Subtalar joint implant FUTURA™

CONICAL SUBTALAR IMPLANT Key Benefits Exclusive conical implant geometry accommodates the sinus tarsi anatomy, aids insertion and allows for an adjustment in blocking motion. Progressively softened threads are designed to minimize edge effects that may lead to pain while resisting migration. Fully cannulated to guide accurate insertion. Apertures allow for soft tissue in-growth. Supporting instrumentation features color-coded, radio-opaque trials for verification of placement. Six sizes with the length varying with the diameter for an anatomical fit. The FUTURA™ Conical Subtalar Implant is a one-piece device made of Titanium (6AL-4V ELI) intended to be implanted into the sinus tarsi of the foot. The implant is designed in 6 sizes. The implant which is used in the treatment of excessive motion of the talus relative to the calcaneus acts as a spacer for the joint, maintaining the joint space, allowing for range of motion, but limiting excessive pronation. Indications The Conical Subtalar Implants are intended to treat hyperpronated foot and stabilize the subtalar joint. It is intended to block forward, downward and medial displacement of the talus, thus allowing normal subtalar joint motion but blocking excessive pronation and the resulting sequela. Examples include: » Flat foot treatment in children and adolescents » Congenital flat foot » Unsuccessful long term orthopedic treatment (shoes, insoles...) » Tarsal coalitions » Painful flat foot » Supple deformity in posterior tibial tendon dysfunction » Paralytic flat foot » Subtalar instability Contraindications: General contraindications for the use of these implants for joint reconstruction include