A method includes receiving by a controller, a surgeon-specific surgery profile for an implantation of an implant into a joint, implant profiles, a patient-specific post-surgery desired functional profile of the joint after the implantation, and bone registration data for a first bone member and a second bone member of a patient are inputted into a surgical plan model to generate a surgical plan. The surgical plan model is designed to achieve the patient-specific post-surgery desired functional profile based at least in part on a plurality of dependencies between a plurality of surgical parameters, the implant profiles, at least one functional parameter representative of the expected functional performance of the joint, and movement-related data of the joint. The surgical plan is outputted on a graphical user interface (GUI) on a surgery assistant device to facilitate the implantation.
A computer-implemented method including positioning at least one sensor within a joint of a patient; receiving, by a processor, a first data set representing a first series of reaction forces within the joint while the joint is moved through a range of motion; receiving, by the processor, a second data set representing a second series of reaction forces within the joint while the joint is moved through the range of motion while a first trial implant is attached within the joint; calculating, by the processor, a difference between the second data set and the first data set; and providing, by the processor, an instruction based on the difference, the instruction including either an instruction to select a second trial implant if the difference exceeds a threshold, or an instruction to proceed with an actual implant matching the first trial implant if the difference does not exceed the threshold.
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Biological preparations for medical purposes Bone void filler consisting of synthetic materials; Orthopedic joint implants made of artificial materials; Surgical implants comprising artificial materials for use with orthopedic restoration and reconstruction procedures; Prosthetic and filling materials, namely, artificial materials for use in the replacement of bones
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Biological preparations for medical purposes Bone void filler consisting of synthetic materials; Orthopedic joint implants made of artificial materials; Prosthetic and filling materials, namely, artificial materials for use in the replacement of bones; Surgical implants comprising artificial materials for use with orthopedic restoration and reconstruction procedures
A device including a housing having a passage extending therethrough defining a drive shaft axis; a drive shaft supported within the passage and rotatable about the drive shaft axis; a drive housing defining a reaming axis and pivotably coupled to the housing to allow the reaming axis to deflect with respect to the drive shaft axis, a drive interface supported within the drive housing and rotatable about the reaming axis, the drive interface contacting the drive shaft such that rotation of the drive shaft about the drive shaft axis causes rotation of the drive interface about the reaming axis; and an angle adjustment control positioned remotely from a distal end of the housing and operably coupled to the drive housing to move the drive housing between a first position and a second position to define respective first and second offset angles between the reaming axis and the drive shaft axis.
A device including a housing having a passage extending therethrough defining a drive shaft axis; a drive shaft supported within the passage and rotatable about the drive shaft axis; a drive housing defining a reaming axis and pivotably coupled to the housing to allow the reaming axis to deflect with respect to the drive shaft axis, a drive interface supported within the drive housing and rotatable about the reaming axis, the drive interface contacting the drive shaft such that rotation of the drive shaft about the drive shaft axis causes rotation of the drive interface about the reaming axis; and an angle adjustment control positioned remotely from a distal end of the housing and operably coupled to the drive housing to move the drive housing between a first position and a second position to define respective first and second offset angles between the reaming axis and the drive shaft axis.
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A kit including (1) a plate configured to be secured to a scapular spine with a first end of the plate near a trigonum and a second end of the plate near an acromion; (2) a first hook including a mount, a first hook portion extending from the mount in a first direction, a spacer extending from the first hook portion in a transverse direction, and a second hook portion extending from an opposite end of the spacer in the first direction, the first hook adapted to extend around a lateral end of the acromion when fixed to the second end of the plate; and (3) a second hook including a mount, a curved portion curving away from the mount, and a hook portion at an opposite end of the curved portion, the second hook adapted to extend around the trigonum when fixed to the first end of the plate.
A surgery-facilitating system and method include a controller, a first tracker positioned on a first member of a joint, and a second tracker positioned on a second member of the joint. A first anatomical entity of the first member and a second anatomical entity of the second member are tracked using the first and second trackers to generate in the coordinate system, pre-operative kinematic data of the joint during a first movement of the joint, intra-operative kinematic data of the joint during a second movement of the joint, and post-operative kinematic data of the joint during a third movement of the joint. A surgical plan is generated for the surgical procedure of the subject based at least in part on the pre-operative kinematic data, the intra-operative kinematic data, or both, of the joint in the coordinate system.
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IMPROVED COMPUTER-BASED JOINT ARTHROPLASTY SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
A surgery -facilitating system and method include a controller, a first tracker positioned on a first member of a joint, and a second tracker positioned on a second member of the joint. A first anatomical entity of the first member and a second anatomical entity of the second member are tracked using the first and second trackers to generate in the coordinate system, pre-operative kinematic data of the joint during a first movement of the joint, intra-operative kinematic data of the joint during a second movement of the joint, and post-operative kinematic data of the joint during a third movement of the joint. A surgical plan is generated for the surgical procedure of the subject based at least in part on the pre-operative kinematic data, the intra-operative kinematic data, or both, of the joint in the coordinate system.
A device including a first plate configured to interface with a first bone structure of a joint; a second plate configured to interface with a second bone structure of the joint opposite the first bone structure; and at least one mechanical actuation mechanism disposed between the first plate and the second plate and configured to apply a distraction force along an axis between the first plate and the second plate so as to urge the first plate and the second plate away from one another, wherein the device is configured so as to have a range of motion ranging from a minimum distance between the first plate and the second plate to a maximum distance between the first plate and the second plate, and wherein the mechanical actuation mechanism is configured such that the distraction force is substantially constant distraction force across the range of motion.
A system and method may be used to evaluate soft tissue. A knee arthroplasty soft tissue evaluation may use an adjustable spacer, such as varying sized physical spacers or an inflatable bladder, along with a sensor to measure force, pressure, gap distance, or the like during a range of motion test. A method may include maintaining an equal pressure or gap distance for a medial component and a lateral component of an adjustable spacer during a range of motion test. Information, including, for example a maximum or minimum gap distance or pressure may be determined during the range of motion test. The determined information may be output for display or used to update a surgical plan.
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Platform RTSA glenoid prosthesis with modular attachments capable of improving initial fixation, fracture reconstructions, and joint biomechanics
In some embodiments, the present invention provides a reverse shoulder glenoid prosthesis which supports the attachment of multiple different types of modular attachments that can: 1) provide additional scapular fixation (ie external to the glenoid) in order to improve glenoid implant fixation in cases of severe bone loss/fracture, 2) provide joint line lateralization to improve tissue stability in cases of severe glenoid/scapula bone loss, 3) facilitate use and containment of glenoid bone graft in cases of severe glenoid/scapula bone loss—particularly in those cases in which the glenoid defect is uncontained/peripheral 4) achieve glenoid fixation while at the same time reconstructing the scapular bone in cases of scapula fractures, glenoid fractures, and/or acromial fractures, and 5) provide improved rTSA joint biomechanics, particularly posterior rotator cuff efficiency by changing the line of action of the infraspinatus and teres minor muscles to improve their muscle tension, and also increase each muscle's external rotation and abduction moment arm lengths.
A system and method may be used to evaluate soft tissue. A hip joint evaluation may use an adjustable spacer, such as varying sized physical spacers or an inflatable bladder, along with a sensor to measure force, pressure, gap distance, or the like, for example during a range of motion test. A method may include using a maximum pressure during the range of motion test to determine a maximum pressure during the range of motion test. The maximum pressure may be output for display on a user interface.
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A proximal portion of an implant for repairing a multipart fracture of a proximal humerus includes an asymmetric body having a proximal end, a distal end, a medial side, a lateral side, an anterior edge, and a posterior edge a medial surface extending along Sat least a portion of the medial side and having a proximal end and a distal end; a protrusion forming the lateral side of the asymmetric body, offset in an anterior direction, and pointing toward a bicipital groove of the humerus when the proximal portion is implanted in the humerus, an anterior support surface configured to support a lesser tuberosity; a posterior support surface configured to support a greater tuberosity; an angled surface having a first side defined by the medial surface, a second side defined by the anterior support surface, and a third side defined by the posterior support surface; and an anchoring point.
A device including first plate configured to interface with a first bone structure of a joint; a second plate configured to interface with a second bone structure of the joint; and at least one mechanical actuation mechanism disposed between the first plate and the second plate and configured to apply a distraction force so as to urge the first and second plates away from one another, wherein the at least one mechanical actuation mechanism includes first and second actuation sub-mechanisms configured to provide first actuation and second sub-mechanism distraction forces that are antagonist to one another; wherein the device has a range of expansion ranging from a minimum distance to a maximum distance between the first plate and the second plate, and wherein the first actuation sub-mechanism distraction force and the second actuation sub-mechanism distraction force combine to provide the distraction force that is substantially constant.
A method includes receiving by a controller, a surgeon-specific surgery profile for an implantation of an implant into a joint, implant profiles, a patient-specific post-surgery desired functional profile of the joint after the implantation, and bone registration data for a first bone member and a second bone member of a patient are inputted into a surgical plan model to generate a surgical plan. The surgical plan model is designed to achieve the patient-specific post-surgery desired functional profile based at least in part on a plurality of dependencies between a plurality of surgical parameters, the implant profiles, at least one functional parameter representative of the expected functional performance of the joint, and movement-related data of the joint. The surgical plan is outputted on a graphical user interface (GUI) on a surgery assistant device to facilitate the implantation.
A method includes receiving by a controller, a surgeon-specific surgery profile for an implantation of an implant into a joint, implant profiles, a patient-specific post-surgery desired functional profile of the joint after the implantation, and bone registration data for a first bone member and a second bone member of a patient are inputted into a surgical plan model to generate a surgical plan. The surgical plan model is designed to achieve the patient-specific post-surgery desired functional profile based at least in part on a plurality of dependencies between a plurality of surgical parameters, the implant profiles, at least one functional parameter representative of the expected functional performance of the joint, and movement-related data of the joint. The surgical plan is outputted on a graphical user interface (GUI) on a surgery assistant device to facilitate the implantation.
An apparatus includes a processor and a non-transitory memory. The processor is configured to receive pre-operative patient specific data. The pre-operative patient specific data is inputted to a first machine learning model to determine a first predicted post-operative joint performance data output including first predicted post-operative outcome metrics. A reconstruction plan of the joint of the patient is generated based on a medical image of the joint, and at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter obtained from the user. The at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter is inputted into a second machine learning model to determine a second predicted post-operative joint performance data output including second predicted post-operative outcome metrics. The second predicted post-operative joint performance data output is updated to include an arthroplasty surgery recommendation, in response to the user varying the at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter, before the arthroplasty surgery, during the arthroplasty surgery, or both.
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HUMERAL TRAYS WITH TUBEROSITY AUGMENTS SUFFICIENTLY DESIGNED TO IMPROVE JOINT MECHANICS
Disclosed is a prosthetic augment designed to reconstruct a lateral tuberosity shape of a humerus in a subject having proximal bone loss that includes a humeral adapter tray configured to connect a humeral liner of a reverse shoulder prosthesis to a humeral stem of the reverse shoulder prosthesis and an augment member having a first face adapted for contacting the humeral stem of the reverse shoulder prosthesis and a second face adapted for contacting an underside of a muscle, wherein at least a portion of the second face includes a bulbous surface adapted to alter a wrapping angle of the muscle around the lateral tuberosity, and wherein the second face has a radius of curvature selected from one of a constant radius of curvature or a variable radius of curvature.
A kit including (1) a plate configured to be secured to a scapular spine with a first end of the plate near a trigonum and a second end of the plate near an acromion; (2) a first hook including a mount, a first hook portion extending from the mount in a first direction, a spacer extending from the first hook portion in a transverse direction, and a second hook portion extending from an opposite end of the spacer in the first direction, the first hook adapted to extend around a lateral end of the acromion when fixed to the second end of the plate; and (3) a second hook including a mount, a curved portion curving away from the mount, and a hook portion at an opposite end of the curved portion, the second hook adapted to extend around the trigonum when fixed to the first end of the plate.
A device including a first plate configured to interface with a first bone structure of a joint; a second plate configured to interface with a second bone structure of the joint opposite the first bone structure; and at least one mechanical actuation mechanism disposed between the first plate and the second plate and configured to apply a distraction force along an axis between the first plate and the second plate so as to urge the first plate and the second plate away from one another, wherein the device is configured so as to have a range of motion ranging from a minimum distance between the first plate and the second plate to a maximum distance between the first plate and the second plate, and wherein the mechanical actuation mechanism is configured such that the distraction force is substantially constant distraction force across the range of motion.
A device including a first plate configured to interface with a first bone structure of a joint; a second plate configured to interface with a second bone structure of the joint opposite the first bone structure; and at least one mechanical actuation mechanism disposed between the first plate and the second plate and configured to apply a distraction force along an axis between the first plate and the second plate so as to urge the first plate and the second plate away from one another, wherein the device is configured so as to have a range of motion ranging from a minimum distance between the first plate and the second plate to a maximum distance between the first plate and the second plate, and wherein the mechanical actuation mechanism is configured such that the distraction force is substantially constant distraction force across the range of motion.
A device includes an acromion portion sized and shaped to replicate functions of the native acromion, and a fixation portion connected to the acromion portion, the fixation portion including a first arm portion and a second arm portion spaced apart from the first arm portion, wherein the first arm and second arm portions are positioned such that, when the device is positioned such that the acromion portion is in a native position of the absent native acromion, the first arm portion overlays a superior face of a scapular spine of the scapula and the second arm portion overlays an inferior space of the scapular spine of the scapula, wherein each of the first arm portion and the second arm portion includes at least one screw fixation point extending therethrough and configured to receive a screw therein so as to secure the device to the scapula.
A system and method may be used to evaluate soft tissue. A knee arthroplasty soft tissue evaluation may use an adjustable spacer, such as varying sized physical spacers or an inflatable bladder, along with a sensor to measure force, pressure, gap distance, or the like during a range of motion test. A method may include maintaining an equal pressure or gap distance for a medial component and a lateral component of an adjustable spacer during a range of motion test. Information, including, for example a maximum or minimum gap distance or pressure may be determined during the range of motion test. The determined information may be output for display or used to update a surgical plan.
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A system and method may be used to evaluate soft tissue. A hip joint evaluation may use an adjustable spacer, such as varying sized physical spacers or an inflatable bladder, along with a sensor to measure force, pressure, gap distance, or the like, for example during a range of motion test. A method may include using a maximum pressure during the range of motion test to determine a maximum pressure during the range of motion test. The maximum pressure may be output for display on a user interface.
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A device including a first plate configured to interface with a first bone structure of a joint; a second plate configured to interface with a second bone structure of the joint opposite the first bone structure; and at least one mechanical actuation mechanism disposed between the first plate and the second plate and configured to apply a distraction force along an axis between the first plate and the second plate so as to urge the first plate and the second plate away from one another, wherein the device is configured so as to have a range of motion ranging from a minimum distance between the first plate and the second plate to a maximum distance between the first plate and the second plate, and wherein the mechanical actuation mechanism is configured such that the distraction force is substantially constant distraction force across the range of motion.
A device including a first plate configured to interface with a first bone structure of a joint; a second plate configured to interface with a second bone structure of the joint opposite the first bone structure; and at least one mechanical actuation mechanism disposed between the first plate and the second plate and configured to apply a distraction force along an axis between the first plate and the second plate so as to urge the first plate and the second plate away from one another, wherein the device is configured so as to have a range of motion ranging from a minimum distance between the first plate and the second plate to a maximum distance between the first plate and the second plate, and wherein the mechanical actuation mechanism is configured such that the distraction force is substantially constant distraction force across the range of motion.
An apparatus includes a processor and a non-transitory memory. The processor is configured to receive pre-operative patient specific data. The pre-operative patient specific data is inputted to a first machine learning model to determine a first predicted post-operative joint performance data output including first predicted post-operative outcome metrics. A reconstruction plan of the joint of the patient is generated based on a medical image of the joint, and at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter obtained from the user. The at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter is inputted into a second machine learning model to determine a second predicted post-operative joint performance data output including second predicted post-operative outcome metrics. The second predicted post-operative joint performance data output is updated to include an arthroplasty surgery recommendation, in response to the user varying the at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter, before the arthroplasty surgery, during the arthroplasty surgery, or both.
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Method and system for modeling predictive outcomes of arthroplasty surgical procedures
An apparatus includes a processor and a non-transitory memory. The processor is configured to receive pre-operative patient specific data. The pre-operative patient specific data is inputted to a first machine learning model to determine a first predicted post-operative joint performance data output including first predicted post-operative outcome metrics. A reconstruction plan of the joint of the patient is generated based on a medical image of the joint, and at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter obtained from the user. The at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter is inputted into a second machine learning model to determine a second predicted post-operative joint performance data output including second predicted post-operative outcome metrics. The second predicted post-operative joint performance data output is updated to include an arthroplasty surgery recommendation, in response to the user varying the at least one arthroplasty surgical parameter, before the arthroplasty surgery, during the arthroplasty surgery, or both.
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A selection system comprises a ring, a plurality of shims, a measurement device, and at least one glenoid component. The ring is configured to couple to a humerus. A shim of the plurality of shims is configured to couple to the ring. The measurement device is configured to couple to the shim. Each shim of the plurality of shims has a different height when coupled to the ring. The selection system generates measurement data to support the selection of at least one prosthetic component for a shoulder joint in a surgical environment. The shoulder joint geometry can be adjusted by changing shims, changing glenoid component or both. The selection system is removed after the selection of the final prosthetic components for the shoulder joint. The final prosthetic components are installed in the shoulder joint. The measurement device is placed in the shoulder joint and measurement data is generated to verify performance.
Medical monitoring and communication system comprised of patient monitors and patient sensors for monitoring blood properties and respiratory events with embedded software for communicating data to track illness systems
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Downloadable computer software for use in orthopedic joint
surgery; computer hardware and software for use in
orthopedic joint surgery; downloadable medical software for
use in balancing and tensioning ligaments and joints in
surgery. Medical apparatus and instruments for use in orthopedic
surgery; electronic medical device for use in balancing and
tensioning ligaments and joints in surgery.
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downloadable computer software for use in orthopedic joint surgery; computer hardware and downloadable software for use in orthopedic joint surgery; downloadable medical software for use in balancing and tensioning ligaments and joints in surgery medical apparatus and instruments for use in orthopedic surgery; Electronic medical device for use in balancing and tensioning ligaments and joints in surgery
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Prosthetic devices to improve joint mechanics in arthroplasty
Disclosed herein is a kit that includes a humeral stem having a central longitudinal axis, the humeral stem configured to attach to a resected bone; a first tuberosity component having a first thickness relative to the central longitudinal axis of the humeral stem; a second tuberosity component having a second thickness relative to the central longitudinal axis of the humeral stem, wherein the first thickness of the first tuberosity component is different than the second thickness of the second tuberosity component; and at least one proximal segment configured to engage at least one of the first tuberosity component and the second tuberosity component. In an embodiment, the first thickness of the first tuberosity component is at least 20 mm relative to the central axis of the humeral stem, and the second thickness of the second tuberosity component is at least 20 mm relative to the central axis of the humeral stem.
A selection system comprises a ring, a plurality of shims, a measurement device, and at least one glenoid component. The ring is configured to couple to a humerus. A shim of the plurality of shims is configured to couple to the ring. The measurement device is configured to couple to the shim. Each shim of the plurality of shims has a different height when coupled to the ring. The selection system generates measurement data to support the selection of at least one prosthetic component for a shoulder joint in a surgical environment. The shoulder joint geometry can be adjusted by changing shims, changing glenoid component or both. The selection system is removed after the selection of the final prosthetic components for the shoulder joint. The final prosthetic components are installed in the shoulder joint. The measurement device is placed in the shoulder joint and measurement data is generated to verify performance.
A proximal portion of an implant for repairing a multipart fracture of a proximal humerus includes an asymmetric body having a proximal end, a distal end, a medial side, a lateral side, an anterior edge, and a posterior edge a medial surface extending along at least a portion of the medial side and having a proximal end and a distal end; a protrusion forming the lateral side of the asymmetric body, offset in an anterior direction, and pointing toward a bicipital groove of the humerus when the proximal portion is implanted in the humerus, an anterior support surface configured to support a lesser tuberosity; a posterior support surface configured to support a greater tuberosity; an angled surface having a first side defined by the medial surface, a second side defined by the anterior support surface, and a third side defined by the posterior support surface; and an anchoring point.
A kit including (1) a plate configured to be secured to a scapular spine with a first end of the plate near a trigonum and a second end of the plate near an acromion; (2) a first hook including a mount, a first hook portion extending from the mount in a first direction, a spacer extending from the first hook portion in a transverse direction, and a second hook portion extending from an opposite end of the spacer in the first direction, the first hook adapted to extend around a lateral end of the acromion when fixed to the second end of the plate; and (3) a second hook including a mount, a curved portion curving away from the mount, and a hook portion at an opposite end of the curved portion, the second hook adapted to extend around the trigonum when fixed to the first end of the plate.
A device includes an acromion portion sized and shaped to replicate functions of the native acromion, and a fixation portion connected to the acromion portion, the fixation portion including a first arm portion and a second arm portion spaced apart from the first arm portion, wherein the first arm and second arm portions are positioned such that, when the device is positioned such that the acromion portion is in a native position of the absent native acromion, the first arm portion overlays a superior face of a scapular spine of the scapula and the second arm portion overlays an inferior space of the scapular spine of the scapula, wherein each of the first arm portion and the second arm portion includes at least one screw fixation point extending therethrough and configured to receive a screw therein so as to secure the device to the scapula.
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providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable software for assisting orthopedic surgeons with determining the best course of treatment for particular patients and improve post-operative results
A kit includes a distractor, a plurality of trial elements, and at least one sensor. The distractor is configured to separate a first bone from a second bone by adjusting the distance between a first member and a second member, and is configured to receive at least one sensor in the first portion. Each of the trial elements corresponds to one of a plurality of surgical implants, is configured to be temporarily coupled to the second bone so as to evaluate suitability of the corresponding one of the plurality of surgical implants for implantation, and is configured to receive at least one sensor. The at least one sensor is configured to be received in the distractor or one of the trial elements, and is configured to record a magnitude of a force, a direction of application of a force, a pressure mapping, or a location of application of a force.
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Platform rTSA glenoid prosthesis with modular attachments capable of improving initial fixation, fracture reconstructions, and joint biomechanics
In some embodiments, the present invention provides a reverse shoulder glenoid prosthesis which supports the attachment of multiple different types of modular attachments that can: 1) provide additional scapular fixation (ie external to the glenoid) in order to improve glenoid implant fixation in cases of severe bone loss/fracture, 2) provide joint line lateralization to improve tissue stability in cases of severe glenoid/scapula bone loss, 3) facilitate use and containment of glenoid bone graft in cases of severe glenoid/scapula bone loss—particularly in those cases in which the glenoid defect is uncontained/peripheral 4) achieve glenoid fixation while at the same time reconstructing the scapular bone in cases of scapula fractures, glenoid fractures, and/or acromial fractures, and 5) provide improved rTSA joint biomechanics, particularly posterior rotator cuff efficiency by changing the line of action of the infraspinatus and teres minor muscles to improve their muscle tension, and also increase each muscle's external rotation and abduction moment arm lengths.
A computer-implemented method including positioning at least one sensor within a joint of a patient; receiving, by a processor, a first data set representing a first series of reaction forces within the joint while the joint is moved through a range of motion; receiving, by the processor, a second data set representing a second series of reaction forces within the joint while the joint is moved through the range of motion while a first trial implant is attached within the joint; calculating, by the processor, a difference between the second data set and the first data set; and providing, by the processor, an instruction based on the difference, the instruction including either an instruction to select a second trial implant if the difference exceeds a threshold, or an instruction to proceed with an actual implant matching the first trial implant if the difference does not exceed the threshold.
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Coating sold as an integral component of implantable orthopedic devices; surgical implants comprising artificial materials for use with orthopedic restoration and reconstruction procedures
A proximal portion of an implant for repairing a multipart fracture of a proximal humerus includes an asymmetric body having a proximal end, a distal end, a medial side, a lateral side, an anterior edge, and a posterior edge a medial surface extending along at least a portion of the medial side and having a proximal end and a distal end; a protrusion forming the lateral side of the asymmetric body, offset in an anterior direction, and pointing toward a bicipital groove of the humerus when the proximal portion is implanted in the humerus, an anterior support surface configured to support a lesser tuberosity; a posterior support surface configured to support a greater tuberosity; an angled surface having a first side defined by the medial surface, a second side defined by the anterior support surface, and a third side defined by the posterior support surface; and an anchoring point.
Surgical implants, namely, implantable orthopedic hip prosthesis, as well as kits and systems containing an implantable hip prosthesis and an assortment of fixation hardware, namely, screws, cables and hooks, and written instructions sold as a kit
A talar implant, comprising: a superior surface, defined by an arc having at least one first radius; an inferior surface, defined by an arc having at least one second radius, a lateral side; a medial side; a posterior portion having a first width; and an anterior portion having a second width; wherein the implant is configured to restore a tibio-talar joint tension, wherein the superior surface is separated from the inferior surface by a thickness, wherein the at least one first radius is smaller than the at least one second radius, wherein the center of the arc having at least one first radius is offset from the center of the arc having at least one second radius in at least one plane of the talar implant, and wherein the anterior portion further comprises an extension configured to provide support.
A drug-eluting spacer for temporary implantation in a knee joint includes a femoral component configured to interface with a femur, a tibial tray component having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a shaft extending from the lower surface, the shaft configured to be positioned axially within a tibia, the lower surface configured configured to interface with the tibia, and a tibial insert component having an upper surface and a lower surface, the lower surface of the tibial insert component configured to engage the upper surface of the tibial tray component, the upper surface of the tibial insert component configured to receive the femoral component in an articulating manner. The femoral component, the tibial tray component, and the tibial insert component carry joint loads when implanted. The drug-eluting spacer is configured to elute a biologically active agent in an amount effective to treat an infection of the knee joint.
A kit includes a distractor, a plurality of trial elements, and at least one sensor. The distractor is configured to separate a first bone from a second bone by adjusting the distance between a first member and a second member, and is configured to receive at least one sensor in the first portion. Each of the trial elements corresponds to one of a plurality of surgical implants, is configured to be temporarily coupled to the second bone so as to evaluate suitability of the corresponding one of the plurality of surgical implants for implantation, and is configured to receive at least one sensor. The at least one sensor is configured to be received in the distractor or one of the trial elements, and is configured to record a magnitude of a force, a direction of application of a force, a pressure mapping, or a location of application of a force.
A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
A61B 17/58 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor for osteosynthesis, e.g. bone plates, screws or setting implements
A61B 17/60 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor for osteosynthesis, e.g. bone plates, screws or setting implements for external osteosynthesis, e.g. distractors or contractors
A61B 5/03 - Measuring fluid pressure within the body other than blood pressure, e.g. cerebral pressure
A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
In some embodiments, the present invention provides a reverse shoulder glenoid prosthesis which supports the attachment of multiple different types of modular attachments that can: 1) provide additional scapular fixation (ie external to the glenoid) in order to improve glenoid implant fixation in cases of severe bone loss/fracture, 2) provide joint line lateralization to improve tissue stability in cases of severe glenoid/scapula bone loss, 3) facilitate use and containment of glenoid bone graft in cases of severe glenoid/scapula bone loss - particularly in those cases in which the glenoid defect is uncontained/peripheral 4) achieve glenoid fixation while at the same time reconstructing the scapular bone in cases of scapula fractures, glenoid fractures, and/or acromial fractures, and 5) provide improved rTSA joint biomechanics, particularly posterior rotator cuff efficiency by changing the line of action of the infraspinatus and teres minor muscles to improve their muscle tension, and also increase each muscle's external rotation and abduction moment arm lengths.
A61F 2/00 - Filters implantable into blood vesselsProstheses, i.e. artificial substitutes or replacements for parts of the bodyAppliances for connecting them with the bodyDevices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents
Disclosed is a prosthetic augment designed to reconstruct a lateral tuberosity shape of a humerus in a subject having proximal bone loss that includes a humeral adapter tray configured to connect a humeral liner of a reverse shoulder prosthesis to a humeral stem of the reverse shoulder prosthesis and an augment member having a first face adapted for contacting the humeral stem of the reverse shoulder prosthesis and a second face adapted for contacting an underside of a muscle, wherein at least a portion of the second face includes a bulbous surface adapted to alter a wrapping angle of the muscle around the lateral tuberosity, and wherein the second face has a radius of curvature selected from one of a constant radius of curvature or a variable radius of curvature.
Adaptable medical trays are disclosed herein. An adaptable medical tray includes a first component medical tray having a plurality of walls, a bottom, and a removable top, the plurality of walls and the bottom arranged to form a cavity in the first component medical tray; and a second component medical tray removably coupled to the first component medical tray, the second component medical tray including a plurality of walls, a bottom, and a removable top, the plurality of walls and the bottom arranged to form a cavity in the second component medical tray. The first component medical tray and the second component medical tray are constructed of a sterilizable material and the first component medical tray is decouplable from the second component medical tray after a sterilization process without removing the removable tops from the cavities.
A61B 50/30 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments
A61B 50/00 - Containers, covers, furniture or holders specially adapted for surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments, e.g. sterile covers
A talar implant, comprising: a superior surface, defined by an arc having at least one first radius; an inferior surface, defined by an arc having at least one second radius, a lateral side; a medial side; a posterior portion having a first width; and an anterior portion having a second width; wherein the implant is configured to restore a tibio-talar joint tension, wherein the superior surface is separated from the inferior surface by a thickness, wherein the at least one first radius is smaller than the at least one second radius, wherein the center of the arc having at least one first radius is offset from the center of the arc having at least one second radius in at least one plane of the talar implant, and wherein the anterior portion further comprises an extension configured to provide support.
A prosthesis system of the present invention includes a monoblock stem extension including a proximal portion having a first neutral axis; and a distal portion defined by a longitudinal cylindrical shaft having a second neutral axis, wherein the second neutral axis is parallel and offset by a distance α from the first neutral axis; and an eccentric bushing arranged coaxial around the cylindrical shaft of the monoblock stem extension, the eccentric bushing including an external cylindrical shaft having a third neutral axis; and an internal cylinder having a fourth neutral axis that is substantially co-linear with the second neutral axis of the monoblock stem extension, wherein the third neutral axis is parallel and offset by a distance β from the fourth neutral axis.
Prosthetic augments to improve muscle mechanics are disclosed herein. A prosthetic augment of the present disclosure includes an augment member configured to engage a bone, the augment member having a first face adapted for contacting the bone; and a second face adapted for contacting an underside of a muscle, wherein at least a portion of the second face includes a bulbous surface adapted to alter a wrapping angle of the muscle around the bone, wherein a first thickness is defined between the first face and the second face at a first position on the augment member, wherein a second thickness is defined between the first face and the bulbous surface of the second face, and wherein the first thickness and the second thickness are not equivalent so as to result in the augment member having a non-uniform thickness.
In one embodiment, the present invention provides an augment comprising: a. a side configured to contact and attach to a receiving bone; b. a side configured to contact an implant; and c. an exterior profile, wherein the side configured to contact a receiving bone and the side configured to contact an implant are separated by a thickness; and wherein the augment is configured to anchor to the receiving bone.
Disclosed is a prosthetic augment designed to reconstruct a lateral tuberosity shape of a humerus in a subject having proximal bone loss that includes a humeral adapter tray configured to connect a humeral liner of a reverse shoulder prosthesis to a humeral stem of the reverse shoulder prosthesis and an augment member having a first face adapted for contacting the humeral stem of the reverse shoulder prosthesis and a second face adapted for contacting an underside of a muscle, wherein at least a portion of the second face includes a bulbous surface adapted to alter a wrapping angle of the muscle around the lateral tuberosity, and wherein the second face has a radius of curvature selected from one of a constant radius of curvature or a variable radius of curvature.
(1) Surgical implants, namely, implantable orthopedic shoulder prosthesis, as well as kits and systems containing and implantable shoulder prosthesis and an assortment of fixation hardware, including screws, cables and hooks and printed instruction manuals sold as a unit
In some embodiments, an intervertebral implant may include a body including a superior and an inferior surface. The implant may include a first channel extending from an anterior end towards the posterior end of the body. The implant may include a first anchor channel. The implant may include a first guide member positionable in the first channel. The implant may include a first anchor. When the first guide member moves from a first position to a second position the first anchor may be conveyed through the first anchor channel and couple the body to an adjacent vertebra.
A prosthesis system (100) of the present invention includes a monoblock stem extension (10) comprising a proximal portion (20) having a first neutral axis (20a); and a distal portion (30) defined by a longitudinal cylindrical shaft (31) having a. second neutral axis (30a), wherein the second neutral axis (30a) is parallel and offset by a distance a from the first neutral axis (20a): and an eccentric bushing (50) arranged coaxial around the cylindrical shaft (31) of the monoblock stem extension ( 10), the eccentric bushing (50) comprising an external cylindrical shaft (51 ) having a third neutral axis (51a); and an internal cylinder (53) having a fourth neutral axis (50a) that is substantially co-linear with the second neutral axis (30a) of the monoblock stem extension (10), wherein the third neutral axis (5 l a) is parallel and offset by a distance β from the fourth neutral axis (50a).
Surgical implants, namely, implantable orthopedic hip
prostheses; medical instruments and tools for use with hip
replacement and repair and written instructions for hip
replacement and repair surgery sold as a unit therewith.
Surgical implants, namely, implantable orthopedic ankle prostheses; medical instruments and tools for use with ankle replacement and repair and written instructions for ankle replacement and repair surgery sold as a unit therewith
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Patella implant systems and patella trials for selecting same
A system includes a patella trial comprising a baseplate and an articular surface member configured to move along at least one of a medial-lateral axis or a superior-inferior axis of the baseplate; and an implant comprising a posterior articular surface and an anterior surface, wherein the anterior surface has a medial/lateral width with a midpoint, wherein the posterior articular surface has a posterior-most point, wherein an imaginary line extending through the posterior-most point is parallel to an imaginary line extending through the midpoint, and wherein a distance (I) is defined by measuring a length between the imaginary line extending through the posterior-most point and the imaginary line extending through the midpoint; wherein the implant is selected from a set of implants each having a different I, and wherein the chosen implant is selected based on an offset of the articular surface member relative to the baseplate on the patella trial.
(1) Surgical implants, namely, implantable orthopedic hip prostheses; medical instruments and tools for use with hip replacement and repair and written instructions for hip replacement and repair surgery sold as a unit therewith.
Surgical implants, namely, artificial implantable orthopedic hip prostheses; medical instruments and tools for use with hip replacement and repair and written instructions for hip replacement and repair surgery sold as a unit therewith