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Method and apparatus for fixation of distal radius fractures

  • US 5,586,985 A
  • Filed: 10/26/1994
  • Issued: 12/24/1996
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/26/1994
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A plate for stable fixation of distal radius fractures comprising:

  • a) an elongated plate adapted for attachment to the dorsal surface of the radius, the plate having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the distal end comprises first and second substantially planar surfaces, the first and second surfaces forming an included angle adapted to substantially match the curvature of the dorsal surface of the distal end of the radius, and further wherein the proximal end of the plate is curved such that the proximal end is adapted to substantially match the profile of the near distal portion of the radius;

    b) a plurality of tines extending from the distal end of the plate, wherein each tine is completely integral and unitary with the plate, and further wherein each tine is oriented substantially normal to the first surface such that when the plate is located on a radius, each of the plurality of tines is adapted to extend into the radius; and

    c) a plurality of openings extending through the plate adapted to receive fasteners to fasten the plate to the radius.

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