Slotted Hammer

Description

Slotted Hammer

The slotted hammer is a 30 cm instrument used during implant extraction. Its slot lets it slide on an extraction rod or hook.

How it works

The hammer slides along the rod and strikes a stop near the handle. Therefore each blow pulls the implant outward. As a result, stuck nails come free gradually.

Size

At 30 cm, the hammer gives a good stroke length. Meanwhile, its weight delivers firm blows. Moreover, it suits most extraction setups.

Who uses a slotted hammer

Trauma surgeons use it to remove intramedullary nails. Also, revision surgeons use it for other implants. Furthermore, it pairs with extraction hooks.

Safe extraction

Hold the limb steady and keep hands clear of the sliding path. Then strike with controlled force. Check progress on imaging.

Matching the rod

The slot must suit your extraction rod. Consequently, confirm your system before ordering. Besides, we can help.

Slotted hammer details

• 30 cm long
• Slotted to slide on a rod
• For implant extraction
• Supplied non-sterile

Care

Clean the slot and striking faces. Dry fully. Check for burrs that could catch.

Why we protect each hammer

If this hammer develops a workmanship fault, we honor three years against manufacturing defects. Each hammer has a visual look at our Atlanta office before shipment. Further tools wait in our orthopedic instrument list. The customer FAQ walks through delivery and returns. Need help choosing a hammer? Reach out and we will check. For the basics of instrument alloys, go to ASTM F899. Think about adding our Kuentscher extraction instrument. Most surgical teams stock a backup hammer so a case never waits.

For trained hands only. These pictures may show a sibling size. Note that the steel includes some nickel; visit our care page for the full note. Use our delivery page for carrier options.