Hohmann retractors are an important tool used in orthopedic surgeries and are also referred to as bony lever retractors. This surgical instrument is primarily used in minimal or invasive knee and hip surgery. They are also used ideally for exposing the bony structures/segments and retracting the soft tissues away during arthroplasty.
Cheek retractors are an important tool in dentistry. They are primarily used to keep the soft tissues away from the teeth and keep them in a retracted position during a surgical procedure. In the old times, dental assistance used to serve the purpose of manual retractors for dentists as they were left with no other option.
Bone cutters are manual, heavy duty and robust instruments designed for manipulating bones during surgeries. They are most frequently used in oral and orthopedic surgeries and are shaped like pliers or scissors. They are also referred to as osteotomes and are made up of high-quality material. Different variations of bone cutters are available for the type of bone and medical procedure.
Bayonet forceps are tweezer-shaped tools that are primarily used to lift or part the tissues gently. They are also useful while removing sterile wound dressings or holding dressing materials such as gauze and cotton during surgical procedures.
Allis forceps/ Allis clamps are named after Oscar Allis who invented this tool. This instrument is intended to hold and grip tissues during surgery. It comprises heavy teeth that can grasp and hold heavy tissues of the body. The finger ring holders of Allis forceps provide a secure and firm grip over the instrument and fit comfortably in the hand. Different variations of Allis forceps having different lengths are available that can be chosen based on the surgeon's requirements.
Orthopedic surgeries involve surgical procedures related to bones, ligaments, joints, muscles, etc. The most common type of orthopedic surgery is hip replacement surgery and Carpal tunnel syndrome to release the tendons. Surgeons put in their best efforts to help their patients restore the proper functionality of their skeletal muscles through these surgeries.
This instrument looks like a stylus having a scoop-shaped tip and a handle to be held in the hand. the tip of this tool may be angled and usually has a sharp blade. Curettes are available in different variations having different shapes and types.
Allis forceps/ Allis clamps are named after Oscar Allis who invented this tool. This instrument is intended to hold and grip tissues during surgery. It comprises heavy teeth that can grasp and hold heavy tissues of the body. The finger ring holders of Allis forceps provide a secure and firm grip over the instrument and fit comfortably in hand.
Surgical scissors are primarily used for cutting tissues, skin, and sutures, undermining the deeper fiscal layers, dissecting biological tissues, and removing wound dressings. Surgical scissors are available in a wide range of designs, shapes, and sizes that can be chosen based on the surgery requirement. Some surgical scissors have short or long handles while the blades are curved or straight and smooth or serrated.
Surgical blades also called scalpels are widely used for cutting skin and tissues during surgeries. They are razor sharp and are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and designs that are chosen specifically for the procedure. Surgical blades comprise disposable scalpel blades and reusable handles that are generally sold separately. The disposable scalpel blades are required to be used one time only and then disposed of properly.
Surgical retractors are ideally used to thoroughly hold wounds or incisions during surgical procedures. They provide better access and visibility to the exposed area of the surgical site by holding back underlying tissues or organs. They generally comprise of angled/hooked or curved blade that aids in maintaining the desired position of a specified region of tissue.
