{"product_id":"smith-petersen-osteotome-20-5cm-8-orthopedic-bone-chisel","title":"Smith-Petersen Osteotome 20.5cm \/ 8\" – Orthopedic Bone Chisel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmith-Petersen Osteotome 20.5 cm \/ 8\" – Straight \u0026amp; Curved\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSmith-Petersen Osteotome 20.5 cm \/ 8\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional orthopedic surgical instrument designed for controlled bone cutting, shaping, contouring, and preparation during applicable orthopedic and bone procedures. Available in both \u003cstrong\u003eStraight\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCurved\u003c\/strong\u003e configurations, this classic osteotome pattern gives surgeons the option to select the working profile most appropriate for the surgical approach and anatomical access required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e20.5 cm \/ 8-inch overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a practical balance between reach, handling, and control. The Straight model supports a direct working approach, while the Curved model provides an angled working profile that can assist access when a straight-line approach is less suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use by trained surgical professionals, the Smith-Petersen pattern is commonly associated with \u003cstrong\u003eorthopedic, trauma, spinal, and bone surgery instrument sets\u003c\/strong\u003e where controlled bone preparation and osteotomy techniques may be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Variants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSM-11-0561A-20 – Straight – 20.5 cm \/ 8\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe straight Smith-Petersen Osteotome provides a direct working line for controlled bone cutting, shaping, and preparation. Its straight profile is useful where direct access and predictable instrument alignment are preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSM-11-0561B-20 – Curved – 20.5 cm \/ 8\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe curved Smith-Petersen Osteotome features a curved working profile designed to provide an alternative approach for bone preparation where access, visibility, or anatomical positioning benefits from a curved instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmith-Petersen Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established osteotome design used in professional orthopedic surgical instrument sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20.5 cm \/ 8\" Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides practical reach while supporting controlled instrument handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight \u0026amp; Curved Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two configurations allow selection according to procedural approach and surgeon preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Bone Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for bone cutting, shaping, contouring, and preparation during appropriate surgical procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Surgical Instrument:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for use in hospitals, orthopedic departments, surgical centers, and specialist surgical facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Orthopedic Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can form part of orthopedic, trauma, spinal, reconstructive, and bone surgery instrument sets where an osteotome is indicated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Working Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to support controlled force transfer and accurate positioning during bone preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmith-Petersen Osteotome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrthopedic Osteotome \/ Surgical Bone Chisel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmith-Petersen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.5 cm \/ 8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSM-11-0561A-20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSM-11-0561B-20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBone Cutting, Shaping, Contouring \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrthopedic, Trauma, Spine \u0026amp; Bone Surgery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended User\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrained Medical \u0026amp; Surgical Professionals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight vs. Curved Smith-Petersen Osteotome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelecting between the \u003cstrong\u003eStraight and Curved Smith-Petersen Osteotome\u003c\/strong\u003e depends on the surgical approach, anatomical location, required access, and surgeon preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Osteotome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides direct alignment between the handle and working end, making it appropriate for procedures where a straight working trajectory is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurved Osteotome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers a curved working profile that may improve access or positioning around anatomical structures where a direct straight approach is less convenient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Surgical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Smith-Petersen Osteotome is intended for professional use in surgical procedures requiring controlled manipulation or preparation of bone. Depending on the procedure and selected configuration, applications may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled bone cutting and osteotomy procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone shaping and contouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone preparation during orthopedic procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoval or modification of suitable bone sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrthopedic and trauma surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinal surgical procedures where an osteotome is indicated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstructive bone procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation of bone surfaces during applicable surgical procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Controlled Bone Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn osteotome is designed to allow a surgeon to apply controlled mechanical force to a defined working area of bone. The \u003cstrong\u003eSmith-Petersen 8-inch osteotome\u003c\/strong\u003e provides sufficient working length for a variety of orthopedic applications while maintaining a manageable instrument profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used with an appropriate surgical technique and, where indicated, a compatible surgical mallet, the instrument can assist in controlled bone cutting and shaping. Instrument selection and force application should always be determined by the trained clinician according to the surgical procedure and anatomical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the Straight or Curved configuration according to the planned surgical approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the working end and complete instrument before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the instrument is appropriate for the intended bone procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the working end carefully before applying force.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere mallet-assisted use is clinically appropriate, use controlled force according to professional surgical technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive or uncontrolled impact that could damage the instrument or compromise procedural control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only by appropriately trained healthcare professionals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning, Inspection \u0026amp; Reprocessing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess the instrument according to the healthcare facility's validated cleaning and reprocessing procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove visible contamination promptly following use according to applicable protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the cutting or working edge for damage, deformation, or excessive wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the shaft and impact surface before each use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use the instrument if cracks, deformation, significant corrosion, or other damage is observed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the applicable sterilization and reprocessing instructions before clinical reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the processed instrument in a clean, dry environment according to facility procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Stellmacher Surgical Instruments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover professional surgical and medical instruments from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stellmachermed.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStellmacher Instruments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, including instruments for orthopedic, general surgical, ophthalmic, anesthesia, and specialist applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional bone surgery instruments in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stellmachermed.com\/collections\/orthopedic-instruments\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrthopedic Instruments Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for another Smith-Petersen configuration? 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