The ParaLock Bone Plates and TUFFNEK™ Bone Screws of the ParaLock Plating System™ are indicated for use in stabilization and fixation of fractures or osteotomies; intra and extra articular fractures, joint depression, and multi-fragmentary fractures; revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstruction of small bones of the toes, feet and ankles including the distal tibia, talus, and calcaneus. The system can be used in both adult and pediatric patients. In addition, the TUFFNEK™ non-locking, titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V ELI) screws and washers are indicated for use in bone reconstruction, osteotomy, arthrodesis, joint fusion, fracture repair and fracture fixation, appropriate for the size of the device.
Device Story
ParaLock Plating System and TUFFNEK screws are metallic bone fixation implants for lower extremity surgery. System includes plates in various shapes (mini/standard) and screws (locking/non-locking) with size-matched washers. Implants are used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical settings to stabilize fractures, osteotomies, or perform joint fusions. Device provides mechanical support to bone segments during healing; surgeon selects appropriate plate/screw configuration based on anatomical requirements. Benefits include structural stabilization of small bones in feet/ankles, facilitating bone reconstruction and fracture repair.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Mechanical performance evaluated via static and dynamic bending tests per ASTM F382 for plates and torsion, insertion/removal, and pullout tests per ASTM F543 for screws. No clinical data provided.
Technological Characteristics
Implants manufactured from medical grade titanium (ASTM F67) and titanium alloy (ASTM F136). System consists of plates and screws in various shapes and sizes. Mechanical performance validated via ASTM F382 and ASTM F543 standards. No software or electronic components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for stabilization and fixation of fractures, osteotomies, intra/extra articular fractures, joint depression, multi-fragmentary fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion, and reconstruction of small bones of toes, feet, and ankles (distal tibia, talus, calcaneus) in adult and pediatric patients. Non-locking screws/washers indicated for bone reconstruction, osteotomy, arthrodesis, joint fusion, fracture repair, and fixation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories are devices intended to be implanted consisting of one or more metallic components and their metallic fasteners. The devices contain a plate, a nail/plate combination, or a blade/plate combination that are made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum, stainless steel, and titanium, that are intended to be held in position with fasteners, such as screws and nails, or bolts, nuts, and washers. These devices are used for fixation of fractures of the proximal or distal end of long bones, such as intracapsular, intertrochanteric, intercervical, supracondylar, or condylar fractures of the femur; for fusion of a joint; or for surgical procedures that involve cutting a bone. The devices may be implanted or attached through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Predicate Devices
Normed Extremity Titanium Hand and Small Fragment System (K011118)
Normed Titanium Calcaneus Plating with Locking Screw System (K022324)
Normed Titanium Osteotomy Plating System (K022325)
Wright Medical ORTHOLOC 3Di Hallux System (K120359)
Wright Medical ORTHOLOC 3Di Ankle Fusion Plating System (K121425)
Wright Medical ORTHOLOC 3Di Midfoot/Flatfoot System (K121651)
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| Date: | 14 February 2014 |
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| Sponsor: | Paragon 28, Inc. |
| | 4B Inverness Ct. E., STE 280 |
| | Englewood, Colorado 80112 |
| | Phone: (888) 728-1888 |
| | Facsimile: (888) 728-1220 |
| Contact Person: | Frank S. Bono, Chief Technology Officer |
| Trade Names: | ParaLock Plating System <sup>™</sup> |
| Device Classification | Class II |
| Regulations, Product<br>Codes, Classification<br>& Common Names: | 888.3030, HRS, Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories, bone plate system |
| | 888.3040, HWC, Smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener, bone screw |
| | 888.3030, HTN, Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories, washer |
| Device Description: | The ParaLock Plating System <sup>™</sup> and TUFFNEK <sup>™</sup> screws are lower extremity fixation systems. ParaLock Plates are offered in "mini" and "standard" set sizes in a variety of shapes based upon the anatomical fixation required. TUFFNEK <sup>™</sup> screws are also offered in "mini" and "standard" sets and, in addition, in locking and non-locking versions. Size-matched washers are available for use with the TUFFNEK <sup>™</sup> screws when the latter are used for fixation without the plates. |
| Intended Use: | The ParaLock Bone Plates and TUFFNEK <sup>™</sup> Bone Screws of the ParaLock Plating System <sup>™</sup> are indicated for use in stabilization and fixation of fractures or osteotomies; intra and extra articular fractures, joint depression, and multi- fragmentary fractures; revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstruction of small bones of the toes, feet and ankles including the distal tibia, talus, and calcaneus. The system can be used in both adult and pediatric patients. In addition, the TUFFNEK <sup>™</sup> non-locking, titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V ELI) screws and washers are indicated for use in bone reconstruction, osteotomy, arthrodesis, joint fusion, fracture repair and fracture fixation, appropriate for the size of the device. |
| Materials: | The ParaLock and TUFFNEK <sup>™</sup> implants are manufactured from medical grade titanium (per ASTM F67) and titanium alloy (per ASTM F136). |
| Predicate Devices: | • The Normed Extremity Titanium Hand and Small Fragment System, the Normed Titanium Calcaneus Plating with Locking Screw System and the Normed Titanium Osteotomy Plating System (Osteomedics Inc - K011118, K022324 and K022325, respectively) |
| | • The Wright Medical ORTHOLOC <sup>™</sup> 3Di Hallux System, The Wright Medical ORTHOLOC <sup>™</sup> 3Di Ankle Fusion Plating System and The Wright Medical ORTHOLOC <sup>™</sup> 3Di Midfoot/Flatfoot System (Wright Medical Technology, Inc. - K120359, K121425 and K121651, respectively) |
| | • CHARLOTTE <sup>™</sup> Snap-Off Screw (Wright Medical Technology, Inc. K043583, K050819) |
| | • M3-X Extremity Fixation (OsteoMed Corp., K924018) |
| | • The Arthrex Titanium Opening Wedge Osteotomy System, the Arthrex Small Fragment Plates and Screws, Low Profile Plate and Screw System, the Arthrex Low Profile Screws and The Arthrex Distal Extremity Plate System (Arthrex, Inc. - K032187, K040907, K052614, K103705 and K111253, respectively) |
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| | • The Stryker® Foot Plating System (Howmedica Osteonics - K063875)<br>• The Mini MaxLock Extreme® Plating System (OrthoHelix Surgical Designs<br>Inc. - K101962, K120157 & K121437)<br>• OsteoMed Foot Plating System ("FPS" OsteoMed LP - K091614) |
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| Performance Data: | Mechanical testing of the worst case ParaLock Plates included static and<br>dynamic bending performed according to ASTM F382. Mechanical testing of<br>the worst case TUFFNEK™ screws included torsion, insertion/removal and<br>pullout performed according to ASTM F543. The mechanical test results and<br>theoretical comparisons demonstrated that the mechanical performance of the<br>ParaLock Plating System™ and TUFFNEK™ screws is substantially<br>equivalent to the predicate devices. |
| Technological<br>Characteristics: | The ParaLock Plating System™ and TUFFNEK™ screws possess the same<br>technological characteristics as one or more of the predicate devices. These<br>include: |
| | • performance (as described above),<br>• basic design (screws and plates in various shapes),<br>• material (titanium and/or titanium alloys) and<br>• sizes (dimensions are comparable to those offered by the predicate<br>systems). |
| | Therefore the fundamental scientific technology of the ParaLock Plating<br>System™ is the same as previously cleared devices. |
| Conclusion: | The ParaLock Plating System™ and TUFFNEK™ screws possess the same<br>intended use and technological characteristics as the predicate devices.<br>Therefore the ParaLock Plating System™ and TUFFNEK™ screws are<br>substantially equivalent for its intended use. |
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April 17, 2014
Paragon 28, Inc. % Ms. Karen E. Warden, Ph.D. Representative/Consultant BackRoads Consulting, Inc. PO Box 566 Chesterland, Ohio 44026-0566
Re: K140397
Trade/Device Name: ParaLock Plating System™ Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3030 Regulation Name: Single/multiple component metallic bone fixation appliances and accessories. Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: HRS, HWC, HTN Dated: March 3, 2014 Received: March 4, 2014
Dear Dr. Warden:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing
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(21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers. International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/dcfault.htm.
Sincerely vours.
## Lori A. Wiggins
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Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of Orthopedic Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use Statement
K140397 510(k) Number:
Device Name: ParaLock Plating System™
Indications for Use:
The ParaLock Bone Plates and TUFFNEK™ Bone Screws of the ParaLock Plating System™ are indicated for use in stabilization of fractures or osteotomies; intra and extra articular fractures, joint depression, and multi-fragmentary fractures; revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstruction of small bones of the toes, feet and ankles including the distal tibia, talus, and calcaneus. The system can be used in both adult and pediatric patients.
In addition, the TUFFNEK™ non-locking, titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V ELI) screws and washers are indicated for use in bone reconstruction, osteotomy, arthrodesis, joint fusion, fracture repair and fracture fixation, appropriate for the size of the device.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Elizabeth L. Frank -S
Division of Orthopedic Devices
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
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Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
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Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
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Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
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Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
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Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
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With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
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Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
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Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
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Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
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The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.