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X-Twist Fixation System

X-Twist Fixation System

X-Twist Fixation System

Product catalog summary
Overview
The X-Twist™ Fixation System is a versatile, knotless suture anchor system designed for soft tissue repair. It offers multiple configurations and is available in PEEK or biocomposite materials, suitable for various surgical procedures including single or double row applications.
Specifications
  • Anchor Sizes: 4.75mm, 5.5mm, 6.25mm
  • Materials: PEEK for nonresorbable stability or biocomposite (70% PLGA and 30% B-TCP) for gradual bony ingrowth
  • Suture Capacity: Accommodates four 2mm tapes and three #2 sutures
Design Features
  • Open Architecture: 1.4mm vents enhance marrow flow for healing and bony ingrowth.
  • X-Spline™ Drive: Provides double the torsional efficiency of traditional drives.
  • Double Helix Design: Features two independent threads for faster insertion.
Performance
  • Demonstrated 12% stronger pull-out strength in biocomposite and 25% stronger in PEEK compared to Arthrex SwiveLock C anchors.
Instrumentation
  • Reusable tools include taps, awls, drills, and a sterilization tray.
Product Range
  • Available in various configurations with different suture tapes and materials.
Contact Information
Anika Therapeutics, Inc., Parcus Medical, LLC, Sarasota, FL. For more details, visit www.anika.com.
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X-Twist Fixation System-1

X-Twist™ Fixation System Product Brochure Simply Versatile A system designed for reproducibility and confidence in soft tissue repair

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X-Twist Fixation System-2

X-Twist Fixation System The X-Twist™ is a knotless, open architecture, and fast inserting suture anchor system with multiple configurations. 4.75mm Available in PEEK or biocomposite material, the X-Twist Fixation System is designed for versatility across procedures: Single or double row Medial and/or lateral row applications Knotless and fully knotted constructs #2 Suture Two 1.6mm Suture Tapes High Suture Tape Capacity Sliding Retention Sutures Open Architecture Design Simultaneously accommodates four 2mm tapes plus three #2 sutures in the distal PEEK eyelet Can be incorporated into repair or...

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X-Twist Fixation System-3

Secure Fixation with Fully Threaded Design X-Twist’s fully threaded anchors provide purchase into cortical and cancellous bone, resulting in a strong, stable repair that resists micromotion and pullout. PULL-OUT STRENGTH COMPARISON Anika X-Twist™ vs. Arthrex® SwiveLock® C Anika X-Twist Biocomposite demonstrated: Anika X-Twist PEEK Arthrex SwiveLock C PEEK Anika X-Twist PEEK demonstrated: pull-out strength than the Arthrex SwiveLock C PEEK anchors pull-out strength than the Arthrex SwiveLock C biocomposite anchors N = 8/product; Tensile strength testing completed in 10 lb/ft3 polyurethane foam...

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X-Twist Fixation System-4

X-Twist™ PEEK Screw-In Suture Anchors X-Twist Biocomposite Screw-In Suture Anchors Suture Tape ^See IFU or Technique Guide for instrumentation guide by anchor size and bone quality *DEX = Distal Extremity This document and information is intended for markets where regulatory approval has been granted. Anika, Parcus, Parcus Braid , X-Spline, X-Twist, Stay Active, and Restore Active Living are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Anika Therapeutics, Inc. and its affiliates in certain jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. System designed and manufactured...

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