Patents by Inventor Charles L. Bush, Jr.
Charles L. Bush, Jr. 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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Patent number: 9808350Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention is a laminal implant including: a first body including a first flange adapted to engage a first lamina end, a tab and a receiving channel; and a second body including a second flange adapted to engage a second lamina end, and a plurality of teeth adapted to engage the tab, at least a portion of the second body adapted to be positioned within the receiving channel, the first and second bodies adapted to slideably engage one another.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2013Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: Stryker European Holdings I, LLCInventors: Yolanda D. Shepard, Charles L. Bush, Jr., Douglas Pedrick
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Patent number: 9744050Abstract: A system includes tubular members removably positionable over a passageway device connected to a connecting element attached to a vertebra. The tubular members may each include a sidewall having an opening positionable adjacent a proximal end of the passageway device when the tubular member is positioned over the passageway device. The tubular members include channels therein to receive respective blades of the passageway devices. One of the tubular members may be a counter torque tube, and another two of the tubular members may be a hinge shaft and a ball shaft, respectively, of a compression and distraction system. The blades of each passageway device may be integrally formed with a cage of the connecting element to form a monolithic blade-screw. The blades of the monolithic blade-screw may be constructed by affixing distal ends of non-threaded blade extensions to proximal ends of threaded reduction portions integrally connected to the cage.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2013Date of Patent: August 29, 2017Assignee: Stryker European Holdings I, LLCInventors: Abram Reitblat, Steven Krause, Charles L. Bush, Jr., Douglas Pedrick
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Publication number: 20170166377Abstract: A universal sterile packaging assembly for an orthopedic device includes an outer blister having a first recessed central region and an inner blister having a second recessed central region. The second recessed central region includes a protrusion configured for securement of a medical part thereto. The inner blister is sized to fit within the first recessed central region. The assembly also includes a first lid securable to the inner blister and a second lid securable to the outer blister so as to enclose the inner blister within the outer blister.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2016Publication date: June 15, 2017Inventors: Rufina Kaplan, Orrin R. Levine, Charles L. Bush, JR.
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Publication number: 20170086887Abstract: Several different embodiment pedicle screws are disclosed. The designs allow for increased angulation between the screw portions and coupling elements, which may be particuarly useful for cervical vertebrae fusion procedures. Methods of utilizing the pedicle screws are disclosed herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2015Publication date: March 30, 2017Inventor: Charles L. Bush, JR.
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Publication number: 20160270832Abstract: A bone plate having at least one screw hole adapted to receive a bone screw, a blocker having a blocking end for blocking a bone screw from further backout of bone the blocker being predisposed in a blocking position wherein the blocking end at least partially overlaps a portion of the screw hole, the blocker being moveable from the blocking position by contact with the bone screw during insertion of the bone screw into the screw hole, and a blocker fixation element having an open orientation at which the blocker can move from the blocking position and a closed orientation preventing substantial movement of the blocker from the blocking position. The blocker fixation element cannot be moved to the closed orientation unless the screw head passes the blocker, thereby revealing that the blocker fixation element is in position to prevent substantial movement of the blocker.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Charles L. Bush, JR., Hanspeter Robert Bayer
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Patent number: 9351775Abstract: A bone plate having at least one screw hole adapted to receive a bone screw, a blocker having a blocking end for blocking a bone screw from further backout of bone the blocker being predisposed in a blocking position wherein the blocking end at least partially overlaps a portion of the screw hole, the blocker being moveable from the blocking position by contact with the bone screw during insertion of the bone screw into the screw hole, and a blocker fixation element having an open orientation at which the blocker can move from the blocking position and a closed orientation preventing substantial movement of the blocker from the blocking position. The blocker fixation element cannot be moved to the closed orientation unless the screw head passes the blocker, thereby revealing that the blocker fixation element is in position to prevent substantial movement of the blocker.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2014Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: Stryker European Holdings I, LLCInventors: Charles L. Bush, Jr., Hanspeter Robert Bayer
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Publication number: 20160106484Abstract: A dynamic subsidence plate is described having a first plate member and a second plate member in sliding engagement that may infinitely subside between a first and second assembled position. The plate includes a lock assembly associated with the first and second plate members. The lock assembly includes a ramp portion, an interference portion, and a bearing member situated between the ramp portion and the interference portion. The lock assembly of the plate is configured to allow movement of the first member with respect to the second member in a first direction in an infinite number of positions between a first assembled position and a second assembled position. Further, the lock assembly alternatively prevents movement of the first member with respect to the second member in an opposite second direction between the first and second assembled positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2015Publication date: April 21, 2016Inventors: Charles L. Bush, JR., Carla Bandeira
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Patent number: 9241750Abstract: A dynamic subsidence plate is described having a first plate member and a second plate member in sliding engagement that may infinitely subside between a first and second assembled position. The plate includes a lock assembly associated with the first and second plate members. The lock assembly includes a ramp portion, an interference portion, and a bearing member situated between the ramp portion and the interference portion. The lock assembly of the plate is configured to allow movement of the first member with respect to the second member in a first direction in an infinite number of positions between a first assembled position and a second assembled position. Further, the lock assembly alternatively prevents movement of the first member with respect to the second member in an opposite second direction between the first and second assembled positions.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2013Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: Stryker SpineInventors: Charles L. Bush, Jr., Carla Bandeira
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Publication number: 20150066096Abstract: A bone plate having at least one screw hole adapted to receive a bone screw, a blocker having a blocking end for blocking a bone screw from further backout of bone the blocker being predisposed in a blocking position wherein the blocking end at least partially overlaps a portion of the screw hole, the blocker being moveable from the blocking position by contact with the bone screw during insertion of the bone screw into the screw hole, and a blocker fixation element having an open orientation at which the blocker can move from the blocking position and a closed orientation preventing substantial movement of the blocker from the blocking position. The blocker fixation element cannot be moved to the closed orientation unless the screw head passes the blocker, thereby revealing that the blocker fixation element is in position to prevent substantial movement of the blocker.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventors: Charles L. Bush, JR., Hanspeter Robert Bayer
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Patent number: 8906077Abstract: A bone plate having at least one screw hole adapted to receive a bone screw, a blocker having a blocking end for blocking a bone screw from further backout of bone the blocker being predisposed in a blocking position wherein the blocking end at least partially overlaps a portion of the screw hole, the blocker being moveable from the blocking position by contact with the bone screw during insertion of the bone screw into the screw hole, and a blocker fixation element having an open orientation at which the blocker can move from the blocking position and a closed orientation preventing substantial movement of the blocker from the blocking position. The blocker fixation element cannot be moved to the closed orientation unless the screw head passes the blocker, thereby revealing that the blocker fixation element is in position to prevent substantial movement of the blocker.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2008Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Assignee: Stryker SpineInventors: Charles L. Bush, Jr., Hanspeter Robert Bayer
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Publication number: 20140277145Abstract: A percutaneous spinal cross link system for interconnecting a spinal fusion construct on one side of the longitudinal axis of the spine with a spinal fusion construct on the other side of the longitudinal axis may include a cross bar connected at each end by a respective connector to a respective spinal fusion rod of each of the spinal fusion constructs. The connector may include a rod receiving portion adapted to receive one of the spinal fusion rods and a cross bar receiving portion adapted receive the cross bar in an orientation generally perpendicular to the spinal fusion rod. A cannula defined by two spaced apart blades may be connected to the connector for defining a minimally invasive pathway through body tissue for introduction of the cross bar to the connector. Other tools for use with the system are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: STRYKER SPINEInventors: Abram Reitblat, David Talijan, Lori Dombrowski, Charles L. Bush, JR.
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Publication number: 20140277205Abstract: A spinal rod insertion instrument includes a hollow, monolithic body having a proximal end and a distal end. The body defines a passageway that extends along a first axis between the proximal and distal ends. The distal end includes first and second arms defining a slot therebetween. The first and second arms are configured to releasably retain a spinal rod therebetween. Also provided is a method of securing a spinal rod to a coupling element attached with a pedicle screw.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: STRYKER SPINEInventors: Joshua Stein, Charles L. Bush, JR.
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Publication number: 20140067065Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention is a laminal implant including: a first body including a first flange adapted to engage a first lamina end, a tab and a receiving channel; and a second body including a second flange adapted to engage a second lamina end, and a plurality of teeth adapted to engage the tab, at least a portion of the second body adapted to be positioned within the receiving channel, the first and second bodies adapted to slideably engage one another.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: Stryker SpineInventors: Yolanda D. Shepard, Charles L. Bush, JR., Douglas Pedrick
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Patent number: 8562681Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention is a system for use in a laminoplasty procedure, the system including an implant comprising a first body and a second body, the first and second bodies adapted to slide relative to one another; and an implantation instrument including: a shaft having a longitudinal length, a proximal end, a distal end and a hollow throughbore along at least a portion of its length; a handle positioned on the proximal end of the shaft; an actuator rod having a proximal portion and a distal portion, the actuator rod being positioned within the hollow throughbore of the shaft; a knob adapted to engage the proximal portion of the actuator rod; a first connector adapted to engage the distal portion of the actuator rod; and a second connector fixedly secured to the distal end of the shaft.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2012Date of Patent: October 22, 2013Assignee: Styker SpineInventors: Yolanda D. Shepard, Charles L. Bush, Jr., Douglas Pedrick
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Publication number: 20130197641Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention is a system for use in a laminoplasty procedure, the system including an implant comprising a first body and a second body, the first and second bodies adapted to slide relative to one another; and an implantation instrument including: a shaft having a longitudinal length, a proximal end, a distal end and a hollow throughbore along at least a portion of its length; a handle positioned on the proximal end of the shaft; an actuator rod having a proximal portion and a distal portion, the actuator rod being positioned within the hollow throughbore of the shaft; a knob adapted to engage the proximal portion of the actuator rod; a first connector adapted to engage the distal portion of the actuator rod; and a second connector fixedly secured to the distal end of the shaft.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2012Publication date: August 1, 2013Applicant: STRYKER SPINEInventors: Yolanda D. Shepard, Charles L. Bush, JR., Douglas Pedrick
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Publication number: 20130150897Abstract: A dynamic subsidence plate is described having a first plate member and a second plate member in sliding engagement that may infinitely subside between a first and second assembled position. The plate includes a lock assembly associated with the first and second plate members. The lock assembly includes a ramp portion, an interference portion, and a bearing member situated between the ramp portion and the interference portion. The lock assembly of the plate is configured to allow movement of the first member with respect to the second member in a first direction in an infinite number of positions between a first assembled position and a second assembled position. Further, the lock assembly alternatively prevents movement of the first member with respect to the second member in an opposite second direction between the first and second assembled positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2013Publication date: June 13, 2013Applicant: STRYKER SPINEInventors: Charles L. Bush, JR., Carla Bandeira
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Patent number: 8388663Abstract: A dynamic subsidence plate is described having a first plate member and a second plate member in sliding engagement that may infinitely subside between a first and second assembled position. The plate includes a lock assembly associated with the first and second plate members. The lock assembly includes a ramp portion, an interference portion, and a bearing member situated between the ramp portion and the interference portion. The lock assembly of the plate is configured to allow movement of the first member with respect to the second member in a first direction in an infinite number of positions between a first assembled position and a second assembled position. Further, the lock assembly alternatively prevents movement of the first member with respect to the second member in an opposite second direction between the first and second assembled positions.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2007Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Assignee: Stryker SpineInventors: Charles L. Bush, Jr., Carla Bandeira
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Patent number: 7776018Abstract: A luer connector assembly is provided for enhancing the frictional engagement between medical devices such as syringes and needle assemblies. The assembly needle includes a female luer fitting having a passageway and a relatively soft, resilient member bounding the passageway. The passageway is also bounded by the body of the fitting, which is harder than the soft, resilient member. A male luer fitting inserted into the passageway engages both the soft, resilient member and the body of the female luer fitting. A method of manufacturing such a connector assembly is further provided. A first material is injected into a mold to form the body of a female luer fitting, the fitting including a passageway and a recess extending into the body. A second material is then injected such that it extends into the recess and bounds the passageway. The second material, when cool, is softer than the first material.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2007Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Assignee: Becton, Dickinson and CompanyInventors: Charles L. Bush, Jr., Gene Fleischer, Charles G. Hwang, C. Mark Newby
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Patent number: D598104Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2008Date of Patent: August 11, 2009Assignee: Stryker SpineInventor: Charles L. Bush, Jr.
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Patent number: D602589Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2008Date of Patent: October 20, 2009Assignee: Stryker SpineInventor: Charles L. Bush, Jr.