Caspar Cervical Distractor

Description

Caspar Cervical Distractor

The Caspar cervical distractor spreads two vertebral bodies apart during anterior cervical surgery. Surgeons attach it to screws placed in the vertebrae above and below the disc.

Opening the disc space

In an anterior cervical discectomy, the surgeon needs room between the vertebrae. Therefore, the distractor pushes the screw heads apart and holds that position. As a result, the disc space stays open while the surgeon removes disc material and prepares for a graft.

Left or right version

We offer the distractor in left and right versions. The side you need depends on how your team sets up around the patient. If you are unsure which side suits your approach, ask us before you order.

Working with screws and drill guides

First, the surgeon places distraction screws in the vertebral bodies. Next, the distractor slides over the screw heads. Then the surgeon opens it gradually to the desired height. Many teams also keep a drill guide and a screwdriver in the same set.

Assembling a complete set

This distractor works only with suitable screws. So, check that your screws match before surgery. For example, you may want to order screws, a screwdriver and a drill guide together to keep the set consistent.

Caring for your Caspar cervical distractor

Rinse the distractor straight after use and flush any moving parts. Then brush the arms and threads carefully. Finally, dry it and check that it opens and closes smoothly before sterilization.

Caspar cervical distractor specifications

• Cervical distractor, Caspar pattern
• Side choice: left or right
• Stainless steel

Ordering from us

We cover this distractor with a three-year warranty; it applies to any fault in workmanship. Before it leaves Atlanta, a team member runs it through its full travel by hand. Look through our customer FAQs for help with purchase orders. ASTM F899 describes the steels considered suitable for surgical instruments. You will likely need the distraction screws as well. Then see our complete neurosurgery lineup.

For professional clinical use. The care and sterilization section explains photo accuracy and the role of nickel in the alloy. For exchanges, see our returns information.