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SMART CORRECTION®
EXTERNAL FIXATOR SYSTEMSURGICAL TECHNIQUE
© 2021 WishBone Medical, Inc.
Introduction
Indications & Contraindications .................................................................................................................................................... 4
System Components ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5-8
Case Examples ................................................................................................................................................................................. 9-13
Surgical Technique
Long Bone ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14-28
X-Ray Imaging ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Software .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 30-56
Foot Frame ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 57-67
Strut Exchange............................................................................................................................................................................ 68-70
Hardware Removal ..................................................................................................................................................................... 71-72
Case Layouts
......................................................................................................... 73-75
TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 3
Smart Correction®
EXTERNAL FIXATOR SYSTEMIntroduction
1. Eren, Ilker & Eralp, Levent & Kocaoğlu, Mehmet. (2013). Comparative clinical study on deformity correction accuracy of different external fixators. International orthopaedics. 37. 10.1007/s00264-013-2116-x.
The WishBone Medical Smart Correction® System is intended for use in pediatric subgroups (except newborns)
and adult patients for the treatment of open and closed fractures, arthrodesis and pseudoarthrosis of long bones,
limb lengthening, deformity and angular correction, bony or soft tissue defect correction and malunions.
Smart Correction consists of hexapod fixator elements, surgical instruments, and a copyrighted web-based software
application for deformity correction and fracture reduction.
Eren, et al in the Journal of International Orthopaedics (SICOT)1 reported, “The SC fixator demonstrates higher
deformity correction accuracy than an Ilizarov external fixator.” Smart Correction offers a wide variety of wire and pin
fixation choices as well as the lowest profile ring offered at 6mm. The technology creates a strong but lightweight
frame for enhanced patient comfort.
The system provides easy assembly, mechanical stability and precise correction in all planes via web-based software
www.Click2Correct.com.
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 4
TABLE OF CONTENTSINTENDED USE
INDICATIONS
The Smart Correction® System is indicated for the following:
• Joint contracture resulting in loss of range of motion
• Fractures and disease which generally may result in joint contractures or loss of range of motion
• Fractures requiring distraction
• Open and closed fracture fixation, including fractures of long bones (intracapsular, intertrochanteric, supracondylar, condylar)
• Correction of bony or soft tissue defects
• Correction of bony or soft tissue deformities
• Joint arthrodesis
• Infected fractures or nonunions
• Limb lengthening by epiphyseal or metaphyseal distraction
• Pseudoarthrosis of long bones
CONTRAINDICATIONS
• Patients who are unwilling or incapable of following postoperative care instructions or materials. Express Strut prescription is to be made at the surgeon’s discretion. Patients that may attempt unauthorized adjustments and patients with mental, physical, or neurological conditions which may impair the ability to cooperate with the postoperative regimen may not be suitable for use of these devices.
• Not intended for spine applications.
For product information, including indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions and potential adverse effects, as well as Patient Instructions for Use, visit WishBone Medical’s Instructions for Use page online: www.WishBoneMedical.com/IFU.
Software is not validated for use with foot frames at this time.
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 5
TABLE OF CONTENTSCOMPONENTS
Strut Type Range (mm)
Dual Joint Standard Strut, XX Short 60 75
Dual Joint Standard Strut, X Short 75 95
Dual Joint Standard Strut, Short 90 125
Dual Joint Standard Strut, Medium 115 175
Dual Joint Standard Strut, Long 165 275
Dual Joint Express Strut, XX Short 80 95
Dual Joint Express Strut, X Short 100 120
Dual Joint Express Strut, Short 115 150
Dual Joint Express Strut, Medium 140 200
Dual Joint Express Strut, Long 190 300
Warning: Express Strut prescription is to be made at
the surgeon's discretion. Patients that may attempt
unauthorized adjustments and patients with mental,
physical, or neurological conditions which may impair the
ability to cooperate with the postoperative regimen may not
be suitable for use of these devices.
Rings• Low-profile aluminum (6mm full rings, 8mm partial rings)
• Concentric dual holes allow optimal wire and half pin positioning
• Modular: Full Ring, 2/3 Ring, 1/3 Ring, Foot Ring available with inner diameters between 105mm and 240mm in 15mm size increments
• Modular ring constructs can be connected via 1/3 and 2/3 Rings of the same diameter, using the 1/3-2/3 Ring Connector, 20mm Connection Bolts, and Standard Nuts. The partial rings may be removed during the correction lifespan to increase flexion as your patient heals
Free strut positioning allows surgeons to mount struts wherever needed on a ring; neither a mounting parameter, master tab nor a reference ring is required.
The Smart Correction® System Delivered Goods Form (LIT-DGF-SCEF) is available for ordering information.
Access the document online at www.WishBoneMedical.com/product/SC.
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 6
Half Pins• Available in self-drilling and blunt half pins with AO
Connection and a variety of thread lengths
• Sizes in 4.5mm, 5.0mm and 6.0mm diameters
• Universal 6mm shank design for attachment to clamps
WiresSmart Correction offers both straight and olive stainless steel
wires in 1.6mm and 2.0mm diameters with bayonet tips.
TABLE OF CONTENTSCOMPONENTS
Threaded RodsThreaded rods are used to provide additional structural stability to ring constructs.
They attach from one ring directly to another. The threaded rods are made from
stainless steel (316 LVM) in 60-300mm lengths.
Dual rod connectors are available in Short (20mm), Medium (40mm), and Long
(60mm) sizes. They may be used to assemble two threaded rods together that create
a total length of 300mm or less.
Wire and Half Pin ClampsSmart Correction offers Standard and Advanced Clamps, as well as cubes, for half pin fixation. Standard Wire Clamps are available for wire fixation.
Advanced Pin Clamps allow for more flexible positioning (height and biplanar angulation)
* Washers (Standard, Locking) are available for use at connection sites.
* Standard Nut and Long Nut are available for connection of clamps and threaded rods to ring.
Connection bolts are available for connection of cubes to rings.
Cubes for securing half pins above or below the ring
Standard Wire Clamp
Standard Pin Clamp
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 7
TABLE OF CONTENTSCOMPONENTS
Instrumentation
Single Hand Wire Tensioner
Fork Tensioner HeadTensioner Head
Drill Sleeve Handle
Drill Sleeve Guide - Long
Drill Sleeve Guide - Short
Trocar - Long
Trocar - Short
Short Drill Sleeve Guide: For half pins of 120mm and 150mm total length in all avail-able thread lengths
Long Drill Sleeve Guide: For half pins of 180mm total length and larger in all available thread lengths
10mm Hex Bolt Ratchet Wrench
Slotted Wrench
13mm Hex Bolt Wrench
10mm Hex Bolt Wrench
10mm Socket Wrench
Wire Cutter/Plier
13mm Hex Bolt: For tightening of Pin Clamps and Cubes
10mm Hex Wrenches For tightening of all 10mm hexes
8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench 10mm Hex Bolt Socket For tightening Shoulder Bolts to struts only
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 8
TABLE OF CONTENTSCOMPONENTS
Instrumentation (cont.)
USER-FRIENDLY SOFTWARE
Click2Correct™ Preoperative Planning and Templating Software offers
an intuitive user interface and improved measuring template library
through surgeon collaborations.* The web-based software is available
on most common platforms via www.Click2Correct.com.
Rod Cutter
(To be sterilized separately)
T-Handle with Jacobs Chuck
T-Handle for Half Pins (AO Connector)
AO Drill Bit 3.2 x 200mm (for 4.5 & 5.0mm Half Pins)
AO Drill Bit 4.8 x 200mm (for 6.0mm Half Pins)
Depth Gauge, 60mm
T-Allen Wrench: For tightening of set screw for cube assembly with half pin
T-Allen Wrench, 3mm/150mm
*Software is not validated for use with foot frames at this time.
CASE STUDIES
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 9
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
10 YO. Impact Injury, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
Pre-Op
Surgical Intra-Op
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
Post-Op
CASE STUDIES
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 10
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
17 YO. M, Operated Tibia Nonunion,Varus + Procurvatum
Pre-Op
Surgical Intra-Op
Post-Op
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
10 YO, M, 3 years ago Falling from high, Procurvatum + Varus Deformity + 4cm LLD
15 YO, F, Multiple Hereditary Exostoses, Genu Varum + 4 cm LLD
17 YO, M, Operated Tibia Nonunion, Varus+Procurvatum
7
CASE STUDIES
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 11
X YO. M, Acute Compression
Pre-Op
Post-Op
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
CASE STUDIES
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 12
17 YO. F, Bilateral Genu Varum
Pre-Op Surgical Intra-Op
Post-Op
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
CASE STUDIES
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 13
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
14 YO. F, Multiple Deformities
Pre-Op Surgical Intra-Op
Post-Op
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
Smart Correction®
Computer Assisted Circular Hexapod Fixator Case Examples
X YO. M, Acute Compression
17 YO, F, Bilateral Genu Varum
14 YO, F, Multiple LE Deformities
SURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 15
During preoperative planning, the proximal ring should be at least 5mm proximal to the fracture or osteotomy site.
Position the ring such that the fixation hole marked with #1 is placed as approximately anterior to the proximal segment of bone as possible in the sagittal plane (fig. 2).
The ring is placed perpendicular (at 90°) to the long axis of the bone. All rings should be placed such that the numbers are oriented right side up when viewed from the distal aspect (fig. 3).
Proximal Ring Positioning
fig. 1
1
Ring diameter needs to allow at least 2cm (two fingers) of distance between the skin and the ring circumferentially (fig. 1).
Ring Selection
With a design that enables efficient, precise calculations with unrestricted strut placement, Smart Correction allows surgeons to customize the frame to meet each patient’s needs.
Preparation
fig. 2
fig. 3
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 16
Wires are offered in standard and olive configurations in two different diameters: 1.6mm and 2.0mm.
Consider patient anatomy prior to selecting wire size and type.
Warning: Particular care should be taken that wires and half pins do not enter the joints or damage the growth plates in children.
Note: If using an olive wire, wire stopper washers are available for use. Insert the washer onto the sharp end of the olive wire prior to wire insertion.
Wire Selection2 Wire Placement Location3
Insert the wire under power perpendicular to the long axis of the bone (fig. 4). Wait until the wire is in contact with the bone before drilling. As soon as the tip of the wire penetrates the far cortex, stop the drill.
Once the wire exits the bone, drill or tap the wire through the remaining soft tissue. Be careful of soft tissues when advancing the wire. Once the wire is placed, the sharp tip should be cut off to prevent injury while ensuring that a sufficient length remains for tensioning (fig. 5).
Wire Insertion4
fig. 4
fig. 5
Consideration of neurovascular structures (safe zones) must be made when inserting half pins and wires.
Caution: Ensure sufficient fixation internal/external to the frame. It is recommended to insert a minimum of three points of fixation per circular ring and a minimum of four points of fixation per foot ring.
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 17
Position the proximal ring such that the fixation hole marked with #1 is placed approximately anterior. Select the location for placement of the first wire connector.
Proximal Ring Placement
fig. 6
5
While using the end of a 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench to maintain position of the clamp, use another 10mm wrench to tighten the nut (fig. 8). Fully tighten the nut opposite of where the tensioner will be applied.
Tightening Standard Wire Clamps7
Using the Standard Wire Clamp (fig. 6), connect the wire to the ring (fig. 7).
Note: Both inner and outer holes can be used for wires and half pins. For instances where two wire clamps may be used in holes beside each other, consider placing one clamp on the inner hole and one clamp on the outer hole to allow for more space for tensioning.
Wire Connection6
fig. 7A fig. 7B
fig. 8
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 18
Select desired wire tensioner head (Fork Tensioner Head or Tensioner Head) and attach it to the tensioner body by pressing it into the boss (fig. 9). Position tensioner over the wire from the tensioning side of the ring. Ensure tensioner head is in contact with the clamp or ring before tensioning (fig. 10).
The wire tensioner contains markings to indicate amount of tension from 0-125kg (fig. 11). Wires are recommended to be tensioned between 70-125kg.
Caution: If using an olive wire, consider the intended use of the wire within the correction and if a wire stopper washer was used prior to tensioning. Etched lines are present on the wire to indicate which side of the bone the olive is on.
Tensioning8
Tighten the nut to secure the wire clamp on the tensioned side of the ring (fig. 12).
Tighten Wire Bolt and Nut9
fig. 9
fig. 10
Using the Wire Cutter/Plier, cut the end of the wire leaving enough length to allow for additional tensioning on at least one side if needed (fig. 13).
Wire covers are available for patient comfort.
Wire Trimming10
fig. 13
fig. 11
fig. 12
f
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 19
Select appropriate size and type of half pin. Half pins are offered in self-drilling and self-tapping configurations in 4.5mm, 5.0mm, and 6.0mm thread diameters and 20mm, 30mm, 40mm, and 50mm thread lengths.
Consider patient anatomy prior to selecting half pin size and type. Washers (Standard, Locking) are available for use at connection sites.
Warning: Two locking washers should not be used at the same interface. However, a locking washer and standard washer or two standard washers may be used together. Advanced Pin Clamp Assembly
Advanced Pin Clamps can be attached to inner or outer ring holes using either standard or Long Nuts. However, most stable fixation is achieved with clamp placement oriented to the inside of the ring (fig. 14).
To achieve optimal fixation of bone fragments, pin angle should be no greater than 30° relative to the ring.
Caution: Washers should only be used between the bottom side of the ring and the nut that is securing the clamp.
Standard Pin Clamp AssemblyStandard Pin Clamps can be attached to inner or outer ring holes using either standard or Long Nuts (fig. 15). Cube Assembly
Cubes can be assembled to the ring via gold bolts (fig. 16A). If washers are used, longer bolt length may be required.
Insert pin sleeve through the cube, ensuring the line on the pin sleeve is aligned to the threaded holes on the cube (fig. 16B).
Once half pin is inserted into the bone through the cube, insert the set screw through threaded holes of the cube and tighten using the T-Allen Wrench to lock the half pin in place (fig. 16B).
Caution: Washers should only be used between the bottom side of the ring and the nut that is securing the cube. No more than two washers should be used at a single connection site.
Note: If washers are used with the cube, the 16mm connection bolt should be used. However, the cube hole closest to the ring should not be used for half pin connection.
Half Pin Insertion11A
fig. 14
fig. 15
fig. 16A
fig. 16B
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 20
Drill bits are available for predrilling for half pins. Drill Sleeve Guides and Trocars are available to aid with drilling and half pin insertion.
Thread the drill sleeve guide into the drill sleeve handle. From there, it can be used with half pins, drill bits, and trocars. There are long and short trocars for use with the long and short drill sleeve guides (fig. 17).
• Half pins (120mm-150mm): Use Short Drill Sleeve Guide/Trocar
• Drill bits & half pins (180mm & up): Use Long Drill Sleeve Guide/Trocar
• To aid in the alignment of the drill bit, half pin, and connector placement, the trocar can be placed directly through the connector to mark location for drilling (fig. 18). Following this, the connector can be moved out of the way so that the drill bit or half pin may be used through drill sleeve guide. When drilling or inserting half pins, the component should be inserted until bicortical bone purchase is achieved.
A depth gauge is available to aid selection of the appropriate half pin.
After predrilling, the depth gauge should be used such that the depth gauge body comes into contact with the bone and the depth gauge wire can be placed through the predrilled hole (19A). The hook at the end of the wire can grab onto the far cortex. The measurement indicated by the depth gauge reflects the appropriate half pin thread length (fig. 19B).
In the occurrence that the measurement does not correspond to a half pin thread length, the next largest half pin thread length should be chosen to ensure full thread engagement and that bicortical bone purchase is achieved.
Use power or a T-Handle to insert half pin. Tighten clamp to half pin.
Note: Pre-drilling is required for self tapping half pins. Pre-drilling for self-drilling half pins is recommended for hard, dense cortical bone.
Note: 3.2mm Drill Bit must be used for 4.5 & 5.0mm half pins; 4.8mm Drill Bit must be used for 6.0mm half pins.
Predrilling for Half Pins (Optional)
fig. 17
fig. 18
fig. 19A
11B
fig. 19B
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 21
Following the same method described in Step 11, insert a second half pin divergent to the first half pin (fig. 20).
2nd Half Pin12
fig. 20
Standard and Advanced Clamps can be attached to the ring using Standard or Long Nuts.
Cubes may also be used to attach additional half pins to rings. Attach cube to the ring using a connection bolt. Insert pin sleeve into the the hole where the half pin is to be inserted. Insert the half pin into the bone. Once desired position is achieved, secure the half pin to the cube using the 6mm set screw and a T-Allen Wrench.
Insert additional half pins or wires being careful to avoid planned location of struts.
Note: Ensure that the groove on the washer on the Standard Wire Clamp is aligned with the wire.
Trim excess length of wires and/or half pins using the Wire Cutter/Plier or Rod Cutter (fig. 21).
Half pin and wire covers are available for patient comfort.
Remaining Half Pin(s) / Wire(s)13
fig. 21
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 22
Insert the wire as outlined in Steps 4-10.
Insert Wire(s)
Align the Distal Ring
Perform Half Pin Insertion
Double Check Tightness of All Connectors
Place the Distal Ring14
15
16
17
18
14
fig. 23
Insert the half pin(s) as outlined in Steps 11-13.
All connections must be fully tightened using the 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench prior to strut placement (fig. 23).
Caution: Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is intended to be used to tighten Shoulder Bolts to struts. Use with other connector elements may not provide sufficient torque.
Ring diameter needs to allow at least 2cm (two fingers) of distance between the skin and the ring circumferentially.
The distal ring shall be aligned approximately parallel to the proximal ring.
Position the distal ring such that the fixation hole marked with #1 is placed approximately anterior (fig. 22).
fig. 22
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 23
Select the Appropriate Strut
Fix Struts to Ring
Both Express Struts (for rapid adjustment) and Standard Struts are available.
Warning: Express Strut use is to be made at the surgeon’s discretion. Patients that may attempt unauthorized adjustments and patients with mental, physical, or neurological conditions which may impair the ability to cooperate with the postoperative regimen may not be suitable for use of these devices.
Note: Size selection should be made with consideration of strut exchange (fig. 24).
The struts must be installed and fixed to the outer ring holes for software compatibility, in a rough triangular geometric configuration. The struts should be placed in pairs approximately equidistant around the circumference of the ring and secured to the ring using Shoulder Bolts (fig. 25).
Tighten Shoulder Bolts using two 10mm wrenches (fig. 26).
Note: It is recommended to tighten the Shoulder Bolts to 8Nm of torque. An 8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for Shoulder Bolt tightening.
The modular nature of Smart Correction allows surgeons to choose the final position of the struts, even allowing the struts in a particular pair to be separated by a number of holes for easy access to potential wound sites or skin flaps.
Note: Different diameter rings can be used in the same frame as needed. Full rings may also be combined with 2/3 rings or foot rings.
Note: A surgeon must use the recommended six struts if utilizing the Smart Correction Software.
Warning: Washers cannot be used at strut attachment sites.
19
20
fig. 24
fig. 25
fig. 26
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 24
Strut PositioningIdeal strut positions are shown in the tables below.
Note: Use Shoulder Bolts, 6mm (silver) on full rings. Use Shoulder Bolts, 8mm (purple) on partial rings.
Proximal Ring Size S1 & S2 S3 & S4 S5 & S6 Acceptable
Tolerance
105 mm 1 & 2 10 & 11 19 & 20 ± 2 holes
120 mm 1 & 2 11 & 12 21 & 22 ± 2 holes
135 mm 1 & 2 12 & 13 23 & 24 ± 2 holes
150 mm 1 & 2 13 & 14 25 & 26 ± 2 holes
165 mm 1 & 2 14 & 15 27 & 28 ± 3 holes
180 mm 1 & 2 15 & 16 29 & 30 ± 3 holes
195 mm 1 & 2 16 & 17 31 & 32 ± 4 holes
210 mm 1 & 2 17 & 18 33 & 34 ± 4 holes
225 mm 1 & 2 18 & 19 35 & 36 ± 4 holes
240 mm 1 & 2 19 & 20 38 & 39 ± 4 holes
Distal Ring Size S2 & S3 S4 & S5 S6 & S1 Acceptable
Tolerance
105 mm 25 & 6 7 & 15 16 & 24 ± 2 holes
120 mm 6 & 7 16 & 17 26 & 27 ± 2 holes
135 mm 6 & 7 17 & 18 28 & 29 ± 2 holes
150 mm 7 & 8 19 & 20 31 & 32 ± 2 holes
165 mm 7 & 8 20 & 21 32 & 33 ± 3 holes
180 mm 8 & 9 22 & 23 36 & 37 ± 3 holes
195 mm 9 & 10 24 & 25 39 & 40 ± 4 holes
210 mm 9 & 10 25 & 26 41 & 42 ± 4 holes
225 mm 10 & 11 27 & 28 44 & 45 ± 4 holes
240 mm 8 & 9 25 & 26 43 & 44 ± 4 holes
21
fig. 23
fig. 24
Proximal
(120mm shown)
Distal
(120mm shown)
TABLE OF CONTENTSSURGICAL TECHNIQUELONG BONE (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 25
Proximal 2/3 Ring Size S1 & S2 S3 & S4 S5 & S6
105mm 13 & 14 21 & 22 6 & 7
120mm 15 & 16 24 & 25 7 & 8
135mm 16 & 17 26 & 27 7 & 8
150mm 19 & 20 29 & 30 8 & 9
165mm 20 & 21 31 & 32 8 & 9
180mm 21 & 22 34 & 35 9 & 10
195mm 23 & 24 37 & 38 10 & 11
210mm 24 & 25 39 & 40 10 & 11
225mm 27 & 28 42 & 43 11 & 12
240mm 27 & 28 44 & 45 11 & 12
Posterior Open
Distal 2/3 Ring Size S2 & S3 S4 & S5 S6 & S1
105mm 6 & 7 13 & 14 21 & 22
120mm 7 & 8 15 & 16 24 & 25
135mm 7 & 8 16 & 17 26 & 27
150mm 8 & 9 19 & 20 29 & 30
165mm 8 & 9 20 & 21 31 & 32
180mm 9 & 10 21 & 22 34 & 35
195mm 10 & 11 23 & 24 37 & 38
210mm 10 & 11 24 & 25 39 & 40
225mm 11 & 12 27 & 28 42 & 43
240mm 11 & 12 27 & 28 44 & 45
Foot Ring Size S1 & S2 S3 & S4 S5 & S6
S - 105mm 9 & 20 19 & 14 13 & 8
M - 120mm 10 & 23 22 & 17 16 & 9
L - 135mm 11 & 26 25 & 19 18 & 10
Anterior Open
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Thread Appropriate Bolts
Adjust Strut to Distal Ring
Use Wrenches to Tighten Strut
Align the strut with the intended ring hole. Position the strut so that length indicator is visible (fig. 27).
Align Strut22
23
24
25
Thread the appropriate size Shoulder Bolt into the strut through the outer hole in the ring (fig. 28).
• 6mm Shoulder Bolts (silver) are to be used with full rings (6mm thickness) (fig. 29A).
• 8mm Shoulder Bolts (purple) are to be used with 1/3, 2/3 and foot rings (8mm thickness) (fig. 29B).
fig. 28
fig. 30
Repeat Steps 19-23 for each strut.
Use two 10mm wrenches to tighten the Shoulder Bolts (fig. 30).
Note: It is recommended to tighten the Shoulder Bolts to 8Nm of torque. An 8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for Shoulder Bolt tightening.
fig. 29A
fig. 27
fig. 29B
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Warning: Express Strut use is to be made at the surgeon's discretion. Patients that may attempt unauthorized adjustments and patients with mental, physical, or neurological conditions which may impair the ability to cooperate with the postoperative regimen may not be suitable for use of these devices.
Note: The Express Strut locking collar is designated by straight knurls.
Re-Tighten Each Bolt and Nut
If using an Express Strut, tighten strut locking collar counterclockwise until strut height is fixed in place such that no gross adjustments can be made (fig. 31).
Tighten Locking Collar26
27
fig. 32
28 Attach Strut ID Clips
fig. 33B
Ensure that Strut ID Clips are attached to the correct struts in order (the most anterior strut as 1). To prevent unintentional disassembly, Standard Struts and XXS Express Struts must have ID clips attached at the top of the strut (fig. 33A).
Strut length and position must be recorded and entered accurately into Click2Correct Software to ensure that desired prescription for correction schedule can be calculated and obtained.
Strut ID clip numbers should be in ascending order in the same orientation as proximal ring hole numbers (fig. 33B).
Verify that the colors/numbers and orientation of the ID clips are correct prior to using Smart Correction software.
All nuts and bolts should be fully tightened with the 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench. The 13mm Hex Bolt Wrench is available for counter-torque on cubes and pin clamps (fig. 32).
8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for final tightening of Shoulder Bolts.
Caution: Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is intended to be used to tighten Shoulder Bolts to struts. Use with other connector elements may not provide sufficient torque.
fig. 31
fig. 33A
Express Strut
Standard Strut
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29 Consider Mounting a 2nd Level of Fixation to Increase Stability
30
A full ring can be built above a previously affixed ring using a 2/3 and 1/3 ring of the same size with the 1/3-2/3 ring connector, 20mm (green) connection bolts (x2) and nuts (x2) (fig. 34).
Partial rings may be attached to the frame using struts or threaded rods in approximate equidistant position (fig. 35).
Nuts are available to be placed on either side of the ring-threaded rod attachment site.
Dual Rod Connectors (Optional)
If desired threaded rod length is unavailable, dual rod connectors may be used to connect two threaded rods together to create an overall length up to 300mm.
The threaded rods should be fully threaded into the connector such that the ends of the threaded rods are touching at the approximate center of the dual rod connector. Nuts are available to be placed on either side of the dual rod connector to assist with locking in place the position of the dual rod connector.
Patient Safety & ComfortPin and wire covers are available to place at the end of cut half pin and wires.
Sponges and sponge clips are available for use at anchorage insertion sites to aid with pin site maintenance (fig. 36). Sponges can be placed on the insertion site with sponge clips available to attach to the anchorage element to hold the sponge in place.
fig. 34
fig. 36
fig. 35
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Position the X-ray source over the center of the frame between the two rings.
X-Ray Positioning
It is important that the entire frame can be seen on the X-ray.
650mm-1500mm distance (A)
Record the number that appears closest to the X-ray source on both the proximal and distal ring at the time the X-ray is taken (F & G).
The Smart Correction® Frame Information Form (LIT-FIF-SCEF) is available for frame configuration and X-ray
measurement documentation. Access the document online at www.WishBoneMedical.com/product/SC.
Record the number that appears closest to the X-ray source on both the proximal and distal ring at the time the X-ray is taken (B & C).
Anterior X-Ray Measurements Lateral X-Ray Measurements1 3
Record the distance between the rings and X-ray cassette (D & E).
2 Record the distance between the rings and X-ray cassette (H & I).
4
SURGICAL TECHNIQUEX-RAY IMAGING
SOFTWARE USER GUIDE
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The Smart Correction® System is a copyrighted software-based, deformity correction tool. This external fixator, with its 6-strut construct, provides easy application, mechanical stability and precise deformity correction via weblinked copyrighted software.
The software facilitates deformity correction in all anatomic planes* (axial, frontal, coronal, translation).
Introduction
In order to accommodate a large quantity of information, detailed graphical images and proper sequencing of correction methods, each screen of the Smart Correction® Web Application is designed to provide an efficient user interface. To ensure the best possible experience with this site, we recommend the following display and browser settings.
Display Settings
Screen resolution of 1024 x 768 or higher.
Supported Browsers
Any HTML 5 compatible web browser.(Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome and Apple Safari)
Browser Settings
Must support 128-bit SSL encryption. JavaScript enabled. Cookies enabled.
Internet Connection
A high-speed connection is recommended.
Computer System Requirements
Note: In order to use the Smart Correction Software, admin approval must be granted. It is recommended to submit an application prior to the time that software is needed.
SOFTWARE USER GUIDE
*Software is not validated for use with foot frames at this time.
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Approved users can access the Smart Correction software using any computer or mobile device connected to the Internet from anywhere in the world. Simply visit www.Click2Correct.com to get started.
Account Registration
To register a new account,
select the Register button
in the top-right corner.
If a registered user previously opted to ‘remember me’ on their browser, a Go to Application button will display; when selected, users can return to the Click2CorrectTM Login Page.
Note: All aspects of Click2CorrectTM and Smart Correction software are handled electronically, from account registration to resetting passwords. All requests are accessed via the login page at www.Click2Correct.com.
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Complete the fields shown below. Please carefully review your information prior to submitting.
Account Registration (cont.)
After verifying user information, select
Register to complete registration.
Warning: In order to protect patient
information, do not share your username
or password information with others.
Verify Email
Upon registration, you will immediately receive a confirmation email from the system ([email protected]). Please verify your email address through the link provided in the email.
Note: If the confirmation email does not
show in your inbox, check the spam folder.
Alert will no longer appear once
email is verified.
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Once the account is registered, a profile link is created through the username.
User Profile
To change/update account information, click
on your name, then from the drop-down
menu, select Profile.
Upon logging in, you will be presented with a main dashboard displaying all of the current modules:
Patients | Cases | Images | SC® | Documents
Click2CorrectTM Dashboard
Note: For account issues, customer support contact information is located under the Documents page which can be accessed via the purple ‘i’ button.
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To request full access to the Smart Correction software, select the orange SC® button to begin the application.
Smart Correction Authorization
Fill out the application and submit for review.
An administrator will review the application.
Once approved for full access, you will be notified via the email previously provided.
Once the application is approved, you will see a Smart Correction tab on the home page.
Application Approval
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All parameters should be entered with both a magnitude and a direction. Where distance measurements are required, those numbers should be entered in millimeters, not centimeters.
The software will provide a prescription to correct the exact deformity you describe. Therefore, it is important to enter your data as accurately as possible.
You can advance from field to field within a page by using the tab key.
Advance from one page to the next by clicking on the sub tab in sequence or by clicking Next.
Data Entry Guidelines
To start a patient, click on the Patients tab.
Then, select the New button to proceed recording patient details.
Patient Tab
After clicking the New button or the Click here to add a new patient link (for the first patient record), the following form will appear.
Note: First Name, Last Name and Gender are
mandatory fields and must be entered to move
to the next step. After the information is entered,
the software will activate the Save button.
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After clicking the Add Case button or the Click here to add a new case link (for new case record), the following form will appear:
Add Case
Once the mandatory fields (Subject and Hospital/Company) are filled in and saved, add pictures.
The Smart Correction calculation will then be available.
After the case is saved, X-ray images should
be stored for preoperative planning and/or
Smart Correction calculation through the link.
The Smart Correction calculation will start
through the link.
Compatible file formats: JPEG, PNG or DICOM
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Add X-rays first: Fill the data fields and upload the X-ray image for preoperative planning and/or Smart Correction® calculation.
Scenario #1
Note: X-ray images should be
uploaded through the link.
Compatible file formats: JPEG, PNG or DICOM
To take measurements or excecute any preoperative planning works on the X-ray image, click on the image directly to open the preoperative planning interface.
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Scenario #2
Start Calculation
Click on the Smart Correction tab to
start correction calculation.
Title is to identify the case.
Extremity side must be selected to
correctly apply internal/external
rotation.
Surgery date will be part of the
prescription date.
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Select the appropriate proximal and distal ring sizes by clicking the down arrow on the drop down box. After each ring is selected, recommended strut fixation hole numbers appear in a drop-down box for each strut number. Smart Correction frame assembly flexibility allows for fixation hole numbers to be reviewed and corrected as necessary.
Frame Parameters
Proximal Ring Size S1 & S2 S3 & S4 S5 & S6 Acceptable
Tolerance
105 mm 1 & 2 10 & 11 19 & 20 ± 2 holes
120 mm 1 & 2 11 & 12 21 & 22 ± 2 holes
135 mm 1 & 2 12 & 13 23 & 24 ± 2 holes
150 mm 1 & 2 13 & 14 25 & 26 ± 2 holes
165 mm 1 & 2 14 & 15 27 & 28 ± 3 holes
180 mm 1 & 2 15 & 16 29 & 30 ± 3 holes
195 mm 1 & 2 16 & 17 31 & 32 ± 4 holes
210 mm 1 & 2 17 & 18 33 & 34 ± 4 holes
225 mm 1 & 2 18 & 19 35 & 36 ± 4 holes
240 mm 1 & 2 19 & 20 38 & 39 ± 4 holes
Distal Ring Size S2 & S3 S4 & S5 S6 & S1 Acceptable
Tolerance
105 mm 25 & 6 7 & 15 16 & 24 ± 2 holes
120 mm 6 & 7 16 & 17 26 & 27 ± 2 holes
135 mm 6 & 7 17 & 18 28 & 29 ± 2 holes
150 mm 7 & 8 19 & 20 31 & 32 ± 2 holes
165 mm 7 & 8 20 & 21 32 & 33 ± 3 holes
180 mm 8 & 9 22 & 23 36 & 37 ± 3 holes
195 mm 9 & 10 24 & 25 39 & 40 ± 4 holes
210 mm 9 & 10 25 & 26 41 & 42 ± 4 holes
225 mm 10 & 11 27 & 28 44 & 45 ± 4 holes
240 mm 8 & 9 25 & 26 43 & 44 ± 4 holes
Proximal
(120mm shown)
Distal
(120mm shown)
Next, select the appropriate strut type.
Each frame uses six struts. You can use any combination of sizes and strut family (Express or Standard) and any combination of ring type and sizes on a frame.
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After all the components (rings and struts) are selected and all the fixation holes are entered, the Save button should be clicked. The software will generate AP and lateral views of the fixator model for visual confirmation.
Proximal 2/3 Ring Size S1 & S2 S3 & S4 S5 & S6
105mm 13 & 14 21 & 22 6 & 7
120mm 15 & 16 24 & 25 7 & 8
135mm 16 & 17 26 & 27 7 & 8
150mm 19 & 20 29 & 30 8 & 9
165mm 20 & 21 31 & 32 8 & 9
180mm 21 & 22 34 & 35 9 & 10
195mm 23 & 24 37 & 38 10 & 11
210mm 24 & 25 39 & 40 10 & 11
225mm 27 & 28 42 & 43 11 & 12
240mm 27 & 28 44 & 45 11 & 12
Posterior Open
Distal 2/3 Ring Size S2 & S3 S4 & S5 S6 & S1
105mm 6 & 7 13 & 14 21 & 22
120mm 7 & 8 15 & 16 24 & 25
135mm 7 & 8 16 & 17 26 & 27
150mm 8 & 9 19 & 20 29 & 30
165mm 8 & 9 20 & 21 31 & 32
180mm 9 & 10 21 & 22 34 & 35
195mm 10 & 11 23 & 24 37 & 38
210mm 10 & 11 24 & 25 39 & 40
225mm 11 & 12 27 & 28 42 & 43
240mm 11 & 12 27 & 28 44 & 45
Anterior Open
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After the frame views are visually confirmed, the ‘Next’ button should be clicked. After the frame views are visually confirmed, the Next button should be clicked.
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Position the X-ray source over the center of the frame between the two rings.
X-Ray Positioning
It is important that the entire frame can be seen on the X-ray.
650mm-1500mm distance (A)
Record the number that appears closest to the X-ray source on both the proximal and distal ring at the time the X-ray is taken (F & G).
The Smart Correction® Frame Information Form (LIT-FIF-SCEF) is available for frame configuration and X-ray
measurement documentation. Access the document online at www.WishBoneMedical.com/product/SC.
Record the number that appears closest to the X-ray source on both the proximal and distal ring at the time the X-ray is taken (B & C).
Anterior X-Ray Measurements Lateral X-Ray Measurements1 3
Record the distance between the rings and X-ray cassette (D & E).
2 Record the distance between the rings and X-ray cassette (H & I).
4
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3 seconds after changing any of the field, the software calculates the template automatically. After the template is correctly built an X-ray image should be selected or uploaded.
Three seconds after changing any of the field, the software calculates the template automatically.
After the template is correctly built, an X-ray image should be selected or uploaded.
3 seconds after changing any of the field, the software calculates the template automatically. After the template is correctly built an X-ray image should be selected or uploaded.
The surgeon should ensure that both rings are in contact with the film cartridge, and that the X-ray target point is the midline joining the two nearest points of the rings. If there is space between any of the rings and the film cartridge, it needs to be measured during the X-ray imaging and entered as the clearance parameters (d) or (e).
All the numbers should be entered into each field on the screen below.
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X-ray image should be selected from the
pictures. If a new X-Ray image will be
uploaded, the ‘Upload’ button
should be clicked.
If the ‘Select’ button is clicked, this pop-
up window will appear.
X-ray image should be selected from
the pictures. To upload a new X-ray
image, select the Upload button.
If the Select button is clicked, a
pop-up window will appear.
X-ray image should be selected from the
pictures. If a new X-Ray image will be
uploaded, the ‘Upload’ button
should be clicked.
If the ‘Select’ button is clicked, this pop-
up window will appear.
Select the correct image for
calculation, followed by the Done
button.
Select the correct image for calculation and then the ‘Done’
button should be clicked.
A new X-ray image should be uploaded from the computer
through this window.
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Select the correct image for calculation and then the ‘Done’
button should be clicked.
A new X-ray image should be uploaded from the computer
through this window.
A new X-ray image should be uploaded from the computer through this window.
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After X-ray image selected/uploaded
When the X-ray image appears, it should be overlayed onto the
Click 2 Correct template.
Arrows allow circular movement to rotate.
The first bar is for sizing.
The second bar is for transparency
adjustment during the overlaying process.
If the x-ray image doesn’t fit on the
template, the highest point and clearance
values can be adjusted slightly.
When the X-ray image appears, it should be overlayed onto the Click2CorrectTM template.
If the X-ray image does not fit on the template, the highest point and clearance values can be adjusted slightly.
Arrows allow for circular movement to rotate.
The first bar is for sizing.
The second bar is for transparency adjustment during the overlaying process.
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After overlaying ends successfully, change the transparency to
full image view.
Locate and identify the individual bone
segment axises to be corrected. Align the two lines, by clicking on the`Mark` button
to bring the bone segment axis lines
into one axis.
The bone segment axises should be
positioned as mid-diaphyseal lines if there is no virtual
deformity correction requirement
Enter the distraction requirement to be
achieved at the end of correction period
Enter the rotational correction
requirement and its direction to be
achieved at the end of correction period.
After overlaying is successfully completed, change the transparency to full image view.
Locate and identify the individual bone segment axes to be corrected.
Align the two lines by clicking on the ‘Mark’ button and bringing the bone segment axes lines into a single axis.
The bone segment axes should be positioned as mid-diaphyseal lines if there is no virtual deformity correction requirement.
Enter the distraction requirement to be achieved at the end of the correction period.
Enter the rotational correction requirement and its direction to be achieved at the end of the correction period.
After overlaying ends successfully, change the transparency to
full image view.
Locate and identify the individual bone
segment axises to be corrected. Align the two lines, by clicking on the`Mark` button
to bring the bone segment axis lines
into one axis.
The bone segment axises should be
positioned as mid-diaphyseal lines if there is no virtual
deformity correction requirement
Enter the distraction requirement to be
achieved at the end of correction period
Enter the rotational correction
requirement and its direction to be
achieved at the end of correction period.
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Correction & Prescription
The software calculates a
recommended day number for 1mm
and/or 1° per day. It can be changed
according to user planning.
A starting day should be selected
accordingly and click on the `Calculate &
Save` button for prescription and to
save the case.
The prescription can be printed or e-mailed to
the patient.
Click the `Revise` button to revise/
correct all the parameters and re-
calculate the prescription.
Bone segment movement shows the
daily bone move distance per day in
millimeters.
The prescription shows the strut length
changes and strut type changes.
Correction and PrescriptionThe software calculates a recommended day number for 1mm and/or 1o per day. It can be changed according to user planning.
A starting day should be selected accordingly.
Click on the Calculate & Save button for a prescription and to save the case.
Click the Revise button to revise/correct any parameters and/or to re-calculate the prescription.
The prescription shows the strut length changes and strut type changes.
The prescription can be printed or emailed to the patient.
Bone segment movement shows the daily bone move distance per day in millimeters.
Correction & Prescription
The software calculates a
recommended day number for 1mm
and/or 1° per day. It can be changed
according to user planning.
A starting day should be selected
accordingly and click on the `Calculate &
Save` button for prescription and to
save the case.
The prescription can be printed or e-mailed to
the patient.
Click the `Revise` button to revise/
correct all the parameters and re-
calculate the prescription.
Bone segment movement shows the
daily bone move distance per day in
millimeters.
The prescription shows the strut length
changes and strut type changes.
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Revise Calculation Scenario #1: At the beginning of the correction
If revision day `0` is chosen, X-ray images will be kept for re-calculation and the `Deformity` tab will be in `Checked`. Any mistake the user wants to correct with data entry and /or any correction plan changes can be made.
Enter the day number of revisions you want to create. All the strut length parameters will be updated with the
values of the day of revision.
Revise Calculation
Enter the start day number of revisions to be created.
All strut length parameters will be updated with the values of the day of revision.
Note: Highlighted boxes within the prescription indicate when a strut exchange needs to take place. Red boxes indicate that an immediate exchange is necessary (refer to Strut Exchange section).
Scenario #1: At the beginning of the correction
If revision day ‘0’ is chosen, X-ray images will be kept for re-calculation and the Deformity tab will “checked”.
The user may also correct any mistakes with data entry and/or make changes to the correction plan at this time.
Revise Calculation Scenario #1: At the beginning of the correction
If revision day `0` is chosen, X-ray images will be kept for re-calculation and the `Deformity` tab will be in `Checked`. Any mistake the user wants to correct with data entry and /or any correction plan changes can be made.
Enter the day number of revisions you want to create. All the strut length parameters will be updated with the
values of the day of revision.
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Scenario #2: During the correction
If any revision day, (except for `0`), is chosen, X-ray images will not be available for this calculation and need to be updated. Because if a revision occurs during the correction, bone positions will be changed and x-ray images should be renewed for re-calculation. The `Deformity` tab will be `UnChecked`. The case will be like a new case except for the frame parameters.
Deformity page parameters will
appear be coming to be renewed due to
revision request during the correction
Note: Parameters within the
Deformity tab will reset to
“0” due to revision requested
during the correction.
Scenario #2: During the correction
Revise Calculation
Scenario #2: During the correction
If any revision day, (except for `0`), is chosen, X-ray images will not be available for this calculation and need to be updated. Because if a revision occurs during the correction, bone positions will be changed and x-ray images should be renewed for re-calculation. The `Deformity` tab will be `UnChecked`. The case will be like a new case except for the frame parameters.
Deformity page parameters will
appear be coming to be renewed due to
revision request during the correction
If any revision day (except for ‘0’) is chosen, X-ray images will not be available for this calculation and must be updated.
If a revision occurs during the correction, bone positions will be altered and X-ray images should be refreshed for re-calculation. The Deformity tab will be “unchecked” and the case will present like a new case, except for the frame parameters.
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Revision History All the revision records will be saved and the user may see all the details of the revisions on the `Start`tab. The last revision will be available to be deleted but the others will not be deleted.
Patient Transfer If the patient records need to be transferred to another Smart Correction software user account, the `Patient`tab will need to be clicked on main header and the `Double Arrow` button should be clicked. A user name or e-mail address should be written to transfer. Other users can be notified if the check box will be activated.
Revision History
Revision History All the revision records will be saved and the user may see all the details of the revisions on the `Start`tab. The last revision will be available to be deleted but the others will not be deleted.
Patient Transfer If the patient records need to be transferred to another Smart Correction software user account, the `Patient`tab will need to be clicked on main header and the `Double Arrow` button should be clicked. A user name or e-mail address should be written to transfer. Other users can be notified if the check box will be activated.
Patient Transfer
All revision records will be saved and the user may view details of the revision(s) in the Start tab. The latest revision may be deleted, but the user is not permitted to delete any earlier revisions.
To transfer patient records to another user account, open the Patient tab and click on the “double arrow” (>>) button. Then, enter the recipient’s Smart Correction® username or email address. The recipient will be notified.
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Preoperative Planning Interface Instructions
To access instructions for the Preoperative Planning Interface online, simply click on the Images tab.
ConsultationTo seek consultation from another approved Click2CorrectTM user, the case may be shared via the software. From HIPAA law perspective, the case can be shared without patient data attached. It can also be decided if the shared approved user may perform edits to the record.
Images that have already been uploaded to the users profile can be viewed, calibrated, measured, and edited.
Preoperative Planning Interface Instructions You can easily click on ‘i’ button to proceed instructinos of PreOperative Planning Interface online.
After you click the ‘i’ sign, the following screen will appear and you can choose the instruction topic from the right column of the screen.
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WishBone Medical, Inc. 100 Capital Drive Warsaw, IN 46582 USA
SURGICAL TECHNIQUEFOOT FRAME
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Select the appropriate proximal ring and slide over the affected limb (fig. 2).
Proximal Ring
fig. 1
fig. 2
1
Ring diameter needs to allow at least 2cm (two fingers) of distance between the skin and the ring circumferentially (fig. 1).
Ring Selection
fig. 3
Select the appropriate size of foot ring, ensuring to have at least 2cm between the skin and ring (fig. 3).
Select Foot Ring2
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*Software is not validated for use with foot frames at this time.
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fig. 4
3
Position ring so that the foot is centered and parallel (fig. 4).
Position Foot Ring
Wire Selection and Placement4
Insert wire under power through the posterior calcaneus in line with the foot ring (fig. 5).
Wire Insertion
fig. 5
5
Wires are offered in standard and olive configurations in two different diameters: 1.6mm and 2.0mm.
Consider patient anatomy prior to selecting wire size.
Note: If using an olive wire, wire stopper washers are available for use. Insert the washer onto the sharp end of the olive wire prior to wire insertion.
Caution: Ensure sufficient fixation internal/external to the frame. It is recommended to insert a minimum of four points of fixation per foot ring.
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Connect the wire to the foot ring using the Standard Wire Clamps (fig. 6).
Note: Ensure clamps are not at the end of the foot ring such that it can be closed off, per Step 7 below.
Wire Connection6
fig. 6
7
Foot rings must be closed off. To close off the foot ring, cubes should be attached to the hole closest to the end of the foot ring. From here, insert pin sleeve through cube holes, then insert threaded rod through the pin sleeves, securing with set screws (fig. 7).
Note: A 200mm threaded rod is suggested for use with all sizes of foot rings.
Warning: Foot ring must be closed off prior to tensioning of wires.
Close Off Foot Ring
fig. 7
Shown: Foot ring with cubes assembled with threaded rod. In certain circumstances, supplemental fixation should be considered. Construct design and weight bearing protocols are to be determined at the surgeon’s discretion.
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Position tensioner over the wire from the tensioning side of the ring. Select desired wire tensioner head ( Tensioner Head or Fork Tensioner Head). Ensure tensioner tip is in contact with the clamp or ring before tensioning (fig. 9).
The wire tensioner contains markings to indicate amount of tension from 0-125kg. Wires are recommended to be tensioned between 70-125kg.
Tensioning9
fig. 9
While using one box end of the 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench to maintain the position of the clamp, use another 10mm wrench to tighten the nut (fig. 8). Fully tighten the nut opposite of where the tensioner will be applied.
Caution: Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is intended to be used to tighten Shoulder Bolts to struts. Use with other connector elements may not provide sufficient torque.
Tightening Standard Clamps and Connectors
fig. 8
8
Caution: If using an olive wire, consider the intended use of the wire within the correction and if a wire stopper washer was used prior to tensioning. Etched lines are present on the wire to indicate which side of the bone the olive is on.
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Tighten the nut to secure the wire clamp on the side of the tensioner to the ring (fig. 10).
Caution: Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is intended to be used to tighten Shoulder Bolts to struts. Use with other connector elements may not provide sufficient torque.
Tighten Wire Bolt and Nut10
fig. 10
Wire Trimming11
fig. 11
Using the Wire Cutter/Plier, cut the end of the wire leaving enough length to allow for additional tensioning on at least one side if needed (fig. 11).
Wire covers are available for patient comfort.
Remaining Half Pin(s) and Wire(s)
Insert additional half pins or wires, being careful to avoid planned location of struts.
Caution: Ensure sufficient fixation internal/external to the frame. It is recommended to insert a minimum of three points of fixation per circular ring and a minimum of four points of fixation per foot ring.
12
Trim excess length of wires and/or half pins using the Wire Cutter/Plier or Rod Cutter (fig. 21).
Half pin and wire covers are available for patient comfort.
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Fix Struts to Outer RingThe struts must be installed and fixed to the outer ring a rough triangular geometric configuration. The struts should be placed in pairs approximately equidistant around the circumference of the ring and secured to the ring using Shoulder Bolts (fig. 13). Tighten Shoulder Bolts using two 10mm wrenches.
Note: It is recommended to tighten the Shoulder Bolts to 8Nm of torque. An 8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for Shoulder Bolt tightening.
The modular nature of the Smart Correction System allows surgeons to choose the final position of the struts, allowing the struts in a particular pair to be separated by a number of holes for easy access to potential wound sites or skin flaps.
Note: Different diameter rings can be used in the same frame as needed. Full rings may also be combined with 2/3 or foot rings.
Note: A surgeon must use the recommended six struts and placed in numbered holes.
14
fig. 13
Select the Appropriate Struts
Note: Consider correction goals when selecting strut size and starting position to avoid frequent strut exchanges (fig. 12).
fig. 12
Distal Use - Anterior Open
Foot Ring Size S1 & S2 S3 & S4 S5 & S6
S - 105mm 9 & 20 19 & 24 13 & 8
M - 120mm 10 & 23 22 & 17 16 & 9
L - 135mm 11 & 26 25 & 19 18 & 10
13
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Thread Appropriate Bolts
Adjust Struts to Foot Ring
Use Wrenches to Tighten Strut
Align the strut with the intended ring hole. Position the strut so that length indicator is visible (fig. 14).
Align Strut15
16
17
18
Thread the appropriate size Shoulder Bolt into the strut through the outer hole in the ring (fig. 15).
• 6mm Shoulder Bolts (silver) are to be used with full rings (6mm thickness) (fig. 15A).
• 8mm Shoulder Bolts (purple) are to be used with 1/3, 2/3 and foot rings (8mm thickness) (fig. 15B).
fig. 14
fig. 16
Repeat Steps 13-16 for each strut.
Warning: Washers cannot be used at strut attachment sites.
Use two 10mm wrenches to tighten the Shoulder Bolts (fig. 16).
An 8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for Shoulder Bolt tightening.
fig. 15A fig. 15B
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19
20
fig. 17
Warning: Express Strut prescription is to be made at the surgeon's discretion. Patients that may attempt unauthorized adjustments and patients with mental, physical, or neurological conditions which may impair the ability to cooperate with the postoperative regimen may not be suitable for use of these devices.
Note: The Express Strut locking collar is designated by straight knurls.
If using an Express Strut, tighten strut locking collar counterclockwise until strut height is fixed in place such that no gross adjustments can be made (fig. 17).
Tighten Locking Collar
Re-Tighten Each Bolt and Nut
fig. 18
All nuts and bolts should be fully tightened with the 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench. The 13mm Hex Bolt Wrench is available for counter-torque on cubes and pin clamps (fig. 18).
An 8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for Shoulder Bolt tightening.
Caution: Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is intended to be used to tighten Shoulder Bolts to struts. Use with other connector elements may not provide sufficient torque.
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21 Consider Mounting a 2nd Level of Fixation to Increase Stability
A full ring can be built above a previously affixed ring using a 2/3 and 1/3 ring of the same size with the 1/3-2/3 ring connector, 20mm (green) connection bolts (x2) and nuts (x2) (fig. 19).
Partial rings may be attached to the frame using struts or threaded rods in approximate equidistant position (fig 20).
Nuts are available to be placed on either side of the ring-threaded rod attachment site.
Dual Rod Connectors (Optional)
If desired threaded rod length is unavailable, dual rod connectors may be used to connect two threaded rods together to create an overall length up to 300mm.
The threaded rods should be fully threaded into the connector such that the ends of the threaded rods are touching at the approximate center of the dual rod connector. Nuts are available to be placed on either side of the dual rod connector to assist with locking in place the position of the dual rod connector.
fig. 20
fig. 19
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23 Patient Safety & ComfortPin and wire covers are available to place at the end of cut half pin and wires.
Sponges and sponge clips are available for use at anchorage insertion sites to aid with pin site maintenance (fig. 24). Sponges can be placed on the insertion site with sponge clips available to attach to the anchorage element to hold the sponge in place.
22 Walking Foot AttachmentThe walking foot attachment is available for attachment to the foot ring as necessary. The walking foot attachment should be positioned on the single hole rows of the foot ring and should have 4-5 ring holes between the attachment sites (fig. 21). Consider walking foot attachment placement prior to final tightening of clamps, struts, and threaded rods on the foot ring.
Threaded rods should be used through the ring holes and walking foot attachment holes. Standard nuts should be used on the bottom side of the walking foot attachment and assembled first (fig. 22).
Dual rod connectors (20mm, 40mm, 60mm) are available to add between the ring and walking foot attachment as necessary to lift the foot off of the ground up to 60mm and/or to connect the Walking Foot Attachment.
Standard or Long Nuts should be used at final assembly to attach the threaded rod to the ring from above (fig. 23).
Caution: Weight bearing activities should be permitted at surgeon’s discretion.
fig. 21
fig. 22
fig. 23
fig. 24
1. Advanced Clamps (x2)
2. 10mm Wrench (x2)
3. Threaded Rod: 60-300mm (x1)
4. Nuts (x2)
5. Shoulder Bolts: 6/8mm (x2 per strut exchange)
COMPONENTS NEEDED
SURGICAL TECHNIQUESTRUT EXCHANGE
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Insert the Advanced Pin Clamp into the proximal ring as close to the original strut as possible (fig. 1).
Insert Clamps (Proximal Ring)1
A strut exchange may need to be performed during the course of treatment. Additionally, multiple strut exchanges may be necessary during a single event. In order to bridge the frame in the area of the strut exchange, place a temporary support to prevent loss of construct stability.
Repeat this step on the distal ring (fig. 2).
Insert Clamps (Distal Ring)2
Insert the threaded rod through both Advanced Pin Clamps (proximally and distally). Tighten the clamps (fig. 3).
Insert Threaded Rod3
Loosen the Shoulder Bolts on both ends of the strut to be exchanged (fig. 4).
Warning: These Shoulder Bolts should not be reused. New Shoulder Bolts should be utilized when replacing struts.
Loosen Bolts4
fig. 3
fig. 1
fig. 4
SURGICAL TECHNIQUE: STRUT EXCHANGE
fig. 2
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Strut should be placed in the same hole locations as the original strut. Strut length should match the designated length on the patient prescription (fig. 6).
Warning: New Shoulder Bolts should be utilized during strut replacement.
Ensure the strut removed matches prescription (fig. 5, fig. 6).
Place New Strut6
Transfer the ID Clip onto the new strut.
Transfer Strut ID Clip7
Perform final tightening on the new strut and Shoulder Bolts using two 10mm Hex Bolt Wrenches.
An 8Nm Torque Limiting Ratchet Wrench is available for Shoulder Bolt tightening.
Final Tightening8
Once the new strut is securely in place, remove the Advanced Pin Clamps and threaded rod.
Remove Temporary Support9
Remove Original Strut5
SURGICAL TECHNIQUESTRUT EXCHANGE (CONT.)
fig. 5
fig. 6
SURGICAL TECHNIQUEHARDWARE REMOVAL
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Wire Cutting
Using a 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench, loosen the connections on all half pins. Then, remove the half pins using T-Handle with Jacob’s Chuck (fig. 1).
Cut each wire on both sides approximately 1cm from the skin using the Wire Cutter/Plier.
Pin Removal1
2
Frame RemovalCarefully slide the entire frame off of the affected limb.
Caution: If olive wires were used, take note of which side the olive is on (as indicated by etching on wire) for appropriate removal.
3
Wire RemovalRemove all wires from the patient. Wire Cutter/Plier is available to aid in wire removal.
Caution: If olive wires were used, do not pull the olive through bone. Instead, pull the side with the olive (this is the side with the laser etched bands).
4
Caution: Any wire that is pulled through the bone must be straight and free of debris.
Note: Struts may need to be loosened to facilitate frame removal.
fig. 1
SURGICAL TECHNIQUEHARDWARE REMOVAL
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CASE LAYOUTS
ITEM # DESCRIPTION QTY
50-1012-10A-WB Dual Hole Full Ring, 105mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1012-12A-WB Dual Hole Full Ring, 120mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1012-13A-WB Dual Hole Full Ring, 135mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1012-15A-WB Dual Hole Full Ring, 150mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1012-16A-WB Dual Hole Full Ring, 165mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1012-18A-WB Dual Hole Full Ring, 180mm ID, Aluminum 2
Full Aluminum Rings
SC-RINGCASE1NS Smart Correction Full Ring Case
50-1017-10A-WB Dual Hole 2/3 Ring, 105mm ID, Aluminum 1
50-1017-12A-WB Dual Hole 2/3 Ring, 120mm ID, Aluminum 1
50-1017-13A-WB Dual Hole 2/3 Ring, 135mm ID, Aluminum 1
50-1017-15A-WB Dual Hole 2/3 Ring, 150mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1017-16A-WB Dual Hole 2/3 Ring, 165mm ID, Aluminum 2
50-1017-18A-WB Dual Hole 2/3 Ring, 180mm ID, Aluminum 2
2/3 Aluminum Rings
SC-RINGCASE2NS Smart Correction Two-Third and Foot Ring Case
SC-CLAMPCASENS Smart Correction Clamps and Bolts Case
50-1041-00-WB Standard Wire Clamp 17
50-1042-30-WB Advanced Pin Clamp 10
50-1042-00-WB Standard Pin Clamp 15
50-1052-01-WB Standard Nut 60
50-1053-12-WB Connection Bolt, Short, 12mm 20
50-1053-16-WB Connection Bolt, Medium, 16mm 10
50-1053-20-WB Connection Bolt, Long, 20mm 10
50-1153-06-WB Shoulder Bolt - 6mm 30
50-1153-08-WB Shoulder Bolt - 8mm 30
50-1051-00-WB Washer 60
50-1015-01-WB Foot Ring, Small, Aluminum 1
50-1015-03-WB Foot Ring, Medium, Aluminum 1
50-1015-02-WB Foot Ring, Large, Aluminum 1
Aluminum Foot Rings
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ITEM # DESCRIPTION QTY
50-1032-01-WB Dual Joint Exp. Strut, XShort 6
50-1032-02-WB Dual Joint Exp. Strut, Short 12
50-1032-03-WB Dual Joint Exp. Strut, Medium 18
50-1032-04-WB Dual Joint Exp. Strut, Long 6
Dual Joint Struts
SC-STRUTCASENS Smart Correction Strut Case
50-1057-60S-WB Threaded Rod, 60mm length, SS 6
50-1057-80S-WB Threaded Rod, 80mm length, SS 6
50-1057-100S-WB Threaded Rod, 100mm length, SS 6
50-1057-120S-WB Threaded Rod, 120mm length, SS 6
50-1057-150S-WB Threaded Rod, 150mm length, SS 6
50-1057-200S-WB Threaded Rod, 200mm length, SS 6
50-1057-250S-WB Threaded Rod, 250mm length, SS 6
Threaded Rods
SC-PINCASENS Smart Correction Pins and Wires Case
50-1071-16S-WB Wire - 1.6mm, Bayonet Tip, SS 10
50-1071-20S-WB Wire - 2.0mm, Bayonet Tip, SS 10
50-1072-16S-WB Olive Wire - 1.6mm, Bayonet Tip, SS 4
50-1072-20S-WB Olive Wire - 2.0mm, Bayonet Tip, SS 4
50-1850-204S-WB Half Pin, 5.0/200/40mm, Self Drilling, QC, SS 6
50-1850-184S-WB Half Pin, 5.0/180/40mm, Self Drilling, QC, SS 6
50-1845-154S-WB Half Pin, 4.5/150/40mm, Self Drilling, QC, SS 6
Wires
Half Pins
00-6200-32-WB AO Drill Bit 3.2 x 200mm 2
00-6200-48-WB AO Drill Bit 4.8 x 200mm 2
Drill Bits
CASE LAYOUTS (CONT.)
SMART CORRECTION | SURGICAL TECHNIQUE 75
00-2055-13-WB 13mm Hex Bolt Wrench 1
00-2055-10R-WB 10mm Hex Bolt Ratchet Wrench 1
00-2055-10S-WB 10mm Socket Wrench 1
00-2054-10-WB Slotted Wrench 1
00-2055-10-WB 10mm Hex Bolt Wrench 2
00-2033-15T-WB T-Allen Wrench, 3mm/150mm 1
00-1043-AO-WB T-Handle for Half Pins (AO Connector) 1
00-1043-JC-WB T-Handle w/ Jacobs Chuck 1
00-0014-60-WB Depth Gauge, 60mm 1
50-1056-01-WB Cube, 1 Hole 4
50-1056-02-WB Cube, 2 Hole 4
50-1056-03-WB Cube, 3 Hole 4
50-1056-04-WB Cube, 4 Hole 4
50-1056-05-WB Cube, 5 Hole 4
SC-INSTCASE2NS Smart Correction Instrument Case 2
ITEM # DESCRIPTION QTY
00-0134-40-WB Wire Cutter/Plier 1
00-0046-50-WB Drill Sleeve Handle 1
00-0046-51-WB Drill Sleeve Guide - Long 1
00-0046-52-WB Drill Sleeve Guide - Short 1
00-0046-53-WB Trocar - Long 1
00-0046-54-WB Trocar - Short 1
00-0182-01-WB Single Hand Wire Tensioner 2
00-0182-02-WB Fork Tensioner Head 1
00-0182-03-WB Tensioner Head 1
SC-INSTCASE1NS Smart Correction Instrument Case 1
CASE LAYOUTS (CONT.)
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The MR environment presents risks to patients with metal implants. Physicians should consider the risks when recommending MR imaging for patients with metal implants.
The WishBone Medical Smart Correction® System components have not been evaluated for safety and compatibility in MR environment.
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