Patent classifications
A61B17/8808
IMPLANTABLE BONE GRAFTING DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS
Implantable bone grafting devices, systems, and methods are disclosed and described. In one embodiment, a device may include a base, a lid, and at least one connector that connects the base and lid in a fixed relationship with a space therebetween. The space is configured as a reservoir to hold, and allow vascular access to, a bone grafting media. The bone grafting devices are configured for placement in a subject such that the bone grafting media reservoir substantially aligns in a common plane with a bone of the subject.
METHODS AND DEVICES FOR LESS INVASIVE GLENOID REPLACEMENT
The invention relates to a glenoid (shoulder socket) implant prosthesis, a humeral implant prosthesis, devices for implanting glenoid and humeral implant prostheses, and less invasive methods of their use for the treatment of an injured or damaged shoulder.
Computerized process for making a patient-specific implant
The present invention is a process of making a patient-specific implant for a patient. The current process is adaptable to manufacture spinal and other implants for insertion into the patient.
Bone material dispensing device
A bone material dispensing device is provided. The bone material dispensing device comprises a housing having a proximal end, a distal end, and a longitudinal axis. The proximal end has a first opening and the distal end has a second opening. The first opening and the second opening are configured to slidably receive at least a portion of a plunger. A tubular member is provided that is pivotably connected to the housing and is configured for lateral movement relative to the longitudinal axis of the housing. The tubular member comprises a proximal opening, a distal opening and a channel disposed therebetween. The proximal opening, the distal opening and the channel of the tubular member are configured to receive at least the portion of the plunger. The tubular member is movable in a first position to align the proximal opening of the tubular member with the second opening of the housing to allow the tubular member to receive at least the portion of the plunger to dispense the bone material. A method of implanting bone material with the bone material dispensing device is also provided.