Description
This skeleton is the perfect reproduction of a human skeleton cast directly from specially selected natural human skeleton material to ensure the finest bone quality, structures and details of bony surface. Nothing is as complex as nature itself. That is why Rudiger Anatomie didn't attempt to copy nature; they took nature itself as the basis for this skeleton. In the 1970s, Rudiger was well known as the biggest supplier of real human bone material worldwide, giving them a unique and unrivalled selection of real bones to cast models from. These bones aren't sculpted by artists; they are cast from real, once living skeletons, giving you access to materials that are only rivalled by cadavers. Anatomy experts find it hard to distinguish these plastic skeletons from real human skeletons.
This advanced skeleton includes more than perfect replication of human bones - over 500 muscle insertion and origin points are individually hand-painted by German craftsmen with indelible paint for a lasting finish. Muscle insertion points are blue; muscle origins are painted in red.
This skeleton shows all of the 206 - 214 bones of a normal male adult. Every one of the 24 vertebrae, all 12 ribs of each side, all 26 bones of each foot and the 27 bones of each hand are individually single mounted. All Rudiger Anatomie skeletons come with hyoid bone.
Wherever possible there is natural movement in the joints. For easy transportation or individual demonstration, you may take off the arms and legs as well as the skull. Equipped with an incredibly flexible copper spine, this skeleton will demonstrate natural and lifelike movement in the vertebral column, and can maintain just about any position you desire. The spine construction is designed to withstand years of use without failure or compromise. The spine also includes major spinal cord branches, with nerve endings, as well as vertebral arteries. A herniated disc is shown between L4 and L5. The sacrum is sectioned and equipped with a removable bone flap to show the path of spinal nerves inside the sacrum.
The skeleton comes with a human skull which is cast from a selected natural bone skull with all fine anatomical details. It is unbreakable in normal use and dissectible into 4 parts. The skull has a full dentition. 26 of 31 individual teeth come with full roots and are removable. You may pull teeth of maxillae and mandible for individual demonstration and place them back into the socket. The mandible can be taken off. A bony flap on one side of mandible can be opened to show the nerve canal, bony structure, roots of teeth and an impacted third molar. These 5 teeth in the bony flap are not removable. The skeleton is approximately 6 feet tall (including the stand), 16 inches wide and 10 inches deep. Weight is approximately 25 lbs.
This skeleton comes complete with a 5-leg safety stand with casters with a 23.5 inch radius, includes a dust cover and a comprehensive numbered key for ease of study. Manufactured by medical artists and craftsmen in Germany. Backed by an industry-leading 5 year warranty.
Warranty Information
Rudiger Anatomie
Warranty Period: 5 Years
Premium Quality and Dependability
Designed and produced entirely in Germany, Rudiger Anatomie is one of the leading manufacturers of anatomical models, skeletons models and wall charts. As a strong statement of quality, Rudiger Anatomie provides one of the longest warranty periods in the industry right from the moment you receive your new product, guaranteeing it will faithfully perform during the Five Year Warranty.
What the Warranty Covers
Rudiger Anatomie produces premiere skeletons and models, so don't expect a lot to go wrong with your new model. However, if something does, having selected a premier model, you can be confident the warranty has you covered.
- If at any time during this warranty period your Rudiger Anatomie model does not live up to the guarantee of quality, the model will be repaired or replaced.
- Please note: Extended lead times may apply if new units of the product are not in stock domestically. Replacements oftentimes must come directly from Germany.
- Here is what's covered:
- If your anatomical model breaks or significantly degrades from normal everyday use, defined as:
- Display, disassembly, and reassembly of parts designed to be removed from the model.
- Functionality, such as rotation or flexion, within the range of natural movement of the human body.
- Indoor use without extreme exposure to UV light, heat or cold.
- Care and storage in accordance with the Rudiger Anatomie Care and Maintenance Guide.
- If your anatomical model does not perform as described.
- If your anatomical model breaks or significantly degrades from normal everyday use, defined as:
- If you lose a part or hardware, we will help you find a replacement (shipping costs may apply).
Warranty Limitations
Rudiger Anatomie builds products that are built to last a lifetime. Each product is versatile and a must-have for anyone who wants the best of the best. Since this product has so many uses, unfortunately, the warranty warranty does have a few limitations.
- We cannot cover misuse, improper storage, mishandling, or mistreatment under warranty. Because we provide models for education, repurposing models for use outside of demonstration, such as mechanical testing, device validation, or other clinical applications outside of education, the warranty shall be voided. Examples include:
- Dropping your anatomical model.
- Improper cleaning or storage of your anatomical model.
- Modifications to the product, such as markings, additional or negated hardware, drilling, cutting, or otherwise altering your anatomical model.
- Excessive stress on functional parts, such as vertebral stress or joint over-extension.
- Damage due to negligence, theft, property damage, or the like are not covered by the Rudiger Anatomie warranty.
- Anatomical charts are not covered by the Rudiger Anatomie Five Year Warranty.
- While we will always be here to support you, we cannot provide customers with a return label for any products shipped to a location outside of the United States.
How to File a Warranty Claim
Our dedicated Customer Service team is available to help over phone, email or chat and we will work with you to find the most cost and time effective solution that suits your needs.
- The best way to protect your purchase is to register your product online right when you receive it, so you never have to worry about losing the receipt or contacting us outside of the warranty period. Visit this page to register your product under warranty. You will need to provide the following information:
- First and Last Name
- Email Address
- Place of Purchase
- Order Number
- Date of Purchase
- Customer must provide proof of purchase alongside any claim of defect, or warranty cannot be honored. This ensures the authenticity of the model.
- Photographs must be provided when a warranty claim is made, indicating the defect in the model and the current condition of the model before it is retrieved by Rudiger Anatomie.
- All decisions regarding warranty matters shall be at the sole discretion of Rudiger Anatomie or its Authorized Dealers.
