
Interlocking nails are long, metal rods inserted into the medullary cavity of long bones (like femur, tibia, or humerus) to stabilize fractures. They are “locked” with screws at both ends to prevent rotation and shortening of the bone.
Features:
Made of stainless steel or titanium
Available in various lengths and diameters
Holes at both ends for interlocking screws
Can be solid or cannulated (hollow)
Uses:
Stabilizing complex long bone fractures
Treating diaphyseal and some metaphyseal fractures
Used in trauma and orthopedic surgery for faster healing and weight-bearing