Buy scalpels from your expert in professional podiatry supplies

Whether for removing calluses, treating corns or filing calloused skin: A scalpel is an indispensable tool in any competent podiatry practice. This makes it all the more important to use only high-performance instruments that provide both you and your patients maximum efficiency and safety. Choose the high-quality scalpel blades from HELLMUT RUCK GmbH today.

The scalpel technique as the preferred method of medical foot care

Although it is technically possible to use a callus plane as an instrument for filing calluses, corns and the like, qualified podiatrists tend to prefer using a scalpel. The reason for this is that a scalpel allows for significantly more precise and extensive work. Furthermore, the scalpel is considered to be better manoeuvrable and so easier to control.

To make the treatment as comfortable and safe as possible for your patients, it is important to familiarise yourself with scalpel technique in advance. The RUCK Academy provides a course for this purpose, in which the accurate use of a scalpel is taught.

What characteristics make a well-made scalpel blade?

Using an inferior scalpel poses a risk to your patients. Always choose a model that reliably fulfils its purpose, both from a medical perspective and in terms of ease of use.

When making your selection, take a close look at the quality, texture and shape:

• of the scalpel holder
• of the scalpel head

Scalpel holders for various blade shapes

Scalpel holders can be different in length and are also suitable for different scalpel blades.

For example: The Scalpel Holder No. 3 from RUCK is designed for scalpel blades in sizes between 10 and 15.

It is also essential that the holder is made of sturdy, rust-proof material – preferably stainless steel – fits well in the hand and is robust. A ribbed grip proves helpful as it reduces the risk of slipping.

Surgical-grade scalpel blades

If you decide to buy a scalpel, you should always select the blade according to the intended use. For example: Category 10 scalpel blades are typically characterised by their bulbous shape and high filing efficiency. Size 15 blades, on the other hand, are very small and so highly suitable for work between the toes. All blades in the size range between 10 and 15 are suitable for the No. 3 scalpel holder from Ruck Instrumente.

It is also extremely important that a scalpel head is a certified medical device. If you would like to purchase a scalpel, you should ensure that an adequate supply of scalpel blades is always available.

Good to know: How to dispose of scalpel blades accurately

A scalpel blade is a single-use product not intended for repeated use. This is where it is perfectly suitable to use the disinfectable and sterilizable Skalpell-Ex Blade Remover or the Blade Collection Box from HELLMUT RUCK GmbH for use. These products ensure that changing blades is quick and straightforward, with minimal risk of injury.

Once you have replaced the old blade with a new one, the old blade must be disposed of in the correct manner. Under no circumstances should this be done via normal practice waste. Instead, special containers or boxes must be used, which are both puncture-proof and furnished with a lid. Once they are full, they can be placed in the rubbish bin while still closed.