Patents Assigned to Warsaw Orthopedics, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20230240857
    Abstract: An expandable implant may include a superior endplate and an inferior endplate. The superior endplate may have at least one track extending in a proximal-to-distal direction and an inferior endplate may have at least one track extending in the proximal-to-distal direction. An adjusting shim may be disposed within the at least one track to adjust a spacing and angle of inclination of the implant. Some embodiments may include a plurality of tracks for adjusting a spacing and an angle of inclination between the superior endplate and the inferior endplate. Some embodiments may be configured to adjust an orientation of the implant relative to a disc space in both the sagittal plane and the coronal plane. Various embodiments disclosed herein may be used in an Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF), Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), or a lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LLIF) procedure, for example.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2022
    Publication date: August 3, 2023
    Applicant: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Jonathan M. Dewey, Richard A. Hynes
  • Patent number: 11712274
    Abstract: Systems and method of using a surgical driver instrument are provided. The driver instrument includes a driver shank having a proximal end including a head connector for a bone construct. The instrument includes an inner sleeve having a length and configured to receive the driver shank therein and a handle member having a first end and a second end. The inner sleeve and the driver shank have a non-threaded connection. The instrument includes an outer sleeve connected to the second end and concentric with the inner sleeve and a sleeve actuator assembly coupled to the handle member. The sleeve actuator assembly includes a first position where a portion of the length of the inner sleeve extends out from the handle member and a second position where the portion of the length of the inner sleeve that is extended from the handle member is retracted into the handle member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventor: Christel Italiaie
  • Patent number: 11712277
    Abstract: A bone fastener includes a screw shaft having a proximal portion and a distal portion. The proximal portion is formed by a first manufacturing method and defines a distal face. The distal portion is formed onto the distal face by a second manufacturing method. In some embodiments, systems, spinal constructs, surgical instruments and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Dale A. Tempco, Rodney Ray Ballard, Matthew D. May
  • Patent number: 11712270
    Abstract: Disclosed implants may include a first implant receiver and a second implant receiver each having an upper portion and a lower portion connected together by an arm portion, for example. In various embodiments, the upper and lower portions may define a longitudinal passageway extending through the upper and lower portions in a longitudinal direction of each implant receiver, and the arm portions may each define a rod passageway extending in a lateral direction, for example. In various embodiments, each receiver may include a crown having an outside thread pattern threadably engaged within the longitudinal passageway and for mating with a corresponding nut having a similar interior thread pattern. In various embodiments, a rod may extend in the lateral direction through the rod passageways In various embodiments, in a non-tightened position, the rod may freely move and in a tightened position, the arms constrain the rod from moving.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Christel Italiaie, William A. Rezach
  • Patent number: 11707326
    Abstract: A method comprises the steps of: imaging a patient anatomy; selecting an implant strategy for at least one bone fastener having a first member; registering the imaging of the patient anatomy with imaging of at least a portion of a robot; engaging the first member with tissue of the patient anatomy via robotic guidance according to the implant strategy; and subsequently, manipulating the patient anatomy. Systems, spinal constructs, implants and surgical instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark C. Dace, Richard Quinn Brown, Rodney Ray Ballard, William Alan Rezach
  • Patent number: 11707349
    Abstract: A spinal implant package includes a tray having a body including spaced apart first and second cavities. The body includes a third cavity between the first and second cavities. The tray includes a first connecting feature that is movable relative to the body. A lid is coupled to the tray by a hinge. The lid includes a second connecting feature that is movable between a first position in which a bottom surface of the second connecting feature directly engages a top surface of the first connecting feature and a second position in which a top surface of the second connecting feature directly engages a bottom surface of the first connecting feature to provisionally fix the lid to the tray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Leigh Anna Folger, David Mire, Caleb D. Smith, Christine Carmer Carmer
  • Patent number: 11707299
    Abstract: A load sensing assembly for a spinal implant includes a set screw having a central opening that extends from a first end of the set screw toward a second end of the set screw. The second end of the set screw is configured to engage with an anchoring member. The load sensing assembly includes an antenna, an integrated circuit in communication with the antenna, where the integrated circuit is positioned within the central opening of the set screw, and a strain gauge in connection with the integrated circuit. The strain gauge is located within the central opening of the set screw in proximity to the second end of the set screw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas Benson, Richard L. Brown, Newton H Metcalf, Jr., Arjun S. Kurian, James R. Wasson
  • Publication number: 20230225770
    Abstract: A method comprises the steps of: fixing a distal end of a first member of a surgical instrument with tissue, the surgical instrument including a second member having a longitudinal passageway configured for disposal of the first member and being connected with a navigation component such that the distal end is disposable with the passageway at a selected distance from the navigation component, the navigation component being positioned relative to a sensor to communicate a signal representative of an orientation of the first member; removing the second member from the first member; and connecting a third member with the first member along the orientation such that a distal end of the third member is fixed with the tissue. Systems, spinal implants, constructs and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2023
    Publication date: July 20, 2023
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC INC.
    Inventors: Daniel Paxton Wall, Christopher Good
  • Patent number: 11701098
    Abstract: A surgical retractor includes a part defining a longitudinal axis. A first radiolucent blade is connected with the part. A second radiolucent blade is connected with the part. The blades are independently translatable relative to the part. At least one of the blades includes spaced apart arms that are connected via a member. The member and the arms are relatively disposed in a configuration to guide at least one surgical instrument in a selected orientation relative to a surgical site. Surgical systems, instruments, constructs, implants and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry Thomas McBride, Jr., Christel Italiaie, Madeline G. Wilson
  • Patent number: 11701155
    Abstract: A bone fastener includes a shaft. The shaft includes a wall that defines a longitudinal cavity and a plurality of openings in communication therewith. The openings are disposed in axial alignment along the shaft and the wall is closed exclusive of the openings. In some embodiments, systems, spinal constructs, surgical instruments and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert M. Loke, Julien J. Prevost, Thomas J. Stinchfield
  • Patent number: 11701176
    Abstract: A method for surgically treating a spine comprising the steps of: pre-operatively imaging vertebral tissue; displaying a first image of a surgical treatment configuration for the vertebral tissue from a mixed reality display and/or a second image of a surgical strategy for implementing the surgical treatment configuration with the vertebral tissue from the mixed reality display; determining a surgical plan for implementing the surgical strategy; and intra-operatively displaying a third image of the surgical plan with the vertebral tissue from the mixed reality display. Systems, spinal constructs, implants and surgical instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerald Redmond, Jeffrey Wickham, Pooja Hebbale, Kelli Armstrong
  • Patent number: 11701181
    Abstract: Systems, instruments, and methods for surgical navigation with verification feedback are provided. The systems, instruments, and methods may be used to verify a trajectory of a surgical tool during a procedure. The systems, instruments, and methods may receive one or more captured images of an anatomical portion of a patient; execute a surgical plan to insert the surgical tool into the anatomical portion; receive sensor data collected from one or more sensors being inserted into the anatomical portion; determine whether the sensor data corresponds to the surgical plan; and send, in response to determining that the sensor data does not correspond to the surgical plan, an alert indicating that the surgical tool is not being inserted according to the surgical plan. The one or more sensors may be attached to the surgical tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Steven D. Glassman, Newton H. Metcalf, Jr., Nicholas Benson
  • Patent number: 11701237
    Abstract: A spinal implant system is provided for bridging an intervertebral space between vertebral bodies bordering the intervertebral space. The spinal implant system includes at least one adjustable end cap and a spinal implant. The end cap can be used with additional end caps and/or the spinal implant. Multiple end caps can be stacked on top of one another, and one end cap can be attached to a first end of the spinal implant, and another end cap can be attached to a second end of the spinal implant. Thus, one or more of the end caps can be attached to either end of the spinal implant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Stinchfield, Julien J. Prevost, Robert M. Loke
  • Patent number: 11701097
    Abstract: A surgical retractor includes a first member defining a longitudinal axis. The first member includes a blade disposed in spaced apart relation relative to the longitudinal axis and a grip surface. A second member has a blade disposed in spaced apart relation relative to the longitudinal axis and a grip surface. The grip surfaces are configured to be drawn together along the longitudinal axis such that the blades are engageable with tissue and connected with the grip surfaces such that the grip surfaces provide a tactile feedback of the tissue engagement. Systems and methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Cristian A. Capote, Anthony J. Melkent, Stanley T. Palmatier
  • Publication number: 20230218407
    Abstract: A spinal implant comprises a first member, a second member and an actuator defining a transverse pivot axis. A first link is connected to the first member and the actuator adjacent the pivot axis. The first link includes an inner surface defining a cavity. A second link is connected to the second member and the actuator adjacent the pivot axis. The actuator is rotatable for translating the pivot axis such that the second link is movable within the cavity to move the members between a contracted configuration and an expanded configuration. Systems and methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2023
    Publication date: July 13, 2023
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC INC
    Inventors: Adriaan J. Kuyler, Anthony J. Melkent
  • Patent number: 11696839
    Abstract: A surgical instrument comprises a member defining a longitudinal axis and being connectable with a spinal implant. A handle is connected with the member. An image guide is connected with the member for orientation relative to a sensor to communicate a signal representative of a position of the spinal implant. The image guide is rotatable about the axis relative to the member and is disposable in at least one fixed position with the member. Systems, implants, spinal constructs and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Abel Kim, Jonathan M. Dewey
  • Patent number: 11696863
    Abstract: A surgical frame and method for use thereof is provided. The surgical frame is capable of reconfiguration before, during, or after surgery using a moveable main beam supporting a patient thereon. The surgical frame includes a translating lower beam that is moveable between at least a first lateral position and a second lateral position, and a linkage and/or surgical equipment supportively and moveably attached to the translating lower beam or interconnected with the translating lower beam via the linkage. The linkage and/or the surgical equipment are moveable between a first position at or adjacent a first end of the translating lower beam and a second position at or adjacent a second end of the translating lower beam. The translating lower beam is used to join a first support portion and a second support portion of the surgical frame to one another, and movement of the translating lower beam affords access to a patient receiving area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Richard A. Hynes, Lindsey G. Waugh, Matthew M. Morrison
  • Patent number: 11690974
    Abstract: A method of delivering a therapeutic agent to a nucleus pulposus of an intervertebral disc is provided. The method comprises inserting a delivery tool containing the therapeutic agent through an anterior portion, a lateral portion, or an anterolateral portion of an annulus fibrosus and into the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral disc; and delivering the therapeutic agent to the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral disc. Devices and kits are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Benjamin T. Reves, Todd M. Boyce, Daniel A. Shimko, Jared T. Wilsey
  • Patent number: 11690655
    Abstract: In one aspect, the present disclosure provides a monolithic percutaneous-screw system for use in spinal surgery. The system includes (i) a receiver having a distal base and a pair of opposing arms extending proximally from the base, a pair of opposing distal breakoff sections, each connected monolithically to a proximal end of a corresponding one of the arms, (ii) a pair of opposing proximal breakoff sections, (iii) a pair of opposing intermediate extenders, each extending from a distal end, connected monolithically to a corresponding one of the distal breakoff sections, to a proximal end connected monolithically to a corresponding one of the proximal breakoff section, and (iv) a guide cap connected monolithically to both of the proximal breakoff sections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Adam Glaser, R. Quinn Brown, Daniel Wall, Joshua Simpson
  • Publication number: 20230190349
    Abstract: A bone screw comprising a shaft having a wall, the wall including a minor diameter and at least one thread having an external thread form. The thread form including a first portion comprising a crest of the thread form and a second portion extends between a minor diameter of the thread form and the first portion. The first portion having a solid configuration relative to the second portion. In some embodiments, systems, spinal constructs, surgical instruments and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2023
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC INC.
    Inventors: DALE A. TEMPCO, RODNEY RAY BALLARD, KEITH E. MILLER, WILLIAM ALAN REZACH