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ExploR®  Modular Radial Head System

A modular, easy-to-assemble alternative to one-piece head/stem designs

The ExploR® Modular Radial Head offers an efficient, practical solution for treating degenerative or post-traumatic conditions of the proximal radial head/neck.

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One-Piece Head/Stem Design

The ExploR® Modular Radial Head’s modular design means that the head and stem can be selected independently, allowing the head to closely match the diameter of the articulating surface of the native radial head while facilitating optimal stem fixation. 

Procedures

  • Replacement of the radial head for degenerative or post-traumatic disabilities

Philosophies

  • Resection of Radial Neck

Application

  • Primary replacement after fracture of the radial head.
  • Symptomatic sequelae after radial head resection.

The system can be used for primary and revision joint arthroplasty with cemented or uncemented press-fit applications.

Insertion Technique

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Insertion technique allows for preservation of the radial collateral ligament

Reproduction

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Reproduces natural articulation of radio-capitellar and radio-ulnar joints

Modular Design

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Modular design allows the head to be replaced without removing the implanted stem

Features

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ExploR Modular Radial Heads

Degenerative or post-traumatic conditions

ExploR Modular Radial Stems

Cemented or uncemented press-fit applications

ExploR Screw

Easy to assemble

Resources

Literature

Education

ExploR Modular Radial Head Surgical Technique

An anterolateral approach (Kaplan/Thompson) to the elbow between the extensor digitorum communis (EDC) and the extensor carpi radialis longus/brevis (ECRL, ECRB) is preferred and allows for preservation of the lateral collateral ligament (Figure 2). To facilitate the surgeon’s determination of proper soft tissue tension, preservation of the lateral collateral ligament is important. An alternate posterolateral (Kocher) approach can be used for better exposure of the lateral column. The anconeus and extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) interval should be identified to protect the posterior interosseus nerve.
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