Clavicle fractures are commonly treated with a plate and screws. Most implants allow for a combination of locking or...
Zimmer A.L.P.S® Clavicle Plating System
The Zimmer A.L.P.S® clavicle plating system that is available for treatment of clavicle fractures. This implant specifically is fairly low profile, ideally leading to decreased prominence following surgical intervention. Anterior and superior plates options are available to the surgeon. The plate is also able to be contoured to the patient’s natural anatomy as needed. Unique to the A.L.P.S system are specific instrumentation that help prevent any neurovascular damage as well as F.A.S.T Tabs® and relief nodes that allow plate bending and breakaway as needed.