Released in 1994, the original Acutrak Headless Compression Screw was the first fully-threaded headless compression screw with continuously variable thread pitch on the market.Greater Push-Out Force
Provides greater push-out force than traditional (AO) or differential (Herbert) screws in cadaveric and synthetic bone material*
Compression: Gained and Retained
Maintains the highest amount of retained compression after cyclic loading compared to AO and Herbert screws in cadaveric and synthetic bone material*
Acutrak technology has a wider window of compression, which is less sensitive to stripping the bone and more flexible in its placement for reaching a maximum amount of compression.
Greater Resistance to Torsional Loading
Provides greater resistance to torsional loading than AO or Herbert screws in cadaveric and synthetic bone material*
Videos
Jones Fracture Cadaveric Lab with Nicholas Abidi, MD
Dr. Nicholas A. Abidi corrects a Jones fracture (fifth metatarsal fracture) using a Large Acutrak 2 5.5 screw. The rationale for the use of the screw and radiographic evidence steps are provided.
Animated Surgical Technique: Jones Fracture
An animated version of Acumed’s recommended surgical procedure for reducing and fixating fractures of the fifth metatarsal using the Acutrak-4.7 cannulated screw.
Surgical Technique Overview
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Acutrak 2 Headless Compression Screw System – 4.7 mm & 5.5 mm
The Acumed Acutrak 2 - 4.7 and 5.5 are part of the latest evolution in fully-threaded headless screw fixation. With instrumentation designed to simplify the surgical technique, the Acutrak 2 screws are composed of unique size options to fit a wide variety of applications throughout the body. Besides Jones fractures, this includes:
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Together, we can improve patient outcomes and quality of life. We are proud of our long-standing reputation of innovation and differentiation. Randy and Mary Huebner founded our company based on a belief system rooted in customer engagement. Our goal: to provide innovative solutions to meet the needs of the whole health care community, including patients, health care professionals, and health care entities.
* Wheeler DL, McLoughlin SW. Biomechanical assessment of compression screws. Clin Orthop Relat Res.1998;350:237–245