Tarsal joint space distractor

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2006-08-29

2006-08-29

Robert, Eduardo C. (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

Reexamination Certificate

active

07097647

ABSTRACT:
This disclosure relates to an improved dual axis surgical retractor for use by orthopedic or podiatric surgeons for controlled distraction of tarsal joints or compression of osseus fragments. This retractor generally consists of a pair of screw actuated retractor arms, the tips of which each have apertures for receiving and facilitating temporary pin fixation of the respective tarsal bones to be retracted or osseus fragments to be compressed.

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