The Locking Distal Fibula Plates are advanced orthopedic fixation implants used for the treatment of fractures involving the distal fibula near the ankle joint. These plates are anatomically pre-contoured to match the natural shape of the fibula, ensuring accurate fit, stable fixation, and optimal restoration of ankle alignment.
The distal fibula plays a key role in ankle stability and weight-bearing function. These plates provide strong fixation for simple, comminuted, and osteoporotic fractures, helping maintain proper alignment during the healing process and reducing the risk of malunion.
The locking compression plate system allows secure fixation using compatible locking screws, creating a fixed-angle construct that improves stability and minimizes the risk of screw loosening. This is especially beneficial in weak bone conditions and complex fracture patterns.
Manufactured from premium surgical-grade titanium or stainless steel (depending on configuration), the plates offer excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term biocompatibility. Precision-engineered screw holes ensure accurate placement and reliable surgical performance.
These implants are widely used in orthopedic trauma surgery, ankle reconstruction, and veterinary orthopedic procedures for distal limb fracture management in both small and large animals.
The system is fully sterilizable and supplied in organized surgical packaging for safe handling and efficient operating room workflow.
Specifications Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Locking Distal Fibula Plates |
| Application | Distal fibula (ankle) fracture fixation |
| Plate Type | Anatomical locking compression plate |
| Location | Distal fibula |
| Screw Type | Locking screws |
| Material | Titanium / Stainless steel |
| Usage | Orthopedic & veterinary surgery |
| Function | Bone stabilization & fracture fixation |
| Design | Pre-contoured anatomical plate |
| Compatibility | LCP screw system |
| Sterilization | Fully sterilizable |
FAQs
Q1: What are these plates used for?
They are used for fixation of fractures in the distal fibula near the ankle.
Q2: Why is the fibula important?
It helps maintain ankle stability and proper joint alignment.
Q3: What type of screws are used?
They use locking compression screws for stable fixation.
Q4: Are these suitable for complex fractures?
Yes, they are designed for simple and complex fracture patterns.
Q5: Are they used in veterinary surgery?
Yes, they are commonly used in veterinary orthopedic fracture fixation
