Rita Leibinger Curved Hook Knife – Equine Tenoscopy

The Rita Leibinger Curved Hook Knife, designed by Dr Hans Wilderjans, is a specialised equine surgical instrument developed for cutting the thickened palmar annular ligament in horses suffering from chronic digital flexor tendon sheath tenosynovitis. Designed for use during tenoscopic procedures, the instrument features a curved stainless-steel shaft, a sharp hook-shaped blade and an ergonomic blue silicone handle for secure, precise control. Key features Curved shaft and hook blade: Facilitates effective cutting of thickened ligaments. Sharp cutting edge: Designed for firm, chronically thickened ligament tissue. Ergonomic silicone handle: Provides a comfortable, non-slip grip. Precise handling: Designed for accurate instrument placement and controlled cutting. Sterilisable: Silicone handle suitable for sterilisation at temperatures up to 134°C. Clinical application Indicated for chronic tenosynovitis of the digital flexor tendon sheath associated with thickening and constriction of the palmar annular ligament in horses. Procedure: Tenoscopic section of the constricted palmar annular ligament.