While tension band pinning with K-Wires is a well-accepted form of fixation, doctors have voiced their frustration around the post-surgical complications associated with these pins. Often, patient care is impacted and a secondary procedure is required to address prominence of the K-Wire at the insertion site and/or migration of the pin out of the bone. Acumed recognized these problems and has developed the first interlocking system designed to provide low profile, secure fixation.
While tension band pinning with K-Wires