Synthes USS II, Manual

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32 Synthes USS II Handling technique
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Place persuader on implant
Slide the cylinder of the persuader on the stick and the leg of
the pliers on the rod.
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Attach counter torque for rod introduction pliers
The counter torque/support for rod introduction pliers serves
as a locking device when lifting the implants and allows the
implants to be rotated.
Slide the counter torque for rod introduction pliers on to
the projecting end of the stick and pull the lever at the same
time (1). The fork-shaped opening of the counter torque
must point upwards. Release the lever so that the fork of
the counter torque engages in the hexagonal socket of the
stick (2).
Locking Implants to Rods
Variation C: Rod Introduction Pliers
(“Persuader”)