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Wallace Knee Retractor

SKU:RM-WKR-5IN-1

$79.00USD

The Wallace Knee Retractor is a 5″ (12.7 cm) self-retaining orthopedic instrument designed for hands-free capsule and soft-tissue retraction during knee arthrotomy. Handcrafted from German stainless steel with a dual-armed self-retaining layout governed by a central screw lock gear ($79), it delivers stable, micro-adjustable joint exposure.

Product Description

The Wallace Knee Retractor is a specialized self-retaining orthopedic surgical retractor engineered specifically to provide reliable, hands-free soft-tissue and capsular displacement during knee arthrotomy and joint reconstructive procedures. Designed with an adjustable dual-armed spreader mechanism, this instrument holds incision margins and periarticular tissues apart under calibrated mechanical tension, eliminating assistant hand fatigue while preserving an open visual field into the joint space.

Built to withstand high-frequency autoclave sterilization runs without degrading, this Wallace Knee Retractor configuration features an overall tool length of 5 inches (12.7 cm, $79). Handcrafted from premium operating room-grade German stainless steel to ensure exceptional corrosion resistance, the structural geometry incorporates a dual-armed self-retaining layout governed by a central screw lock gear that provides smooth, micro-adjustable arm spreading that locks firmly under counter-traction without accidental slipping. Its curved, blunt working tips cradle capsular margins safely without causing localized crush injury.

Forged with an anti-glare satin matte finish, Retractor Maker manufactures the Wallace Knee Retractor to withstand repetitive hospital autoclave cycles, providing knee arthroplasty suites, sports medicine clinics, and orthopedic trauma operating rooms worldwide with exceptional mechanical stability, corrosion resistance, and complete clinical dependability.

Product Specifications

Product specifications for theWallace Knee Retractor
SpecificationDetails
Intended UseSpecifically designed to provide self-retaining capsular and soft-tissue retraction during knee arthrotomy and reconstructive surgery.
Primary MaterialPremium Operating Room-Grade German Stainless Steel (AISI 304/420)
ConfigurationSelf-retaining dual-armed orthopedic spreader with central screw lock
Overall Tool Length5 inches (12.7 cm)
Structural GeometryDual-armed self-retaining layout governed by a central screw lock gear
Locking MechanismPrecision-threaded central thumb screw for continuous micro-adjustable spread tension
Blade ArchitectureCurved blunt tips engineered to secure capsular margins atraumatically
SterilitySupplied Non-Sterile (Fully Autoclavable)
PackagingIndividual Protective Packaging
ManufacturerRetractor Maker
Product ConditionBrand New
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)1 Piece

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the blade and handle design advantages of the Wallace Knee Retractor?

The Wallace Knee Retractor is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as Curved blunt tips engineered to secure capsular margins atraumatically, which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. An overall length of 5 inches (12.7 cm) keeps the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field. It is made from premium operating room-grade german stainless steel (aisi 304/420) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.

What is the Wallace Knee Retractor used for?

The Wallace Knee Retractor is used in knee surgery to hold open capsular incisions and soft tissues under locked mechanical tension, providing hands-free exposure of the joint cavity.

Which surgical procedures is it for?

It is indicated for knee arthrotomy, patellar realignment, unicompartmental knee surgery, meniscal repairs, and exploratory joint procedures.

What material and finish are used?

The instrument is handcrafted from premium German surgical stainless steel with an anti-glare satin matte finish that eliminates optical reflections under surgical operating lights.

Is the Wallace Knee Retractor reusable and autoclavable?

Yes. The entire Wallace Knee Retractor is 100% reusable and fully validated for pre-vacuum steam autoclave cycles (134°C / 273°F). The central screw lock threads should be lubricated periodically.

Can components and blades be ordered separately?

Because this is an integrated mechanical retractor, it is supplied as a complete standalone unit. Hospitals can order multiple units as open-stock inventory.

Can custom modifications or private-label markings be ordered?

Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom blade widths, modified arm spread capacities, and laser marking for hospital asset tracking upon request.

What is the standard lead time and delivery timeframe for orders?

In-stock instruments take 5 business days to inspect and dispatch, followed by 7 business days for worldwide express delivery. Back-order units take 17 to 20 business days to manufacture and 9 business days for delivery.

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