Synthes The Titanium Femoral Nail System, Technique Manual

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Remove the insertion instruments.
Using the hexagonal screwdriver
or ratchet wrench with socket
extension, align the end cap
with the nail axis to prevent
cross-threading. Thread the
blue end cap into the nail
until it seats fully.
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Use the ratchet to insert the blue
end cap
End cap fully seated
As the final threads of the end
cap turn into the nail, the
surgeon will feel increased
resistance. Continue turning
until the shoulder of the end
cap contacts the proximal
nail end. This will help
prevent backout.
SPIRAL
BLADE
LOCKING
Use the hexagonal screwdriver to
insert the blue end cap