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    GMC1877-shutterstock_1799586823-IN-SHAPE.png Burn wound management Burn wounds are a global public health problem and a leading cause of morbidity, including prolonged hospitalisation, disfigurement and disability – often accompanied by stigma and social rejection.1 Our aim is to help mitigate the complications associated with burn wounds. HERO-ALLEVYN-LIFE-PIP-EXPLOSION-1000X1000PX-NO-BG.png Pressure injury prevention Trusted to reduce the incidence of pressure injuries when used as part of a comprehensive prevention program, compared to standard care alone.1-3 PartialThicknessTear_HeroCutout(24901)_20250211 Partial-thickness rotator cuff tears Partial-thickness tears can have a lasting impact on pain and shoulder function. When used in isolated bioinductive repair, the REGENETEN◊ Bioinductive Implant leads to tendon healing without the need for sutured repair;1-4 offering patients a faster recovery and return to activity than sutured repairs.4,5 CARTIHEAL Procedure page Hero Image.png Chondral and osteochondral knee repair​ Treat knee cartilage lesions and osteochondral defects in a single-stage procedure, even in the presence of mild to moderate osteoarthritis (Kellgren-Lawrence 0-3),1,2 with the porous, biocompatible CARTIHEAL◊ AGILI-C◊ Cartilage Repair Implant; shown to be clinically superior to the current surgical standard of care in level 1 clinical data.*1,2
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    • Negative pressure wound therapy
    • Antimicrobial dressing
    • Other wound care products
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  • Hero 1 CORI Surgical System.png CORI◊ Surgical System JOURNEYII_BCS_ROX_RoundPatella_AngledView_onWhite.png JOURNEY II◊ ROX◊ Total Knee Solution with CONCELOC◊ and OXINIUM◊ Technologies Tula Tympanostomy Kit Tula® Tympanostomy System COR22-33747-V1-ProjectsAlchemy-AirwayMgmt-Hero-1122.png COBLATION◊ Technology for Airway Management
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Positioning

Stable control and modular flexibility for consistent joint access.

Intra-operative stability and adjustability for your preferred approach in open and arthroscopic repair. Explore a range of positioning systems that put the patient where you need them for optimal visualization and access.

Positioning

Positioning made easy

Explore a comprehensive positioning suite engineered to adapt immediately to surgeons’ needs for controlled traction, accurate limb alignment and stable access across all major joint repair procedures. From dynamic upper extremity control and effective knee exposure to postless hip systems and specialized holders, aim to enhance your workflow.

Patient positioning - around the body

Joint-specific positioning options for intuitive control and reliable performance in shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, elbow and wrist procedures.

  • Tailored control – Gain precise mechanical control and orientation according to your approach
  • Reliable traction and distraction – Hold limbs in place while maintaining safe and consistent joint separation
  • Reproducible alignment – Adapt flexion, extension and rotation for portal placement and instrument access
  • Efficiency-driven design – Limit manual holding requirements and support OR workflows
Patient positioning

Patient positioning

Sports medicine positioning made easy

Explore a range of solutions designed for improved access to virtually every large joint space.

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Patient positioning shoulder

Modular and fully adjustable patient positioning solutions designed for access, visibility and OR team control in arthroscopic and open shoulder cases.

  • Secure support – Robust technology designed to maintain optimal positioning throughout the procedure
  • Adjustable control – Manipulate the patient anatomy as needed for precise surgical access
  • Anatomic visualization – Explore systems to retain traction and sustain a desired view of the operative field
  • Promote efficiency – Experience ergonomic, modular systems designed for ease of use and setup
ACUFEX<sup>◊</sup> ACCESS

ACUFEX◊ ACCESS

Positioning System

Customize your lateral decubitus positioning needs and gain unimpeded access to the repair site without complexity.1,2

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Patient positioning hip

Advanced, fully adjustable patient positioning solutions facilitating postless joint access and stable support in open and arthroscopic hip preservation.

  • Reliable postless distraction – Achieve safe and consistent positioning that eliminates perineal pressure
  • Adjustable control – Optimize limb orientation for visualization and instrument reach
  • Streamlined setup – Integrated distractor functionality to maintain traction and support a smooth workflow
  • User-friendly control – Quickly manipulate and adjust according to the portal, anatomy and surgical workflow
PINK HIP KIT<sup>◊</sup>

PINK HIP KIT◊

Postless Hip Positioning
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Patient positioning knee

Modular and fully adjustable patient positioning solutions designed for access, visibility and OR team control in arthroscopic and open knee cases.

  • Secure support – Robust technology designed to maintain optimal positioning throughout the procedure
  • Adjustable control – Manipulate the patient anatomy as needed for precise surgical access
  • Anatomic visualization – Explore systems to retain traction and sustain a desired view of the operative field
  • Promote efficiency – Experience ergonomic, modular systems designed for ease of use and setup
SPIDER2<sup>◊</sup>

SPIDER2◊

Limb Positioner

The SPIDER2 Ankle set-up is a refined approach for controlled ankle joint distraction, offering customizable ankle positioning for each patient.

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Patient positioning foot and ankle

Position patients with modular and adjustable technology, offering controlled limb support, effective joint access and reliable stability.

  • Secure positioning – Maintain distraction and joint access throughout your procedures
  • Adjustable control – Fine-tune limb orientation to allow visualization and instrument reach in open and arthroscopic cases
  • Reduced OR strain – Focus your attention on patients by limiting manual holding requirements
  • User-friendly control – Quickly manipulate according to the portal, anatomy and surgical workflow

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Wrist

Adjustable solutions for controlled traction, precise alignment and consistent joint access in reconstructive wrist surgery.

  • Adjustable traction – Use intuitive systems designed to open radiocarpal and midcarpal joints for clear visualization in TFCC repair
  • Precise alignment – Get stable positioning in flexion, extension and neutral orientation to help optimize distal radius fixation
  • Controlled support – Facilitate portal placement and instrument reach in tight carpal spaces with fine-tuning
  • Ergonomic use – Achieve smooth transitions and reduce manual holding requirements for assessment, debridement and repair
Patient positioning

Patient positioning

Sports medicine positioning made easy

Explore a range of solutions designed for improved access to virtually every large joint space.

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Elbow

Precise limb control systems with consistent access and surgeon-controlled adjustability in arthroscopic elbow ligament reconstruction.

  • Controlled stabilization – Explore systems designed to maintain flexion, extension or neutral alignment in UCL reconstruction
  • Optimal orientation – Achieve effective joint exposure for portal placement and ulnohumeral joint access
  • Secure support – Facilitate instrument reach and triangulation in distal humerus fixation and ligament repair.
  • Ergonomic use – Achieve smooth transitions and reduce manual holding requirements for assessment, debridement and repair
Patient positioning

Patient positioning

Sports medicine positioning made easy

Explore a range of solutions designed for improved access to virtually every large joint space.

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