Abstract: The present novel technology relates to an autologous or allogeneic mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy that comprises a pre-determined amount of a processed bone marrow cellular matrix with a pre-determined amount of pre-mixture, where the pre-mixture includes quantities of anticoagulant solution, dextrose and phosphate buffered saline, and methods for production. The present novel technology further relates to methods of use of the therapy to treat various autoimmune diseases, alcohol related liver pathology, and acute soft tissue injuries, and the like, via intravenous infusion of the MSCs.

Abstract: A disk arthroplasty device (310) is provided for replacement of a spinal disk. The device is implantable into a resected disk space and is formed with ball (346) and socket (326) members and shaped to provide lateral bending and backward extension of up to about 5.degree. and forward flexion of up to about 15.degree.. Four embodiments (10), (110), (210) and (310) permit up to about 5.degree. axial rotation and a fifth embodiment (410) permits unrestricted axial rotation. Metal insert cups (70) and (170) are provided for attaching to the device surfaces and are convexly shaped along one axis to conform to the natural contours of the top and bottom vertebra surfaces. The metal insert cups (70) and (170) provide tensile support to the structure and provide for the attachment of additional structures for retaining the device in position after implantation into a disk space.

Abstract: A spinal fixation device and method for the stabilization of the spine after surgical procedures such as those related to degenerative disc diseases are described. The device comprises a spacer, which is placed between adjacent vertebrae when installed and a locking mechanism attached to the spacer. The locking mechanism attaches the device to the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae of the spine in a manner which is non-invasive with respect to the vertebrae to which it is attached.

Abstract: A disk arthroplasty device (310) is provided for replacement of a spinal disk. The device is implantable into a resected disk space and is formed with ball (346) and socket (326) members and shaped to provide lateral bending and backward extension of up to about 5.degree. and forward flexion of up to about 15.degree.. Four embodiments (10), (110), (210) and (310) permit up to about 5.degree. axial rotation and a fifth embodiment (410) permits unrestricted axial rotation. Metal insert cups (70) and (170) are provided for attaching to the device surfaces and are convexly shaped along one axis to conform to the natural contours of the top and bottom vertebra surfaces. The metal insert cups (70) and (170) provide tensile support to the structure and provide for the attachment of additional structures for retaining the device in position after implantation into a disk space.

Abstract: A prosthetic disk having ball and socket members made of a material having expected durability to function properly for 40 years in a typical lumbar spine. The disk is shaped to provide movement in 6 degrees of freedom mimicking normal intervertebral movement, except compression. The arthroplasty device is non-compressible to maintain distraction of the facet joints posteriorly. Base plates with tabs can be fastened to the ball and socket members to ensure short-term and long-term fixation, although it is expected not to be necessary.

Abstract: An orthopedic bone probing device to locate cavities, holes, and crevices in bones. For instance, where holes are drilled in bones to accommodate fastening devices it is important to ascertain if there are any sites where the drilling penetrated the entire side wall of the bone resulting in an undesirable hole in the side wall of the bone. The device of this invention consists of a cannula containing a shaft of superelastic material that assumes a retractable position angular to the axis of the cannula upon being ejected from one end of the cannula and the other end of the cannula is retained by a plunger that limits the amount of shaft that can be ejected and necessitates the removal of the shaft if the cannula is to be removed.

Abstract: An Achilles tendon rehabilitation brace for protecting motion that may be imposed on a repaired Achilles tendon following surgical anastomosis consisting of a member receiving shoewear to be received and secured upon a rugged slip resistant sole, side arms having upper and lower extremities vertically disposed proximate an ankle portion, the lower extremity securely attached to the sole, the upper extremity pivotally securely attached to a lower terminus corresponding medial and lateral uprights, an upper terminus of the medial and lateral uprights coupled to flexible, spring resilient strap engaging upon a calf area of one's leg, toe arm member having upper and lower extremities generally vertically disposed proximate an instep area of the toe, the lower extremity securely attached to the sole, the upper extremity pivotally securely attached to a lower terminus of an extensible link, an upper terminous of the link coupled to an instep side portion of the strap, and a tension adjustable spring member included