Shotelâ„¢ Ankle Arthrodesis Nail System

The Shotelâ„¢ Ankle Arthrodesis Nail System is an intramedullary (IM) nail intended to provide compression and rigid fixation for primary ankle fusions. The unique curved design allows an approach through the medial side of the talus and is designed to achieve fusion at the tibiotalar joint while allowing unrestricted motion to remain at all other joints. The Shotelâ„¢ Ankle Arthrodesis Nail System provides a minimally invasive surgical option that may allow early weight bearing.

The System

Curved Nail

The solid titanium IM fusion nail is available in a 9mm diameter in two configurations; left and right. The fusion nail can accommodate up to six bone screws. The four proximal cross-locking holes provide the surgeon with either a static or dynamic cross-locking hole in alternating 90-degree orientations.

Screws

The 5mm self-tapping titanium bone screws are fully threaded and can be used to provide static or dynamic cross-locking through the provided nail holes. The bone screws are available in various lengths from 20–80mm in 2mm increments.

Targeting Guide

A carbon fiber drill guide features a compression sleeve and nut that allow the surgeon to apply compression across the joint line while securing the nail with the cross-locking screws.

Minimally Invasive

Unlike TTC (Tibiotalocalcaneal) Nails that enter through the plantar aspect of the calcaneus, the unique curved design of the Shotel Nail allows an approach through the medial side of the talus and is designed to achieve fusion at the tibiotalar joint while allowing unrestricted motion to remain at all other joints.

Load-Sharing

The Shotel Nail is a load-sharing intramedullary device. This gives surgeons the confidence to ambulate patients quicker, allowing faster return to work and activities.

Precision Targeting

The drill guide and sleeves allow for the precise targeting and placement of locking screws.

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