Thin Footplate Kerrison Rongeurs 1 2 3 4 5mm Up Bite 40 Neuro Spine Orthopedic Instruments

Controlled Bone Removal with an Extra-Thin Footplate

The Thin Footplate Kerrison Rongeur is a surgical biting instrument designed for controlled removal of small amounts of bone or other hard tissue during general, neuro, spine, and orthopedic procedures. Its extra-thin footplate supports access in confined operative fields, while the up-bite configuration helps direct the biting action toward the intended area. The 40-style design and 5mm bite size provide a defined working profile for instrument selection and handling. As part of the Kerrison rongeur family, it supports deliberate tissue-side manipulation and may help maintain a clear working approach during detail-oriented surgical tasks.

Use Cases

• Use for controlled biting and removal of bone during general surgical procedures.
• Support neuro, spine, and orthopedic workflows requiring an up-biting Kerrison rongeur.
• Use the extra-thin footplate when access around a confined operative area is important.
• Apply the 5mm bite size when a defined bite profile is appropriate for the task.
• Incorporate into instrument setups where precise handling and incremental tissue removal are required.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument promptly after use according to facility procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions for reprocessing.
• Inspect the footplate, biting edges, joints, and handle before and after use for visible soil, damage, or restricted movement.
• Handle the biting end carefully during transport, cleaning, and setup to help protect the working edges.
• Store the rongeur in a clean, dry environment where the footplate and biting mechanism are protected from impact.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.