510(k) · Cleared
ClearedLife Spine Foot and Ankle Plating System
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Life Spine, Inc. · HRS Plate, Fixation, Bone
Cleared on Dec 21, 2017 as substantially equivalent to K140397 (Paragon 28, 2014) and 3 other predicates after an 86-day review. Its family tree reaches back 13 generations to 1996.
- Decided
- Dec 21, 2017
- Review
- 86 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- HRS
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 4
Its longest line of descent runs back 13 generations to K954385 (1996). 227 ancestors in all, the oldest K792022 (1979). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 13 generations backK954385 Synthes Mandibular Modular Fixation SystemSynthes (Usa) · 1996
- 9 generations between
- 3 generations backK120157 Mini Maxlock Extreme Plating SystemOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2012
- 2 generations backK121437 Mini Maxlock Extreme Plating SystemOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2012
- 1 generation backK140397 Paralock Plating System / Tuffnek ScrewParagon 28 · 2014
- This deviceK172973 Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating SystemLife Spine, Inc. · 2017
Show all 13 generations
- Root · 13 generations backK954385 Synthes Mandibular Modular Fixation SystemSynthes (Usa) · 1996
- 12 generations backK974555 Synthes 2.0 MM Locking Plate System (2.0 LPS)Synthes (Usa) · 1998
- 11 generations backK030448 Osteomed 2.0 Locking Plates and ScrewsOsteomed LP · 2003
- 10 generations backK032442 KLS-Martin Mandibular/Reconstruction System IIKLS-Martin L.P. · 2003
- 9 generations backK040598 KLS Martin Hand Plating SystemKLS-Martin L.P. · 2004
- 8 generations backK050868 MaxlockOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2005
- 7 generations backK073624 Modular Foot SystemOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2008 · Recalled
- 6 generations backK100618 Maxlock Extreme Extremity Plating System with Variable Angle…Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2010
- 5 generations backK102156 Maxlock Extreme Extremity Plating System Distal Radius Plates and…Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2010 · Recalled
- 4 generations backK111041 Mini Variable SystemOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2011
- 3 generations backK120157 Mini Maxlock Extreme Plating SystemOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2012
- 2 generations backK121437 Mini Maxlock Extreme Plating SystemOrthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. · 2012
- 1 generation backK140397 Paralock Plating System / Tuffnek ScrewParagon 28 · 2014
- This deviceK172973 Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating SystemLife Spine, Inc. · 2017
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −13 | K954385 | Synthes Mandibular Modular Fixation System | Synthes (Usa) | 1996 | — |
| −12 | K974555 | Synthes 2.0 MM Locking Plate System (2.0 LPS) | Synthes (Usa) | 1998 | — |
| −11 | K030448 | Osteomed 2.0 Locking Plates and Screws | Osteomed LP | 2003 | — |
| −10 | K032442 | KLS-Martin Mandibular/Reconstruction System II | KLS-Martin L.P. | 2003 | — |
| −9 | K040598 | KLS Martin Hand Plating System | KLS-Martin L.P. | 2004 | — |
| −8 | K050868 | Maxlock | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −7 | K073624 | Modular Foot System | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2008 | 1 |
| −6 | K100618 | Maxlock Extreme Extremity Plating System with Variable Angle Technology | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2010 | — |
| −5 | K102156 | Maxlock Extreme Extremity Plating System Distal Radius Plates and Screws | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2010 | 1 |
| −4 | K111041 | Mini Variable System | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2011 | — |
| −3 | K120157 | Mini Maxlock Extreme Plating System | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2012 | — |
| −2 | K121437 | Mini Maxlock Extreme Plating System | Orthohelix Surgical Designs, Inc. | 2012 | — |
| −1 | K140397 | Paralock Plating System / Tuffnek Screw | Paragon 28 | 2014 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K172973 | Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating System | Life Spine, Inc. | 2017 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 3 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 5 | 0 |
| 1993 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 | 5 | 0 |
| 1996 | 12 | 0 |
| 1997 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 0 |
| 1999 | 9 | 0 |
| 2000 | 13 | 0 |
| 2001 | 17 | 0 |
| 2002 | 20 | 0 |
| 2003 | 7 | 0 |
| 2004 | 7 | 0 |
| 2005 | 16 | 0 |
| 2006 | 19 | 0 |
| 2007 | 8 | 0 |
| 2008 | 9 | 0 |
| 2009 | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 | 13 | 0 |
| 2011 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in HRS? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new HRS device
- #1 K222465 Tyber Medical Anatomical Plating Systemscore 27.5 · 16 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (4)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K140397 | Paralock Plating System / Tuffnek ScrewSummary page 4…HRS, CFR 888.3030, Class II HWC, CFR 888.3040, Class II Primary Predicate: Paragon 28 Paralock Plating System / Tuffnek Screw (K140397) Secondary Predicate: Depuy ALPS Small Bone Locked Plating System (K101240) Ortho Solutions Extre… | 2014 |
| * | K101240 | Closed Fusion Plate, MTP Plate, Talus Plate, Model 824077021, 22; 824677021, 22…Summary page 4…Class II Primary Predicate: Paragon 28 Paralock Plating System / Tuffnek Screw (K140397) Secondary Predicate: Depuy ALPS Small Bone Locked Plating System (K101240) Ortho Solutions Extremity Fixation Implants for osteosynthesis (K111678) Lif… | 2010 |
| * | K111678 | Ortho Solutions Extremity Fixation Implants for OsteosysnthesisSummary page 4…Secondary Predicate: Depuy ALPS Small Bone Locked Plating System (K101240) Ortho Solutions Extremity Fixation Implants for osteosynthesis (K111678) Life Spine Opening Base Wedge (K161037) Device Description: The Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating… | 2012 |
| * | K161037 | Tarsa-Link Stand-Alone Wedge Fixation SystemSummary page 4…tem (K101240) Ortho Solutions Extremity Fixation Implants for osteosynthesis (K111678) Life Spine Opening Base Wedge (K161037) Device Description: The Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating System is system of plates and screws for fixation and reconstruc… | 2016 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 21 years and passes through 6 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.0 years on median.
- 44 of the 227 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- 6 other devices also cite its predicate K140397.
How does its category compare?
All HRS devicesHRS Plate, Fixation, Bone: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2017, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · HRS
54in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · HRS
90in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · HRS
1in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · HRS
2,306in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code HRS, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 35 | 63 | 2 | 339 |
| 2008 | 35 | 87 | 11 | 311 |
| 2009 | 47 | 85 | 3 | 435 |
| 2010 | 49 | 100 | 16 | 491 |
| 2011 | 43 | 88 | 5 | 773 |
| 2012 | 59 | 106 | 4 | 1,663 |
| 2013 | 56 | 89 | 11 | 2,643 |
| 2014 | 76 | 57 | 0 | 2,413 |
| 2015 | 56 | 97 | 7 | 3,095 |
| 2016 | 44 | 109 | 5 | 2,276 |
| 2017 | 57 | 122 | 3 | 2,220 |
| 2018 | 40 | 116 | 2 | 2,663 |
| 2019 | 46 | 89 | 25 | 3,359 |
| 2020 | 48 | 88 | 1 | 2,790 |
| 2021 | 40 | 87 | 9 | 2,442 |
| 2022 | 47 | 144 | 3 | 1,700 |
| 2023 | 40 | 120 | 1 | 2,049 |
| 2024 | 54 | 96 | 0 | 1,849 |
| 2025 | 54 | 90 | 1 | 2,306 |
| 2026 | 51 | 82 | 3 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating System is indicated for use in stabilization and fixation of fractures or osteotomies; intra and extra articular fractures, joint depression, and multifragmentary fractures; revision procedures, joint fusions, and reconstruction of the bones 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.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K172973 · printed Nov 5, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K172973: Life Spine Foot and Ankle Plating System.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 5, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K172973
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026