operative technique variax locking plates locking plates select an appropriate sized implant. note:...
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Operative Technique
VariAx Locking Plates
Select an appropriate sized implant.
Note: The 1.7mm VariAx LockingPlates are not indicated for use on the metacarpals.
Step 1
Cut and/or Contour the plate if necessary.
Step 2
Place the appropriate Locking DrillGuide in the hole of the plate and aimthe appropriate drill in the desiredposition. This drill guide will notallow for drilling past 10 degrees.
Note: This drill guide must be usedwith all locking plates forapplication of bone screws and locking screws.
Step 3
20° ‘locking cone’
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Operative Technique
VariAx Locking Plates, continued
Measure for the length of the screwand then insert the proper lockingscrew.
Bone screws can also be used in anyholes if desired
Step 4