Product Overview
The Cloward Lamina Spreader is a specialized orthopedic and neurosurgical instrument characterized by its plier-style handle and outward-expanding flat jaws. It is the primary tool used during laminectomies and discectomies to widen the space between adjacent vertebrae. By engaging the spinous processes or the laminae, the “beast” allows for “liquid-smooth” distraction, providing the surgeon with an unobstructed view of the spinal canal and nerve roots. Forged from high-tensile surgical steel, it maintains a stationary operative window under significant muscular tension.
Key Features
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“Beast-Force” Outward Expansion: The parallel-action jaws are designed to distribute force evenly across the bony surfaces. This ensures a “dead-lock” grip that prevents the instrument from slipping or “springing” out of the interlaminar space.
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Precision Ratchet-Lock Mechanism: Equipped with a multi-positional ratchet or a speed-nut locking system. This provides the clinician with the mechanical authority to maintain a specific degree of distraction hands-free, allowing for high-precision microsurgery.
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Low-Profile Tapered Jaws: The distal tips are meticulously thinned to fit into the narrowest interlaminar gaps. Once inserted, the jaws provide a “liquid-smooth” expansion that respects the integrity of the bone and surrounding ligaments.
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High-Leverage Ergonomic Handles: Features an elongated handle design that maximizes the surgeon’s manual power. The “beast” is balanced to ensure that even significant distraction requires minimal hand effort, reducing fatigue during complex multi-level cases.
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Surgical-Grade Resilience: Manufactured from premium, hardened stainless steel. It is built to withstand high-tension loads and thousands of high-heat sterilization cycles without losing its jaw alignment or ratchet precision.
