Patent classifications
A61B17/7049
CONNECTORS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS THEROF
Implants, systems, and methods for connecting one or more spinal rods. The spinal connector implants may be used in revision surgeries to extend fixation to adjacent level(s). The implants may be configured for parallel, perpendicular, or in-line connection of adjacent rods or may be secured to a screw head of an existing screw.
REVISION CONNECTORS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF
Connector assemblies, systems, and methods thereof. A modular connector has a first end that clamps to a first rod in an existing construct and a second end having a modular connection point configured to connect a second rod in a new construct such that the new construct can be extended from the existing construct.
ORTHOPEDIC FIXATION DEVICES AND METHODS OF INSTALLATION THEREOF
Orthopedic fixation devices and methods of installing the same. The orthopedic fixation device may include a coupling element and a bone fastener, whereby the bone fastener can be loaded into the coupling element through the bottom of a bore in the coupling element and a retention member is configured to allow polyaxial rotation of the bone fastener and also to lock the bone fastener in place upon application of a force on a saddle and clamp in the coupling element.
Transverse coupling for surgical implant extensions
A transverse coupling for connecting multiple implant extensions includes at least a first sleeve and a second sleeve. The first sleeve defines a first aperture adapted to axially receive a first implant extension through the first aperture. The second sleeve defines a second aperture adapted to axially receive a second implant extension through the second aperture. The transverse coupling also includes a central housing. A first shaft connects the first sleeve to the central housing, and a second shaft connects the second sleeve to the central housing. The central housing includes at least one joint for connecting the central housing to at least one of the first and second shafts in a movable arrangement that allows the shaft(s) to move through one or more degrees of freedom relative to the central housing.
METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR IMPLANTING A NEUROMODULATION SYSTEM AND A SPINAL FIXATION SYSTEM AT A SURGICALLY OPEN SPINAL TREATMENT SITE
The present invention provides a single surgical method, procedure and/or system that creates open visual and physical access to an identified spinal treatment site that comprises both targeted vertebral and spinal levels to be treated, wherein the spinal levels comprise at least one dorsal root ganglion. A spinal treatment procedure is performed generally in combination with implantation of a neuromodulation system that may comprise placement of electrical lead(s) on the at least one dorsal root ganglion, wherein each lead is in operative connection with a pulse generator that may also be implanted during the surgical method. Electrical stimulation may be generated with the pulse generator through the electrical leads to the at least one dorsal root ganglion during and/or after the closure of the identified spinal treatment site.
Uni-planer bone fixation assembly
A bone fixation assembly includes a plurality of bone fixation elements that each include a bone anchor configured to be implanted into underlying bone, such as a vertebra. Each bone anchor is received in an anchor seat, and the anchor seats are joined by a fixation rod so as to operatively couple and fix the position and orientation of the vertebrae relative to each other. The bone anchor is free to rotate relative to the anchor seat, and is also free to pivot in a desired direction relative to the anchor seat.
Revision connectors, systems, and methods thereof
Connector assemblies, systems, and methods thereof. One or more modular connectors has a first portion that clamps to a first rod in an existing construct and a second portion that clamps to a second rod in a new construct such that the new construct can be extended from the existing construct.
Orthopedic tethered implants and system
A clamp assembly for orthopedic use having a housing that includes a top surface, a recess, a distal base and a bottom surface, the recess defining a longitudinal axis and extending through the housing from the top surface through the distal base and toward the bottom surface, and at least two through slots, each one of being disposed at a bottom or a side a surface of the housing. The assembly including a securement assembly positionable within the recess in a co-axial relationship to a mating surface on the recess, and a band sized for travel along a predetermined path defined in part by the through slots in the housing, wherein at least one of the through slots is a starting point for travel of the band along the predetermined path.
Spinal cross connector
A spinal cross-connector comprises an elongated member, a first connector and a second connector. The first connector and the second connector are configured to receive spinal rods and adaptable to directly attach with pedicle screws. The first connector includes a first collet head, a first clamp and a first locking means. The second connector includes a second collet head, a second clamp and a second locking mans. The first locking means is configured to tighten over a first collet head and engage with the first connector. Similarly, the second locking means is configured to tighten over a second collet head and engage with the second connector. The engagement of the first locking means with the first connector and the second locking means with the second connector locks the spinal cross-connector.
Spinal fusion implant
The purpose of the present invention is to provide a spinal fusion implant capable of preserving turning properties of vertebral bodies, and in addition, capable of preventing false screwing (false insertion) of screws. Connection plates 3 constituting a spinal fusion implant 101 each have, on a ventral-side surface 3b, a convex-shaped portion 8 that is fitted into a concave-shaped portion of an intervertebral joint 53. In addition, a center hole 3d through which a center rod 4 is slidably inserted is formed on a side surface of the connection plate 3, such that the center of the hole is positioned closer to the back side than a virtual line L1 connecting midpoints on arc-shaped contour lines C of the concave-shaped portions of the adjacent intervertebral joints 53 when viewed from the head side of a human body.