MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail.

Proximal humeral nail with multiple

locking options for simple and complex
fractures.

Technique Guide
Table of Contents

Introduction MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail 2

Screw Configuration 4

AO Principles 5

Indications 6

Clinical Cases 7

Surgical Technique Patient Positioning 10

Approach 11

Opening the Humerus 13

Nail Insertion 16

Nail Positioning 18

Proximal Locking 22
MultiLoc Screws 22
3.5 mm Locking Screws 26

Distal Locking 30

End Cap Insertion 34

Implant Removal (Optional) 37

Product Information Implants 40

Instruments 45

Set Lists 54

Image intensier control

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MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail.

Proximal humeral nail with multiple locking options for

simple and complex fractures.
MultiLoc Screws
1 Blunt screw tips to minimize the risks
associated with secondary screw
perforation
2 Countersunk screwheads to reduce
implant prominence
3 Four suture holes per screw, for
attachment of the rotator cuff muscles
4 Option for secondary 3.5 mm locking
screws, for improved stability where
needed*

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MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail Ascending screw option to provide
Cannulated nails in right and left support to the calcar
designs, 8.0 mm and 9.5 mm diame- Multiplanar distal locking options for
ters, and 160 mm length, to ensure less implant toggling in the medullary
optimal fit in the canal canal
Straight nail for central insertion Fully targeted locking options for
point, to avoid potential insertion accurate screw insertion
through the fracture site, increasing Polyethylene inlay for secure screw
biomechanical stability fixation

Angular Stable Locking System ASLS

(optional)
Improved fixation in poor bone quality.

* Comparative testing was conducted by Synthes secondary 3.5 mm locking screws were assembled
with the MultiLoc Humeral Nail construct with the proximal LM screws and the construct
implanted in polyurethane foam block material of was subjected to the static mediolateral bending
multiple densities. Static bend testing was force. Test results showed that in 10 pcf foam
conducted to compare the stability of the nail material, the MultiLoc Humeral Nail construct
construct with and without the secondary 3.5 mm failed at 315 N (mean) with secondary locking
locking screws assembled with the proximal screws assembled with LM screws vs. 230 N
lateromedial (LM) screws. The static bending force (mean) without secondary locking screws. In 7.5
was applied to the test constructs in an eccentric, pcf foam material, the construct failure occurred at
mediolateral direction.Testing was conducted with 141 N (mean) with secondary 3.5 mm locking
the test sample constructs implanted in foam block screws vs 123 N (mean) without secondary 3.5 mm
material with densities of 5.5 pcf (pounds per locking screws. In 5.5 pcf foam material, the
cubic foot), 7.5 pcf, and 10 pcf. Failure was construct failed at 137 N (mean) with secondary
defined as varus collapse of 10 mm or cutout of 3.5 mm locking screws vs. 94 N (mean) without
the proximal screws. Results showed as much as a secondary 3.5 mm locking screws.
45% increase in construct stability when the

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Screw Configuration

Proximal locking: Levels A to D

The three lateral screws (greater tuberosity, levels A, B, and
D) must be used in any fracture situation, as they ensure the
basic stability of the construct.
Screw type: A
4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws (gold) B

The anterior screw (lessor tuberosity, level C) increases the C

stability of the construct. It may be used in fractures with a D
lesser tuberosity fragment if the fragment is large enough
to accommodate the screwhead. Do not insert a 3.5 mm E
locking screw in this location.
Screw type:
4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws (gold)

Additional locking screws (greater tuberosity, levels A, B,

and D) may be inserted through the screwheads of the
lateral screws, to increase stability of the osteosynthesis.
These locking screws are aimed posteriorly where increased
bone density may be present. These additional screws may
be especially useful in osteopenic bone.*
F
Screw type (optional):
3.5 mm Titanium Locking Screws (green)

Ascending screw: Level E G

The ascending screw supports the medial calcar region which
can be helpful in medially comminuted fractures.
Screw types:
4.0 mm Titanium Locking Screws (blue)
4.0 mm Titanium ASLS Screws (brown; optional)

Distal locking: Levels F and G

The two distal locking screws are located in different
planes to reduce implant toggling in the humeral canal,
compared to monoplanar locking.
Screw types:
4.0 mm Titanium Locking Screws (blue)
4.0 mm Titanium ASLS Screws (brown; optional)

* Comparative testing conducted by Synthes with the MultiLoc Proximal Humeral

Nail construct implanted in polyurethane foam block material of multiple densities.
Testing compared the stability of the nail construct with and without secondary
3.5 mm locking screws assembled with the proximal lateral screws. Results
showed as much as a 45% increase in construct stability when the secondary
3.5 mm locking screws were assembled with the proximal lateral screws and the
construct was subjected to a static mediolateral bending force. Bench test
results do not necessarily reflect clinical performance.

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AO Principles

In 1958, the AO formulated four basic principles, which

have become the guidelines for internal fixation.1 They are:

Anatomic reduction
Fracture reduction and fixation to restore anatomical
relationships.

Stable fixation
Stability by fixation or splintage, as the personality of the
fracture and the injury requires.

Preservation of blood supply

Preservation of the blood supply to soft tissue and bone
by careful handling.

Early, active mobilization

Early and safe active mobilization of the part and patient.

1. M.E. Mller, M. Allgwer, R. Schneider, and H. Willenegger.

Manual of Internal Fixation, 3rd Edition. Berlin: Springer-Verlag. 1991.

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Indications

The MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail is indicated for fractures

of the proximal humerus, including:
2-part surgical neck fractures
3-part fractures
4-part fractures

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Clinical Cases

Case 1: 2-part surgical neck fracture

78-year-old woman. Simple fall.

Treatment with:
8.0 mm MultiLoc nail
3 MultiLoc screws (levels A, B, and D)
Standard distal locking

Preoperative, AP view Postoperative, AP view

Preoperative, scapular Y-view Postoperative lateral view

*Results from case studies are not predictive of results

in other cases. Results in other cases may vary.

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Clinical Cases

Case 2: 3-part fracture

53-year-old woman. Simple fall, after 6

weeks of conservative treatment with
severe pain and impossible active
rehabilitation. Treatment with:
9.5 mm MultiLoc nail
3 MultiLoc screws (levels A, B, and D)
3.5 mm locking screw (screw-in-screw)
(level A)
Ascending screw with ASLS
Distal locking with ASLS

Preoperative, AP view Postoperative, AP view

Preoperative, scapular Y-view Postoperative lateral view

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Case 3: Osteoporotic 4-part fracture

80-year-old woman. Simple fall. Treat-

ment with:
8.0 mm MultiLoc nail
3 MultiLoc screws (levels A, B, and D)
3.5 mm locking screw (screw-in-screw)
(level A)
Suture fixation of lesser tuberosity
fragment
Standard distal locking

Preoperative, AP view Preoperative, scapular Y-view

Preoperative, 3-D CT reconstruction Postoperative lateral view

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Patient Positioning

1
Position patient
Position the patient in a beach chair position on a radiolu-
cent table. Support the shoulder with pads and place the
fractured arm on an adjustable side table or arm rest. Ensure
that the arm can be sufficiently reclined to expose the
humeral head anterior to the acromion.

Ensure that the C-arm placement allows visualization of the

entire humerus in two planes, e.g., at the head of the patient
or contralateral to the injured arm.

A modified supine position on a completely radiolucent table

can also be used. Position the C-arm to allow visualization of
the entire humerus in the AP and lateral planes. Place the
C-arm opposite the surgeon, perpendicular to the longitudinal
axis of the humeral shaft in the AP view.

Obtain a scapular Y lateral view by bringing the C-arm

through a 90 arc and projecting the beam directly at the
glenoid.

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Approach

2
Approach Infraspinatus muscle
Perform an anterolateral approach. Begin the incision at the Acromion
anterolateral tip of the acromion and carry it distally over
the deltoid muscle. Split the deltoid muscle at the tendinous Supraspinatus muscle
intersection between the anterior and the middle third along
its fibers and retract it.

In complex fractures, a better view may be achieved by

partially detaching the deltoid muscle from the anterior
border of the acromion.

Caution: Do not extend the approach too far distally, to

Greater tuberosity
prevent iatrogenic injury of the axillary nerve. The nerve may
be identified by gentle palpation or careful dissection. A stay
suture may be placed, to prevent further extension of the
Deltoid muscle
incision.

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Approach

3
Reduce fracture

Instrument

292.16 1.6 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point,

150 mm

Reduce the fracture via indirect reduction maneuvers, traction

sutures, an elevator, or Schanz screws or Kirschner wires
used as joysticks.

If necessary, use Kirschner wires to hold the fragments tem-

porarily in place during insertion of the implant. Ensure that
the Kirschner wires do not block insertion of the nail.

Check the reduction under imaging.

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Opening the Humerus

1
Determine entry point
The ideal entry point is situated at the apex of the humeral
head, in line with the medullary canal in both AP and lateral
views. This point is located posterolateral to the biceps tendon
and medial to the sulcus between the greater tuberosity and
the humeral head.

Note: If the acromion inhibits access to the ideal entry point,

extend the shoulder to move the apex of the humeral head
in front of the acromion.

Entry point

Long biceps tendon

Sulcus

Lesser tuberosity

Greater tuberosity

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Opening the Humerus

2
Insert guide rod

Instruments

03.019.026 2.5 mm Guide Rod with Stop, trocar tip,

230 mm

393.105 Small Universal Chuck with T-Handle

Partially insert the guide rod at the appropriate insertion

point, using the small universal chuck.

Check the position of the guide rod in both AP and lateral

views.

Make a longitudinal incision of 1 to 2 cm through the

supraspinatus tendon along its fibers, at the position of the
guide rod. Use holding sutures and retractors to obtain
access to the operative field.

Advance the guide rod until its stop reaches the bone surface.

Remove the small universal chuck.

Continue with Step 3, Option A.

Caution: Do not damage the hypovascular zone of the

rotator cuff near its insertion on the humerus.

Alternative technique: Insert K-wire

Instrument

292.26 2.5 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point, 285 mm

If the cannulated awl is preferred for opening the medullary

canal, insert a 2.5 mm Kirschner wire instead of the guide rod.

Continue with Step 3, Option B.

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Open medullary canal
Option A: With hollow drill bit

Instruments

03.019.003 10.0 mm Hollow Drill Bit, for MultiLoc Humeral

Nailing System
or
03.019.004 11.5 mm Hollow Drill Bit, for 9.5 mm MultiLoc
Proximal Humeral Nail

03.019.027 Protection Sleeve, for 03.019.003 and

03.019.004

Pass the hollow drill bit through the protection sleeve and
over the guide rod to the bone. Drill to the depth of the
medullary canal.

Remove the hollow drill bit, protection sleeve, and guide rod.

Note: Use the 11.5 mm hollow drill bit marked with a gold
band for the 9.5 mm MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail. For all
other nails, use the 10.0 mm hollow drill bit.

Nail dia. Hollow drill bit

Nail (mm) (mm)

MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail 8.0 10.0

MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail 9.5 11.5 (gold)

Option B: With awl

Instrument

03.010.039 10.0 mm Cannulated Awl

Pass the cannulated awl over the Kirschner wire to the bone.
Use a twisting motion to advance the awl to the depth of
the medullary canal.

Remove the awl and the Kirschner wire.

Caution: When using the cannulated awl, take care to not

displace the fracture, especially in complex fracture cases.

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Nail Insertion

1
Assemble insertion instruments

Instruments

03.019.006 Insertion Handle for MultiLoc Proximal Humeral

Nail

03.019.007 Connecting Screw, cannulated, for MultiLoc

Humeral Nail

321.16 Combination Wrench, 11.0 mm width across

flats

Orient the insertion handle laterally and match the geometry

of the insertion handle to the nail. Pass the connecting screw
through the insertion handle and into the nail. Secure the
assembly with the combination wrench.

Note: The anatomic design of the MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail requires right and left versions. Nails are labeled
RIGHT or LEFT.

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2
Insert nail
Insert and advance the nail into the medullary canal using
twisting motions. Orient the insertion handle laterally.

Monitor the nail passage across the fracture and control it in

two planes to avoid misalignment.

In case of a metaphyseal fracture, advance the nail to the

fracture site, reduce the fracture and continue into the
diaphysis.

Check the nail position in AP and lateral views.

Caution: The proximal end of the nail must be inserted below

the humeral head surface to avoid impingement.

Warning: Do not use a hammer, as this may increase the

risk of iatrogenic fractures.

Notes:
If nail insertion is difficult, choose a smaller diameter nail
or ream the intramedullary canal to a larger diameter.
Pressure against the elbow when advancing the nail
prevents distraction and potential healing problems.

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Nail Positioning

1
Assemble lateral aiming arm

Instruments

03.019.008 Aiming Arm, lateral, for MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail

03.019.030 Aiming Arm Knob

Insert the knob into the aiming arm, ensuring that the aim-
ing arm is oriented correctly. Attach the aiming arm to the
insertion handle and tighten the knob.

Note: Ensure the aiming arm shows RIGHT if used for the
right humerus and LEFT if used for the left humerus.

Optional technique: Assemble anterior aiming arm for

anterior screw (level C) or ascending screw (level E)

Instruments

03.019.009 Aiming Arm, anterior, for MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail

03.019.031 Aiming Arm Knob

If the anterior screw (lesser tuberosity) or the ascending

screw will be used, connect the anterior aiming arm to the
insertion handle and tighten the knob.

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2
Position nail: Insertion depth

Instrument

292.26 2.5 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point, 285 mm

The proximal nail end should be at least 2 to 3 mm below

the cartilage to minimize the risk of impingement while
maximizing stability. This determines the insertion depth of
the implant.

Check the proximal nail position clinically and under imaging.

Technique tip: To better identify the proximal nail end, place

a 2.5 mm Kirschner wire through the hole in the aiming arm
marked 0.

Optional technique: Ascending screw (level E)

If the ascending screw is used, place a 2.5 mm Kirschner
wire through the hole in the anterior aiming arm marked
ASCEND. Adjust the position of the image intensifier or
the patients arm so that the circle of the anterior aiming arm
aligns with the screw hole for the anterior screw in the nail.
The Kirschner wire will indicate the position of the ascending
screw.

Correct the insertion depth of the nail to have the ascending

screw within the calcar region.

Caution: The proximal nail end should be at least 2 to 3 mm

below the cartilage to minimize the risk of impingement
while maximizing stability. Check the proximal nail position
clinically and under imaging.

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Nail Positioning

3
Position nail: Rotation

Instruments

03.019.013 13.0 mm/10.0 mm Protection Sleeve, for

4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws, 150 mm

03.019.014 10.0 mm/3.8 mm Drill Sleeve, for 03.019.013

03.019.015 3.8 mm Trocar, for 03.019.014

292.26 2.5 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point, 285 mm

Insert a trocar assembly (protection sleeve, drill sleeve and

trocar) through the most proximal hole of the lateral aiming
arm (level A).

Insert a second trocar assembly through the anterior hole of

the lateral aiming arm (level D).

The screw on level D should be placed as anteriorly as possible

without injuring the long biceps tendon. This determines the
rotation of the implant.

Caution: Do not place any screw in the bicipital groove.

Push one trocar down to the bone. Remove the trocar.

Note: The holes for the MultiLoc screws are marked with an
orange circle.

Technique tip: For temporary fixation, remove one of the

trocars and insert a 2.5 mm Kirschner wire.

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Optional technique: Anterior screw (level C)
If the anterior screw (lesser tuberosity) is used, make a small
incision with blunt dissection of the soft tissues. Then insert the
second trocar assembly through the anterior aiming arm.

Caution: Ensure that the tip of the trocar touches the tip of
the lesser tuberosity. This helps to prevent irritation of the
long biceps tendon or the ascending branch of the anterior
circumflex artery through the anterior screw (lesser tuberosity).
Slightly rotate the nail if needed.

Note: Ensure that the lesser tuberosity is large enough to

accommodate a MultiLoc screw. If not, consider other means of
fixation, such as smaller independent screws or osteosuturing.

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Proximal Locking
MultiLoc Screws

1
Drill and determine screw length

Instrument

03.019.016 3.8 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,

calibrated, 270 mm

Insert the calibrated drill bit and drill carefully until the level
of the subchondral bone is reached. Confirm drill bit position
with the image intensifier.

Read the required length of the screw directly off the cali-
brated drill bit at the back of the drill sleeve. Press the drill
sleeve firmly to the cortex to ensure accurate measurement.

Remove the drill bit and drill sleeve.

Caution: Do not penetrate the articular surface.

Alternative technique: Measure using depth probe

Instrument

03.019.029 Depth Probe for MultiLoc Humeral Nailing

System

Alternatively, the depth probe can be used for screw length

determination.

Assemble the depth probe with its outer sleeve.

Insert the depth probe through the protection sleeve and

advance it until resistance of the subchondral space is felt.
Monitor under imaging. Press the outer part of the depth
probe firmly to the cortex to ensure accurate measurement.
Read the screw length directly from the depth probe at the
back of the outer sleeve.

Note: The orange marking on the depth probe will align

with the outer opening of the protection sleeve.

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Option: Overdrill in hard bone

Instrument

03.019.018 6.5 mm Drill Bit, conical, with stop

In hard bone, overdrill the lateral cortex with the conical drill
bit, to countersink the MultiLoc screw.

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Proximal Locking
MultiLoc Screws

2
Insert MultiLoc screw

Instrument

03.019.025 Screwdriver for 4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc

Screws, self-retaining, 330 mm

Assemble the screwdriver with inner shaft.

Pull back the knob of the screwdriver and attach the appro-
priate MultiLoc screw. Push the knob forward to lock the
screw into place. Insert the screw through the protection
sleeve until it is countersunk.

Ensure that the final position of the screwdriver handle is

perpendicular to the nail with the arrow pointing posteriorly.
Verify the position of the screw under imaging.

Pull back the knob to release the screwdriver.

Note: Properly countersink the most proximal screws to avoid

risk of impingement. To allow suture fixation, do not overinsert
the screw, (see page 36). Use the orange marking on the shaft
of the screwdriver as an indicator of screw insertion depth.

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3
Attach centering sleeve for 3.5 mm locking screw
(optional)

Instruments

03.019.019 Centering Sleeve for 3.5 mm Titanium Locking

Screws, and 4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws

03.019.020 StarDrive Screwdriver, T25, with coupling for

03.019.019, 330 mm

If a 3.5 mm locking screw is used in combination with a

MultiLoc screw, assemble a centering sleeve to the T25
StarDrive screwdriver. Insert the assembly into the protection
sleeve. Turn the screwdriver slightly, until the centering sleeve
aligns with the screw recess. Push the screwdriver to lock the
centering sleeve into the MultiLoc screw.

Remove the screwdriver and protection sleeve.

Notes
Do not insert a 3.5 mm locking screw through the anterior
screw (level C).
The centering sleeve may also be inserted manually, see
page 26.

4
Insert remaining MultiLoc screws
For the remaining screws, repeat Steps 1 through 3.

Carefully inspect the final position of all MultiLoc screws under

imaging in different planes, and ensure that they do not
penetrate the articular surface.

Remove the anterior aiming arm, if used.

Note: The 3 lateral screws (greater tuberosity, levels A, B,

and D) must be used in any fracture situation as they ensure
the basic stability of the construct.

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Proximal Locking
3.5 mm Locking Screws

1
Attach centering sleeves

Instruments

03.019.019 Centering Sleeve for 3.5 mm Titanium

Locking Screws, and 4.5 mm Titanium
MultiLoc Screws

03.019.021 5.8 mm/2.8 mm Drill Sleeve, for 03.019.019

Remove the lateral aiming arm.

If not done so previously, attach a centering sleeve to the

MultiLoc screw. Gently tilt the centering sleeve anteriorly
and lock the drill sleeve in the centering sleeve by clicking it
into place.

Ensure the two handles of the drill sleeve are exactly

perpendicular to the nail. Rotate the assembly, if necessary.

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2
Drill and determine screw length

Instrument

310.284 2.8 mm Drill Bit, quick coupling, 165 mm

Insert the drill bit and drill carefully, until the level of the
subchondral bone is reached. Confirm drill bit position under
imaging.

Read the required screw length directly off the calibrated drill
bit at the back of the drill sleeve.

Remove the drill bit and drill sleeve.

Caution: Do not penetrate the articular surface.

Notes:
The drill bit can only be inserted if the drill sleeve is
properly locked in the centering sleeve.
Do not change the position of the centering sleeve.

Alternative technique: Measure using depth probe

Instrument

03.019.029 Depth Probe for MultiLoc Humeral Nailing

System

Alternatively, the depth probe can be used for screw length

determination.

Assemble the depth probe with its outer sleeve.

Insert the depth probe through the drill sleeve and advance
it until resistance of the subchondral space is felt. Monitor
under imaging. Read the screw length on the fenestrated
scale of the depth probe.

Remove the drill sleeve.

Note: Do not change the position of the centering sleeve.

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Proximal Locking
3.5 mm Locking Screws

3
Insert 3.5 mm locking screw

Instruments

03.019.005 Handle with Quick Coupling, 150 mm

314.116 StarDrive Screwdriver Shaft, T15, quick coupling

511.773 Torque Limiting Attachment,1.5 Nm,

quick coupling

Assemble the torque limiting attachment, handle and screw-

driver shaft.

Select the appropriate length 3.5 mm locking screw and

insert it through the centering sleeve. Tighten the screw until
a click is heard.

Remove the centering sleeve.

Caution: Always use a torque limiting attachment when

inserting the 3.5 mm locking screws.

Note: The centering sleeve can only be removed when the

3.5 mm locking screw is fully seated.

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4
Insert remaining 3.5 mm locking screws and assemble
lateral aiming arm

Instruments

03.019.008 Aiming Arm, lateral, for MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail

03.019.030 Aiming Arm Knob

To insert the remaining 3.5 mm locking screws, repeat Steps

1 through 3.

Carefully inspect the final position of all 3.5 mm locking

screws under imaging in different planes, and ensure that
they do not penetrate the articular surface.

Reassemble the lateral aiming arm to the insertion handle

and tighten the knob.

Note: Ensure the aiming arm shows RIGHT when used for
the right humerus and LEFT when used for the left
humerus.

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Distal Locking

1
Insert trocar assembly

Instruments

03.010.063 12.0 mm/8.0 mm Protection Sleeve, 188 mm

03.010.064 8.0 mm/3.2 mm Drill Sleeve, 200 mm

03.010.069 3.2 mm Trocar

Targeted distal locking is used for:

Ascending screw (level E)
Distal locking (levels F and G)

Insert the trocar assembly (protection sleeve, drill sleeve and

trocar) through one of the distal holes in the aiming arm.
Make a skin incision and dissect carefully to the bone, to
avoid injury to the surrounding neurovascular structure and
soft tissue.

Advance the trocar assembly and push the trocar down to

the bone. Remove the trocar.

Note: The holes in the aiming arm for distal locking screws
and the ascending screw are marked with a blue circle.

Technique tip: Two distinct skin incisions are recommended

when inserting the two distal locking screws.

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2
Drill and determine screw length

Instrument

03.010.060 3.2 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,

330 mm, 100 mm calibration

Insert the calibrated drill bit and drill through both cortices,
until the tip of the drill bit just breaks through the medial
cortex. Confirm drill bit position under imaging.

Read the required length of the screw directly off the cali-
brated drill bit at the back of the drill sleeve. Press the drill
sleeve firmly to the cortex to ensure accurate measurement.

Remove the drill bit and drill sleeve.

Note: The Angular Stable Locking System (ASLS) (Figure 1)

may be useful in cases where increased stability is needed,
as in fractures closer to the metaphyseal area or in poor quality
bone. For additional information, please refer to the ASLS
Technique Guide. 1

Optional technique: Ascending screw (level E)

Warning: Before insertion of the ascending screw, identify

and protect the axillary nerve. Only incise the skin and then
perform blunt dissection, to avoid injuring the axillary nerve
and its branches.

Insert the calibrated drill bit and drill carefully until the level
of the subchondral bone is reached. Confirm drill bit position
under imaging.

Caution: Do not penetrate the articular surface.

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Distal Locking

Alternative technique: Measure using depth gauge

Instrument

03.019.017 Depth Gauge for MultiLoc Humeral Nailing

System

The depth gauge can be used for screw length determination.

Assemble the depth gauge with its outer sleeve.

Insert the depth gauge through the protection sleeve. Press

the outer part of the depth gauge firmly to the cortex to
ensure accurate measurement. Read the screw length directly
off the depth gauge.

Note: The blue mark on the depth gauge will align with the
outer opening of the protection sleeve.

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3
Insert 4.0 mm locking screw

Instrument

03.019.020 StarDrive Screwdriver, T25, with coupling for

03.019.019, 330 mm

Insert the appropriate length 4.0 mm locking screw through

the protection sleeve, using the T25 StarDrive screwdriver.

4
Insert remaining 4.0 mm locking screws
To insert the second distal 4.0 mm locking screw, repeat
Steps 1 through 3.

To insert the ascending screw, follow the same procedure.

Remove the lateral aiming arm.

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End Cap Insertion

1
Determine end cap length
The use of an end cap is recommended, to prevent bony
ingrowth into the proximal end of the nail, or to increase
stability if the nail has been overinserted.

Instruments

03.019.023 End Cap Ruler for MultiLoc Humeral Nailing

System

321.16 Combination Wrench, 11.0 mm width across

flats

Slide the end cap ruler over the proximal groove of the inser-
tion handle. Push the ruler down to the bone and read the
end cap length directly off the ruler.

Remove the end cap ruler, the connecting screw and the
insertion handle. If removal of the connecting screw is difficult,
use the combination wrench.

Note: The proximal nail end and end cap should be 2 to 3 mm

below the cartilage, to minimize the risk of impingement
while providing maximum stability.

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Alternative technique: Measure using aiming arm
and K-wire

Instruments

03.019.008 Aiming Arm, lateral, for MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail

03.019.030 Aiming Arm Knob

292.26 2.5 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point, 285 mm

Connect the lateral aiming arm to the insertion handle and

tighten the knob. Insert a 2.5 mm Kirschner wire through the
corresponding end cap hole in the proximal portion of the
aiming arm. Estimate the extension length using an AP image
of the proximal nail end.

Remove the Kirschner wire and the lateral aiming arm.

Notes
The grooves on the insertion handle help to identify the
insertion depth under imaging.
The proximal nail end and end cap should be 2 to 3 mm
below the cartilage, to minimize the risk of impingement
while providing maximum stability.

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End Cap Insertion

2
Insert end cap

Instrument

03.019.020 StarDrive Screwdriver, T25, with coupling for

03.019.019, 330 mm

Use the T25 StarDrive screwdriver to tighten the end cap

securely.

Notes:
The end cap must be inserted securely below the humeral
head surface to avoid impingement. If in doubt, choose a
shorter end cap.
To minimize the chance of cross threading, turn the end
cap counterclockwise until the thread of the end cap aligns
with the nail.

3
Insert sutures (optional)
The stability of the osteosynthesis can be improved with the
insertion of sutures. Place one or more heavy, nonabsorbable
sutures in the region of the tendinous insertion of the
supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and subscapularis muscles.
Attach the sutures to the MultiLoc Screw using the suture
holes provided.

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Implant Removal (Optional)

1
Remove end cap

Instruments

03.019.020 StarDrive Screwdriver, T25, with coupling for

03.019.019, 330 mm

03.019.024 Extraction Screw for MultiLoc Humeral

Nailing System

Implant removal is an optional procedure.

Carefully dissect the soft tissues and visualize all locking

implants.

Remove the end cap, using the T25 StarDrive screwdriver.

Thread the extraction screw into the nail.

2
Remove 3.5 mm locking screws

Instruments

03.019.005 Handle with Quick Coupling, 150 mm

314.116 StarDrive Screwdriver Shaft, T15, quick coupling

Assemble the screwdriver shaft and handle and remove all

3.5 mm locking screws.

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Implant Removal (Optional)

3
Remove MultiLoc screws

Instruments

03.019.005 Handle with Quick Coupling, 150 mm

03.019.010 Extraction Shaft for 4.5 mm Titanium

MultiLoc Screws, quick coupling

Assemble the extraction shaft and handle and remove all

MultiLoc screws.

Note: If 3.5 mm locking screws were used, remove them first.

4
Remove 4.0 mm locking screws

Instrument

03.019.020 Screwdriver StarDrive, T25, with coupling for

03.019.019, 330 mm

Remove all 4.0 mm locking screws with the T25 StarDrive

screwdriver.

Note: Ensure the extraction screw is connected to the nail

before removing the last locking screw.

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5
Remove nail

Instrument

03.019.028 Combined Hammer, 360 grams

Before nail extraction, ensure all locking screws are removed.

Remove the nail. If resistance is encountered, use gentle

hammer blows to extract the nail.

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Implants

Titanium MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nails, 160 mm,

sterile
Straight, cannulated nails with right and left designs

Material
Titanium-6% aluminium-7% niobium alloy

Diameters
8.0 mm (proximal diameter 9.5 mm)
9.5 mm (proximal diameter 11.0 mm)

Color
Blue

Length
160 mm

Cross section
Round

04.016.034S 8.0 mm, right

04.016.035S 8.0 mm, left
04.016.038S 9.5 mm, right
04.016.039S 9.5 mm, left

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4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws

Material
Titanium-6% aluminium-7% niobium alloy

Drill
3.8 mm

Color
Gold

Dimensions
20 mm to 60 mm lengths, in 2 mm increments
Outer diameter: 4.5 mm
Core diameter: 3.9 mm
MultiLoc recess
Fully threaded
Blunt screw tip
Self-cutting, countersinkable screwhead with suture holes

Length Length
(mm) (mm)
04.019.020 20 04.019.042 42
04.019.022 22 04.019.044 44
04.019.024 24 04.019.046 46
04.019.026 26 04.019.048 48
04.019.028 28 04.019.050 50
04.019.030 30 04.019.052 52
04.019.032 32 04.019.054 54
04.019.034 34 04.019.056 56
04.019.036 36 04.019.058 58
04.019.038 38 04.019.060 60
04.019.040 40

Available nonsterile or sterile-packed. Add S to product number for sterile product.

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Implants

3.5 mm Titanium Locking Screws, with T15 StarDrive

recess

Material
Titanium-6% aluminium-7% niobium alloy

Drill
2.8 mm

Color
Green

Dimensions
26 mm to 52 mm lengths
Outer diameter: 3.5 mm
Core diameter: 2.9 mm
T15 StarDrive recess
Fully threaded
Self-tapping

Length Length
(mm) (mm)
412.109 26 412.117 40
412.110 28 412.118 42
412.111 30 412.134 44
412.112 32 412.136 46
412.113 34 412.120 48
412.115 36 412.121 50
412.116 38 412.122 52

Available nonsterile or sterile-packed. Add S to product number for sterile product.

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4.0 mm Titanium Locking Screws , with T25 StarDrive
recess

Material
Titanium-6% aluminium-7% niobium alloy

Drill
3.2 mm

Color
Blue

Dimensions
18 mm to 70 mm lengths, in 2 mm increments
Outer diameter: 4.0 mm
Core diameter: 3.3 mm
T25 StarDrive recess
Fully threaded
Self-tapping

Length Length
(mm) (mm)
04.005.408 18 04.005.438 48
04.005.410 20 04.005.440 50
04.005.412 22 04.005.442 52
04.005.414 24 04.005.444 54
04.005.416 26 04.005.446 56
04.005.418 28 04.005.448 58
04.005.420 30 04.005.450 60
04.005.422 32 04.005.452 62
04.005.424 34 04.005.454 64
04.005.426 36 04.005.456 66
04.005.428 38 04.005.458 68
04.005.430 40 04.005.460 70
04.005.432 42
04.005.434 44
04.005.436 46

Available nonsterile or sterile-packed. Add S to product number for sterile product.

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Implants

Titanium MultiLoc End Caps, sterile

Material
Titanium-6% aluminium-7% niobium alloy

Color
Gray

0 mm extension
Protects nail threads from tissue ingrowth
Diameter 6.0 mm
StarDrive T25 recess

2 mm, 5 mm, 10 mm, or 15 mm extension

Extends nail height if nail is overinserted
Protects nail threads from tissue ingrowth
Diameter: 9.5 mm
T25 StarDrive recess

Extension
(mm)
04.019.000S 0
04.019.002S 2
04.019.005S 5
04.019.010S 10
04.019.015S 15

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Instruments

03.010.039 10.0 mm Cannulated Awl

03.010.060 3.2 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick

coupling, 330 mm, 100 mm calibration

03.010.063 12.0 mm/8.0 mm Protection Sleeve, 188 mm

03.010.064 8.0 mm/3.2 mm Drill Sleeve, 200 mm

03.010.069 3.2 mm Trocar

03.019.003 10.0 mm Hollow Drill Bit, for MultiLoc

Humeral Nailing System

03.019.004 11.5 mm Hollow Drill Bit, for 9.5 mm

MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail

MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail Technique Guide Synthes 45

Instruments

03.019.005 Handle with Quick Coupling, 150 mm

03.019.006 Insertion Handle for MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail

03.019.007 Connecting Screw, cannulated, for MultiLoc

Humeral Nail

03.019.008 Aiming Arm, lateral, for MultiLoc Proximal

Humeral Nail

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03.019.009 Aiming Arm, anterior, for MultiLoc Proximal
Humeral Nail

03.019.010 Extraction Shaft for 4.5 mm Titanium

MultiLoc Screws, quick coupling

03.019.013 13.0 mm/10.0 mm Protection Sleeve, for

4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws,
150 mm

03.019.014 10.0 mm/3.8 mm Drill Sleeve,

for 03.019.013

03.019.015 3.8 mm Trocar, for 03.019.014

03.019.016 3.8 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,

calibrated, 270 mm

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Instruments

03.019.017 Depth Gauge, for MultiLoc Humeral

Nailing System

03.019.018 6.5 mm Drill Bit, conical, with stop

03.019.019 Centering Sleeve for 3.5 mm Titanium

Locking Screws and 4.5 mm Titanium
MultiLoc Screws

03.019.020 StarDrive Screwdriver, T25, with Coupling

for 03.019.019, 330 mm

03.019.021 5.8 mm/2.8 mm Drill Sleeve,

for 03.019.019

03.019.023 End Cap Ruler, for MultiLoc Humeral

Nailing System

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03.019.024 Extraction Screw, for MultiLoc Humeral
Nailing System

03.019.025 Screwdriver for 4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc

Screws, self-retaining, 330 mm

03.019.026 2.5 mm Guide Rod with Stop, trocar tip,

230 mm

03.019.027 Protection Sleeve for 03.019.003 and

03.019.004

03.019.028 Combined Hammer, 360 grams

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Instruments

03.019.029 Depth Probe for MultiLoc Humeral

Nailing System

292.16 1.6 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point,

150 mm

292.26 2.5 mm Kirschner Wire, trocar point,

285 mm

310.284 2.8 mm Drill Bit, quick coupling, 165 mm

314.116 StarDrive Screwdriver Shaft, T15,

quick coupling

319.97 Screw Forceps

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321.16 Combination Wrench, 11.0 mm width
across flats

393.105 Small Universal Chuck with T-Handle

511.773 Torque Limiting Attachment, 1.5 Nm,

quick coupling

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Optional Instruments

03.010.060S 3.2 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,

330 mm, 100 mm calibration, sterile

03.019.003S 10.0 mm Hollow Drill Bit for MultiLoc

Humeral Nailing System, sterile

03.019.004S 11.5 mm Hollow Drill Bit for 9.5 mm

MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail, sterile

03.019.016S 3.8 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,

calibrated, 270 mm, for 03.019.014, sterile

03.019.018S 6.5 mm Drill Bit, conical, with stop, sterile

03.019.026S 2.5 mm Guide Rod with Stop, trocar tip,

230 mm, for Hollow Drill Bit, sterile

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03.019.030 Aiming Arm Knob for MultiLoc Humeral
Nailing System, for 03.019.008 and
03.010.405

03.019.031 Aiming Arm Knob for MultiLoc Humeral

Nailing System, for 03.019.009

310.288 2.8 mm Drill Bit, 165 mm, quick coupling

397.705 Handle, quick coupling

511.770 Torque Limiting Attachment, 1.5 Nm

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MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail Instrument Set (01.019.004)

Graphic Case
60.019.001 Graphic Case for MultiLoc Proximal
Humeral Nail Instrument Set

Instruments
03.010.039 10.0 mm Cannulated Awl
03.010.060 3.2 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,
330 mm, 100 mm calibration
03.010.063 12.0 mm/8.0 mm Protection Sleeve, 188 mm
03.010.064 8.0 mm/3.2 mm Drill Sleeve, 200 mm
03.010.069 3.2 mm Trocar
03.010.112 Holding Sleeve with Locking Device
03.019.003 10.0 mm Hollow Drill Bit, for MultiLoc
Humeral Nailing System
03.019.004 11.5 mm Hollow Drill Bit, for 9.5 MultiLoc
Proximal Humeral Nail
03.019.005 Handle with quick coupling, 150 mm
03.019.006 Insertion Handle for MultiLoc Proximal
Humeral Nail
03.019.007 Connecting Screw, Cannulated, for MultiLoc
Humeral Nail
03.019.008 Aiming Arm, Lateral, for MultiLoc Proximal
Humeral Nail
03.019.009 Aiming Arm, Anterior, for MultiLoc Proximal
Humeral Nail
03.019.010 Extraction Shaft for 4.5 mm Titanium
MultiLoc Screws, quick coupling
03.019.013 13.0 mm/10.0 mm Protection Sleeve, for
4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws,
150 mm, 3 ea.
03.019.014 10.0 mm/3.8 mm Drill Sleeve, for
03.019.013, 3 ea.
03.019.015 3.8 mm Trocar, for 03.019.014, 2 ea.
03.019.016 3.8 mm Three-Fluted Drill Bit, quick coupling,
calibrated, 270 mm, 2 ea.
03.019.017 Depth Gauge for MultiLoc Humeral Nail
03.019.018 6.5 mm Drill Bit, conical, with stop
03.019.019 Centering Sleeve for 3.5 mm Locking Screws
and 4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screws, 3 ea. Note: For additional information, please refer to package insert.
For detailed cleaning and sterilization instructions, please refer to
03.019.020 StarDrive Screwdriver, T25, with coupling http://www.synthes.com/sites/NA/MedicalCommunity/Pages/Cleaning_
for 03.019.019, length 330 mm and_Sterilization.aspx or to the below listed inserts, which will be included in
the shipping container:
Processing Synthes Reusable Medical Devices Instruments, Instrument Trays
and Graphic Cases DJ1305
Processing Non-sterile Synthes Implants DJ1304

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03.019.021 5.8 mm/2.8 mm Drill Sleeve, for
03.019.019, 3 ea.
03.019.023 End Cap Ruler for MultiLoc Humeral
Nailing System
03.019.024 Extraction Screw for MultiLoc Humeral
Nailing System
03.019.025 Screwdriver for 4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc
Screws, self-retaining, 330 mm
03.019.026 2.5 mm Guide Rod with Stop, Trocar Tip,
230 mm length, 2 ea.
03.019.027 Protection Sleeve, for 03.019.003 and
03.019.004
03.019.028 Combined Hammer, 360 grams
03.019.029 Depth Probe for MultiLoc Humeral Nail
System
292.16 1.6 mm Kirschner Wire, 150 mm,
trocar point
292.26 2.5 mm Kirschner Wire, 285 mm,
trocar point
310.284 2.8 mm Drill Bit, quick coupling, 165 mm,
2 ea.
314.116 StarDrive Screwdriver Shaft, T15,
self-retaining, quick coupling
319.97 Screw Forceps
321.16 Combination Wrench, 11.0 mm width
across flats
393.105 Small Universal Chuck with T-Handle
511.773 Torque Limiting Attachment, 1.5 Nm,
quick coupling

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MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail Implant Set (01.019.005)

Screw Rack
60.019.004 Screw Rack for MultiLoc Humeral Nailing
System

Implants
4.0 mm Titanium Locking Screw, with
T25 StarDrive recess, for IM Nails, sterile,
2 ea.
04.005.408S 18 mm
04.005.410S 20 mm
04.005.412S 22 mm
04.005.414S 24 mm
04.005.416S 26 mm
04.005.418S 28 mm
04.005.420S 30 mm
04.005.422S 32 mm
04.005.424S 34 mm
04.005.426S 36 mm
04.005.428S 38 mm
04.005.430S 40 mm
04.005.432S 42 mm
04.005.434S 44 mm
04.005.436S 46 mm
04.005.438S 48 mm
04.005.440S 50 mm
04.005.442S 52 mm
04.005.444S 54 mm
04.005.446S 56 mm
04.005.448S 58 mm
04.005.450S 60 mm
04.005.452S 62 mm
04.005.454S 64 mm
04.005.456S 66 mm
04.005.458S 68 mm
04.005.460S 70 mm

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 Titanium MultiLoc Proximal Humeral Nail, 3.5 mm Titanium Locking Screw,
cannulated, 160 mm, sterile self-tapping, with StarDrive recess,
04.016.034S 8 mm, right sterile, 2 ea.
04.016.035S 8 mm, left 412.109S 26 mm
04.016.038S 9.5 mm, right 412.110S 28 mm
04.016.039S 9.5 mm, left 412.111S 30 mm
412.112S 32 mm
Titanium MultiLoc End Cap, sterile, 2 ea. 412.113S 34 mm
04.019.000S 0 mm extension 412.115S 36 mm
04.019.002S 2 mm extension 412.116S 38 mm
04.019.005S 5 mm extension 412.117S 40 mm
04.019.010S 10 mm extension 412.118S 42 mm
04.019.015S 15 mm extension 412.134S 44 mm
412.136S 46 mm
4.5 mm Titanium MultiLoc Screw, 3 ea. 412.120S 48 mm
04.019.020 20 mm 412.121S 50 mm
04.019.022 22 mm 412.122S 52 mm
04.019.024 24 mm
04.019.026 26 mm
04.019.028 28 mm
04.019.030 30 mm
04.019.032 32 mm
04.019.034 34 mm
04.019.036 36 mm
04.019.038 38 mm
04.019.040 40 mm
04.019.042 42 mm
04.019.044 44 mm
04.019.046 46 mm
04.019.048 48 mm
04.019.050 50 mm
04.019.052 52 mm
04.019.054 54 mm
04.019.056 56 mm
04.019.058 58 mm
04.019.060 60 mm

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