Inserting the Nail

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Inserting the Nail Using the 700 g Hammer (or Ram assembly), drive the nail into the canal with measured blows. The image intensifier should be used to monitor the passage of the nail across the fracture site. Control rotation of the nail using the Insertion Handle.

The nail should advance into the medullary canal with each blow of the Hammer. If resistance is encountered, remove the nail and ream the canal an additional 0.5 mm. Reinsert the nail.

As the bend in the nail passes the insertion point, the surgeon will feel a release of tension. Insert the proximal nail end below the bone surface. When the nail is fully seated, remove the Curved Driving Piece and Driving Head (or Ram assembly), and 3.0 mm Guide Rod.


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