Orthofix Medical Inc. announced first U.S. implant of the Fitbone? Transport and Lengthening System. Used to treat large bone defects in the femur and tibia due to trauma, infectious or malignant conditions, the device is the only intramedullary nail designed to transport or lengthen the bone through a single surgery.

. The Fitbone Transport and Lengthening System features the same motorized technology found in the Fitbone TAA Intramedullary Lengthening System, a product that has been in clinical use for more than 20 years and is supported by numerous publications. Implanted through a minimally invasive procedure, the system consists of the motorized intramedullary nail, a receiver and an external control set that enables the patient to manage the distraction phase at home.

Once the treatment is complete, the nail and receiver are removed. Orthofix is the only orthopedic company that offers a comprehensive portfolio of both internal and external fixation solutions for limb reconstruction and deformity correction procedures. Those attending the Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society (LLRS) Annual Meeting July 11-13 in Hollywood, Florida can learn more about the Fitbone Transport Nail and Limb Lengthening System as well as the company?s full portfolio of orthopedic solutions by visiting the Orthofix booth.

The Fitbone Transport and Lengthening System is currently available in the U.S. under a limited market release.