Description
Parham Bone Wire Tighteners
The Parham wire tightener tensions cerclage wire after it has been passed around bone. At 23 cm, it reaches comfortably into the wound.
Tensioning cerclage
Cerclage wire only holds if it is tight. Therefore the tightener pulls the wire ends while the surgeon secures them. As a result, fragments stay compressed.
With the Parham guide
The matching guide passes the wire first. Then this tightener applies tension. Together, they form a complete cerclage system.
Who uses the Parham wire tightener
Trauma surgeons use it on femoral and humeral fractures. Also, hip revision teams use it around implants. It suits osteotomy fixation too.
Even tension
Turn or squeeze gradually until the wire sits snug. Then secure the ends. Uneven tension can let the wire slip.
Checking the result
Feel the wire for slack after tensioning. Consequently, any loose spot can be corrected immediately. Imaging confirms position.
When cerclage helps
Cerclage suits spiral and oblique fractures and periprosthetic breaks. Moreover, it can hold fragments while a plate goes on. Therefore a reliable tightener is a core tool.
Parham wire tightener details
- 23 cm long
- Tensions cerclage wire
- Pairs with the Parham guide
- Ships non-sterile
Mechanism care
Wire fragments can jam the tensioner, so clear them out. Lubricate the moving parts after drying. Turn the mechanism through its full range.
Buying this tightener
Every tightener has a detailed examination from Atlanta staff before we post it. If every tightener ever shows a production flaw, you have three years against manufacturing defects. To read about instrument metals, go to ASTM F899. For quick answers, open the FAQ page. Larger surgical teams order a second tightener so a case never waits. Browse the rest of our orthopedics department for other patterns. Looking for a quote for a larger order? Drop us a line by email. Take a look at the Parham wire guide.
Sold to licensed professionals. Page images may show a sibling size. Note that stainless steel contains nickel; open the care and sterilization guide for details. Delivery options show on the delivery policy.
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