{"product_id":"thwaites-nail-splitter-13-cm-1","title":"Thwaites Nail Splitter – 13 cm","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThick, involuted and ingrown nails rarely give way to a standard nipper. The Thwaites Nail Splitter is the instrument clinicians reach for when a nail needs to be divided cleanly along its length rather than nibbled away at the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIts narrow, tapered tip slides beneath the nail plate so you can see and feel exactly where the jaws sit before any pressure is applied. The cutting edges then meet along their full length, splitting the nail in one controlled action instead of several crushing bites — which is what keeps the nail plate intact, the sulcus undisturbed and the patient comfortable in the chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMeasuring 13 cm, the instrument is built on a fully tempered box joint that holds the jaws in alignment cut after cut, with a double-spring action that reopens the handles for you between passes. Made from medical-grade stainless steel and fully autoclavable, it is made to be sterilised, stored and used again the next day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor use by podiatrists, foot-care nurses and other suitably trained clinicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide a thick or involuted nail in one clean pass, not a dozen crushing bites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReach the nail spike you can see but cannot get a nipper around\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide beneath the plate first, so you know where the blade sits before you close the handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the surrounding sulcus and nail bed undisturbed during partial nail avulsion work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaws that still meet perfectly after months on the autoclave cycle, thanks to the tempered box joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess hand fatigue across a full list — the double spring reopens the handles for you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterilise it tonight, use it again tomorrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow, tapered jaw designed to pass under the nail plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting edges meet along their full length for a clean longitudinal split\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully tempered box joint maintains blade alignment under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-spring action reopens the jaws automatically after each cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlain, smooth handles for controlled clinical grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 cm length suited to seated chair-side work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical-grade stainless steel, passivated for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully autoclavable and reusable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the instrument has been cleaned and sterilised, and inspect the jaws for alignment and sharpness before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess the nail and plan your cut in line with your own clinical training and your practice protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the handles and introduce the narrow tip beneath the free edge of the nail plate, keeping the lower jaw against the nail and clear of the nail bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvance the tip only as far as your intended cutting line, checking the patient's comfort as you go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose the handles with steady, even pressure to split the nail along its length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease and allow the spring to reopen the jaws, then reposition for a further pass if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the divided section with an appropriate forceps or elevator and finish the edges as your treatment plan requires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter use, clean the instrument thoroughly, paying attention to the box joint, then dry, lubricate the joint and sterilise following your practice's decontamination procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore dry, in the open position where possible, and inspect again before the next use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePodiatry clinics and foot-care rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartial nail avulsion (PNA) procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving nail spikes and involuted nail edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickened, onychauxic or onychogryphotic nails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinicians who need a controlled longitudinal split rather than an edge cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractices needing a reusable, autoclavable instrument for daily lists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eImportant Care and Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional use only. This instrument is intended for podiatrists, foot-care nurses and other clinicians trained in nail procedures, and is not suitable for self-treatment at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, dry and sterilise before first use and between every patient, following your practice's decontamination policy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the jaws, joint and springs before each use. Withdraw the instrument from service if the edges are dull, chipped or misaligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on inflamed, infected, bleeding or otherwise compromised tissue without appropriate clinical assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the instrument thoroughly after cleaning and lubricate the box joint to prevent corrosion and stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use the splitter to cut wire, dressings or any material other than nail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore safely and keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatients with diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, reduced sensation or immunosuppression require appropriate clinical assessment before any nail procedure is undertaken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FootAid","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54032469295418,"sku":"SM-1076","price":100.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/2711\/1226\/files\/THWAITESNAILSPLITTER_ac62a798-2b08-4334-a989-0669cfba79ed.png?v=1788921953","url":"https:\/\/footaid.co.nz\/products\/thwaites-nail-splitter-13-cm-1","provider":"FootAid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}