For the First Time in Georgia, the I-Lock Interlocking Nail System Has Been Introduced at Veterinarium

For the First Time in Georgia, the I-Lock Interlocking Nail System Has Been Introduced at Veterinarium. 

For the first time in Georgia, Veterinarium has introduced the I-Lock Interlocking Nail System, developed by the Finnish company Mathemedix Oy. 

At Veterinarium, we are continuously committed to offering our patients modern, safe, and effective treatment options. 

For this purpose, we have acquired this system, which represents one of the contemporary approaches to the surgical management of long bone fractures.

This system allows for the placement of a specialized interlocking intramedullary nail within the bone, which is further secured with locking screws to maintain stable and precise alignment. This technique provides both axial and rotational stability, which is particularly important in the management of complex fractures. Due to these advantages, similar fixation methods are widely used in human medicine for diaphyseal fractures of long bones.

Studies have shown that such systems can withstand approximately four times greater loads, significantly increasing fixation reliability and reducing the risk of implant failure.

As noted in a 2024 scientific article, “A generic precurved interlocking nail is more compatible with femoral and tibial morphology than a straight nail in dog”, “Interlocking nails have been shown to offer greater stiffness in compression and 4-point bending and greater resistance to failure in compression, torsion, and 4-point bending than locking compression plates.”

In addition, this approach significantly reduces soft tissue trauma, lowering the risk of complications and improving overall clinical outcomes.

With this investment, Veterinarium continues to advance modern veterinary surgery, where technology and professional expertise come together to support the health of our patients. 

Full article: https://hal.science/hal-04987433v1/document

Photos were taken at Veterinarium.