Patents by Inventor Ciullo, Jerome V.

Ciullo, Jerome V. 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).

  • Hinged external fixator
    Patent number: 4696293
    Abstract: Traction across a joint of the body is provided by the hinged external fixator which holds bony parts by means of screws or pins embedded in the bony parts. The hinged external fixator permits portable traction allowing early mobilization, wound care, and flexing and exercise of the articular cartilage to promote healing and to prevent post traumatic arthritis. An adjustable distension apparatus, having an integral spring biased force garage, provides conveniently alterable and measurable traction forces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1982
    Date of Patent: September 29, 1987
    Inventor: Ciullo, Jerome V.