A61B17/7077

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EN BLOC DEROTATION OF A SPINAL COLUMN
20200237410 · 2020-07-30 ·

Systems and methods for en bloc derotating a spinal column are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, the method can include manipulating first and second frames coupled respectively to a first set of vertebrae and a second set of vertebrae to derotate the first and second sets of vertebrae relative to one another, and subsequently locking a linkage assembly coupled respectively to the first and second frames to maintain the first and second sets of vertebrae in a derotated position.

Spinal alignment frame

Disclosed is a surgical alignment and distraction frame and associated methods of use that facilitates correction of a sagittal imbalance. The alignment and distraction frame works in conjunction with pedicle screw installation guide assemblies to impart the desired correction. The alignment frame can be utilized to ensure the pedicle screw housings are aligned (to facilitate rod coupling) in concert with the completion of a correction maneuver.

Orthopedic derotation devices and methods of installation thereof

Embodiments herein are generally directed to derotation systems, apparatuses, and components thereof that can be used in spinal derotation procedures, as well as methods of installation. The derotation systems may include a plurality of derotation towers and clamp members.

Apparatus and method for minimally invasive osteosynthesis of sacroiliac luxations/fractures

The disclosure relates to a surgical system and related methods to facilitate reduction and fixation of sacro-iliac luxations/fractures (SIL/F) in small animals, for example dogs and cats. In another aspect, the disclosure relates to an aiming device and related methods providing accurate, reliable, and safe fixation of SIL/F in such small animals. The surgical system includes a work surface, an articulatable and lockable reduction arm mounted to the work surface, a reduction handle mounted to the reduction arm; an articulatable and lockable fixation arm mounted to the work surface, a fixation drill guide mounted to the fixation arm, and an image acquisition unit directed toward the work surface. The surgical system provides enhanced safety to surgical personnel using the system in terms of reduced exposure to harmful radiation form the image acquisition unit.

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINAL STABILIZATION AND INSTRUMENTATION
20200188135 · 2020-06-18 ·

Described herein are devices and methods for fusion of adjacent vertebral bones of a subject using distractor platforms for the exposure and resection of at least a portion of the facet joint, such as in performance of a TLIF procedure. In one embodiment, the distractor platform contains at least a first receptacle and/or extension that are adapted to couple to the implanted screw/bone marker and the method includes advancing a first threaded segment of a first bone fastener assembly into the identified first pedicle of the first vertebral bone, wherein the first bone fastener assembly further comprises a second segment that is adapted to couple with a distraction platform adapted to concurrently attach onto at least one tissue retention blade and is adapted to retain the tissue retention blade in the displaced position.

PEDICLE SCREW MOUNTED RETRACTOR SYSTEM
20200187927 · 2020-06-18 ·

A pedicle screw mounted retractor has a split tube body that has a central tube longitudinally split into two split halves, a first half portion and a second half portion. The split halves form a central working portal. Each half portion has a cylindrical retractor tube appended on a side along an external surface. Each cylindrical retractor tube has a flange with a post extending at or near a proximal end. The pair of cylindrical retractor tubes is configured to pass onto and over a tower or extended top threaded post of a pedicle screw prepositioned in a pair of vertebrae for retracting the vertebrae. The central working portal has at least a 20 mm diameter in a closed and abutted orientation of the first and second split halves. In one embodiment, the central working portal has a 22 mm diameter in the closed and abutted orientation.

COUPLING DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR USE IN ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY
20200179008 · 2020-06-11 ·

A coupling device includes a first coupling body configured to be coupled to a first bone anchor, a second coupling body configured to be coupled a second bone anchor, and a connection device comprising a first connection member connectable to the first coupling body, a second connection member connectable to the second coupling body, and a length adjustment member positionable between and insertable at least partially into each of the first and second connection members. The first and second connection members are movable relative to the length adjustment member. The length adjustment member can be actuated in a first direction to increase a distance between the first connection member and the second connection member, and in a second direction different from the first direction to decrease the distance between the first connection member and the second connection member.

Combined distraction and compression clamp for surgical operations
10660661 · 2020-05-26 · ·

A dual compression and distraction tool for surgical operations, the tool including a first arm having a first pivot axis, a second pivot axis, a first lever, and a first dual purpose jaw, a second arm having a third pivot axis, a fourth pivot axis, a second lever, and a second dual purpose jaw, wherein, in a first position, the first arm is pivotably connected to the second arm such that the first pivot axis is merged with the third pivot axis, to form an distraction tool, and wherein, in a second position, the first arm is pivotably connected to the second arm such that the second pivot axis is merged with the fourth pivot axis, to form a compression tool.

Pedicle screw mounted retractor system

A pedicle screw mounted retractor has a split tube body that has a central tube longitudinally split into two split halves, a first half portion and a second half portion. The split halves form a central working portal. Each half portion has a cylindrical retractor tube appended on a side along an external surface. Each cylindrical retractor tube has a flange with a post extending at or near a proximal end. The pair of cylindrical retractor tubes is configured to pass onto and over a tower or extended top threaded post of a pedicle screw prepositioned in a pair of vertebrae for retracting the vertebrae. The central working portal has at least a 20 mm diameter in a closed and abutted orientation of the first and second split halves. In one embodiment, the central working portal has a 22 mm diameter in the closed and abutted orientation.

Dynamic stabilization systems and associated methods

Implementations described herein include a system that may include a deliver device, an annular anchor and an implant. The delivery device may include a distal end, a proximal and a lumen extending from the distal end to the proximal end. The annular anchor may be removably coupleable to the distal end of the delivery device. The annular anchor may be implantable at a target site in a patient via manipulation of the delivery device. The delivery device may be extendable outside the patient when the anchor is implanted at the target site. The implant may be deliverable through the delivery device to the target delivery site and implantable through the annular anchor. The delivery device may be coupled to the annular anchor to control a trajectory of the implant to the target site.