Acute Products

ACUTE Innovations® is committed to providing surgeons and their patients with innovative solutions to challenging thoracic procedures. Our mission is to provide innovative thoracic solutions that improve the quality of life for those in need by developing high quality products with a passion for problem solving, partnering with the healthcare community, empathizing with patients, and delivering outstanding service.

Most rib fractures are treated conservatively using pain management and/or bracing techniques. Stabilizing rib fractures has been challenging for the following reasons:

  • Large incisions are needed to accommodate rib fracture fixation, which leads to a more morbid procedure
  • Ribs are narrow with a thin cortex that surrounds soft marrow, making reliable rib fixation problematic
  • Fixation must endure upwards of 25,000 breathing cycles per day,including coughing
  • Risk of damage to the neurovascular bundle