OC EcoButton Flex- The World’s First Hybrid Loop

As you may already be aware, there are a number of suspensory devices (Fixed Loop and Adjustable Loop) in the market that are frequently used in arthroscopic procedures, such as those involving reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). Since these devices have their own limitations due to which the final fixation may hamper the overall outcomes of the procedures. To counter these limitations, Osteocare has come up with the new product called “OC EcoButton Flex” - The World’s First Hybrid Loop Device for ACL or PCL Reconstructions.

Let’s have a look at the invention by Osteocare for femoral fixation and see how it's shaping up to be the future of knee arthroscopy.

What is OC EcoButton Flex?

EcoButton Flex is a hybrid loop used for a femoral fixation in cruciate reconstructions. Our R&D team has proven their exceptional skill by coming up with a product that can function as both a fixed loop and an adjustable loop, with the ability to lead, flip, and cinch while avoiding the tedious loop adjustment activities. It provides fixation as like a fixed loop with added advantage of micro adjustability cinch.

In addition, OC EcoButton Flex, a hybrid loop, comes in 15, 20, and 25mm loop lengths. Aside from that, it also includes Leading Fiber (#5 UHMWPE, White/Blue), Flipping Fiber (#5 UHMWPE, White/Black), and Tensioning Fiber (#5 UHMWPE, White) for leading, flipping and cinching of the loop into the trans osseous tunnel.

How EcoButton Flex Works?

EcoButton flex is quite simple to use. The tunnel drilling technique remains the same as the conventional fixed loop technique. The loop or hand grip at the end of the Tensioning Fiber provides one handed adjustment. Once the initial fixation is done, the loop is pulled in a seesaw motion by one hand to shorten the loop and further tighten the graft inside the tunnel. It provides greater flexibility and control by eliminating the limitations of conventional fixed and adjustable loop. It offers excellent tensile strength comparable to a fixed loop, with the added benefit of micro adjustability. This allows for any graft laxity to be corrected by shortening the loop as needed.

What Makes it Unique From Other Loop Devices?

The EcoButton Flex loop stands out from other loop devices due to its unique combination of features. It incorporates the benefits of both fixed loop buttons and adjustable loop devices, making it a highly innovative design for the femoral fixation in ACL or PCL Reconstructions.

One of its key features is its micro-adjustability, which allows for a 5mm adjustment while fixing the button. This means that even after securing the button on femur and graft on tibia if the graft feels loose, it can be tensioned and adjusted accordingly. This flexibility enables surgeons to achieve optimal graft tension and fill the entire tunnel with the graft.

Fixed Vs Adjustable Vs EcoButton Flex:

When it comes to loop buttons used in ACL or PCL surgery, there are a few different options available in the market. Each type of loop has its unique features and advantages. Let's take a closer look at them:

1.?????Fixed Loop Device: This type of loop has been in use since 1990 and has established a reputation for being reliable and sturdy. It is designed to provide a secure fixation for cruciate surgeries.

?Limitations:

●????It requires 8-10mm extra drilling for the button to be flipped on the cortex. This extra tunnel creation remains unoccupied even after fixation.

●????The loop is fixed so it won't be reduced after tibial fixation or if any laxity is found in the graft.

2.?????Adjustable Loop Device: Introduced in 2000, the adjustable loop gained popularity due to its adjustability feature. It allows surgeons to shorten the loop, which can be beneficial in certain cases. However, it's important to note that the accuracy of placement may be slightly reduced compared to other options. Nevertheless, the tensioning capability is often improved.

Limitations:

●????It features a long loop (approx. 70 to 100mm in range) which could potentially cause the button to come out of ton the lateral femur when pulled inside of the tunnel

●????Some part of the loop remains unshorten in some of the cases

●????The loop displacement may occur after fixation

●????In certain loop designs, the graft may be cut during the shortening process

3.?????Eco Button Flex Loop: The Eco Button Flex Loop is a recently invented loop button in 2023 that has gained widespread preference in ACL or PCL surgeries. It combines the advantages of both the fixed loop and the adjustable loop devices. This advanced technology and design enable surgeons to leverage the benefits of both types of buttons.

What are the Benefits of EcoButton Flex?

The following are some impressive benefits of OC EcoButton flex - have a closure look.

• Two-in-one Advanced Loop Features - It is a type of closed/fixed Loop device with an added advantage of an adjustable loop.
• Complete Control - It provides greater flexibility and control by eliminating the limitations of conventional closed (fixed) loop and adjustable loop.
• Tensile Strength - It offers excellent tensile strength comparable to a closed loop, with the added benefit of micro adjustability. This allows for any graft laxity to be corrected by shortening the loop as needed.
• One-handed flexibility - It provides one-handed loop adjustment

Why EcoButton Flex is the Future of Knee Arthroscopy?

Our recently released innovation, the world's first hybrid loop EcoButton Flex, will revolutionize joint surgery since it offers unprecedented precision and efficiency.

By getting rid of the restrictions of traditional fixed and adjustable loops, it offers more freedom and control. It has an overall loop-like level of exceptional tensile strength with the extra advantage of micro-adjustability. This makes it possible to adjust any graft laxity by reducing the loop as necessary.

Furthermore, one of the main reasons that the EcoButton flex is poised to become the future of knee arthroscopy is that it combines all of the benefits of a loop with none of the drawbacks, making it ideal for ACL surgery.

Summary:

To summarize, the Eco Button Flex is an inventive loop button from Osteocare that combines the finest qualities of fixed loop buttons with adjustable loop buttons. Its cutting-edge design and technology make it a popular option for ACL surgery since it combines the advantages of both button types while minimizing their usual drawbacks. If you are interested in knowing more about EcoButton Flex, reach out to us and we will gladly demonstrate how our product works.