Kerrison Styles
Kerrison Rongeurs are essential for spinal surgery, and they are a great instrument for decompressing the spine. Most surgeons use an 8โ length Kerrison Rongeur, for lumbar cases. Kerrison Rongeurs widths range from 1-6mm while [...]
Footplate and Ejector Options
Kerrison footplate selection is important when going into any type of spine surgery. Ultra-thin footplates are designated for the most delicate use during Anterior Cervical Discectomies or Fusions. Being ultra-thin, the surgeon can manipulate this [...]
Anatomy of a Kerrison
The Kerrison Rongeur plays an essential role in spine surgery and is designed for the most critical portion of a case decompression. Anatomically speaking, the Kerrison Rongeur has a mechanical action that emulates pulling the [...]
Preventative Maintenance
Preventative maintenance (PM) is a necessary but often overlooked aspect of Kerrison Rongeurs. By keeping up with regular Preventative maintenance schedules, facilities ensure their equipment is always operating at peak condition. Nurses, surgical technicians, and [...]
Lubrication – When and Where?
It is important to keep your instruments in good working order. This means that you need to lubricate them regularly. Decontamination and sterilization are the fundamentals of maintaining a safe and sterile medical environment. When [...]
Kerrison Inspection Points During Reprocessing
There are four main areas to inspect for your Kerrison inspection points- springs and screws, footplates, cutting edges, and a smooth function when in use. Each area requires a keen attention to detail to ensure [...]