MalfunctionHST

MINI JOINT DISTRACTOR/COMPRESSOR

Received Mar 24, 2026 · Event occurred Mar 4, 2026

Report 1220246-2026-01613 · MDR key 24673172

Device

Generic name

Orthopedic Manual Surg Instr

Manufacturer

Arthrex, Inc.

Model number

MINI JOINT DISTRACTOR/COMPRESSOR

Catalog number

AR-8970JD

Lot number

640220811

Product problems

Positioning Failure

Patient

NA · Unknown

No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

INVESTIGATION IS IN PROCESS. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED UPON AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Description of Event or Problem

ON 4-MAR-2026, IT WAS REPORTED BY A SALES REPRESENTATIVE VIA (B)(4) THAT AN AR-8970JD JOINT DISTRACTOR WILL DEPRESS BUT NOT DISTRACT. NOTICED DURING A CASE, DEVICE SWAPPED, AND CASE COMPLETED WITH NO PATIENT EFFECT.