Product Overview

Tendon Hooks for the Tupper’s system are specialized, ultra-fine retractors designed to interface with Ball Chains or Elastic Bands. Unlike skin hooks, these feature a deeper, more specialized “U” or “C” shaped curvature intended to cradle a tendon. This allows the surgeon to elevate and maintain the position of a tendon during tenolysis, tendon transfers, or nerve repairs, providing a stable, hands-free operative window.

Key Features

• “Beast-Cradle” Atraumatic Curve: The hook is precision-forged with a wide, rounded internal diameter. This design distributes the retraction force across the surface of the tendon, preventing the localized “crush” injury or fraying that occurs with standard pointed hooks.

• Ultra-Polished Surface Finish: Every contact point is hand-polished to a mirror finish. This “liquid-smooth” surface ensures the tendon can glide or be manipulated without snagging the delicate epitenon.

• Modular Chain Integration: Equipped with a specialized eyelet or slot that allows for instant connection to Ball Chains. This enables the surgeon to set the “beast” tension from the peripheral frame, keeping the surgical field clear of manual retractors.

• High-Tactile Feedback: Forged from premium surgical steel that is rigid enough to hold heavy-duty tendons (like the FDP) while remaining slim enough for microsurgical maneuvers in the digital canal.

• Low-Profile Design: Engineered to minimize the footprint within the incision. This is vital when performing “under-the-bridge” dissections where space is at a premium and visibility is critical.