Patents by Inventor Conrad L. Klotz

Conrad L. Klotz 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).

  • Patent number: 11992228
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2024
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Publication number: 20220054148
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2021
    Publication date: February 24, 2022
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Patent number: 11160564
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2021
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Patent number: 10363146
    Abstract: A cover for use in protecting a resected surface of a long bone for use in joint arthroplasty includes a body, a plurality of independently moveable members moveably attached to the body, two of the plurality of independently movable members configured to move linearly with respect to the body along a first plane and along a first axis, the body and the plurality of independently moveable members defining a first periphery of the cover along the first plane in one configuration which is smaller than, and encompassed by, a second periphery of the cover along the first plane in a second configuration, and a lip fixedly extending downwardly along an outer radial periphery of one of the body and the plurality of independently moveable members in a direction not co-planar with the first plane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2019
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas F. Holovacs, Daniel J. Williman, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Publication number: 20180193037
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2018
    Publication date: July 12, 2018
    Applicant: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Publication number: 20180168820
    Abstract: A cover for use in protecting a resected surface of a long bone for use in joint arthroplasty includes a body, a plurality of independently moveable members moveably attached to the body, two of the plurality of independently movable members configured to move linearly with respect to the body along a first plane and along a first axis, the body and the plurality of independently moveable members defining a first periphery of the cover along the first plane in one configuration which is smaller than, and encompassed by, a second periphery of the cover along the first plane in a second configuration, and a lip fixedly extending downwardly along an outer radial periphery of one of the body and the plurality of independently moveable members in a direction not co-planar with the first plane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2018
    Publication date: June 21, 2018
    Inventors: Thomas F. Holovacs, Daniel J. Williman, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Patent number: 9943318
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2018
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Patent number: 9925065
    Abstract: A cover for use in protecting a resected surface of a long bone for use in joint arthroplasty is provided. The cover includes a generally planar portion having opposed generally parallel first and second surfaces defining a periphery extending from the first surface and the second surface. The cover also includes a lip extending from the first surface at the periphery of the planar portion in a direction not planar with the generally planar portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas F. Holovacs, Daniel J. Williman, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Patent number: 9826987
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2017
    Assignee: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Ryan C. Keefer, Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, James A. Caywood, Francisco A. Amaral, Michael J. Fortin, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma
  • Publication number: 20160015400
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2015
    Publication date: January 21, 2016
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Patent number: 9186158
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed. Some of the methods include inserting a guide pin into the glenoid of the patient, advancing a reciprocating surgical rasp over the guide pin, reciprocating the surgical rasp so as to abrade bone tissue to form a cavity shaped to receive the glenoid component, and implanting the glenoid component in the cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma, Joseph P. Iannotti
  • Publication number: 20150127008
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2015
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventors: Ryan C. Keefer, Sarah M. Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, James A. Caywood, Francisco A. Amaral, Michael J. Fortin, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma
  • Patent number: 9011451
    Abstract: Instruments for use in implanting an orthopedic ankle prosthesis includes a center-transfer instrument and a number of bone cutting blocks. A method of using such instruments is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack F. Long, Jeremiah M. Lewis, Jonathan C. Lee, Chad S. McAlexander, Michael J. Brow, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Patent number: 8961521
    Abstract: Reciprocating rasps for the surgical preparation of the bone prior to the implantation of a glenoid or acetabular component with complex geometry are disclosed. Surgical methods for the use of such reciprocating rasps are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, LLC
    Inventors: Ryan C. Keefer, Sarah M Anthony, Conrad L. Klotz, Kyle E. Lappin, Van A. Flamion, James A. Caywood, Francisco A. Amaral, Michael J. Fortin, Gabriel M. Surma, Joanna L. Surma
  • Patent number: 8945138
    Abstract: A kit for use in performing a trail reduction in joint arthroplasty is provided. The kit includes a trail stem assembly including a first component, a second component selectably moveable with respect to the first component, and a fastener for securing the first component to the second component. The kit also includes an articulating trial component removeably fixedly secured to the trail stem assembly and a driver for cooperation with the fastener to secure the first component to the second component. The kit also includes a handle. The handle has a first feature for permitting the driver to pass through the handle and a second feature for orientably connecting the handle to the articulating trial component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, LLC
    Inventors: Conrad L. Klotz, Chad L. Baughman, Daniel J. Williman
  • Publication number: 20140350615
    Abstract: A cover for use in protecting a resected surface of a long bone for use in joint arthroplasty is provided. The cover includes a generally planar portion having opposed generally parallel first and second surfaces defining a periphery extending from the first surface and the second surface. The cover also includes a lip extending from the first surface at the periphery of the planar portion in a direction not planar with the generally planar portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventors: Thomas F. Holovacs, Daniel J. Williman, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Publication number: 20140276853
    Abstract: Instruments for use in implanting an orthopedic ankle prosthesis includes a center-transfer instrument and a number of bone cutting blocks. A method of using such instruments is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Jack F. Long, Jeremiah M. Lewis, Jonathan C. Lee, Chad S. McAlexander, Michael J. Brow, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Patent number: 8821496
    Abstract: A cover for use in protecting a resected surface of a long bone for use in joint arthroplasty is provided. The cover includes a generally planar portion having opposed generally parallel first and second surfaces defining a periphery extending from the first surface and the second surface. The cover also includes a lip extending from the first surface at the periphery of the planar portion in a direction not planar with the generally planar portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, LLC
    Inventors: Thomas F. Holovacs, Daniel J. Williman, Conrad L. Klotz
  • Patent number: 8679185
    Abstract: A prosthesis for a joint includes a stem for engagement with a bone. The stem includes a surface defining a bore. The prosthesis further includes a joint component. The joint component includes a bearing surface for articulating engagement with at least one of a natural opposing joint component and a prosthetic opposing joint component. The prosthesis further includes a mounting element. The mounting element includes a proximal portion for engagement with the joint component and further includes a substantially solid articulating portion having a contiguous periphery. The substantially solid articulating portion is configured to facilitate articulating movement of the substantially solid articulating portion within the bore when the contiguous periphery is not forcefully engaged with the bore, and the substantially solid articulating portion and the bore are configured to fixedly couple the mounting element to the stem when the contiguous periphery is forcefully engaged with the bore.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, LLC
    Inventor: Conrad L. Klotz
  • Patent number: D740938
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Adam Carver, Jeremiah M. Lewis, Conrad L. Klotz, Jenna Ross, Chad Lawrence