Arthroscopy / ACL / PCL Instruments
This collection covers two related arthroscopic procedure categories: ligament reconstruction (ACL and PCL repair using a tendon graft) and shoulder arthroscopy (soft-tissue repair using suture anchors).
ACL/PCL Ligament Reconstruction
Graft harvesting starts with a Tendon Stripper — closed-end (7mm) or open-end (8mm) — used to free the hamstring or other donor tendon from surrounding tissue for use as the ACL or PCL graft. The Graft Preparation Board is used afterward to tension, measure, and prepare the harvested graft before it's passed into the bone tunnels.
Tunnel creation and graft passage rely on the Femoral Aimer (6mm), which guides drill placement to achieve correct femoral tunnel angle, and the Tunnel Dilator (6mm), which widens the prepared tunnel to accommodate the graft. Once the graft is positioned, it's secured with fixation hardware: the ACL Screw (Cannulated, Sterile Titanium), Tibial Post Fixation Screw (6.5mm Titanium), and Low Profile Cancellous Screw (available in 4.0mm and 6.5mm titanium) anchor the graft within the tunnel. The Instruments Set for ACL or PCL Reconstruction bundles the core tunnel-drilling and fixation tools into one procedure-ready kit, and Optional Instruments for ACL cover supplementary tools some surgeons add to the base set.
Shoulder Arthroscopy
For rotator cuff, SLAP, and Bankart repair, this collection includes dedicated instrument sets: Shoulder Arthroscopy Instrument Set (full set), Shoulder Arthroscopy for Small Joints, and Shoulder Arthroscopy Instruments for SLAP & Bankart Repair — each scoped to a different joint size or repair type. Fixation for these soft-tissue repairs uses suture anchors: the Titanium Anchor Screw (3mm/5mm), Mini OmegaPLUS-PK PEEK Suture Anchor, Dual Thread Suture Anchor, and Astute Mini Suture Anchor (3.0mm) — differing in material (titanium vs. PEEK) and thread design, which affects pull-out strength and bone purchase in different tissue types.
Choosing the Right Instruments
For ligament reconstruction, instrument selection follows the stage of the procedure: tendon stripper for harvest, femoral aimer and tunnel dilator for tunnel preparation, and the appropriate fixation screw diameter matched to tunnel size. For shoulder arthroscopy, anchor material and thread type should match the repair type and bone quality — PEEK anchors are often preferred for their radiolucency on post-op imaging, while titanium anchors offer higher pull-out strength in denser bone.
Related Products
Pair these with Headless Compression / Cannulated Screws for adjunct fixation, Orthopedic Reamers for tunnel preparation, and Arthroscopes for visualization during the procedure. Browse the full Orthopedic Implants catalog, or Hip Surgery Instruments for related joint procedure sets.
Ordering
Peak Surgicals manufactures arthroscopy, ACL/PCL, and shoulder repair implants for hospitals and distributors worldwide, with international shipping — contact our team for current stock and wholesale pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a closed-end and open-end tendon stripper?
Both harvest donor tendon for graft use; the difference is in how the stripper engages and frees the tendon from surrounding tissue, with surgeons typically choosing based on personal technique and tendon type.
What is a femoral aimer used for in ACL reconstruction?
A femoral aimer guides drill placement to achieve the correct angle and position for the femoral tunnel during ACL or PCL reconstruction, which is critical to graft function and knee stability.
What's the difference between a PEEK and titanium suture anchor?
A PEEK anchor is radiolucent, meaning it doesn't obscure post-operative imaging, while a titanium anchor generally offers higher pull-out strength — the choice often depends on bone quality and surgeon preference.
Why is tunnel dilation needed in ACL surgery?
A tunnel dilator widens the drilled bone tunnel to the correct diameter for graft passage, helping ensure a secure fit without over-drilling.
Is the ACL screw the same as the anchor screw used in shoulder repair?
No — despite currently sharing an identical product title, these are different screws: the anchor screw secures soft tissue to bone (e.g., rotator cuff repair), while the ACL screw is cannulated and used to fix a ligament graft within a bone tunnel.
