Next Generation Rotator Cuff Anchor

DePuy Mitek Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of orthopaedic sports medicine products and soft tissue repair devices, announced the launch of the Healix Advance Family of Suture Anchors, a comprehensive new system of rotator cuff anchor and instrumentation solutions. 

The Healix Advance Anchor is the company’s next generation suture anchor that includes the dual thread fixation technology of previous versions, but adds a new multi-thread design that enables faster insertion into hard bone and an awl only bone preparation, in most cases. Dual thread technology independently engages both cancellous and cortical bone to maximize fixation and pullout strength.

With a newly designed and fully supported distal tip across the radial plane, Healix Advance Anchors also provide high torsional strength across the entire length of the anchor. The anchors are available in either Biocryl Rpide, a biocomposite material that allows absorption and bone formation at the implant site ⁽¹⁾ or radiolucent polyetheretherketone (PEEK), a biocompatible thermoplastic material. The 4.5mm, 5.5mm, and 6.5mm anchors are double or triple loaded with the company's Orthochord High Strength Suture.

The first Healix Anchor was introduced in 2008. Since then the company has added Healix Knotless, Healix Transtend, and now, Healix Advance Ancors. 

“The Healix Family of Anchors along with our suture technology, specialized instrumentation, and tissue ablation and fluid management technology offer surgeons a complete procedural solution for arthroscopic rotator cuff repair,” states Ian Lawson, worldwide president, DePuy Mitek Inc. “Our goal is to continue to advance the tools and techniques of soft tissue repair to provide surgeons greater choice and versatility while also helping to improve patient care.”

¹ Pre-clinical study. Data on file at DePuy Mitek, Inc. 2008