Patents by Inventor Ashok Biyani
Ashok Biyani 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: 20230000528Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2022Publication date: January 5, 2023Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Patent number: 11464547Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2020Date of Patent: October 11, 2022Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Publication number: 20210068875Abstract: A rod reducer assembly is provided and is selectively mountable to a pedicle screw assembly. The pedicle screw assembly includes a pedicle screw housing that defines a rod-receiving recess. The pedicle screw assembly includes an extension assembly that is coupled to the pedicle screw housing by a frangible member. The rod reducer is configured to reduce a spinal rod into the rod-receiving recess of the pedicle screw assembly. The rod reducer assembly may include a derotation sleeve configured to inhibit the frangible member from breaking while manipulating a spinal bone.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2020Publication date: March 11, 2021Inventors: Joshua David Rubin, Geneva Goldwood, Daniel Genovese, Olivia Angus, Robert J. Tokash, Ashok Biyani, Peter Bono, Anthony Cucchi, Kornelis Poelstra, Michael Selby, Robert Kuru
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Publication number: 20200367943Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2020Publication date: November 26, 2020Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Patent number: 10779866Abstract: A rod reducer assembly is provided and is selectively mountable to a pedicle screw assembly. The pedicle screw assembly includes a pedicle screw housing that defines a rod-receiving recess. The pedicle screw assembly includes an extension assembly that is coupled to the pedicle screw housing by a frangible member. The rod reducer is configured to reduce a spinal rod into the rod-receiving recess of the pedicle screw assembly. The rod reducer assembly may include a derotation sleeve configured to inhibit the frangible member from breaking while manipulating a spinal bone.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2017Date of Patent: September 22, 2020Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Josh Rubin, Geneva Goldwood, Daniel Genovese, Olivia Angus, Robert J. Tokash, Ashok Biyani, Peter Bono, Anthony Cucchi, Kornelis Poelstra, Michael Selby, Robert Kuru
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Patent number: 10758276Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2018Date of Patent: September 1, 2020Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Patent number: 10688513Abstract: A liquid dispenser is provided. The liquid dispenser includes a reservoir portion having a first circumferential sidewall, a first partition and an opposing second partition. The first circumferential sidewall and first and second partitions define an interior chamber. A dispenser portion extends from the first partition and has a neck defined by a second circumferential sidewall. The second circumferential sidewall defines a first internal passage. A bottom portion extends from the second partition and has a third circumferential sidewall. The third circumferential sidewall and the second partition define an internal cavity. A base assembly has a pivotable lid and is configured for a first, seated orientation within the internal cavity of the bottom portion and a second, seated orientation on the first partition. In the second orientation, the pivotable lid allows fluid access to the first internal passage of the dispenser portion.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2019Date of Patent: June 23, 2020Inventor: Ashok Biyani
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Publication number: 20190388921Abstract: A liquid dispenser is provided. The liquid dispenser includes a reservoir portion having a first circumferential sidewall, a first partition and an opposing second partition. The first circumferential sidewall and first and second partitions define an interior chamber. A dispenser portion extends from the first partition and has a neck defined by a second circumferential sidewall. The second circumferential sidewall defines a first internal passage. A bottom portion extends from the second partition and has a third circumferential sidewall. The third circumferential sidewall and the second partition define an internal cavity. A base assembly has a pivotable lid and is configured for a first, seated orientation within the internal cavity of the bottom portion and a second, seated orientation on the first partition. In the second orientation, the pivotable lid allows fluid access to the first internal passage of the dispenser portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2019Publication date: December 26, 2019Inventor: Ashok Biyani
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Publication number: 20190125413Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2018Publication date: May 2, 2019Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Patent number: 10117679Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2016Date of Patent: November 6, 2018Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Patent number: 10021872Abstract: A combination duster and sprayer device for both cleaning and spraying insecticide includes a housing that is tubular and has a bottom. The housing has a top that is open defining a rim, such that the housing is configured for insertion of an aerosol can. A coupler is coupled to the bottom, such that the coupler is configured to engage a complimentary connector of an extension device. A casing that has an open end is complimentary to the housing, such that the housing is insertable into the casing. The housing is frictionally couplable to the casing. A plurality of bristles is coupled to and extends outwardly from the casing. The bristles are pliable. An opening is positioned in a closed end of the casing. An actuator is insertable into the opening and configured to engage the nozzle of an aerosol can to direct spray to the area selected by the user.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2015Date of Patent: July 17, 2018Inventor: Ashok Biyani
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Publication number: 20180185072Abstract: A rod reducer assembly is provided and is selectively mountable to a pedicle screw assembly. The pedicle screw assembly includes a pedicle screw housing that defines a rod-receiving recess. The pedicle screw assembly includes an extension assembly that is coupled to the pedicle screw housing by a frangible member. The rod reducer is configured to reduce a spinal rod into the rod-receiving recess of the pedicle screw assembly. The rod reducer assembly may include a derotation sleeve configured to inhibit the frangible member from breaking while manipulating a spinal bone.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2017Publication date: July 5, 2018Inventors: Josh Rubin, Geneva Goldwood, Daniel Genovese, Olivia Angus, Robert J. Tokash, Ashok Biyani, Peter Bono, Anthony Cucchi, Kornelis Poelstra, Michael Selby, Robert Kuru
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Publication number: 20170143385Abstract: A spinal rod reduction apparatus including an elongated body member, a pair of arms extending distally from the elongated body member, and first and second elongated slots defined between the pair of arms. The first and second elongated slots are configured to receive a spinal rod therethrough. The first elongated slot is positioned in opposed relation to the second elongated slot and is longer than the second elongated slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2016Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Ashok Biyani, Geneva Goldwood, Josh Rubin
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Publication number: 20170118973Abstract: A combination duster and sprayer device for both cleaning and spraying insecticide includes a housing that is tubular and has a bottom. The housing has a top that is open defining a rim, such that the housing is configured for insertion of an aerosol can. A coupler is coupled to the bottom, such that the coupler is configured to engage a complimentary connector of an extension device. A casing that has an open end is complimentary to the housing, such that the housing is insertable into the casing. The housing is frictionally couplable to the casing. A plurality of bristles is coupled to and extends outwardly from the casing. The bristles are pliable. An opening is positioned in a closed end of the casing. An actuator is insertable into the opening and configured to engage the nozzle of an aerosol can to direct spray to the area selected by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2015Publication date: May 4, 2017Inventor: Ashok Biyani
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Publication number: 20160256198Abstract: Described herein is a pedicle screw for use in the thoracolumbar spine where the height can be adjusted intra-operatively before or after installation member of the longitudinal member. The pedicle screws with adjustable height may be made with a monoaxial or polyaxial configuration. The height of the pedicle screw can be lengthened or shortened.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 29, 2016Publication date: September 8, 2016Applicant: The University of ToledoInventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage
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Publication number: 20150216593Abstract: An insertion device is configured to access a disc positioned between adjacent vertebrae. The insertion device includes a cannula having a passage formed therein. The cannula has an exit aperture. An obturator is substantially positioned within the passage formed in the cannula. One end of the obturator has a probe and the other end of the obturator has a head. An impaction cap is in contact with the cannula and is positioned to cover the head of the obturator. The impaction cap is configured to allow at least a portion of the cannula to be inserted through a portion of one vertebra without deployment of the probe of the obturator through the exit aperture of the cannula.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2015Publication date: August 6, 2015Applicant: The University of ToledoInventor: Ashok Biyani
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Publication number: 20150088204Abstract: An alignment rod aligns first and second vertebra screw insertion assemblies during a spinal surgical procedure. The alignment rod includes a body portion that is adapted to engage and align the first and second vertebra screw insertion assemblies during a spinal surgical procedure. The alignment rod also includes a positioning post extending from the body portion and adapted to be engaged by a positioning tool adapted to position the alignment rod relative to one of the first and second vertebra screw insertion assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2014Publication date: March 26, 2015Applicant: THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOInventor: Ashok Biyani
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Patent number: 8900248Abstract: A telescopic insertion assembly is configured to insert a pedicle screw into a vertebral body. The insertion assembly includes an attachment fixture having one end configured to mate with the pedicle screw and another end having a ridged portion. A center tube is provided having one end slidably attached to the attachment fixture and another end having an internally ridged portion. A telescoping member has one ridged end configured to slidably attach to the center tube and another end having a yoke. The telescoping member is configured to extend the yoke to different distances from the center tube. An alignment member is configured to hingeably attach to the yoke of the telescoping member. The alignment member is configured to rotate from a first position to a second position. The second position of the alignment member is above a top surface of a patient's skin.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2009Date of Patent: December 2, 2014Assignee: The University of ToledoInventor: Ashok Biyani
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Patent number: 8858604Abstract: A cervical plate assembly facilitates the fusion of cervical vertebrae by quickly and easily causing the vertebrae to exert a preloading force against a bone graft interposed therebetween. A cervical plate assembly also facilitates the installation of the cervical plate assembly in an orthopedic surgical procedure by providing both a locking mechanism that positively retains one or more fasteners thereto and a viewing window that results in an unobstructed view of the vertebrae and the bone graft.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: October 14, 2014Assignee: The University of ToledoInventors: Ashok Biyani, Michael A. Rymer
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Patent number: 8403973Abstract: A pedicle screw assembly has a retractable screw tip that facilitates the securement of the pedicle screw assembly to a spinal vertebra in a minimally invasive fashion during an orthopedic surgical procedure. The pedicle screw assembly includes a body portion including a head and a shank. The shank includes an outer surface with a thread provided thereon, an end having a cutting tip provided thereon, and a bore extending inwardly from the end and having an internally threaded region provided therein. The pedicle screw assembly also includes a tip portion including a body having a cutting edge and a shank extending from the body. The shank has an externally threaded region provided thereon that cooperates with the internally threaded region of the bore to permit movement of the tip portion relative to the body portion between extended and retracted positions.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2010Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: The University of ToledoInventors: Ashok Biyani, Gary Durivage