The Locking Clavicle Hook Plate 3.5mm Titanium Grade 5 is an orthopedic fixation implant designed for selected distal clavicle fracture and acromioclavicular joint stabilization procedures. The hook plate configuration combines a superior clavicle plate with a curved hook that extends beneath the acromion, providing a specialized fixation method for injuries involving the lateral clavicle and acromioclavicular region.

Clavicle hook plates are commonly considered when fracture morphology or acromioclavicular instability makes conventional clavicle plating less suitable. The hook portion of the implant is positioned beneath the acromion, while the plate is secured to the clavicle using compatible locking screws. This configuration can provide a mechanical support point for stabilization of the lateral clavicle and associated acromioclavicular structures.

The 3.5 mm locking plate system uses compatible locking screws that engage with threaded plate holes. This creates an angular-stable relationship between the screws and plate and can provide a stable fixation construct when appropriately applied. The locking mechanism should be used only with the designated screw type and according to the manufacturer’s recommended surgical technique.

The product is supplied in left and right configurations, allowing the surgeon to select the plate corresponding to the affected clavicle. Correct laterality is important for appropriate plate positioning and anatomical fit. Plate selection should also consider the patient’s anatomy, fracture pattern, distal clavicle morphology, acromial anatomy, and the desired fixation strategy.

Manufactured from Titanium Grade 5, the plate offers material characteristics commonly used in orthopedic implant applications. Titanium Grade 5, also known as Ti-6Al-4V, provides a favorable strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and established biocompatibility characteristics. The exact mechanical and dimensional specifications should be confirmed through the manufacturer’s technical documentation.

The included screws are intended for use with the compatible locking plate system. Correct screw length and configuration should be selected according to the patient’s clavicular anatomy and the manufacturer’s surgical technique. Appropriate drilling guides, depth gauges, and screwdrivers should be used where specified.

The 36-piece selection provides multiple plate and screw configurations for orthopedic trauma departments, hospitals, sports medicine centers, and surgical implant suppliers. Maintaining both left and right plate options can help facilities accommodate different patient anatomies and operative requirements.

Clavicle hook plate fixation may be considered for selected distal clavicle fractures, particularly fracture patterns with instability or limited distal fragment purchase, and for selected acromioclavicular joint injuries requiring surgical stabilization. However, the hook plate technique is not appropriate for every clavicle fracture or acromioclavicular injury. The surgeon should determine the indication after evaluating imaging, fracture characteristics, soft-tissue condition, acromial anatomy, and patient-specific factors.

Correct hook positioning is particularly important because the hook passes beneath the acromion. The surgical technique should ensure appropriate positioning and avoid excessive pressure or malpositioning. Postoperative management and implant removal considerations, where clinically appropriate, should follow the surgeon’s protocol and applicable device instructions.

The implant should be handled carefully to avoid contamination, deformation, scratches, or other damage. Sterility and packaging requirements depend on the product configuration and manufacturer labeling. Reusable instruments associated with implantation should be cleaned, inspected, packaged, and sterilized according to validated healthcare-facility procedures.

With its 3.5 mm locking interface, left and right configurations, hook plate design, compatible screws, Titanium Grade 5 construction, and 36-piece selection, this clavicle hook plate system provides a specialized orthopedic fixation option for appropriately selected distal clavicle and acromioclavicular stabilization procedures.

Key Features

• Designed for selected distal clavicle fracture fixation.
• Suitable for selected acromioclavicular joint stabilization procedures.
• 3.5 mm locking plate configuration.
• Clavicle hook design for support beneath the acromion.
• Available in left and right configurations.
• Supplied with compatible locking screws.
• Manufactured from Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V).
• Locking screw interface supports angular-stable fixation.
• Provides a specialized fixation option for unstable lateral clavicle injuries.
• Supplied as a 36-piece selection.
• Suitable for professional orthopedic trauma and sports medicine applications.
• Requires compatible drilling and screw insertion instrumentation.

Product Specifications

FAQs

1. What is a Locking Clavicle Hook Plate?

A Locking Clavicle Hook Plate is an orthopedic implant designed for selected distal clavicle fractures and acromioclavicular joint stabilization. Its hook extends beneath the acromion while the plate is secured to the clavicle using compatible screws.

2. What is the purpose of the hook portion?

The hook passes beneath the acromion and provides a mechanical support point for stabilization of the lateral clavicle and acromioclavicular region. Correct positioning is essential to the intended function of the implant.

3. What does 3.5 mm mean?

The 3.5 mm designation refers to the plate/screw system specification. The exact screw dimensions and locking interface should be confirmed through the manufacturer’s technical documentation.

4. Are left and right versions available?

Yes. The product is supplied in left and right configurations to correspond with the affected clavicle and support appropriate anatomical positioning.

5. Are screws included?

Yes. The product title specifies that compatible screws are included. Exact screw quantities and dimensions should be confirmed from the manufacturer’s set configuration.

6. What material is the clavicle hook plate made from?

The plate is manufactured from Titanium Grade 5, commonly identified as Ti-6Al-4V. This titanium alloy is widely used in orthopedic implants because of its strength-to-weight characteristics, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility.

7. What injuries can a clavicle hook plate treat?

Hook plates may be considered for selected unstable distal clavicle fractures and certain acromioclavicular joint injuries requiring surgical stabilization. The appropriate indication depends on fracture morphology, joint instability, anatomy, and surgeon assessment.

8. Is a clavicle hook plate suitable for every clavicle fracture?

No. Hook plates are designed for specific clinical situations and are not universally appropriate for all clavicle fractures. Implant selection should be based on imaging, fracture pattern, patient anatomy, and the surgeon’s treatment plan.