🪚 Sagittal Bone Saws in Modern #Orthopedic Surgery . Precision in orthopedic surgery often comes down to the specialized tools, essential in procedures like total knee and hip replacements. Using a high-speed oscillating blade that moves just 3-5 degrees, sagittal #bonesaws allow surgeons to make incredibly precise bone cuts while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue. . The saw blade oscillates at frequencies up to 145 Hz - 145 back-and-forth movements per second 🔄, creating clean, accurate

🧤 Why Colored Indicator Gloves Matter in #OrthopedicSurgery . Up to 1 in 5 orthopedic surgeries involve glove perforation, highlighting why surgical teams turn to colored indicator gloves. Specialized double-gloving systems feature a bright-colored under glove beneath a standard outer glove. When the outer glove is compromised, fluid seepage creates an immediate dark spot on the colored layer below, alerting surgeons to potential contamination risks. Research shows that colored indicator gloves

Scripps Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Stephen Stephan, MD