Synthes The Titanium Femoral Nail System, Technique Manual

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Spiral Blade Locking
(continued)
Grip the blue handle of
the inserter with one hand,
and tap on the end of the
connecting screw with the
700 gram hammer to insert
the Spiral Blade. The blade
should advance with each
hammer blow. Monitor blade
insertion radiographically.
The blade is fully inserted
when its hub is flush with
the lateral cortex. Disconnect
the insertion assembly and
remove the guide wire. Use
bone wax to protect the
threads of the Spiral Blade,
if desired.
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Insert the Spiral Blade
Seat the Spiral Blade. Note the transverse position of the T-handle.