Product IntroductionThe Distal Lateral Tibial Universal Locking Plate (model 4034008) is indicated for internal fixation of complex anterolateral distal tibial fractures. The plate features a 30° conical polyaxial locking design that permits screw angulation up to ±15° from the hole axis to adapt screw trajectory to fracture morphology. Threaded spherical screw heads engage the locking holes to create an angular-stable plate-screw-bone construct. The plate is anatomically contoured to the lateral distal tibia and has a low-profile body with rounded edges and a polished finish to reduce soft tissue irritation. Manufactured from TA3G pure titanium or TC4 titanium alloy, it is compatible with VA locking, cortical and cannulated screws for a range of fixation strategies.
Features- 30° polyaxial locking holes: allow screw angulation up to ±15° from the hole axis in multiple directions.
- Threaded spherical screw heads: ensure secure angular-stable engagement with plate holes.
- Anodized surface treatment: enhances corrosion resistance and biocompatibility.
- Self-tapping screw tips: facilitate screw insertion with improved purchase.
- Low-profile anatomical design: contoured to lateral distal tibia to minimize soft tissue interference.
- Rounded edges and polished finish: reduce risk of soft tissue irritation.
Advantages- Interrupted thread design reduces the risk of cold welding between threaded components.
- Flexible screw trajectories: ±15° polyaxial range adapts to complex fracture anatomy.
- Stable locking interface: threaded screw-plate connection provides a secure angular-stable construct.
- Rotational control: multiple screw fixation resists rotation of fracture fragments.
- Screw repositioning: screws can be repositioned intraoperatively while maintaining locking function.
- No additional inserts required: polyaxial locking achieved without auxiliary sleeves or inserts.
- Supports locking fixation and compression according to fracture and fixation requirements.
Indications- Distal tibial metaphyseal fractures
- Lateral tibial plateau fractures
- Comminuted distal tibial fractures
- Intra-articular and extra-articular distal tibial fractures
- Osteoporotic fractures
- Complex distal tibial fractures requiring angular-stable fixation
Specifications (table)Model Number | Spec.(mm) | Compatible screws
4034008 | 4 Holes×82 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 6 Holes×112 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 8 Holes×142 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 10 Holes×172 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 12 Holes×202 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 14 Holes×232 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 16 Holes×262 Left | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 4 Holes×82 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 6 Holes×112 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 8 Holes×142 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 10 Holes×172 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 12 Holes×202 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 14 Holes×232 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
4034008 | 16 Holes×262 Right | 2.7/3.5 mm VA Locking Screws; 3.5 mm Cortical Screw
Technical specifications- Material: TA3G pure titanium or TC4 titanium alloy.
- Application: treatment of anterolateral distal tibial fractures and related distal tibial/lateral plateau fractures.
- Polyaxial system: 30° conical polyaxial locking holes allowing ±15° screw angulation from the hole axis.
- Screw compatibility: 2.7/3.5 mm VA locking screws; 3.5 mm cortical screws; compatible with cannulated screws as required.
- Surface: anodized finish for corrosion resistance and biocompatibility.
- Design: anatomically contoured low-profile plate with rounded edges and polished finish to reduce soft tissue irritation.
- Screw features: self-tapping tips and threaded spherical heads for angular-stable constructs.
- Mechanical/clinical benefits: interrupted thread design to reduce cold welding, flexible screw trajectories, intraoperative screw repositioning, and rotational control through multiple-screw fixation.
- Available configurations (Model 4034008): left and right variants with 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 holes at specified lengths (e.g., 4 Holes×82 mm up to 16 Holes×262 mm).