Invention:
This invention is a device that grips the head of a solid screw and pulls it back while the screwdriver is turned to remove the screw. While there are many different designs that are associated with different screw malfunctions, this tool is specifically designed to remove loose solid screws.
Background:
The market for orthopedic screw removal technology has very diverse players of all different sizes across the globe. Associated technologies offer an extremely diverse number of ways to extract surgical screws, and much of the recent market focus has been on compromised screw removal. The diversity and moderate risk of solid screw systems has led to an increase in the number of available tools for removing intact, fractured, loose, or otherwise compromised screws.
Applications:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Orthopedic implants
- Screw removal tools
- Veterinary orthopedics
Advantages:
- Reliable
- Low cost
- Simple usage