A61B17/74

Systems and methods for intramedullary nail implantation
11083503 · 2021-08-10 · ·

Intramedullary nails, systems, and methods. The intramedullary nail may include a generally elongate body extending from a first, distal end to a second, proximal end. The distal end may include one or more openings configured to receive one or more bone anchors that extend transversely through the distal end intramedullary nail, and thereby configured to secure the distal end of the nail. The proximal end may also include one or more openings configured to receive one or more bone anchors that extend transversely through the proximal end of the intramedullary nail, and thereby configured to secure the proximal end of the nail. In some embodiments, the proximal opening may contain one or more relief cuts.

Systems and methods for intramedullary nail implantation
11083503 · 2021-08-10 · ·

Intramedullary nails, systems, and methods. The intramedullary nail may include a generally elongate body extending from a first, distal end to a second, proximal end. The distal end may include one or more openings configured to receive one or more bone anchors that extend transversely through the distal end intramedullary nail, and thereby configured to secure the distal end of the nail. The proximal end may also include one or more openings configured to receive one or more bone anchors that extend transversely through the proximal end of the intramedullary nail, and thereby configured to secure the proximal end of the nail. In some embodiments, the proximal opening may contain one or more relief cuts.

Surgical expandable implant

A surgical expandable implant includes a bolt, a movable member, and a support body. The bolt has a bolt body and a fixing member. The movable member is configured to be slidably sleeved on the bolt body. The support body has a first end configured to extend through the fixing member and a second end configured to extend through the movable member. The movable member is configured to slide along the length of the bolt body so as to move the support body from an initial shape to a deformed shape.

CABLE SADDLE
20210177475 · 2021-06-17 ·

The present embodiments include a cable cerclage system and method for the correction of fractures. The system and method can include a cable saddle including first and second loops extending from an upper surface thereof, the first and second loops including apertures extending therethrough and sized and shaped to receive a cerclage cable therethrough. The present embodiments are also directed to a cable cerclage system including at least one cable link, the cable link having a through-hole extending therethrough from a first end to a second end and including a first coupling member at a first and a second coupling member at a second end. The first coupling member of a first cable link is configured to couple to the second coupling member of an adjacent second cable link so that the through-holes of the first and second cable links align to form an elongated cerclage cable passageway.

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF A BONE

Apparatus and methods for treatment of a bone. The apparatus may include an implant. The implant may include an implant tail and an implant head configured to expand, inside the bone, from a collapsed state to an expanded state. The apparatus may include an intramedullary rod defining a central longitudinal rod axis. The intramedullary rod may include a guide segment configured to guide the implant head into the bone and support the implant tail. The intramedullary rod may include an elongated extension member spaced radially apart from the central longitudinal axis. The extension member may be configured to provide clearance for the implant head as the implant head is advanced, in the collapsed state, into the bone. The extension member may be configured to provide clearance for the implant head in the expanded state.

Bone screw with 3D printed thread locking feature
11039866 · 2021-06-22 · ·

A bone screw assembly includes a first body, a second body, and a thread locking assembly that may couple the first body with the second body. The first body includes a proximal portion, a distal portion that may pierce bone in response to rotation of the first body about the longitudinal axis, and a first threaded section that may engage bone. The second body defines a through hole that may receive the distal portion of the first body. The thread locking assembly includes a first thread locking section associated with the proximal portion of the first body, and a second thread locking section associated with the through hole of the second body. Either the first threaded locking section or the second threaded locking section deforms the other in response to rotation of the first threaded locking section relative to the second threaded locking section.

Hip joint device and method
11039929 · 2021-06-22 ·

A medical device for implantation in a hip joint of a patient is provided. The medical device comprising a first piece being adapted to be fixated to the femoral bone and a second piece adapted to be fixated to the pelvic bone. The medical device further comprises a releasing which in a first state is adapted to hold said first piece attached to said second piece, and in a second state release said first piece from said second piece. The releasing member is adapted to change from said first state to said second state when a predetermined strain is placed on said releasing member by the connection with the first or second piece. The medical device further comprises a calibration member for calibrating the pre-determined strain required for said releasing member to change from said first state to said second state.

Cannulated nail extractor
11109903 · 2021-09-07 · ·

A cannulated nail extractor including an extractor having a proximal end for connecting to an extraction device, a distal end opposite the proximal end, and a connector extending from the distal end. The cannulated nail extractor further includes an engagement wire having an enlarged proximal end configured to engage the extractor and an enlarged distal end configured to engage a distal end of the cannulated nail. The cannulated nail extractor further includes a positioning wire for insertion into the cannulated nail for urging the enlarged distal end of the engagement wire into engagement with the distal end of the cannulated nail, whereby exerting an extraction force on the extractor produces extraction force by engagement of the enlarged distal end of the engagement wire on the distally facing end of the cannulated nail.

Telescoping bone screw
11020158 · 2021-06-01 · ·

A bone screw for treating a bone fracture having a detent assembly on a body portion thereof. The detent assembly includes a detent member that is movable between a first and second position. The detent assembly operative to secure the body whereby said plunger portion moves independent of said body. The bone screw may also include a plunger assembly having a plunger with a threaded portion and a plunger portion. The plunger portion is slidably disposed within a chamber of the body.

Telescoping bone screw
11020158 · 2021-06-01 · ·

A bone screw for treating a bone fracture having a detent assembly on a body portion thereof. The detent assembly includes a detent member that is movable between a first and second position. The detent assembly operative to secure the body whereby said plunger portion moves independent of said body. The bone screw may also include a plunger assembly having a plunger with a threaded portion and a plunger portion. The plunger portion is slidably disposed within a chamber of the body.