The Femoral Interlocking Nail (Crimped) is a long intramedullary implant used for the fixation of various femoral shaft fractures (mid-diaphyseal fractures). Unlike the proximal femoral nails (PFN/TFN) which focus on the hip area, this nail is designed to stabilize the central part of the femur. It is inserted through the piriformis fossa or the tip of the greater trochanter. The “Crimped” designation may refer to a specific texture or design feature enhancing stability or ease of insertion. The nail provides rigid, load-sharing fixation, secured by distal and proximal interlocking screws to prevent rotation and shortening.
Key features include:
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Diaphyseal Fixation: Optimized for fractures of the main shaft of the femur.
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Intramedullary Fixation: Provides strong, load-sharing stability.
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Primary Use: Stabilization of femoral shaft fractures.
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Multiple Diameters: Available in 9.0mm, 10.0mm, 11.0mm, and 12.0mm.
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Wide Length Range: Lengths range from 340mm up to 440mm.
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Material Options: Available in both Stainless Steel and Titanium.
