Product Description

Details make the difference between mediocre and magnificent. The new XWire from Orthofix has a unique helicoidal tip design that has been demonstrated to improve performance via:

  • Reduced Temperature
  • Improved Accuracy
  • Easier wire Insertion
  • Maintained Tip Sharpness
  • Improved Insertion Point Holding

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Physician Benefits
  • Improved insertion point holding
  • Lateral olive design is synergistic with the XCaliber Hybrid or Sheffield Ring Fixator clamp design
  • Unique helicoidal tip design
  • Accurate and Easier wire insertion
  • Maintained tip sharpness reduces temperature
  • Improved insertion point holding

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Physician Support Materials

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Clinical References:
  • Piska, M., Yang, L., Reed M., Saleh, M. Drilling efficiency and temperature elevation of three types of Kirchner-wire point; JBJS 2002;84-B, 137-140 Full Text Article (PDF 205KB)

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Patient Support Materials

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Web Resources
  1. www.drjameswang.com
  2. www.chicagofootandanklesurgery.com
  3. www.acfas.org

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Footnotes
Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Refer to the instructions for use supplied with product for specific information on indications for use, contraindications, warnings, precautions, adverse reaction information, and sterilization.

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