A spinal needle is a type of needles, which is typically much longer and thicker than other needles in order to inject fluids directly into the spinal cord. AccuPoint spinal needles are made of high quality stainless steel. There are two types of spinal needles, the Quincke and the Pencil Point.
BENEFITS OF SPINAL NEEDLES
Pre-sterilized for convenience, so they are ready to use straight out of the packaging.
Reduced chance of infection thanks to their sharp tips and smooth surfaces.
Color-coded for easy size identification.
MATERIALS USED
AccuPoint™ Spinal Needles are manufactured of high grade, rigid stainless steel for a sharp, precision point.
TYPES OF SPINAL NEEDLES
Pencil Point Needle: This variant of spinal needle is equipped with a tapered tip, specifically designed to ensure the minimal leakage of CSF and to reduce the damage to impacted tissue.
Quincke Needle: This variant of spinal needle is considered the standard needle for diagnostic lumbar puncture. It is fitted with a cutting tip and is very useful for diagnosing diseases afflicting the central nervous system, such as subarachnoid hemorrhage.
FAQS
What is the difference between a regular needle and a spinal needle?
The spinal needle is much longer and thicker than other needles; the spinal needle is 90mm where as a regular needle is only 1 1/2" in average, however both of these needles are made out of the same material.
Do the spinal needles come in different sizes?
Yes. AccuPoint offers a variety of needles that vary in both length and width, to ensure that all of your needle needs can be successfully met. AccuPoint provides both the Quincke and Pencil point.
What is the difference between the Quincke and Pencil point?
The Quincke needle is the standard spinal needle, which has a cutting tip. It is commonly used by non-anesthetists for diagnostic lumbar puncture.
The Pencil-Point needle is a needle with a tapered tip that does not damage tissue as much as a beveled needle. Pencil-Point needles are commonly used in lumbar puncture to reduce leakage of cerebrospinal fluid from the subarachnoid space.
What materials are the spinal needles made of?
The spinal needles are made of high quality stainless steel.
