Patents by Inventor Bret W. SCHNEIDER

Bret W. SCHNEIDER 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).

  • Publication number: 20170296244
    Abstract: Implants for the fusion or fixation of two bone segments are described. For example, the implants can be used for the fusion or fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The implants can have a matrix structure, have a rectilinear cross-sectional area, and have a curvature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2017
    Publication date: October 19, 2017
    Inventors: Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Roxanne SIMON, Derek LINDSEY, Scott A. YERBY
  • Patent number: 9662157
    Abstract: Implants for the fusion or fixation of two bone segments are described. For example, the implants can be used for the fusion or fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The implants can have a matrix structure, have a rectilinear cross-sectional area, and have a curvature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
    Assignee: SI-Bone Inc.
    Inventors: Bret W. Schneider, Roxanne Simon, Derek Lindsey, Scott A. Yerby
  • Publication number: 20170007409
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to implants and tools for the fixation or fusion of joints or bone segments. These tools include tissue dilators and protectors. Other tools include broaches used to shape bores in bone. The tools can also include a system for removing an implant from bone. Implants can include assemblies of one or more implant structures that make possible the achievement of diverse interventions involving the fusion and/or stabilization of lumbar and sacral vertebra in a non-invasive manner, with minimal incision, and without the necessitating the removing the intervertebral disc. Implants for fusing both sacroiliac joints of a patient include a long implant that extends across both sacroiliac joints.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2016
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: Richard G. MAULDIN, Ralph F. RASHBAUM, Mark A. REILEY, Scott A. YERBY, Paul SAND, Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Jose RODRIGUEZ, Nicanor DOMINGO, Joanne LEUNG
  • Publication number: 20160081809
    Abstract: Implants for the fusion or fixation of two bone segments are described. For example, the implants can be used for the fusion or fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The implants can have a matrix structure, have a rectilinear cross-sectional area, and have a curvature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2015
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Inventors: Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Roxanne SIMON, Derek LINDSEY, Scott A. YERBY
  • Publication number: 20160081810
    Abstract: Implants for the fusion or fixation of two bone segments are described. For example, the implants can be used for the fusion or fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The implants can include fenestrations, have a rectilinear overall cross-sectional area, and have a curvature. Some implants can also be used to rescue failed implants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2015
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Inventors: Mark A. REILEY, Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Joanne LEUNG, Paul SAND, Scott A. YERBY
  • Publication number: 20140288605
    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to bone implants. More specifically, the present invention relates to bone implants used for the fixation or fusion of the sacroiliac joint and/or the spine. For example, a system for fusing or stabilizing a plurality of bones is provided. The system includes an implant structure having stem portion and a head portion, the stem portion having a rectilinear cross sectional area. A tulip or saddle structure can be attached to the head portion, and a rod can be secured within the tulip or saddle structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Inventors: Ali H. MESIWALA, Mark A. REILEY, Paul SAND, Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Scott A. YERBY
  • Publication number: 20140277463
    Abstract: Systems, devices and methods for fusing both sacroiliac joints of a patient using a long implant are provided. The method can include inserting a guide pin through the first ilium and across the first SI-Joint, through the sacrum and above the S1 foramen, across the second SI-Joint, and through the second ilium; forming a first rectilinear cavity through the first ilium and the first SI-Joint; forming a second rectilinear cavity through the second ilium and the second SI-Joint, wherein the first rectilinear cavity and the second rectilinear cavity are aligned; and inserting an implant through the first cavity, across the first SI-Joint, through the sacrum, across the second SI-Joint, and through the second cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Scott A. YERBY, Paul SAND, Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Joanne LEUNG
  • Publication number: 20140276846
    Abstract: This application relates generally to broaches. More specifically, this application relates to broaches used to shape bores in bone. The broaches can shape the bores to receive an implant and also cut additional tubes or channels for receiving bone graft material and/or biologic aids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Richard G. MAULDIN, Scott A. YERBY, Paul SAND, Bret W. SCHNEIDER
  • Publication number: 20140277462
    Abstract: Assemblies of one or more implant structures make possible the achievement of diverse interventions involving the fusion and/or stabilization of lumbar and sacral vertebra in a non-invasive manner, with minimal incision, and without the necessitating the removing the intervertebral disc. The representative lumbar spine interventions, which can be performed on adults or children, include, but are not limited to, translaminar lumbar fusion and lumbar facet fusion involving a curved implant structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Scott A. YERBY, Paul SAND, Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Jose E. RODRIGUEZ, Nicanor DOMINGO, Mark A. REILEY
  • Publication number: 20140276851
    Abstract: A system for removing an implant from bone can include a guidepin that can be attached to the implant; an osteotome having a flat, elongate body and a sharp, blade portion for cutting bone; an osteotome guide having a elongate body having a plurality of planar faces and a rectilinear cross-section that corresponds in shape to the rectilinear cross-section of the implant, a lumen extending through the elongate body of the osteotome for receiving the guidepin, and a plurality of channels for receiving the osteotome, wherein one of the plurality of channels is disposed along each one of the plurality of planar faces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Bret W. SCHNEIDER, Richard G. MAULDIN, Scott A. YERBY, Paul SAND