
Locking plates are specialized orthopedic implants used to stabilize broken bones. Unlike traditional bone plates, they use locking screws that thread into the plate itself, creating a fixed-angle construct for added stability.
Features:
Screws “lock” into the plate holes
Made from biocompatible metals like titanium or stainless steel
Available in anatomical shapes for various bones (e.g., femur, humerus)
Uses:
Fractures in osteoporotic or weak bones
Complex fractures where traditional plating may not hold well
Periarticular fractures near joints