Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for tensioning an orthopedic surgical cable used in conjunction with an orthopedic implant device, a bone, and/or bone implant or structure. At least one device in accordance with various embodiments of the invention includes a handheld body handheld body capable of receiving a portion of the orthopedic surgical cable. The handheld body includes a clamping body adapted to restrain a first portion of the orthopedic surgical cable with an adjustable gripping force, wherein a tension is placed on the orthopedic surgical cable. The handheld body also includes an adjusting mechanism adapted to cooperate with the clamping body to change the gripping force on the orthopedic surgical cable. In addition, the handheld body includes a slide adapted to change the position of the clamping body relative to the handheld body.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for clamping and reclamping an orthopedic surgical cable used in conjunction with an orthopedic implant device, a bone, and/or bone implant or structure. A sequence for a method in accordance with various embodiments the invention includes providing a surgical cable clamp and an orthopedic surgical cable. Next, mounting a portion of the surgical cable to the surgical cable clamp. Next, applying a force to the portion of the surgical cable so that the surgical cable is restrained or secured relative to the surgical cable clamp with a first tension in the surgical cable. Then releasing the force on the extended portion of the surgical cable so that the surgical cable can be repositioned relative to the surgical cable clamp. Finally, applying another force to the extended portion of the surgical cable so that the surgical cable is again restrained or secured relative to the surgical cable clamp.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for clamping and reclamping an orthopedic surgical cable used in conjunction with an orthopedic implant device, a bone, and/or bone implant or structure. Systems and methods provide a clamping body, a clamping mechanism, and a force application member that cooperate to allow tensioning and re-tensioning of a surgical cable.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for clamping and reclamping an orthopedic surgical cable used in conjunction with an orthopedic implant device, a bone, and/or bone implant or structure. At least one combination and device in accordance with various embodiments of the invention include a clamping body adapted to positioning within a patient's body; and a clamping mechanism adapted to securing an orthopedic cable to the clamping body, creating a first tension in the orthopedic cable, releasing the tension in the orthopedic cable, and re-securing the orthopedic cable relative to the clamping body to secure another tension in the orthopedic cable. A sequence for a method in accordance with various embodiments the invention includes providing a surgical cable clamp and an orthopedic surgical cable. Next, mounting a portion of the surgical cable to the surgical cable clamp.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for clamping and reclamping an orthopedic surgical cable used in conjunction with an orthopedic implant device, a bone, and/or bone implant or structure. At least one apparatus and system in accordance with various embodiments of the invention include a clamping body adapted to positioning within a patient's body; and a clamping mechanism adapted to securing an orthopedic cable to the clamping body, creating a first tension in the orthopedic cable, releasing the tension in the orthopedic cable, and re-securing the orthopedic cable relative to the clamping body to secure another tension in the orthopedic cable. A sequence for a method in accordance with various embodiments the invention includes providing a surgical cable clamp and an orthopedic surgical cable. Next, mounting a portion of the surgical cable to the surgical cable clamp.

Abstract: A prosthetic acetabular cup assembly includes a single piece bearing component having an inner bearing surface for receiving a ball attached to a femoral prosthesis and an outer surface. The assembly also includes a shell component for attachment to an acetabulum to replace a natural hip socket includes an inner surface defining a cavity for receiving the bearing component therein. The inner surface of the shell component is formed to include an arcuate groove therein. A formed wire is situated in the arcuate groove of the shell component. The wire is configured so that a portion of the wire extends radially inwardly from the arcuate groove of the shell component to engage an arcuate groove formed in the bearing component to retain the bearing component inside the shell component.

Abstract: A prosthetic gauge which is used for evaluating the fit of a prosthetic device against a receiving bone or cartilage surface. The gauge includes a portion for gripping and a contact portion extending from the gripping portion. The surface of the contact portion is predeterminedly contoured to conform substantially to the shape of the receiving bone or cartilage surface to be evaluated. The contact surface is a frosted or translucent surface which transmits and diffuses light so that the specific bone or cartilage surface being observed through the gauge cannot be seen clearly until actual contact is made between the contact surface and the articular surface. This aids the surgeon in more accurately determining the apparent contact area, and hence in evaluating the potential fit of the prosthesis.