Forma Medical offers the OptimalMTP™ system, a low‑profile hybrid locking plate and beveled compression screw designed for first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint arthrodesis. The system combines a refined minimally invasive surgical technique with gold‑standard plate‑and‑screw biomechanics, allowing surgeons to make smaller incisions without sacrificing fixation strength. It includes dedicated preparation tools, fixation aids, and comprehensive clinical resources to support adoption.
Funding
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Problem
Surgeons performing first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint arthrodesis often face a trade‑off between minimally invasive (MIS) incisions, which improve patient recovery, and the robust plate‑and‑screw fixation needed for reliable fusion. Existing MIS solutions lack the biomechanical strength of traditional open constructs, leading to concerns about fixation stability and long‑term outcomes.
Solution
Forma Medical’s OptimalMTP™ system addresses this gap by integrating a refined MIS surgical technique with a low‑profile hybrid locking plate and a beveled compression screw that deliver gold‑standard plate‑and‑screw biomechanics. The system enables surgeons to make smaller incisions without compromising fixation strength, thereby reducing soft‑tissue trauma while maintaining the stability required for successful arthrodesis. Comprehensive clinical resources—including technique articles, webinars, and expert testimonials—support surgeons in adopting the workflow. All components are designed for straightforward intra‑operative use, allowing the surgeon to follow a familiar fixation philosophy within a minimally invasive approach.
Target Audience
Primary customers are foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists who perform first MTP joint arthrodesis and seek a minimally invasive solution that preserves the biomechanical reliability of traditional plate‑and‑screw fixation.
Features
- Low‑profile hybrid locking plate engineered for high rigidity in first MTP arthrodesis
- Beveled compression screw that provides controlled compression across the fusion site
- MIS surface‑matching joint preparation tools that align the joint for optimal plate placement
- SpeedTack and TowerTack fixation aids to streamline screw insertion through limited incisions
- Integrated surgical technique videos and webinars for step‑by‑step guidance
- Clinical data repository and expert perspectives to inform decision‑making and outcomes tracking
- Compatibility with standard orthopedic instrumentation, eliminating the need for new tool sets