Cushing Nerve Hook

Description

Cushing Nerve Hook

The Cushing nerve hook is a fine hook for exploring around nerves and lifting delicate tissue. Neurosurgeons use it in spinal surgery to probe near nerve roots and to check for loose fragments.

Probing around nerves

Because nerve roots need gentle handling, the hook has a smooth profile. So, a smooth hook lets the surgeon feel along a root and lift it slightly. As a result, the surgeon can confirm that the root is free or find a hidden fragment.

Lengths and figures

We offer the Cushing nerve hook in 18 cm and 28 cm lengths. Each length comes in figure 1 or figure 2, which have different tip shapes. That gives four options. Also, contact us if you would like a picture of each tip.

In spinal and cranial cases

For example, after a discectomy the surgeon may sweep the hook around the root to check for residual disc. Meanwhile, the longer version reaches deep exposures more comfortably. The shorter one suits shallow fields.

Choosing length and figure

First, pick the 18 or 28 cm length by how deep you normally operate. Next, compare the two tip figures with hooks you already use. If you want both options, many teams keep one of each figure.

Caring for your Cushing nerve hook

First, rinse the tip carefully straight after use. Then clean the shaft and inspect the hook for bends. Finally, dry it and protect the tip during sterilization and storage.

Cushing nerve hook specifications

• Lengths: 18 cm or 28 cm
• Tip: figure 1 or figure 2
• Stainless steel

Ordering your nerve hook

The three-year warranty on this hook covers you for faulty workmanship. We also inspect each tip by hand in Atlanta before shipping. Look over our list of FAQs for help with ordering. Our steel reference, ASTM F899, names alloys that suit surgical work. For a matching probe, see the Dandy nerve hook. Then browse our wider neurosurgery instrument list.

Professional use only. The instrument care page explains product images and nickel in steel, and the shipping options page explains delivery.