Galaxy Hybrid Fixation

The Galaxy™ Hybrid fixator provides a good stability by combining the advantages of tensioned wires and cortical screws. The system is made of TLHEX ring connected to Galaxy clamps and rods using dedicated Galaxy TL-HEX Connecting Posts.

Features & Benefits

  • Free access to surrounding tissues
  • Speed assembly: snap in system allows initial tightening by hand and final locking in one step
  • Fracture stabilization: without compromising fragile soft tissue envelope
  • Free wire placement: at multiple levels and angulations prior to ring connection
  • Versatility and modularity: offered by a comprehensive external fixation system
  • Stable & minimally invasive

For more information, see GalaxyFixation.com.

Indications

Comminuted fractures near joints​

Contraindications

  • Patients with mental or physiological conditions who are unwilling or incapable of following postoperative care instructions
  • Patients with severe osteoporosis, patients who are HIV positive and patients with severe, poorly controlled diabetes mellitus
  • Patients with foreign body sensitivity. Where material sensitivity is suspected, tests should be made prior to implant insertion