Patents by Inventor Bryan Hildebrand
Bryan Hildebrand has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20220346843Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2022Publication date: November 3, 2022Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Patent number: 11364057Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2020Date of Patent: June 21, 2022Assignee: Spinal Elements, Inc.Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Publication number: 20200146729Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Patent number: 10568664Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: GrantFiled: November 11, 2015Date of Patent: February 25, 2020Assignee: Spinal Elements, Inc.Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Publication number: 20160058481Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2015Publication date: March 3, 2016Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Patent number: 9220547Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2010Date of Patent: December 29, 2015Assignee: Spinal Elements, Inc.Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Patent number: 8652175Abstract: A surgical implant is provided that includes first and second abutment surfaces between which are positioned a force imparting mechanism. A sheath is positioned between the first and second abutment surfaces, and surrounds the force imparting mechanism. The sheath is fabricated from a material that accommodates relative movement of the abutment members, while exhibiting substantially inert behavior relative to surrounding anatomical structures. The sheath is generally fabricated from expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, a copolymer of polycarbonate and a urethane, or a blend of a polycarbonate and a urethane. The force imparting member may include one or more springs, e.g., a pair of nested springs. The surgical implant may be a dynamic spine stabilizing member that is advantageously incorporated into a spine stabilization system to offer clinically efficacious results.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2004Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Rachiotek, LLCInventors: Jens Peter Timm, Bryan Hildebrand, Carmen Walters
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Patent number: 8506604Abstract: A surgical implant is provided that includes first and second abutment surfaces between which are positioned a force imparting mechanism. A sheath is positioned between the first and second abutment surfaces, and surrounds the force imparting mechanism. The sheath is fabricated from a material that accommodates relative movement of the abutment members, while exhibiting substantially inert behavior relative to surrounding anatomical structures. The sheath is generally fabricated from expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, a copolymer of polycarbonate and a urethane, or a blend of a polycarbonate and a urethane. The force imparting member may include one or more springs, e.g., a pair of nested springs. The surgical implant may be a dynamic spine stabilizing member that is advantageously incorporated into a spine stabilization system to offer clinically efficacious results.Type: GrantFiled: November 28, 2011Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: Rachiotek, LLCInventors: Jens Peter Timm, Jeffrey S. White, Carmen M. Walters, Manohar M. Panjabi, Ronald T. Callahan, II, Ernest Corrao, Stephen Maguire, Bryan Hildebrand
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Publication number: 20120253404Abstract: A surgical implant is provided that includes first and second abutment surfaces between which are positioned a force imparting mechanism. A sheath is positioned between the first and second abutment surfaces, and surrounds the force imparting mechanism. The sheath is fabricated from a material that accommodates relative movement of the abutment members, while exhibiting substantially inert behavior relative to surrounding anatomical structures. The sheath is generally fabricated from expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, a copolymer of polycarbonate and a urethane, or a blend of a polycarbonate and a urethane. The force imparting member may include one or more springs, e.g., a pair of nested springs. The surgical implant may be a dynamic spine stabilizing member that is advantageously incorporated into a spine stabilization system to offer clinically efficacious results.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2011Publication date: October 4, 2012Applicant: RACHIOTEK, LLCInventors: Jens Peter Timm, Jeffrey S. White, Carmen Walters, Manohar M. Panjabi, Ronald T. Callahan, II, Ernest Corrao, Stephen Maguire, Bryan Hildebrand
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Patent number: 7811309Abstract: Spinal stabilization devices, systems and methods are provided that include a stabilization member including a first structural member that mounts to a pedicle screw, a second structural member adjacent the first structural member and that can move away therefrom, a resilient element mounted between the structural members and that elongates to accommodate relative movement therebetween, and a travel-limiting structure mounted between the structural members and that defines and imposes upon the stabilization member a maximum distance by which the first and second structural members may be separated. The travel-limiting structure can include an axially inextensible, laterally flexible elongate element, e.g., wire-rope cable, disposed between the structural members.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2005Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Assignee: Applied Spine Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jens P. Timm, Bryan Hildebrand
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Publication number: 20100249937Abstract: Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An implant for treating the spine is provided comprising at least two articulations between the spacer and the bone facing surface of the fixation plate. Another implant for treating the spine is also provided, comprising two or more fixation plates attached to a spacer with two or more articulations, wherein the fixation plates are independently movable.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2010Publication date: September 30, 2010Applicant: SPINAL ELEMENTS, INC.Inventors: Jason Blain, Bryan Hildebrand, Eric Kovach
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Patent number: 7776049Abstract: An improved implant inserter and implant where the inserter includes a set of prongs for gripping the implant and the implant includes a plurality of recesses for mating with the set of prongs.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2002Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Curran, Eric Kovach, Dan Ahlgren, Bryan Hildebrand
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Patent number: 7615068Abstract: A pedicle screw is provided that includes an upwardly extending collet. The collet may include downwardly extending slots that define deflectable segments therebetween. When a spherical element or other structure, e.g., a non-dynamic stabilizing element, is positioned around the collet, introduction of a set screw causes outward deflection of the upstanding segments into engagement with the spherical element. A snap ring may be interposed between the collet and the spherical element to facilitate positioning therebetween. In an alternative embodiment, a non-slotted collet is employed. In such embodiment, the collet and the spherical element may be threadingly engaged and may include a snap ring therebetween. The pedicle screw subassemblies may be incorporated into a spinal stabilization system which may include a dynamic stabilizing member to provide clinically efficacious results.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2004Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Assignee: Applied Spine Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jens Peter Timm, Bryan Hildebrand, Ronald Callahan, Ernest Corrao, Stephen Maguire, Carmen Walters
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Publication number: 20070043356Abstract: Spinal stabilization devices, systems and methods are provided that include a stabilization member including a first structural member that mounts to a pedicle screw, a second structural member adjacent the first structural member and that can move away therefrom, a resilient element mounted between the structural members and that elongates to accommodate relative movement therebetween, and a travel-limiting structure mounted between the structural members and that defines and imposes upon the stabilization member a maximum distance by which the first and second structural members may be separated. The travel-limiting structure can include an axially inextensible, laterally flexible elongate element, e.g., wire-rope cable, disposed between the structural members.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2005Publication date: February 22, 2007Inventors: Jens Timm, Bryan Hildebrand
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Patent number: 7077843Abstract: The present invention provides a cervical plate and bone graft(s) that are capable of being attached prior to insertion of the bone graft into an intervertebral space. After insertion, the vertebrae hold the bone graft and cervical plate in place facilitating the anchoring of the cervical plate to the vertebrae. Further, a screw back out prevention device can be coupled to the cervical plate to prevent screws from backing out.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2003Date of Patent: July 18, 2006Assignee: Lanx, LLCInventors: Jeffrey Thramann, Michael Fulton, Bryan Hildebrand, Charles B. Powell
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Publication number: 20050177166Abstract: A pedicle screw is provided that includes an upwardly extending collet. The collet may include downwardly extending slots that define deflectable segments therebetween. When a spherical element or other structure, e.g., a non-dynamic stabilizing element, is positioned around the collet, introduction of a set screw causes outward deflection of the upstanding segments into engagement with the spherical element. A snap ring may be interposed between the collet and the spherical element to facilitate positioning therebetween. In an alternative embodiment, a non-slotted collet is employed. In such embodiment, the collet and the spherical element may be threadingly engaged and may include a snap ring therebetween. The pedicle screw subassemblies may be incorporated into a spinal stabilization system which may include a dynamic stabilizing member to provide clinically efficacious results.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2004Publication date: August 11, 2005Inventors: Jens Timm, Bryan Hildebrand, Ronald Callahan, Ernest Corrao, Stephen MaGuire, Carmen Walters
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Publication number: 20050177164Abstract: A pedicle screw assembly is provided that includes a pedicle screw and a preloaded set screw. The set screw is preloaded in a threaded, central aperture formed in the head region of the pedicle screw. An interference is advantageously formed on the set screw to prevent dislodgement of the set screw, e.g., during shipment and/or clinical placement of the pedicle screw. An upwardly extending collet is generally formed in the head region of the pedicle screw, the collet being sized to receive a spherical element therearound. Advancement of the set screw relative to the pedicle screw secures the spherical element relative to the pedicle screw. The spherical element typically includes a socket member that cooperates with a dynamic stabilizing member. The pedicle screw assembly and dynamic stabilizing member are advantageously used as part of a spinal stabilization system to provide clinically efficacious results.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2004Publication date: August 11, 2005Inventors: Carmen Walters, Bryan Hildebrand, Jens Timm, Ronald Callahan, Ernest Corrao, Stephen Maguire, Jeffrey White
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Publication number: 20050177156Abstract: A surgical implant is provided that includes first and second abutment surfaces between which are positioned a force imparting mechanism. A sheath is positioned between the first and second abutment surfaces, and surrounds the force imparting mechanism. The sheath is fabricated from a material that accommodates relative movement of the abutment members, while exhibiting substantially inert behavior relative to surrounding anatomical structures. The sheath is generally fabricated from expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, a copolymer of polycarbonate and a urethane, or a blend of a polycarbonate and a urethane. The force imparting member may include one or more springs, e.g., a pair of nested springs. The surgical implant may be a dynamic spine stabilizing member that is advantageously incorporated into a spine stabilization system to offer clinically efficacious results.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2004Publication date: August 11, 2005Inventors: Jens Timm, Bryan Hildebrand, Carmen Walters
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Publication number: 20050171543Abstract: A system and method for effecting multi-level spine stabilization is provided. The system includes a plurality of pedicle screws which are joined relative to each other by elongated members, e.g., rods. At least one of the rods includes a dynamic stabilizing member. The pedicle screw junctions are dynamic, i.e., free relative movement of a socket member is permitted relative to a fixed spherical element. Placement of the spherical element may be facilitated using a guidewire system that includes a guidewire and a tapered guide member. A spine stabilization assembly is also provided that includes an attachment member that includes an opening. At least one spherical element that includes a rod-receiving channel is movably mounted within the opening with three degrees of rotational freedom. The spherical element generally defines an elliptical rod-receiving channel that is deformable to a circular opening to firmly engage a rod positioned therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2004Publication date: August 4, 2005Inventors: Jens Timm, Bryan Hildebrand, Carmen Walters, Manohar Panjabi, Larry Khoo
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Publication number: 20040133205Abstract: The present invention provides a cervical plate and bone graft(s) that are capable of being attached prior to insertion of the bone graft into an intervertebral space. After insertion, the vertebrae hold the bone graft and cervical plate in place facilitating the anchoring of the cervical plate to the vertebrae. Further, a screw back out prevention device can be coupled to the cervical plate to prevent screws from backing out.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2003Publication date: July 8, 2004Inventors: Jeffrey Thramann, Michael Fulton, Bryan Hildebrand, Charles B. Powell