Kevin Kruse, M.D.

Kevin Kruse, M.D.

Board-Certified, Fellowship Trained Shoulder Doctor

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New Rotator Cuff Repair Technology

ZuriMED SpeedPatch & FiberLocker System

A recently FDA-cleared surgical technology that strengthens rotator cuff repairs by integrating a specialized textile patch directly into the tendon tissue.

FDA-Cleared 510(k)

What is it?

The FiberLocker® System (by ZuriMED) is a recently FDA-cleared (510(k)) surgical technology designed to strengthen rotator cuff repairs by integrating a specialized textile patch directly into tendon tissue.

Key Components

FiberLocker Instrument and SpeedPatch PET

SpeedPatch®

A 30 mm × 25 mm non-woven patch made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fibers.

FiberLocker® Instrument

A single-use implantation tool that “felts” the patch fibers into the tendon within 90 seconds.

How It Works

Diagram showing the FiberLocker felting technique interlocking fibers with tendon tissue
  1. 1 A patented “felting” technique, similar to a surgical sewing machine, drives fibers from the patch deep into tendon tissue — creating a strong, interwoven interface of 10,000 points of fixation that reinforces the repaired tendon.
  2. 2 Standard suture anchors attach the tendon to the bone as usual, followed by patch placement to augment the repair.

The Benefits

Stronger Repair

Biomechanical studies show significantly increased failure load and tensile strength compared to conventional methods.

Early Active Range of Motion

The robust repair allows a sling to be worn as needed for comfort — not for six weeks as previously recommended.

Smooth Tissue Integration

Studies indicate excellent patch integration with aligned collagen growth and minimal adverse reactions.

Minimally Invasive

Compatible with arthroscopic (keyhole) surgical methods.

Watch It in Action

A short walkthrough showing how the SpeedPatch and FiberLocker System are used during a rotator cuff repair.

Interested in a stronger, faster rotator cuff repair?

Dr. Kruse offers the SpeedPatch and FiberLocker System as part of his advanced rotator cuff repair techniques. Schedule a consultation to see if you’re a candidate.

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