Activa IM-Nail™ -Absorbable Intramedullary Nail
Activa IM-Nail is the world’s first fully absorbable elastic nail for pediatric forearm intramedullary nailing. The Activa IM-Nail material is replaced by bone in approximately two years and eliminates the need for removal surgery. Activa IM-Nail is specially designed for pediatric use.
Individually sterile-packaged.
Patented grooved design enhances rotational stability.
The structure of the nail allows it to be inserted at a point that does not disturb the growth plate.
Designed for pediatric orthopedics.
For pediatric forearm intramedullary nailing
Activa IM-Nail™ is intended for intramedullary nailing of diaphyseal forearm fractures (radius or ulna or both) in pediatric patients from 3 years to under 13 years in the presence of appropriate immobilization.
The mechanical strength of the Activa IM-Nail™ together with cast immobilization enables stabilization of the fracture. Activa IM-Nail™ has a capacity to maintain alignment of the fracture line for at least 8 weeks to support to the healing tissue until it has achieved its original function. Therefore, Activa IM-Nail™ continues to support the healing even after the cast removal at week 4 or later.
The osteoconductive tricalcium-phosphate marker in the tip of Activa IM-Nail™ allows mini-invasive navigation with enhanced implant visibility in the x-ray. Activa IM-Nail™ can be trimmed (lenght) to be suitable also for more distal diaphyseal intramedullary radius and ulna fracture fixations.
Patient Benefits
Patented Auto Compression™ technology
Activa IM-Nail’s patented Auto-Compression™ technology reduces the risk of unstable fixation. This technology tightens the fracture line and it provides additional support to proper ossification.
Absorption Within Approximately 2 years
Activa IM-Nail is absorbable and the implant degrades slowly in the span of approximately two years transferring the stress to the healing bone and assisting in the healing process.
Faster healing
The absorption of Activa IM-Nail eliminates the need for removal surgery, reducing the risk of implant-related long-term complications and facilitating a smoother healing process.
Indication Examples of Activa Series
Foot & Ankle
The Activa series applies for fractures and orthopedic conditions in foot and ankle.
Availability of products and their approved intended uses and indications may vary by region. For details, please contact Bioretec customer service.
Knee
The Activa series applies for fractures and orthopedic conditions in knee.
Availability of products and their approved intended uses and indications may vary by region. For details, please contact Bioretec customer service.
Upper Extremity
The Activa series applies for fractures and orthopedic conditions in Upper Extremity.
Availability of products and their approved intended uses and indications may vary by region. For details, please contact Bioretec customer service.
Pediatric
The Activa implants are clinically tested for over 20 years, are used in more than 40 countries, and have helped hundreds of thousands of adult and pediatric patients.
Availability of products and their approved intended uses and indications may vary by region. For details, please contact Bioretec customer service.
Activa -The Difference
Medial malleolus fracture of a 12-year old girl with absorbable ActivaScrew™ LAG
- From Intra Operative to 26 weeks
- Longstanding reliability
- Cost-effective solution
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Activa IM-Nail™
| Dimensions Ø 2.0, 2.7 and 3.2 mm and lengths 200, 300 and 400 mm. |
Material Self-reinforced PLGA (poly-L-lactide-co-glycolide polymer) and osteoconductive tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) marker in the tip. |
| Anatomical locations Forearm (radius and ulna) |
Certificates CE-approved |
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