Patents by Inventor Luke A. Perkins
Luke A. Perkins 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: 20240148561Abstract: A negative pressure wound dressing for use with breast incisions. The wound dressing includes a drape layer, a manifold layer, a base layer, and a reduced pressure interface. The drape layer has a first surface and a second, wound-facing, surface. The drape layer is substantially impermeable to liquid and substantially permeable to vapor. The manifold layer has a first surface and a second, wound-facing surface. The manifold layer has a perimeter defined by a first convex curved side surface defining a first lobe, a second convex curved side surface defining a second lobe, and a connecting portion between the first lobe and the second lobe. The base layer is configured to: (i) couple the drape layer to the manifold layer, and (ii) the dressing to a patient's tissue. The reduced pressure interface is integrated with the drape layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2023Publication date: May 9, 2024Inventors: Jonathan G. Rehbein, Richard Kazala, Enrique L. Sandoval, Larry Tab Randolph, Luke Perkins, Ronald P. Silverman
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Publication number: 20240050034Abstract: A system for monitoring and tracking swelling of a patient's limb includes a dressing, an imaging device, and processing circuitry. The dressing is positioned on a patient's limb over a wound and includes a pattern indicator. The imaging device is configured to obtain an image of the dressing and the pattern indicator. The processing circuitry is configured to obtain an initial image of the pattern indicator, obtain one or more subsequent images of the pattern indicator at later times, and determine a swelling change of the patient's limb using the initial image and the one or more subsequent images.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2021Publication date: February 15, 2024Applicant: KCI Manufacturing Unlimited CompanyInventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Luke PERKINS, David MERCER
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Publication number: 20230415893Abstract: Embodiments are directed to an anti-rattle device, including a plurality of handle bracket assemblies, and a wedge assembly. Each of the handle bracket assemblies includes an adjustable handle, a bracket, and a threaded rod. The wedge assembly includes a frame and a rubber wedge. Each of the handle bracket assemblies is secured to a pallet. The adjustable handle of each of the handle bracket assemblies is configured to actuate to move the wedge assembly in a downward direction to engage a rail of a cargo handling system, such that the engagement of the wedge assembly against the rail creates tension and frictional force between the pallet and the cargo handling system to further secure the pallet in place.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Applicant: KNIGHT AEROSPACEInventors: August PADALECKI, Michael HUIZAR, Tye THOMPSON, David LIGHT, Luke PERKINS
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Publication number: 20230404813Abstract: Disclosed embodiments may relate to dressings, covers, and/or drapes configured to provide negative-pressure therapy to a tissue site, such as an incision. In some embodiments, the drape or cover may have an external support layer configured to render the cover or drape self-supporting. In some embodiments, the support layer may comprise a skeleton support structure having a plurality of coupled supports. In some embodiments, the skeleton support structure may be non-planar, for example having abase portion configured to support the cover and a projection portion configured to extend over the manifold of the dressing at a height above the base portion. In some embodiments, the skeleton support structure may be removably coupled to an outer surface of the cover or drape, allowing removal after the dressing has been applied to the tissue site.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2021Publication date: December 21, 2023Inventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Luke PERKINS, Shervin JAHANIAN, Enrique L. SANDOVAL
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Publication number: 20230405212Abstract: Disclosed embodiments may relate to dressings configured to provide negative-pressure wound therapy to a tissue site, while simultaneously shielding a portion of the tissue site from the negative pressure. For example, dressing assembly embodiments may comprise an outer dressing configured for applying negative-pressure wound therapy to a tissue site, and an underlying isolation patch configured for use under the outer dressing. The isolation patch may be configured to seal the portion of the tissue site so that it does not experience the negative pressure. Additionally disclosed are other apparatus, dressings, systems, and methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2023Publication date: December 21, 2023Inventors: Luke PERKINS, Christopher J. CARROLL, Shervin JAHANIAN, Jonathan G. REHBEIN
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Patent number: 11779693Abstract: Disclosed embodiments may relate to dressings configured to provide negative-pressure wound therapy to a tissue site, while simultaneously shielding a portion of the tissue site from the negative pressure. For example, dressing assembly embodiments may comprise an outer dressing configured for applying negative-pressure wound therapy to a tissue site, and an underlying isolation patch configured for use under the outer dressing. The isolation patch may be configured to seal the portion of the tissue site so that it does not experience the negative pressure. Additionally disclosed are other apparatus, dressings, systems, and methods.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2021Date of Patent: October 10, 2023Assignee: KCI Licensing, Inc.Inventors: Luke Perkins, Christopher J. Carroll, Shervin Jahanian, Jonathan G. Rehbein
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Patent number: 11730631Abstract: A negative pressure wound dressing for use with breast incisions. The wound dressing includes a drape layer, a manifold layer, a base layer, and a reduced pressure interface. The drape layer has a first surface and a second, wound-facing, surface. The drape layer is substantially impermeable to liquid and substantially permeable to vapor. The manifold layer has a first surface and a second, wound-facing surface. The manifold layer has a perimeter defined by a first convex curved side surface defining a first lobe, a second convex curved side surface defining a second lobe, and a connecting portion between the first lobe and the second lobe. The base layer is configured to: (i) couple the drape layer to the manifold layer, and (ii) the dressing to a patient's tissue. The reduced pressure interface is integrated with the drape layer.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2018Date of Patent: August 22, 2023Assignee: KCI Licensing, Inc.Inventors: Jonathan G. Rehbein, Richard Kazala, Enrique L. Sandoval, Larry Tab Randolph, Luke Perkins, Ronald P. Silverman
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Publication number: 20230256156Abstract: A decompression wrap includes an occlusive layer formed as a first strip having a longitudinal axis, a manifold layer coupled to the occlusive layer and formed as a second strip extending parallel to the longitudinal axis. The occlusive layer extends beyond the manifold layer in a first lateral direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The decompression wrap also includes an adhesive provided on the occlusive layer and configured to seal a first longitudinal section of the occlusive layer to a second longitudinal section of the occlusive layer when the decompression wrap is wrapped around a tissue site.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2021Publication date: August 17, 2023Applicant: KCI Manufacturing Unlimited CompanyInventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Larry Tab RANDOLPH, Luke PERKINS, Richard M. KAZALA
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Publication number: 20230090100Abstract: Disclosed embodiments may relate to dressings configured to provide negative-pressure wound therapy to a tissue site, while simultaneously shielding a portion of the tissue site from the negative pressure. For example, dressing assembly embodiments may comprise an outer dressing configured for applying negative-pressure wound therapy to a tissue site, and an underlying isolation patch configured for use under the outer dressing. The isolation patch may be configured to seal the portion of the tissue site so that it does not experience the negative pressure. Additionally disclosed are other apparatus, dressings, systems, and methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 17, 2021Publication date: March 23, 2023Applicant: KCI Licensing, Inc.Inventors: Luke PERKINS, Christopher J. CARROLL, Shervin JAHANIAN, Jonathan G. REHBEIN
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Patent number: 11523820Abstract: An orthopedic fixation system includes an implant and an implant insertion device. The implant transitions between a natural shape and an insertion shape. The implant includes a bridge defining a slot with a first end and a second end and first and second anchoring members extending from the bridge. The implant insertion device moves between a loaded position and an unloaded position. The implant insertion device in its loaded position inserts through the slot of the bridge and engages the bridge at the first and second ends of the slot such that the implant insertion device constrains the implant in its insertion shape. The implant insertion device in its unloaded position releases the implant.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2020Date of Patent: December 13, 2022Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Daniel F. Cheney, Luke A. Perkins, Joseph P. Ritz
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Publication number: 20220370705Abstract: In some examples, an auxiliary port assembly may be configured to be coupled to a cover for providing a sealed space at a tissue site. The auxiliary port assembly may include an access portal and an adhesive. The access portal may include an exterior side and a mounting side opposite the exterior side. The mounting side may be configured to face the cover. The access portal may be configurable between an open state and a closed state, and may provide a passage through the cover in the open state. The adhesive may be configured to couple the mounting side of the access portal to the cover. Other systems, dressings, apparatuses, and methods are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2020Publication date: November 24, 2022Inventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Luke PERKINS
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Publication number: 20220362060Abstract: In some examples, a dressing assembly suitable for treating a tissue site may include a dressing bolster, a sealing skin, and a gasket member. The sealing skin may cover at least a portion of a first side of the dressing bolster while an opposing second side of the dressing bolster may be configured to be positioned in fluid communication with the tissue site. The gasket member may be configured to create a sealed space between the sealing skin and the tissue site. In some examples, the sealing skin may be liquid impermeable and integrally formed with the dressing bolster. Further, in some examples, the dressing bolster may have a contoured shape including a tissue housing. Other systems, dressings, apparatuses, and methods are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2020Publication date: November 17, 2022Inventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Luke PERKINS, Larry Tab RANDOLPH, Richard Marvin KAZALA, Jr.
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Publication number: 20220304594Abstract: A method for calculating range of motion of a patient's jointed limb includes providing one or more locators at an upper limb of the jointed limb, and one or more of the locators at a lower limb of the jointed limb. A first image of the patient's joint in a fully extended position a second image of the patient's joint in a fully flexed position are captured with an imaging device. The method includes identifying positions of the locators of both the first image and the second image, and determining an extended angle of the patient's joint based on the identified positions of the locators of the first image. The method includes determining a flexed angle of the patient's joint based on the identified positions of the locators of the second image. The method includes determining a range of motion angle based on the extended angle and the flexed angle.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2020Publication date: September 29, 2022Inventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Larry Tab RANDOLPH, David Richard MERCER, Richard Marvin KAZALA, Jr., Luke PERKINS
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Publication number: 20220183896Abstract: In some examples, a dressing suitable for treating a tissue site may include a fluid management assembly including a fluid restraint configured to reduce a fluid capacity of the fluid management assembly proximate to the fluid restraint. Other features may be associated with the dressing including, by way of example and without limitation, abase layer, an adhesive, one or more wicking layers, and an absorbent layer. Other dressings, apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2020Publication date: June 16, 2022Inventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Luke PERKINS, Larry Tab RANDOLPH, David Richard MERCER, Richard Marvin KAZALA, Jr., Christopher J. CARROLL
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Publication number: 20220183895Abstract: In some examples, a dressing suitable for treating a tissue site may include a fluid management assembly configured to offload fluid extracted from the tissue site away from an articulation area at the tissue site. Other features may be associated with the dressing including, without limitation, a base layer, an adhesive, one or more wicking layers, and an absorbent layer. Other dressings, apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2020Publication date: June 16, 2022Inventors: Jonathan G. REHBEIN, Richard Marvin KAZALA, Jr., Luke PERKINS, Larry Tab RANDOLPH, David Richard MERCER, Christopher J. CARROLL
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Publication number: 20210257070Abstract: A system and related methods of preventing wrong-site surgeries and sharps-related injuries to OR personnel, which includes a computer software program (for use on computers or hand-held devices in the medical environment) in combination with a surgical supply carrier. The surgical supply carrier may be associated with a patients medical chart (e.g. integrally or otherwise attached to) and is configured to lockably receive therein one or more surgical supplies (e.g. instruments, implants, and/or essential components) needed for the patients imminent medical procedure. The surgical supply carrier may further comprise an unlocking feature requiring at least two “keys” to unlock the carrier, with each “key” operating to verify that the correct surgical supplies are associated with the correct patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2019Publication date: August 19, 2021Inventors: Kaveh KHAJAVI, David E. LANE, II, John KERWOOD, Austin BRITT, Scott BLAND, Timothy DENTRY, Christopher DAVIS, Luke PERKINS, Dustin BACK, Jonathan SPANGLER
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Publication number: 20210228206Abstract: An orthopedic fixation system includes an implant and an implant insertion device. The implant transitions between a natural shape and an insertion shape. The implant includes a bridge defining a slot with a first end and a second end and first and second anchoring members extending from the bridge. The implant insertion device moves between a loaded position and an unloaded position. The implant insertion device in its loaded position inserts through the slot of the bridge and engages the bridge at the first and second ends of the slot such that the implant insertion device constrains the implant in its insertion shape. The implant insertion device in its unloaded position releases the implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2020Publication date: July 29, 2021Applicant: DEPUY SYNTHES PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Daniel F. Cheney, Luke A. Perkins, Joseph P. Ritz
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Patent number: 11051804Abstract: An orthopedic fixation system fuses bone, bones, or bone pieces in a predetermined anatomical position. The orthopedic fixation system includes an implant that transitions between an unconstrained shape and a constrained insertion shape, a drill guide, first and second K-wires, and a cannulated drill bit. The drill guide and the first and second K-wires retain the bone, bones, or bone pieces in an anatomical position corresponding with the predetermined anatomical position. The cannulated drill bit fits over the first and second K-wires and drills, respectively, first and second drilled holes into the bone, bones, or bone pieces. After insertion of the implant into the first and second drilled holes, the implant attempts to transition from its constrained insertion shape to its unconstrained shape such that the implant continuously compresses the bone, bones, or bone pieces thereby holding the bone, bones, or bone pieces in the predetermined anatomical position.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2019Date of Patent: July 6, 2021Assignee: Depuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Glenn Gaston, Daniel F. Cheney, Joseph P. Ritz, Eric A. Marcano, Luke A. Perkins, Diana M. Castillo Sanchez
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Patent number: D916297Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2020Date of Patent: April 13, 2021Assignee: KCI LICENSING, INC.Inventors: Jonathan G. Rehbein, Richard M. Kazala, Luke A. Perkins, Larry Tab Randolph
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Patent number: D1002018Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2020Date of Patent: October 17, 2023Assignee: KCI Licensing, Inc.Inventors: Richard M. Kazala, Enrique L. Sandoval, Larry Tab Randolph, Luke A. Perkins, Ronald P. Silverman, Jonathan G. Rehbein