Recognize Congenital Talipes Equinovarus

A clubfoot, or the Congenital Talipes Equinovarus, is one of the most common congenital orthopedic deformities, occurs in different severity, around half of the feet are rigid and do not reveal full correction with conservative management. In developing countries, clubfoot is a significant problem and leads to an unpredictable outcome due to late presentation and parents’ ignorance. The incidence is 2-3 per 1000 live births, varying with geography and race and could be related to multi-factorial inheritance factors.

CareFix Ilizanov Fixation

The Ilizarov method’s external fixation and gradual distraction are considered the best choice of treatment for correction.

CareFix, is a professional national high-tech enterprise engaged in orthopedic medical equipment design, production, sales and service. Founded in 2009, the production site locate in Shanghai Songjiang Economic and Technological Development Zone.We establish a high standard of purification plant and quality management system according to the implantable medical device production quality management standards and requirements, and have obtained ISO13485 and CE product certification. We have more than 100 sets of specialized production, processing and testing equipment, 100,000-level purification workshop, national high-tech enterprise certification, equipped with microbiology, chemistry laboratories and mechanical testing rooms.

Features of Ilizanov Fixator

1.To follow the principle of tension and stress.
2.Minimal invasive technique, minor damage on periosteum and blood supply，fewer complications.
3.Stable fixation and effective treatment.
4.To satisfy the early functional exercises and prevent joint stiffness.
5.No influence on fixing across different joints and maximum recovery to joint function.
6.Materials are stainless steel, aluminum-zinc alloy and radiolucent carbon fiber.
7.Complete sets of components, can be assembled freely according to operation needs.

Surgery Case

Zhang Yunfeng, Director of bone and joint Rehabilitation Department, Yunnan Rehabilitation Center for the Disabled

1.Pre-operative appearance

2.Preoperative X-ray

3.In operation

4.Post-operative appearance

CareFix is a professional national high-tech enterprise engaged in orthopedic medical equipment design, production, sales and service. Founded in 2009, we’ve devoted to pediatric implants,foot & ankle implant,external fixation and spinal implants. Welcome to visit to our factory,it’s about half an hour from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport.