Ascension PyroCarbon PIP
 

Anatomic Design:
 

Restored Joint function
  • Bone removal is minimal
  • Critical soft tissue structures are preserved
  • Alignment awl and guides provide accurate visual reference along the bone axis promoting restoration of anatomic bone alignment
  • Functional joint mechanics and range of motion are re-established

Indications :

The Ascension PIP is intended for use as a total joint replacement of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints in cases of:

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Post-traumatic arthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Ankylosed joints or those with limited range of motion which have not responded to conservative treatment
  • Non-functional joints due to inadequate bony alignment and joint space which can not be restored by soft tissue reconstruction

Contraindications:

Include:

  • Physiologically unsuitable patient
  • Skin, bone, circulatory and/or neurological deficiency
  • Non-functioning and irreparable musculotendinous system
  • Indications of active sepsis or infection
  • Inadequate bone stock

Interchangeable Sizes:

Four sizes accommodate a broad range of patient anatomy and may be matched with an opposite component of the same size, one size smaller or one size larger

Implant Stability:

PyroCarbon's biochemical and biomechanical compatibility promotes osseous integration resulting in a stable bone/implant interface

  • inert nature of PyroCarbon eliminates concern with silicone and other less biocompatible materials
  • No cement required eliminating potential complications

 

 

 

Elastic Modulus of metal is much greater than that of bone or PyroCarbon


PyroCarbon minimizes bone loss due to stress shielding