Product Description
The Firebird™ Spinal Fixation System is well suited for applications in Degenerative Disc Disease, Minimally Invasive, and many Deformity procedures. This Mono and Multi Axial system provides an exceptional selection of screw bodies and bone screws with a double lead bone screw thread offered in Self-Tapping/Standard tips and Cannulated/Solid configurations. Additionally, the Firebird System meets a multitude of demanding surgical needs with its innovative, aesthetic and ergonomically designed instrumentation.

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Indication
The Firebird Spinal Fixation System is intended for posterior, non-cervical pedicle fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is limited to skeletally mature patients and is intended to be used as an adjunct to fusion using autograft or allograft. The device is indicated for all of the following indications regardless of the intended uses:
  1. Degenerative disc disease (defined as discogenic back pain with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies)
  2. Spondylolisthesis
  3. Trauma (i.e., fracture or dislocation)
  4. Spinal stenosis
  5. Deformities or curvatures (i.e., scoliosis, kyphosis, and/or lordosis)
  6. Tumor
  7. Pseudoarthrosis
  8. Failed previous fusion

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Physician Benefits
  • Instruments:
    • Designed with ergonomics, aesthetics, and innovation in mind
    • Screw Driver – Locking feature prevents loss of co-axiality and screw disengagement
    • Degenerative Rod Reducer – Trigger handled for smooth, one-handed rod reduction
    • Counter Torque Wrench – Bayonet working tip for straight forward, secure alignment of screw body to rod connection
    • Compressor and Distractor – Bend-away handles for improved visibility, broad modular tip selection to address various anatomical challenges
  • Implants:
    • Double lead bone screw thread
    • 4.0mm and 4.5mm-8.5mm (1mm increments) diameter screws
    • Screw lengths range from 25mm to 110mm (5mm increments)
    • 5.5mm diameter titanium rods, straight and pre-lordosed

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Contraindications
  1. Morbid obesity
  2. Mental illness
  3. Alcoholism or drug abuse
  4. Pregnancy
  5. Metal sensitivity/allergies
  6. Severe osteopenia
  7. Patients unwilling or unable to follow post-operative care instructions
  8. Any circumstances not listed under the heading indications.

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