Which instrument is used to ensure proper Morse taper engagement of the glenosphere in Univers Revers glenoid?

Which instrument is used to ensure proper Morse taper engagement of the glenosphere in Univers Revers glenoid?

• A. Suture Forceps
• B. Plate Graspers
• C. Humeral Inserter
• D. Glenosphere Forceps

Answer: (D)

Fitting and seating the glenosphere onto its taper is about precise alignment and a clean, full engagement of the Morse taper. The Glenosphere Forceps are designed specifically to hold and guide the glenosphere during seating, allowing controlled, axial impaction to ensure the taper fully engages with the baseplate trunnion. This direct alignment and secure grip helps prevent misfit, seating gaps, or tilt that could compromise fixation or stability. Other tools are meant for different steps: suture forceps handle soft tissues, plate graspers assist with plate positioning on the glenoid, and a humeral inserter is used for inserting the humeral component. None of these are tailored to seating the glenosphere on the Morse taper, so they aren’t the best choice for this task.

Fitting and seating the glenosphere onto its taper is about precise alignment and a clean, full engagement of the Morse taper. The Glenosphere Forceps are designed specifically to hold and guide the glenosphere during seating, allowing controlled, axial impaction to ensure the taper fully engages with the baseplate trunnion. This direct alignment and secure grip helps prevent misfit, seating gaps, or tilt that could compromise fixation or stability.

Other tools are meant for different steps: suture forceps handle soft tissues, plate graspers assist with plate positioning on the glenoid, and a humeral inserter is used for inserting the humeral component. None of these are tailored to seating the glenosphere on the Morse taper, so they aren’t the best choice for this task.