Michael Barbella, Managing Editor06.07.22
OrthoPediatrics Corp. has introduced its new PediFlex Advanced Interlock Clamp System in limited U.S. markets.
The Interlock Clamp offering is an innovation that transforms the PediFlex Advanced surgical system, as it provides surgeons with all needed options when using stable, elastic intramedullary nail to treat fractures in children, according to the company. Compatible in sizes 1.5mm to 4.5mm in both stainless steel and titanium, the Clamps are designed to solve an unmet implant need to prevent problems associated with unwanted nail stability and migration. The system is available immediately through a limited commercial launch in the U.S., with a full, global launch planned for later this year. Traditional flexible nailing has existed in pediatric orthopedic fracture care for more than 40 years; this innovation has evolved the use of flexible nailing in pediatrics.
“Unwanted flexible nail migration can be a problem for pediatric patients and surgeons," said Joe Hauser, senior vice president and general manager of OrthoPediatrics. "OrthoPediatrics developed the Interlock Clamps (ILC) to address this challenge and help surgeons obtain the desired fixation for kids with fractures. The ILC system was developed by a team of pediatric orthopedic surgeons who sought to solve an unmet need while creating something novel in a space that has seen very little innovation. The goals of this project were consistent with OP goals to improve the lives of children around the world.”
Founded in 2006, OrthoPediatrics is focused exclusively on advancing pediatric orthopedics. Its product offering includes 37 surgical systems that serve three of the largest categories within the pediatric orthopedic market. This product offering spans trauma and deformity, scoliosis, and sports medicine/other procedures. OrthoPediatrics distributes its products in the United States and 45 countries outside the United States.
The Interlock Clamp offering is an innovation that transforms the PediFlex Advanced surgical system, as it provides surgeons with all needed options when using stable, elastic intramedullary nail to treat fractures in children, according to the company. Compatible in sizes 1.5mm to 4.5mm in both stainless steel and titanium, the Clamps are designed to solve an unmet implant need to prevent problems associated with unwanted nail stability and migration. The system is available immediately through a limited commercial launch in the U.S., with a full, global launch planned for later this year. Traditional flexible nailing has existed in pediatric orthopedic fracture care for more than 40 years; this innovation has evolved the use of flexible nailing in pediatrics.
“Unwanted flexible nail migration can be a problem for pediatric patients and surgeons," said Joe Hauser, senior vice president and general manager of OrthoPediatrics. "OrthoPediatrics developed the Interlock Clamps (ILC) to address this challenge and help surgeons obtain the desired fixation for kids with fractures. The ILC system was developed by a team of pediatric orthopedic surgeons who sought to solve an unmet need while creating something novel in a space that has seen very little innovation. The goals of this project were consistent with OP goals to improve the lives of children around the world.”
Founded in 2006, OrthoPediatrics is focused exclusively on advancing pediatric orthopedics. Its product offering includes 37 surgical systems that serve three of the largest categories within the pediatric orthopedic market. This product offering spans trauma and deformity, scoliosis, and sports medicine/other procedures. OrthoPediatrics distributes its products in the United States and 45 countries outside the United States.