Proximal Locking
Align the inserter handle so it is in the same plane as the
femoral shaft (parallel with the femoral shaft axis when
viewed laterally).
Notes
– The handle may be off axis clockwise by as much as 10°.
It may not be off axis counterclockwise, as this will pre-
vent the locking mechanism from fully engaging the screw.
– Advance the 11 mm screw in 1.75 mm increments by
turning the handle 180° (or 3.5 mm by turning 360°).
– When aligning the inserter handle, always rotate the
handle clockwise, further engaging the screw in the bone.
Do not rotate counterclockwise, as this will leave a gap
between the screw and the bone.
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Synthes
TFN – Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail System
Technique Guide