Gliding Nail Design

The Gliding Nail system was uniquely designed to address per- and subtrochanteric fractures. These injuries are typical of the elderly and it is critical to immediately restore their weight bearing activity and reduce intra- and postoperative complication rates. The system consists of three components: Gliding Nail, Gliding Blade and Distal Locking Screws.

Anatomic Design

The Gliding Nail incorporates a 6° anatomic bend that closely matches the angle between the trochanter major axis and the extension of the femoral shaft axis, so that the insertion of the nail takes place directly on the trochanter tip. It also is expanded at the collar to avoid inserting the nail too deep, inducing varus tilting.

Intramedullary Implantation

The Gliding Nail is placed in the intramedullary canal, utilizing the biomechanical advantage of a lower bending moment. This significantly reduces the risk of fracture over extramedulary fixation devices.