Patents Assigned to NuVasive
  • Systems and methods for performing spine surgery
    Patent number: 10881481
    Abstract: Systems and methods for a spinal surgical procedure are described. Specifically systems and methods for calculating global spinal alignment are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2021
    Assignee: NUVASIVE, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Scholl, Autumn Sutterlin, Elizabeth Blaylock, Donald J Blaskiewicz, Neill M Wright, Robert E Isaacs
  • Implants and methods for spinal fusion
    Patent number: 10842646
    Abstract: An implant is provided for performing spinal fusion. The implant includes an implant body having a leading side and a trailing side at opposing ends along a longitudinal axis. Between the leading side and trailing side are an upper surface, a lower surface, an anterior side, and a posterior side. At least one keel structure is provided extending from the implant body for penetration into an adjacent vertebral body. A trial sizer and keel cutter may be utilized to form keel channels within the vertebral body to receive the keel structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, In.c
    Inventors: Kamshad Raiszadeh, Benjamin VerHage, Michael Mindoro, Jared Arambula, Dan K. Ahlgren, Michael C. Di Lauro
  • Methods and apparatus of performing spine surgery
    Patent number: 10842642
    Abstract: Systems and methods are described for correcting sagittal imbalance in a spine including instruments for performing the controlled release of the anterior longitudinal ligament through a lateral access corridor and hyper-lordotic lateral implants with detachable fixation tabs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Luiz Pimenta, Michael Serra, Andrew Morris, Nathan Lovell, Sarah Stoltz, Nelson Oi
  • External adjustment device for distraction device
    Patent number: 10835290
    Abstract: An external adjustment device includes at least one permanent magnet configured for rotation about an axis with a first handle extending linearly at a first end of the device and a second handle at a second end of the device, the second handle extending in a direction substantially off axis to the first handle. The external adjustment device further includes a motor mounted inside the first handle and a first button located in the proximity to one of the first handle or the second handle, the first button configured to be operated by the thumb of a hand that grips the one of the first handle or second handle. The first button is configured to actuate the motor causing the at least one permanent magnet to rotate about the axis in a first direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc.
    Inventors: Shanbao Cheng, Michael Moeller, Jeffrey Schwardt
  • Rib fixation device and related methods
    Patent number: 10835292
    Abstract: A rib fixation plate is provided that is can have one or more locking rib hooks that can translate and rotate independently from one another. The one or more locking rib hooks translate and rotate when in an unlocked conformation and are secured from translation and rotation when in a locked conformation. The plate includes a first end and a second end opposite of the first end, the second end having a housing assembly configured to receive a rod. The rod can be secured to a vertebra with a pedicle screw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Conrad Tyler Hammann, Prakhar Goel, Scott Lish, Fernando Olea
  • Interfixated vertebral body replacement and insertion methods
    Patent number: 10786368
    Abstract: Implants and instruments for providing an ideal trajectory for the insertion of instruments and screws during implantation of an interbody implant in a spinal surgery are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Byron Riemhofer, Thomas Sweeney, James Lee, Scott Lish
  • Malleable, cryopreserved osteogenic compositions with viable cells
    Patent number: 10780197
    Abstract: A bone graft composition comprising a viable, osteogenic cellular material combined with a viscous cryoprotectant that includes a penetrating cryoprotective agent and a non-penetrating cryoprotective agent. The viscosity of the cryoprotectant is such that the composition is malleable, cohesive and capable of being formed into desired shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory Williams, Erik Erbe, Susan Riley, Timothy Moseley, Ali Ismailoglu
  • Spinal cross connector
    Patent number: 10779865
    Abstract: A spinal cross-connector comprises an elongated member, a first connector and a second connector. The first connector and the second connector are configured to receive spinal rods and adaptable to directly attach with pedicle screws. The first connector includes a first collet head, a first clamp and a first locking means. The second connector includes a second collet head, a second clamp and a second locking mans. The first locking means is configured to tighten over a first collet head and engage with the first connector. Similarly, the second locking means is configured to tighten over a second collet head and engage with the second connector. The engagement of the first locking means with the first connector and the second locking means with the second connector locks the spinal cross-connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventor: Eugene Shoshtaev
  • Spinal fixation constructs and related methods
    Patent number: 10758274
    Abstract: This disclosure describes a variety of transitional or terminal components that may be implanted as part of a spinal fixation construct to decrease the potential for subsequent development of junctional disease. The fixation construct may extend any number of levels from a single level construct to a long construct spanning multiple spinal levels and multiple spinal regions from the lumbosacral to cervical regions, and with any variety of combination of anchors, rods, and connectors. Terminal and/or transitional components may be utilized at the caudal and or cephalad ends of the fixation construct to reduce stresses endured by the construct adjacent pathology and prevent or reduce incidence and degree of junctional disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Shay Bess, Regis W. Haid, Frank Schwab, Christopher Shaffrey
  • Adjustable spinal implant
    Patent number: 10751094
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a non-invasively adjustable spinal system for treatment of a subject having spondylolisthesis includes a first implantable actuator having at least one anchoring structure, the anchoring structure configured to facilitate securement of the first implantable actuator to a portion of the sacrum of the subject. The non-invasively adjustable spinal system can further include an adjustment element, configured to be coupled to the first implantable actuator, the adjustment element having an engagement structure configured to engage at least one transverse process of a lumbar vertebra of the subject. The non-invasively adjustable spinal system can further include a driving element, wherein remote activation of the driving element causes movement of the adjustment element in relation to the first implantable actuator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc.
    Inventors: Stuart A. Green, Blair Walker, Thomas B. Buford, Urs Weber
  • Reduction instruments and methods
    Patent number: 10743921
    Abstract: The present subject disclosure provides a novel design for devices and methods for straightening a curved spine by using a reduction tool to move the spine with respect to an attached bone plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Brotman, Gregory M. Mundis, Jr.
  • Devices and methods for non-invasive implant length sensing
    Patent number: 10743794
    Abstract: A device for the non-invasive sensing of the length of an implantable medical device includes an implantable medical device having first and second portions moveable relative to one another and a layer of resistive material disposed on one of the first and second portions. A contact is disposed on the other of the first and second portions, the contact being in sliding contact with the layer of resistive material upon relative movement between the first and second portions. A circuit is configured to measure the electrical resistance along a path including a variable length region of the layer of resistive material and the contact. The electrical resistance can then be converted into a length.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott Pool
  • External adjustment device for distraction device
    Patent number: 10729470
    Abstract: A method of positioning an external adjustment device relative to a patient includes placing a magnetic viewing sheet adjacent to a patient and identifying the location of an implanted magnetic assembly using the magnetic viewing sheet by visualizing a magnetic image of the implanted magnetic assembly in the magnetic viewing sheet. The external adjustment device is placed on the patient adjacent to the location where the magnetic image was located.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Pool, Blair Walker, Arvin Chang
  • Spinal alignment frame
    Patent number: 10716601
    Abstract: Disclosed is a surgical alignment and distraction frame and associated methods of use that facilitates correction of a sagittal imbalance. The alignment and distraction frame works in conjunction with pedicle screw installation guide assemblies to impart the desired correction. The alignment frame can be utilized to ensure the pedicle screw housings are aligned (to facilitate rod coupling) in concert with the completion of a correction maneuver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Schafer, Robert German, Jim A Youssef, Scott Lish, Justin Doose
  • System and methods for determining nerve proximity, direction and pathology during surgery
    Patent number: 10716509
    Abstract: The present invention involves systems and methods for determining nerve proximity, nerve direction, and pathology relative to a surgical instrument based on an identified relationship between neuromuscular responses and the stimulation signal that caused the neuromuscular responses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Norbert F. Kaula, Jeffrey J. Blewett, James Gharib, Allen Farquhar
  • Minimally invasive spinal fixation system
    Patent number: 10716600
    Abstract: This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. More specifically, the application describes instruments and methods for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column in a minimally invasive fashion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Fernando Olea, Andrew Schafer, Scott Lish, Robert German, Justin Doose, Derek Matteo, Garrett W. Offerman, James Coleman Lee, Conrad Tyler Hammann
  • Systems and methods for planning, performing, and assessing spinal correction during surgery
    Patent number: 10709509
    Abstract: Methods are provided for planning, performing, and assessing of surgical correction to the spine during a spinal surgical procedure. These methods are implemented by a control unit through a GUI to digitize screw locations, digitize anatomical reference points, accept one or more correction inputs, and generate one or more rod solution outputs shaped to engage the screws at locations distinct from the originally digitized locations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Scholl, Robert E. Isaacs, Shannon White, Albert Pothier, Robert German, Eric Finley, James E. Gharib, Mark Peterson
  • Systems and methods for planning, performing, and assessing spinal correction during surgery
    Patent number: 10695099
    Abstract: A system for use during a surgical procedure includes a control unit configured to obtain a first anatomical characteristic of a patient; measure a second anatomical characteristic of a patient; create a targeted second anatomical characteristic; and convert at least one of the measured second anatomical characteristic and the targeted second anatomical characteristics to a patient position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas Scholl
  • Neurophysiological apparatus and procedures
    Patent number: 10695108
    Abstract: Neurophysiological instruments and techniques are improved through various enhancements. Stimulation of an instrument is possible while it is advancing into the spine or elsewhere, alerting the surgeon to the first sign the instrument or device (screw) may be too near a nerve. A directional probe helps surgeons determine the location of the hole in the pedicle. Electrically insulating sleeves prevent shunting into the soft tissues. According to a different improvement, the same probe to be used to stimulate different devices, such as screws and wires. Electrical impulses may be recorded from non-muscle regions of the body, including the spine and other portions of the central nervous system as opposed to just the extremities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventor: Bret A. Ferree
  • Surgical access system and related methods
    Patent number: 10695044
    Abstract: A system for accessing a surgical target site and related methods, involving an initial distraction system for creating an initial distraction corridor, and an assembly capable of distracting from the initial distraction corridor to a secondary distraction corridor and thereafter sequentially receiving a plurality of retractor blades for retracting from the secondary distraction corridor to thereby create an operative corridor to the surgical target site, both of which may be equipped with one or more electrodes for use in detecting the existence of (and optionally the distance and/or direction to) neural structures before, during, and after the establishment of an operative corridor to a surgical target site.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick Miles, Scot Martinelli, Eric Finley, James E. Gharib, Allen Farquhar, Norbert F. Kaula, Jeffrey J. Blewett