The shift from traditional wire cerclage to rigid sternal fixation represents one of the most significant technological trends in the market. Rigid fixation using plates and screws is based on orthopedic principles of absolute stability, which facilitates faster primary bone healing and significantly reduces postoperative pain. You can find comprehensive data on the adoption rates of these advanced systems in the Sternal Closure Systems Market research.

People also ask: What are the benefits of rigid sternal fixation? Is rigid fixation better than wires? Clinical studies have shown that patients treated with rigid fixation systems, like those from Zimmer Biomet or DePuy Synthes, experience fewer sternal complications and can return to normal activities faster than those treated with traditional wires.

Despite these benefits, adoption is still growing as surgeons weigh the higher cost of plate systems against the clinical advantages. The market is responding by developing "single-use" sterile kits and low-profile designs that are easier to implant, making rigid fixation a more accessible option for a wider range of surgical centers.