The ALPS Distal Tibia Plating System represents the next generation in anatomic plate design. It combines the benefits of low profile titanium plate metallurgy with the advantages of multi-planar locked screw technology. These features allow the formation of a three dimensional matrix of fixed and variable angle screws to create a true sub-chondral scaffold that can provide improved fixation in comminuted fractures or osteoporotic bone.

The ALPS Distal Tibia Plating System features TiMAX™ low-profile, anatomically-contoured implants. In distal tibial surgery where soft tissue coverage is at risk, these low profile plates are designed to minimise discomfort and soft tissue irritation matching the anatomy of the distal tibia.

The system features F.A.S.T. Guide and F.A.S.T. Tab technology to facilitate surgical procedures and save time in the operating room. F.A.S.T. Guides allow for accurate drilling and placement of screws. F.A.S.T. Guides come preloaded and do not require intra-operative assembly, resulting in significant time savings. F.A.S.T. Tabs are distal versatile tabs with threaded screw holes to lock small distal articular fragments to the plate. Screws placed in these locking holes create an intersecting three-dimensional scaffold to support the distal articular surface.

Additionally, the ALPS Distal Tibia Plating System allows the use of locking, variable angle, and standard screws. This hybrid fixation concept allows the surgeon to stabilise the fracture either by the use of lag screw techniques through the plate, or by compression plating techniques. Locking screws serve to provide stability to comminuted, unstable metaphyseal fractures or in osteopenic bone.