Patents by Inventor Alison G. Powers

Alison G. Powers 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).

  • Patent number: 10045796
    Abstract: A spinal correction system comprises a first member configured for attachment to a first portion of vertebral tissue and a second member is configured for attachment to a second portion of the vertebral tissue spaced from the first portion. A third member has a non-flexible configuration relative to the first and second members and is configured for attachment to an apical portion of the vertebral tissue and along at least a portion of at least two vertebrae. The third member extends between a first end connected to the first member at a first transition configured for attachment to the first vertebral tissue and a second end connected to the second member at a second transition configured for attachment to the vertebral tissue. Methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2018
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Alison G. Powers, Chris Johnson, Timothy S. Oswald
  • Patent number: 9433442
    Abstract: A spinal construct includes at least one tether extending between a first end connectable with a first fastener connected with spinal tissue and a second end connectable with a second fastener connected with spinal tissue. The at least one tether has a tension between the fasteners. A ratchet is engagable with the at least one tether to adjust the tension. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary S. Lindemann, Alison G. Powers, Keith E. Miller, Jeremy J. Rawlinson
  • Publication number: 20160095630
    Abstract: A spinal correction system comprises a first member configured for attachment to a first portion of vertebral tissue and a second member is configured for attachment to a second portion of the vertebral tissue spaced from the first portion. A third member has a non-flexible configuration relative to the first and second members and is configured for attachment to an apical portion of the vertebral tissue and along at least a portion of at least two vertebrae. The third member extends between a first end connected to the first member at a first transition configured for attachment to the first vertebral tissue and a second end connected to the second member at a second transition configured for attachment to the vertebral tissue. Methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2015
    Publication date: April 7, 2016
    Inventors: Alison G. Powers, Chris Johnson, Timothy S. Oswald
  • Publication number: 20150201973
    Abstract: A spinal construct includes at least one tether extending between a first end connectable with a first fastener connected with spinal tissue and a second end connectable with a second fastener connected with spinal tissue. The at least one tether has a tension between the fasteners. A ratchet is engagable with the at least one tether to adjust the tension. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2014
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary S. Lindemann, Alison G. Powers, Keith E. Miller, Jeremy J. Rawlinson
  • Publication number: 20140277182
    Abstract: A spinal implant includes a wall defining a plane and having a first surface and a second surface configured to engage tissue. The wall defines a first opening configured for disposal of a first bone fastener and a second opening configured for disposal of a second bone fastener. The wall includes an inner surface that defines a passageway disposed between the first and second openings. A part configured for disposal in the passageway. The first bone fastener is engageable with the part such that the part translates relative to the inner surface in the plane to engage the second bone fastener and to resist backout of the second bone fastener from the second opening. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Jeff R. Justis, Alison G. Powers, Gary S. Lindemann
  • Publication number: 20140214081
    Abstract: A spinal implant includes a wall having a first surface and a second surface configured to engage tissue. The wall defines a first opening and a second opening configured for disposal of a bone fastener. The wall further defines a cavity disposed between the surfaces and in communication with the second opening. A biasing member is configured for disposal in the cavity and is engageable with the bone fastener to resist backout of the bone fastener from the second opening. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2013
    Publication date: July 31, 2014
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Frank J. Schwab, Alison G. Powers