The HandMe® Retractor: a radiolucent tool revolutionizing hand surgery instruments!

Learn more about this innovative new surgical product from June Medical!

The HandMe Retractor is an innovative solution for hand surgery, designed to improve surgical access while keeping the operating field clear; coupled with its radiolucent design, it allows X-ray imaging without needing to remove the retractor, helping to avoid unnecessary interruptions during procedures.

Purpose-designed digit holders and skin hooks provide stable, gentle retraction, elevating the fingers to improve access and visibility of the underlying tissue.

By combining the functions of a lead hand, retractor, skin hooks and finger-hats, HandMe offers a practical 3-in-1 solution that can reduce instrument clutter and the need for additional assistance.

The versatile HandMe Retractor can be used for hand surgeries such as Dupuytren’s, CMCJ, Trauma and Nerve Repairs. It is a new invention specifically designed for improving access and vision for hand surgeons, whilst reducing the clutter and cost of multiple instruments. With it’s patented design, it creates a clean surgical field, allowing unprecedented control for the surgeon.

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Reducing Hand Surgery Complications with HandMe Retractor

To hold the hand open for surgery, a lead hand or base plate is often used to stretch the hand and keep the palm and fingers open. Once the incision is made, a retractor is placed into the incision to keep the tissue apart for the surgeon to access. After this, an assistant or sutures hold back the tissue flaps so they don’t get in the way of the operation whilst the surgeon addresses the underlying issue.

Along side needing to be removed when an X-ray is required, the current solution uses several devices to accomplish access, vision and control of the surgical site.

It is resource heavy, both in managing the instruments before, during and after surgery, as well as leads to a cluttered and busy surgical site for the operating surgeon, whilst working in the very small surgical field in the anatomy of the hand. The hand is an intricate part of the body, and expertise and precision is paramount. De-cluttering simplifies and improves ergonomics AND improves access, as well as reducing costs.

Feedback from hand surgeon in the UK: “Normally it is a struggle to get retractors to stay in, so this is great.”

Innovations in Reconstructive Hand Surgery:
The HandMe Advantage

The HandMe Retractor is made of a strong and resilient material that can be recycled (but not resterilised). The hand surgery retractor has slots to secure small, low-profile hooks to hold tissue back, and finger-hat accessories to secure the digits in place as surgery progresses.  High tension hooks are placed into the skin/ligaments/tendons and secured around the frame base, whilst a slightly raised platform allows selected digits to rest comfortably and secure.

The hooks are low-profile, 3mm sharp hooks designed to hold tissue without causing unnecessary trauma. The finger-hats secure selected digits to the raised platform and are shaped not to limit blood flow. They are slightly rugged to prevent slipping, even with fluid present. The frame is radiolucent, so surgeons don’t need to remove it during X-ray.

  • Precision retraction for surgical site
  • Uninterrupted fluoroscopic and X-ray imaging during the procedure
  • Reduced tissue trauma
  • Enhanced visibility and access for surgeons

“I have been wanting one of these for a long time! Thank you for thinking of us hand surgeons.”

HandMe Retractor kits:
Technical Specifications

The HandMe Retractor kit contents:

  • Frame: U-shaped half-moon made out of 36 g of medical-grade Terlux®. The dimensions are 22cm x 16cm x 3cm. HandMe is designed to fit all patients, both paediatric and adult. The retractor comes sterile and is disposable.
  • Finger hats: A unique way to secure digits to the frame without restricting blood flow, especially important for older patients. Gently curved for a firm hold, with a dimpled surface to prevent slipping. Made of Terlux® and silicone. The central part is 2.3cm x 1cm and the tails are 12cm long. Each kit includes 2 finger hats: one for single digits and one for double digits.
  • Ties: There are 80 cm of straight, uncut silicone tie included in the HandMe Kit that can be used to secure additional digits or cut to the desired length, depending on your preference.
  • Tissue Hooks: 6 x 3mm, 9cm long, low-profile sharp hooks made of stainless steel and silicone.

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How to use HandMe Retractor

The HandMe Retractor is an innovative 3-in-1 surgical tool for hand surgeries like Dupuytren’s, enhancing access, visibility, and control while reducing instrument clutter. It replaces the need for traditional tools such as the lead hand, retractors, and sutures.

01

Open the sterile product

Into the sterile field.

02

Place the retractor

frame plate: One or two digits above the plate as required, the rest of digits can stay underneath to improve vision and access. (If desired, all digits can sit on top of the frame plate and be held back by the tie.)

03

Secure digit(s) with anti-slip FingerHats

by placing the FingerHat on top of the digit and securing the straps in (any) slots on the frame to position the hand as desired. Long tie string can be cut to size to secure additional digits, or used as is (if needed). For very strong contraction in the digit(s), double-wrap the strap in two slots for extra traction and secure hold.

04

Fasten the Hooks

3mm Sharp stainless steel, low-profile hooks are placed into the tissue and secured in any slot on the frame plate. These can be repositioned at any time by removing the hook from the tissue and reposition it in any slot. Hooks are used both to hold skin open or to position or secure tendons, ligaments or muscle.

05

(If needed) Silicone Ties

Versatile, adjustable length. Can be used in a wide variety of ways.

06

Retracting tissue:

As surgery progresses, hooks can be repositioned as needed.

07

After surgery

skin hooks are discarded, and HandMe frame plate and ties can be recycled (NOT resterilised) where facilities exist.

Reduced Environmental Impact with HandMe Retractor

HandMe Hand Retractor with single digit raised for a range of hand surgery procedures (like Dupuytren's)

HandMe is designed with the environment in mind, and can be recycled!

Using modern manufacturing materials and processes, HandMe is created using engineering that allow for minimal material with maximum stability. Not needing washing and resterilising, using environmentally damaging resources, HandMe can be recycled to suitable facilities.  In the UK, all surgical waste is incinerated, and the output from the process of burning is immeasurable amount of CO2 and a small amount of soot.

 

UK Manufactured

     A reduction in air miles travelling to your site

 

Using HandMe will optimise surgical planning – no more waiting for instruments to be cleaned!

When time between surgeries is time wasted/costing money, turnover times are increasingly important. Using HandMe to replace the use of lead hand/gelpie/assistant etc saves not only on preparation time, but also reduces the need to coordinate with sterilisation and transport. The compact kits contain everything needed: the frame, the hooks, the finger hats and the ties, all efficiently packed in one sterile kit, ready for use whenever needed.

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HandMe Retractor Frequently Asked Questions

“Can I try HandMe?”

Of course; email contact@junemedical.com

“Can HandMe be recycled?”

Yes.

“Do you have different sizes for the HandMe frame?”

No, the frame is designed to fit all hand sizes and has been tested to work from 5 years old to adult (glove size XXL).

“How many HandMe come in a box?”

10 per box.

“Is HandMe available in the USA/EU/UK?”

Yes, HandMe is approved and available.

“Where is HandMe manufactured?”

In Brighton, United Kingdom.

“Can HandMe be resterilised?”

No, the material is not possible to reprocess.

“Can I buy more Sharp 3mm hooks than the 6 that are in the kit? I use 7 for each case.”

Yes, we also sell them separately, single packed in a box of 50. Order code is #GX40.

About Hand Surgery

Your hands and wrists are essential tools that allow you to work, play and perform everyday activities.  How well the hand and wrist work together depends on the integrity and function of the ligaments, tendons, muscles, joints, and bones. Problems in any of these can affect upper extremity function, disrupt life at home and work, and negatively impact quality of life.

The human hand itself is very complex and delicate in structure. Hand surgery requires a completely different surgical approach from a qualified hand and wrist surgeon, whether treating fractures, arthritis or deformities. Hand surgery traditionally treats the entire hand, wrist, and forearm.  Again, this whole region works as a single unit, and the dysfunction of a single part needs consideration of the whole. 

Problems of the hand and wrist include carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, tendonitis, arthritis, fractures, nerve compression, peripheral nerve damage, CMCJ, brachial plexus injuries, thoracic outlet syndrome, athletic injuries, trauma, and elective surgeries, among other conditions.

Tips for Healthy Hands and Wrists

People use their hands and wrists for the bulk of their activities during the day, mostly without ever stopping to think about it. But people with arthritis, trigger finger, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other ailments that affect the hand and wrist realise how important they are to everyday tasks.

The wrist and hand are one of the most intricate yet vulnerable areas to injure in the body. But by taking the time to understand a few basic preventative procedures, people will be able to keep the wrist and hand in good shape and avoid having to see an orthopaedic hand specialist or hand and wrist surgeon altogether.

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