Stabilis™ Surgical Technique (PDF) - Tornier DX

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T O r N i E r ® S t a b i l i S a n k l e a r t h r o d e S i S P l a t i n g S y S t e m
Step 19
Position the TTC plate on the bone. Remove any protuberances
that interfere with plate fit. Evaluate plate fit to the tibia. Bend
the plate with the Plate Benders if necessary. It is important
to avoid excessive valgus or varus in the placement of the
TTC plate.
Lateral Tibio-Talo
Calcaneal Plate
Surgical Note:
With an arthrodesis of both the ankle and subtalar joint,
excessive varus or valgus is generally poorly tolerated with
ambulation since there is no motion at these joints.
Step 20
Temporarily fix the joint with 2.0 x 150 mm Pins and fit the
Plate to the bone with 2.0 x 150 mm Pins. (Note: it is not
recommended to use two pins in the talar part of the
plate due to the chance of interference with the bone
screw insertions later in the procedure.)
2.0 x 150 mm Pins
Step 21
Attach the Talus Hole Guide loosely to the TTC plate using
the guidepost. The talus is fixed initially followed by the
adjacent calcaneus and tibial bones.
Lateral Talus Hole Guide
Plate Benders