provides trauma surgeons with the choice of side-specific nails for anatomic screw trajectories, which help optimize fragment fixation and minimize soft tissue irritation with headless and low-profile screw options.

Trigen Max’s two-piece modular drop system helps when using ancillary instruments and aids visualization. A 12.5 mm channel reamer for the tibia was designed to preserve the entry point’s integrity and protect soft tissue. 5 mm lag screws compress the fracture in one screw insertion step.

Joseph R. Hsu, MD, Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon at Atrium Health in Charlotte, N.C. said Trigen Max allows the ability to reach fractures he never imagined treating with an intramedullary nail.

“…but we’re there now,” said Dr. Hsu told the press. “It’s not just a nail, it’s a platform that allows us to rethink how we approach complex injuries. Most importantly, it makes those treatments reproducible. What’s especially exciting is that the TRIGEN MAX system represents a truly patient-centered approach; from the design of the instruments to the implants themselves, it’s all about optimizing recovery and addressing each patient’s unique anatomy and potential complications.”

The first case using Trigen Max was completed last week, marking a significant advancement in lower extremity trauma care, said Mark McMahan, VP of Trauma & Extremities Marketing at Smith+Nephew.

“By focusing on both implant innovation and instrumentation, we’re delivering a smarter, more adaptable solution for today’s orthopedic challenges,” McMahan said.

Earlier this month, the company introduced a new medial stabilized insert for its Legion total knee system. The medial stabilized design is intended to maintain stability with a larger anterior medial lip and medial pivot kinematics—similar to the biological knee.