The implants from the Alians Elbow range are intended for the fixation of fractures and osteotomies of the distal humerus and proximal ulna in adults.
The treatment of elbow fractures represents a true challenge, mainly due to the anatomical complexity of the region and the presence of surrounding soft tissues. The most frequent causes of these fractures include falls in elderly osteoporotic patients and high-energy trauma in younger patients.
Intra-articular fractures require stable articular reconstruction, which can be particularly complex in osteoporotic patients. In recent years, reduction using double plating (parallel 180° or perpendicular 90° configuration) has become the treatment of choice for distal humerus fracture reduction, providing simultaneous support to both the medial and lateral columns. The latest generations of anatomically contoured locking plates improve primary stability and offer better control of reduction, facilitating early return to activity.
For the reduction of extra-articular fractures, so-called “Y” plates constitute an alternative to double plating, while ensuring stabilization of both columns.
The treatment of olecranon fractures also requires stable anatomical reduction, with respect for soft tissues and preservation of the extensor mechanism to allow for early mobilization. These fractures may be simple or complex, isolated, or associated with a distal humerus fracture.
Optimize the management of elbow fractures and osteotomies with a comprehensive range of plates.
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To address intra-articular fractures with a perpendicular (90°) configuration, combine:
Medial plate (symmetric, 4 sizes):
• Medial positioning
• Medio-lateral orientation of distal screws
Postero-lateral plate (asymmetric, 5 sizes)
The Y plates from our Alians Elbow range have been designed to address supracondylar (or extra-articular) fractures while maintaining support of the medial and lateral columns. The distal medial branch is removable if required by the patient’s anatomy.
A specific cutting guide designed to perform the osteotomies required for an olecranon osteotomy approach.
Key features of the Alians Elbow range.
- A comprehensive range dedicated to the reduction of simple and complex fractures, as well as elbow osteotomies
- Anatomically contoured plates to preserve the joint structure
- A selection of plates designed to accommodate different surgical philosophies and allow various construct configurations (Y, 90°, 180°)
- A patented polyaxial locking system, Dualtec System®, to reach bone fragments from different angles and avoid interference with screws from other plates
- Dedicated instrumentation to guide the transolecranon approach