The Distal Tibia Locking Plates Titanium Grade 5 with LCP Screws are orthopedic fixation implants designed for stabilization of appropriately selected fractures involving the distal tibia. Their anatomical plate configuration is intended to provide fixation along the distal tibial region, while compatible LCP locking screws create an angular-stable plate-screw construct.

Distal tibia fractures can involve complex metaphyseal and periarticular regions and may occur with significant soft-tissue injury. Fracture patterns can range from extra-articular injuries to fractures extending toward the ankle joint. Because the distal tibia has limited soft-tissue coverage and complex anatomy, careful preoperative planning, soft-tissue assessment, fracture reduction, and implant positioning are important aspects of operative fixation.

A dedicated distal tibia locking plate provides a stable platform for selected fracture patterns requiring surgical stabilization. Locking fixation can be particularly useful in appropriately selected fractures involving metaphyseal comminution or compromised bone quality, where conventional screw fixation may provide less predictable purchase.

The plates are available in 6-, 8-, and 10-hole configurations, providing multiple plate lengths and fixation spans. Shorter plates may be suitable for selected localized fractures, while longer configurations can provide additional fixation points along the tibia when a greater fixation span is clinically required. Plate selection should be based on fracture location, fracture morphology, bone quality, patient anatomy, and the surgeon’s fixation strategy.

The product is supplied in left and right configurations to accommodate the corresponding distal tibial anatomy. Side-specific plate geometry supports appropriate positioning along the affected limb. Accurate plate placement should be verified intraoperatively according to the manufacturer’s surgical technique and appropriate imaging protocols.

The plates are manufactured from Titanium Grade 5, commonly identified as Ti-6Al-4V. This titanium alloy is widely used in orthopedic implant applications because of its combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. Its favorable strength-to-weight ratio can be beneficial for orthopedic fixation systems. The exact material specification, dimensions, mechanical characteristics, and surface treatment should be confirmed through the manufacturer’s technical documentation.

The included LCP screws are intended to provide compatible locking fixation with the corresponding distal tibia plates. Locking screws engage threaded plate holes to establish an angular-stable connection. Screw diameter, length, thread configuration, head geometry, and locking compatibility must be confirmed before use. Correct screw length is especially important around the distal tibia because of the nearby ankle joint and surrounding soft-tissue structures.

The 93-piece selection provides multiple left- and right-sided plates and compatible LCP screws. This makes the system suitable for orthopedic trauma departments, hospitals, surgical centers, ankle and lower-limb surgery units, and medical implant suppliers requiring multiple distal tibia fixation configurations.

Distal tibia locking plates may be considered for selected displaced, unstable, comminuted, metaphyseal, and periarticular distal tibia fractures requiring operative fixation. They may also be considered for fracture patterns where stable plate fixation is clinically appropriate. The exact indication depends on fracture morphology, soft-tissue condition, bone quality, imaging findings, and surgeon assessment.

Accurate fracture reduction and restoration of the appropriate tibial alignment are important for successful fixation. The surgeon should use compatible drills, drill guides, depth gauges, screwdrivers, and reduction instruments according to the manufacturer’s surgical technique. Intraoperative imaging may be used to evaluate reduction, plate placement, and screw length.

The plate and screws should be handled carefully to prevent contamination, scratches, deformation, or damage to the locking interface. Plate bending or modification should only be performed if explicitly permitted by the manufacturer and using the recommended technique. Improper bending may compromise the locking mechanism or structural integrity of the implant.

Sterility, packaging, storage, and processing requirements depend on the manufacturer’s product labeling and supplied configuration. Reusable surgical instruments should be cleaned, inspected, packaged, and sterilized using validated healthcare-facility procedures according to applicable manufacturer instructions.

With 6–10 hole configurations, left- and right-sided anatomical options, LCP screw compatibility, Titanium Grade 5 construction, and a 93-piece selection, this distal tibia locking plate system provides a versatile orthopedic fixation option for appropriately selected distal tibial fracture procedures.

Key Features

• Designed for distal tibia fracture fixation.
• Available in 6, 8, and 10-hole configurations.
• Left and right anatomical options.
• Manufactured from Titanium Grade 5.
• Compatible LCP locking screws included.
• Locking interface supports angular-stable fixation.
• Multiple plate lengths accommodate different fracture patterns.
• Suitable for selected metaphyseal and periarticular distal tibia fractures.
• Provides multiple fixation points along the distal tibia.
• Titanium Grade 5 offers a favorable strength-to-weight ratio.
• 93-piece selection provides multiple plate and screw configurations.
• Requires compatible LCP surgical instrumentation.

Product Specifications

FAQs

1. What are Distal Tibia Locking Plates used for?

Distal Tibia Locking Plates are orthopedic implants designed to stabilize appropriately selected fractures of the distal tibia, including selected metaphyseal and periarticular fracture patterns.

2. What hole configurations are available?

The system includes 6-, 8-, and 10-hole configurations, providing different plate lengths and fixation spans.

3. Are left and right plates available?

Yes. The product includes left and right anatomical configurations for the corresponding distal tibia.

4. What material are these plates made from?

The plates are manufactured from Titanium Grade 5, commonly known as Ti-6Al-4V, a titanium alloy widely used for orthopedic implant applications.

5. Are LCP screws included?

Yes. The product specifies that LCP screws are included with the distal tibia locking plates.

6. What is the benefit of LCP locking fixation?

Compatible locking screws engage the threaded plate holes to create an angular-stable plate-screw connection, providing a stable fixation construct for appropriately selected fractures.

7. What types of distal tibia fractures can these plates be used for?

They may be considered for selected displaced, unstable, comminuted, metaphyseal, and periarticular distal tibia fractures requiring operative stabilization.

8. Why are different plate lengths available?

Different hole configurations provide different fixation spans. The appropriate plate length can be selected based on fracture location, fracture extent, bone quality, and the desired fixation construct.