Patent application number | Description | Published |
20080269736 | Autoclaveable handle with stripping mechanism to attach a disposable connecting cable - Embodiments of a handle for use in a surgical tool that uses electricity is disclosed. In one embodiment, the handle is autoclaveable and reusable, and includes connections between an electrical cable (e.g. for providing electrical energy and/or transmitting electrical signals) and an operating end of the tool. An insert member having arms for stripping wire or cable electrically connects the cable and the operating end of the tool, and a set screw may be provided to hold the cable in place. A clip member may also be provided to hold the handle to the rest of the tool. Method for using and assembling handle embodiments are also described. | 10-30-2008 |
20100222818 | VERTEBRAL ROD AND RELATED METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A vertebral rod includes a first elongated section, a second elongated section and an intermediate section disposed between the first section and the second section. The intermediate section has an inner surface and opposing end portions that define an open portion. A removable element extends from one of the first, second or intermediate sections and is disposable adjacent the opposing end portions. The element is configured to prevent engagement of the opposing end portions. A resistance member is configured for disposal with the intermediate section and engaging at least a portion of the inner surface. A method of manufacture is also disclosed. | 09-02-2010 |
20100274288 | DYNAMIC SPINAL ROD AND IMPLANTATION METHOD - Embodiments of the invention include a system and method for stabilizing a segment of a spinal column with a dynamic spinal rod having a shank, a stay, and a casing sized to stretch tightly between components of the dynamic spinal rod and provide a structural connection between the components. | 10-28-2010 |
20130079825 | TEMPLATE FOR MULTIPLE LENGTH SPINAL RODS - A spinal rod template has a rod and a plurality of size identifiers. The rod has a first end separated by a length from a second end. The first end may be shaped generally like a spinal rod and configured to be received within a first bone anchor assembly. The size identifiers are oriented along the length of the rod at the second end of the rod. Each of the plurality of size identifiers identifies a specific length for a spinal rod implant. The second end of the rod is configured to be received in a second bone anchor assembly such that the plurality of size identifiers specify specific length for a spinal rod implant based upon the relationship of the second bone anchor assembly to the plurality of size identifiers. | 03-28-2013 |
20130103090 | VERTEBRAL ROD SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE - A vertebral rod comprises a first elongated rod portion and a second elongated rod portion. A flexible intermediate portion is disposed between the first rod portion and the second rod portion. The intermediate portion includes a wall defining at least one cavity through a surface of the wall. The at least one cavity includes a first cavity portion disposed in a first plane and a second cavity portion disposed in a second plane transverse to the first plane. The at least one cavity defines a first tab having a free end. Methods of use are disclosed. | 04-25-2013 |
20130110169 | VERTEBRAL ROD SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE | 05-02-2013 |
20140207236 | EXPANDABLE SPINAL IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed. | 07-24-2014 |
20150351927 | EXPANDABLE SPINAL IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed. | 12-10-2015 |