Abstract: A disposable or re-usable handheld, one piece device is provided for pre-drilling and application of a shape memory or elastic staple for fixation in bone surgery. Various embodiments include a one piece device that has set holes at one end to allow for pre-drilling for the shape memory or elastic staple legs and includes an application feature at the other end to disengage the shape memory or elastic staple from the one piece device. The one piece device can come in different sizes depending on the size of the shape memory or elastic staple. The one piece handheld shape memory or elastic staple holder and drill guide allows for a handheld device to accomplish both pre-drilling and application of the shape memory or elastic staple for surgical bone fixation procedures.

Abstract: An internal plate fixation device is provided for load bearing and non-load bearing fixation during and after a Ludloff osteotomy procedure for hallux valgus correction in the first metatarsal bone of the foot. The fixation device includes a U-shaped plate having a straight section interconnecting a pair of opposed legs which are bent relative to the straight section. The straight section is formed therethrough with a set of non-threaded holes for receiving non-locking screws therein, and the legs are formed therethrough with a set of threaded holes for receiving locking screws therein. The straight section and the non-locking screws are configured to engage a dorsal portion of the first metatarsal bone. The legs and the locking screws are configured to engage a medial portion of the first metatarsal bone.