Patents by Inventor Daniel E. Gerbec
Daniel E. Gerbec 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: 20100204798Abstract: A system and method facilitate insertion of a fusion implant into the intervertebral space of a spine. The fusion implant may have a first bone engaging surface and a second bone engaging surface. An attachment interface on an insertion tool allows the implant to be releasably secured to the insertion tool, so that the insertion tool may be detached from the implant without requiring a threaded coupling. The implant may be positioned in two different orientations with respect to the insertion tool to permit usage of two different techniques to insert the implant into the intervertebral space. A recessed support member in the implant creates gaps between bone facing surfaces and the vertebral bodies such that bone graft material may occupy the gaps. The implant includes embedded radiographic markers which facilitate radiographic detection of the orientation of the implant through the surrounding tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2010Publication date: August 12, 2010Applicant: STRYKER SPINEInventors: Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Publication number: 20100145393Abstract: A porous PEEK implant system which may provide tissue ingrowth throughout the body of the implant. The implant may comprise a solid or porous PEEK core. The porous PEEK implants may be of general shape and size but provide the structure necessary to carry out the function of the implant. The porous PEEK implant pores may be seeded with agents to encourage tissue ingrowth as well as other agents such as antibiotics, anesthetics, analgesics and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2008Publication date: June 10, 2010Applicant: MedicineLodge, Inc.Inventors: T. Wade Fallin, Joshua A. Butters, M. Mary Sinnott, Daniel E. Gerbec, Daniel F. Justin, Therese M. Stewart
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Publication number: 20100087880Abstract: A facet joint replacement system includes an inferior implant with an inferior articular surface, a superior implant with a superior articular surface, and an optional crossbar. The inferior implant and the superior implant are each polyaxially adjustably connected to fixation elements which anchor the implants to adjacent vertebrae. The optional crossbar may be polyaxially adjustably connected to bilateral implants. The system components may be provided in kits which provide components of various sizes and shapes. A set of surgical instruments may facilitate implantation of the facet joint replacement system by providing tools for bone preparation, trialing, implant insertion, implant alignment, and lock-out of modular interconnections.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2009Publication date: April 8, 2010Applicant: FACET SOLUTIONS, INC.Inventors: Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Joel R. Helgerson, Daniel E. Gerbec
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Publication number: 20100082107Abstract: A facet joint replacement system includes an inferior implant with an inferior articular surface, a superior implant with a superior articular surface, and an optional crossbar. The inferior implant and the superior implant are each polyaxially adjustably connected to fixation elements which anchor the implants to adjacent vertebrae. The optional crossbar may be polyaxially adjustably connected to bilateral implants. The system components may be provided in kits which provide components of various sizes and shapes. A set of surgical instruments may facilitate implantation of the facet joint replacement system by providing tools for bone preparation, trialing, implant insertion, implant alignment, and lock-out of modular interconnections.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2009Publication date: April 1, 2010Applicant: FACET SOLUTIONS, INC.Inventors: Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Joel R. Helgerson, Daniel E. Gerbec
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Publication number: 20100076493Abstract: A facet joint replacement system includes an inferior implant with an inferior articular surface, a superior implant with a superior articular surface, and an optional crossbar. The inferior implant and the superior implant are each polyaxially adjustably connected to fixation elements which anchor the implants to adjacent vertebrae. The optional crossbar may be polyaxially adjustably connected to bilateral implants. The system components may be provided in kits which provide components of various sizes and shapes. A set of surgical instruments may facilitate implantation of the facet joint replacement system by providing tools for bone preparation, trialing, implant insertion, implant alignment, and lock-out of modular interconnections.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2009Publication date: March 25, 2010Applicant: FACET SOLUTIONS, INC.Inventors: Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Joel R. Helgerson, Daniel E. Gerbec
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Publication number: 20100042153Abstract: A posterior vertebral stabilizer has a resilient member such as a linear spring, which operates in tension and compression. The resilient member may be kept straight by a stabilization rod extending through the spring, or by a telescoping assembly that encases the resilient member. The ends of the stabilizer are attachable to pedicles of adjacent vertebrae so that the stabilizer adds stiffness to control flexion and extension of the vertebrae. Two such stabilizers may be used, and may be connected together by a crosslink designed to limit relative rotation of the stabilizers. Thus, the stabilizers may restrict axial rotation and lateral bending between the vertebrae, while permitting stiffened flexion and extension. Such stabilizers help provide the stiffness of a healthy intervertebral disc. In the event that fusion of the joint becomes necessary, a set screw or other component may be used to further restrict flexion and extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2009Publication date: February 18, 2010Inventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Publication number: 20100010544Abstract: A posterior vertebral stabilizer has a resilient member such as a linear spring, which operates in tension and compression. The resilient member may be kept straight by a stabilization rod extending through the spring, or by a telescoping assembly that encases the resilient member. The ends of the stabilizer are attachable to pedicles of adjacent vertebrae so that the stabilizer adds stiffness to control flexion and extension of the vertebrae. Two such stabilizers may be used, and may be connected together by a crosslink designed to limit relative rotation of the stabilizers. Thus, the stabilizers may restrict axial rotation and lateral bending between the vertebrae, while permitting stiffened flexion and extension. Such stabilizers help provide the stiffness of a healthy intervertebral disc. In the event that fusion of the joint becomes necessary, a set screw or other component may be used to further restrict flexion and extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2009Publication date: January 14, 2010Applicant: Stryker SpineInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Patent number: 7641672Abstract: A suture anchor includes a placement portion frangably connected to an attachment portion. The attachment portion includes an outwardly projecting barb. During insertion of the suture anchor within a bore hole formed on a bone, the barb scores at least a portion of the bone bounding the bore hole. Once the suture anchor is disposed within the bore hole, a withdrawal force is applied to the suture anchor such that the attachment portion thereof rotates within the bore hole and disconnects from the placement portion. In an alternative embodiment, the suture anchor can be formed without the outwardly projecting barb.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2005Date of Patent: January 5, 2010Assignee: Stryker EndoInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Gordon Baker
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Patent number: 7625393Abstract: A posterior vertebral stabilizer has a resilient member such as a linear spring, which operates in tension and compression. The resilient member may be kept straight by a stabilization rod extending through the spring, or by a telescoping assembly that encases the resilient member. The ends of the stabilizer are attachable to pedicles of adjacent vertebrae so that the stabilizer adds stiffness to control flexion and extension of the vertebrae. Two such stabilizers may be used, and may be connected together by a crosslink designed to limit relative rotation of the stabilizers. Thus, the stabilizers may restrict axial rotation and lateral bending between the vertebrae, while permitting stiffened flexion and extension. Such stabilizers help provide the stiffness of a healthy intervertebral disc. In the event that fusion of the joint becomes necessary, a set screw or other component may be used to further restrict flexion and extension.Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 2008Date of Patent: December 1, 2009Assignee: Stryker SpineInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Patent number: 7604654Abstract: A posterior vertebral stabilizer has a resilient member such as a linear spring, which operates in tension and compression. The resilient member may be kept straight by a stabilization rod extending through the spring, or by a telescoping assembly that encases the resilient member. The ends of the stabilizer are attachable to pedicles of adjacent vertebrae so that the stabilizer adds stiffness to control flexion and extension of the vertebrae. Two such stabilizers may be used, and may be connected together by a crosslink designed to limit relative rotation of the stabilizers. Thus, the stabilizers may restrict axial rotation and lateral bending between the vertebrae, while permitting stiffened flexion and extension. Such stabilizers help provide the stiffness of a healthy intervertebral disc. In the event that fusion of the joint becomes necessary, a set screw or other component may be used to further restrict flexion and extension.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2005Date of Patent: October 20, 2009Assignee: Stryker SpineInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Publication number: 20090216234Abstract: A system for accessing a spine from a curved postero-lateral approach may include a curved cannula positioned along a curved path from an opening in the skin to a location proximate the spine. The location may be at the L4-L5 vertebral level, and the curved path may lie in a plane oblique to the transverse, coronal and sagittal planes of the spine, and avoid the iliac crest. A targeting post may be inserted adjacent the spine to determine the location, and a guide member may be inserted to establish the curved path. A micrometer assembly may adjust a cephalad-caudal displacement between the post and the guide member. One or more intermediate cannulas may be inserted over the guide member to dilate tissues prior to insertion of the main cannula. An interbody device may be implanted into an intervertebral space through the cannula.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2009Publication date: August 27, 2009Applicant: INNOVATIVE SPINEInventors: Morteza M. Farr, Ephraim Akyuz, T. Wade Fallin, Daniel F. Justin, Joshua A. Butters, Daniel E. Gerbec
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Patent number: 7575575Abstract: Adjustable splints for treating bone breaks and fractures provide a variety of different options for adjusting the locations and configurations of the splints. Adjustable mounts on the splints can be moved to a variety of different locations with respect to the splint main body housings and bone connectors can be rotated into a variety of positions within the mounts. Main bodies of the splint devices can be conveniently moved with respect to each other into a variety of different configurations and positions.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2005Date of Patent: August 18, 2009Assignee: Ron Anthon OlsenInventors: Ron Anthon Olsen, Daniel E. Gerbec
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Publication number: 20090157049Abstract: A catheter assembly for infusion or aspiration of an internal body site includes a catheter comprised of a tubular sidewall extending between a proximal end and an opposing distal end, the sidewall bounding a lumen. At least one port is formed on the catheter so as to communicate with the lumen. At least one filament extends outwardly from the first catheter. The filament is configured to form a fluid pathway within a body of a patient for fluid entering or exiting the at least one port of the catheter when the catheter is implanted within the body of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2009Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: LMA NORTH AMERICA, INC.Inventors: Raymond E. Olsen, T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Marc C. Yap
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Publication number: 20090099607Abstract: A posterior vertebral stabilizer has a resilient member such as a linear spring, which operates in tension and compression. The resilient member may be kept straight by a stabilization rod extending through the spring, or by a telescoping assembly that encases the resilient member. The ends of the stabilizer are attachable to pedicles of adjacent vertebrae so that the stabilizer adds stiffness to control flexion and extension of the vertebrae. Two such stabilizers may be used, and may be connected together by a crosslink designed to limit relative rotation of the stabilizers. Thus, the stabilizers may restrict axial rotation and lateral bending between the vertebrae, while permitting stiffened flexion and extension. Such stabilizers help provide the stiffness of a healthy intervertebral disc. In the event that fusion of the joint becomes necessary, a set screw or other component may be used to further restrict flexion and extension.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2008Publication date: April 16, 2009Applicant: Stryker SpineInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Patent number: 7361196Abstract: A posterior vertebral stabilizer has a resilient member such as a linear spring, which operates in tension and compression. The resilient member may be kept straight by a stabilization rod extending through the spring, or by a telescoping assembly that encases the resilient member. The ends of the stabilizer are attachable to pedicles of adjacent vertebrae so that the stabilizer adds stiffness to control flexion and extension of the vertebrae. Two such stabilizers may be used, and may be connected together by a crosslink designed to limit relative rotation of the stabilizers. Thus, the stabilizers may restrict axial rotation and lateral bending between the vertebrae, while permitting stiffened flexion and extension. Such stabilizers help provide the stiffness of a healthy intervertebral disc. In the event that fusion of the joint becomes necessary, a set screw or other component may be used to further restrict flexion and extension.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2005Date of Patent: April 22, 2008Assignee: Stryker SpineInventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Joel Dever
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Patent number: 7326196Abstract: A catheter assembly for infusion or aspiration of an internal body site includes a catheter comprised of a tubular sidewall extending between a proximal end and an opposing distal end, the sidewall bounding a lumen. At least one port is formed on the catheter so as to communicate with the lumen. At least one filament extends outwardly from the first catheter. The filament is configured to form a fluid pathway within a body of a patient for fluid entering or exiting the at least one port of the catheter when the catheter is implanted within the body of the patient.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2002Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Assignee: Breg, Inc.Inventors: Raymond E. Olsen, T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, Marc C. Yap
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Publication number: 20070179609Abstract: The present invention provides integration between an implant system and therapeutic agent delivery system. The implant may include a prosthesis that restores biomechanical function while decreasing long-term disability and pain by replacing damaged or degenerate tissues, or a reconstructive implant such as a bone plate. The therapeutic agent delivery system may include one or more channels either permanently or reversibly attached to the implant. The channels may receive medication from an external pump via a percutaneous catheter. The channels deliver the medication to one or more medicating surfaces of the implant to treating proximate tissues.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2007Publication date: August 2, 2007Applicant: MedicineLodge, Inc.Inventors: E. Marlowe Goble, Chad W. Lewis, Daniel F. Justin, M. Mary Sinnott, Daniel E. Gerbec, Karen Mohr, T. Wade Fallin
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Patent number: 7090677Abstract: A mill guide instrument for guiding a tissue cutting tool is provided that is made up of subassemblies of a guide body and a mill guide. The guide body has a distal section dimensioned to fit into a bore in bone and a removable template with a guide surface unique to a proposed cavity shape. The mill guide is connected to the guide body and provides for controlled relative motion between the mill and the guide body. The mill guide has an attached stylus that follows the guide surface of the template. The stylus follows the template guide surface so as to constrain the path of the mill to a preferred milling path.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2003Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: Medicine Lodge, Inc.Inventors: T. Wade Fallin, Daniel E. Gerbec, John R. Pepper
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Patent number: 6902583Abstract: A tripartite attachment mechanism for a modular prosthesis comprises a body, a sleeve and a shaft. The body has a top end, a bottom end, an internal surface bounding a bore extending between the top and bottom ends, and an external prosthetic surface. The sleeve has a channel extending therethrough, an external prosthetic surface, and a protrusion having an outer surface adapted to be received in the bore. The shaft is adapted to be slidingly received in the bore and the channel. With the shaft in the bore and the channel, sliding the protrusion into the bore causes the internal surface of the bore to bias against the external surface of the protrusion and further causes the internal surface of the channel to bias against the shaft, thereby locking the body, sleeve, and stem in a fixed relative position.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2002Date of Patent: June 7, 2005Assignee: MedicineLodge, Inc.Inventors: Daniel E. Gerbec, T. Wade Fallin
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Patent number: 6887276Abstract: Modular orthopedic implants for joint reconstruction and methods of use therein are described that comprise base, body, and stem components. The base receives an articulating portion on a first end and has a connector on a second end that mates with the body and stem. The tubular body has a tissue engaging external portion, and an internal bore. The stem has an elongated shaft configured to be situated inside of a bone, and a top end having a connector. In a group of two-connection embodiments, the base mates with the body to form a first connection and the base mates with the stem to form a second connection. In a group of three connection embodiments, the stem and body also mate to form a third connection. The connections are combinations of interference fit connections such as press fits, multiple press fit and tapered fit connections.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2002Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Assignee: Medicine Lodge, IncInventors: Daniel E Gerbec, T. Wade Fallin, Daniel F. Justin