Abstract: A method and system for secure attachment of tissue to bone and other anatomical structure is disclosed. The system includes an all-suture anchor assembly including an all-suture anchor having at least one suture strand and an all-suture anchoring element threaded along the suture strand. The system also includes an adjustable self-locking device including a length of suture passing through at least one clinching portion.

Abstract: A method and system for secure attachment of tissue to bone and other anatomical structure is disclosed. The system includes an all-suture anchor assembly including an all-suture anchor having at least one suture strand and an all-suture anchoring element threaded along the suture strand. The system also includes an adjustable self-locking device including a length of suture passing through at least one clinching portion.

Abstract: A method and system for secure attachment of tissue to bone and other anatomical structure is disclosed. The system includes an all-suture anchor assembly including an all-suture anchor having at least one suture strand and an all-suture anchoring element threaded along the suture strand. The system also includes an adjustable self-locking device including a length of suture passing through at least one clinching portion.

Abstract: An all-suture anchor assembly includes an all-suture anchor composed of at least one suture strand and an all-suture anchoring element threaded along the suture strand. The all-suture anchor assembly also includes a capture member integrated with the all-suture anchor for controlled capture of various elements, the capture member includes an elongated body having a forward first end, a rear second end, a catch member, and a lateral aperture with a suture passing therethrough.

Abstract: An adjustable, locking all-suture anchor assembly includes at least one suture strand and an all-suture anchoring element. The suture strand has a suture first end and a suture second end, wherein the suture first end includes an enlarged capturable structure and the suture second end is free and accessible for manipulation by a medical practitioner. In use, the suture first end is held in or by the all-suture anchoring element through inclusion of the enlarged capturable structure and the enlarged capturable structure functions to anchor the suture first end in relation to the all-suture anchoring element and retain the suture first end in position relative to the all-suture anchoring element when the suture second end is pulled.

Abstract: An adjustable, locking all-suture anchor assembly includes at least one suture strand and an all-suture anchoring element. The suture strand has a suture first end and a suture second end, wherein the suture first end includes an enlarged capturable structure and the suture second end is free and accessible for manipulation by a medical practitioner. In use, the suture first end is held in or by the all-suture anchoring element through inclusion of the enlarged capturable structure and the enlarged capturable structure functions to anchor the suture first end in relation to the all-suture anchoring element and retain the suture first end in position relative to the all-suture anchoring element when the suture second end is pulled.

Abstract: An all-suture knotless repair system includes at least one all-suture anchor assembly, a tissue coupling suture assembly with a bone anchor, and a delivery inserter. The all-suture anchor assembly is composed of an anchor suture strand and a suture anchor. The suture anchor consists essentially of suture material.

Abstract: An adjustable, locking all-suture anchor assembly made up of a suture strand having a first end and a second end and an all-suture anchoring element. The suture strand and the all-suture anchoring element being entangled in a manner defining openings through which the first and second ends of the suture strand are passed such that upon bunching of the all-suture anchoring element and compression of the all-suture anchoring element is caused in a manner creating outward forces that allow for placement and anchoring of the all-suture anchoring element within a bone channel while simultaneously locking the first and second ends within the openings.

Abstract: A suture anchoring system includes a mounting sleeve having an open distal end and an open proximal end defining a passageway therethrough. The system also includes a first elongated member with an anchor suture secured thereto and a tissue suture loop. A method for securing tissue includes passing a tissue suture loop through the tissue such that opposed first and second loop sections are formed, passing an anchor suture through first and second openings respectively defined by the opposed first and second loop sections, capturing the anchor suture after passing through the first and second openings with a first elongated member attached to the anchor suture, and securing the first elongated member attached to the anchor suture to a desired anchor hole in an anatomical site.

Abstract: An adjustable loop knotless anchor assembly having an adjustable loop suture element that utilizes an adjustable or sliding knot for length adjustment during a tissue repair. The slidable knot is located on a sleeve that is placed into a bone mass for capturing an anchor element. The anchor element captures the adjustable loop and then is inserted into the sleeve. The anchor element is adjusted for securing it in a locked position within the sleeve for secure attachment of the anchor element therein.

Abstract: A suture anchor assembly with an adjustable suture loop for securing a bone mass to soft tissue. The suture anchor system achieves secure, tensioned attachment of soft tissue to a bone mass using a suture anchor assembly in conjunction with an adjustable suture loop composed of loop member with a tensioning suture component extending therefrom and coupled thereto through the creation of a pre-tied slip (or sliding) knot.

Abstract: A suture anchoring system includes a mounting sleeve having an open distal end and an open proximal end defining a passageway therethrough. The system also includes a first elongated member with an anchor suture secured thereto and a tissue suture loop. A method for securing tissue includes passing a tissue suture loop through the tissue such that opposed first and second loop sections are formed, passing an anchor suture through first and second openings respectively defined by the opposed first and second loop sections, capturing the anchor suture after passing through the first and second openings with a first elongated member attached to the anchor suture, and securing the first elongated member attached to the anchor suture to a desired anchor hole in an anatomical site.

Abstract: An adjustable loop knotless anchor assembly having an adjustable loop suture element that utilizes an adjustable or sliding knot for length adjustment during a tissue repair. The slidable knot is located on a sleeve that is placed into a bone mass for capturing an anchor element. The anchor element captures the adjustable loop and then is inserted into the sleeve. The anchor element is adjusted for securing it in a locked position within the sleeve for secure attachment of the anchor element therein.

Abstract: A tissue repair has at least two attachment points for a suture to create a broad area of contact between tissue in bone. When two anchor points are used, the suture extends between and is attached to the two attachment points to create a suture band. When two on more attachment points are used, a first anchor point in the bone has one or more loops. The first anchor point is preferably located on a medial location at the repair site when performing rotator cuff repair. For other types of repair procedures, the first anchor point is different and located as required. The loop or loops are passed through the soft tissue at points spaced from one another. The loop or loops are then captured and secured at anchor points laterally during rotator cuff repair and spaced from the first anchor point and from one another. When complete, the loop or loops are in the form of a “V” and a large area of contact between the soft tissue and bone is established.

Abstract: The suture passer of the invention has a pair of opposed jaws. The lower jaw is formed by a hollow tube having its end turned upwardly to face the upper jaw. The hollow tube preferably extends from the lower jaw to a pair of handles. The tube can terminate anywhere along the length of the lower jaw. An upper jaw is hinged to the tube and provides a guide for a needle. The handles are used for the surgeon to grasp the device and to manipulate the jaws.

Abstract: The suture passer of the invention has a pair of opposed jaws. The lower jaw is formed by a hollow tube having its end turned upwardly to face the upper jaw. The hollow tube preferably extends from the lower jaw to a pair of handles. The tube can terminate anywhere along the length of the lower jaw. An upper jaw is hinged to the tube and provides a guide for a needle. The handles are used for the surgeon to grasp the device and to manipulate the jaws.

Abstract: A snagging knotless suture anchor assembly for attachment of tissue to bone mass. The anchor assembly includes one or more suture elements attached to the anchor. The one or more suture elements are captured by a snag means or recess located on the anchor means. Once the one or more suture elements are captured, the anchor is inserted securely into the bone mass which facilitates a repair of torn away soft tissue.

Abstract: A free loop knotless suture anchor assembly for attachment of tissue to bone mass. The assembly includes a continuous suture loop and an anchor means for capturing portions of the loop with a snag means or recess thereon or therein the anchor means. Once the loop is captured, the anchor is inserted securely into a bone mass which facilitates in a repair of the torn away soft tissue.

Abstract: A sleeve and loop knotless suture anchor assembly for attachment of tissue to bone mass. The assembly includes a hollow anchoring sleeve with a suture loop attached thereto and an anchor device for capturing the loop with a snag element or recess thereon or therein the anchor device. Once the loop is captured, the anchor is inserted securely into the hollow anchoring sleeve which is installed in the bone mass which facilitates a repair of the torn away soft tissue.

Abstract: A one-piece or two-piece knotless suture anchor assembly for the attachment or reattachment or repair of tissue to a bone mass. The assembly allows for an endoscopic or open surgical procedure to take place without the requirement of tying a knot for reattachment of tissue to bone mass. In one embodiment, a spike member is inserted through tissue and then inserted into a dowel-like hollow anchoring sleeve which has been inserted into a bone mass. The spike member is securely fastened or attached to the anchoring sleeve with a ratcheting mechanism thereby pulling or adhering (attaching) the tissue to the bone mass.