Patents by Inventor David T. Stinson
David T. Stinson 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: 10206786Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for lateral insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body having a tapered anterior portion and one or more apertures. The tapered anterior portion allows for concomitant distraction of soft tissue during insertion of the implant. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The fixations elements that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2015Date of Patent: February 19, 2019Assignee: Centinel Spine, LLCInventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, John J. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: 9968381Abstract: A translaminar, interspinous stabilization system is provided. The system may comprise an implantable device for placement between two adjacent vertebrae. The device may comprise an inferior section, a superior section, and a flexible midsection extending therebetween and configured to seat against the lamina between the adjacent vertebrae. A pair of lateral plates may extend from at least one of the inferior section and superior section for engaging a laminar surface of one of the vertebra. Each of the lateral plates includes an aperture for receiving a bone screw therethrough. Also provided is a bone screw for placement through at least one lateral plate for securing the device to the laminar surface of one of the vertebra.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2016Date of Patent: May 15, 2018Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Troy D. Drewry
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Patent number: 9918850Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for midline insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body and the body comprises one or more apertures. The apertures receive fixation elements, such as a screw and the like. The fixation element may comprise one or more anti-backout features, such as a split ring. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The apertures that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ. Some of the apertures may be configured to rigidly lock with the fixation elements. Moreover, the spinal implant may include features, such as one or more bores, that can accommodate imaging marks to help guide a surgeon.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2014Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: CENTINEL SPINE, LLCInventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, John Parry, John J. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: 9872776Abstract: Prostheses, systems, and methods are provided for replacement of natural facet joints between adjacent vertebrae using polyaxial attachment mechanisms for securing the prostheses to the vertebrae. A cephalad prosthesis attached to a superior adjacent vertebra replaces the inferior half of a natural facet joint. A caudal prosthesis attached to an inferior adjacent vertebra replaces the superior half of a natural facet joint. Both the cephalad and caudal prostheses are configured with artificial facet joint structures that include articulating surfaces that cooperate and form an artificial articular configuration. The polyaxial attachment mechanism permits adjustment of the position of the artificial facet joint structure along more than one axis at or after the time the cephalad or caudal prosthesis is attached to a vertebra.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2015Date of Patent: January 23, 2018Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.Inventors: Mark A Reiley, David T. Stinson, Robert M. Scribner, Leonard J. Tokish
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Publication number: 20170246009Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for midline insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body and the body comprises one or more apertures. The apertures receive fixation elements, such as a screw and the like. The fixation element may comprise one or more anti-backout features, such as a split ring. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The apertures that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ. Some of the apertures may be configured to rigidly lock with the fixation elements. Moreover, the spinal implant may include features, such as one or more bores, that can accommodate imaging marks to help guide a surgeon.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2014Publication date: August 31, 2017Applicant: CENTINEL SPINE, INC.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, John Parry, John J. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: 9592081Abstract: A system and method for stabilizing adjacent vertebral bodies that have been fused is provided. The system and method involves transversely securing the bony segments of fused vertebral bodies together. In accordance with one exemplary embodiment, translaminar screws may be employed to transfix the facet joints of one or more motion segments. The motion segment may further include the presence of a spinal fusion implant or other internal fixation device.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2015Date of Patent: March 14, 2017Assignee: CENTINEL SPINE, INC.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, Jason E. Garber
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Publication number: 20160296258Abstract: A translaminar, interspinous stabilization system is provided. The system may comprise an implantable device for placement between two adjacent vertebrae. The device may comprise an inferior section, a superior section, and a flexible midsection extending therebetween and configured to seat against the lamina between the adjacent vertebrae. A pair of lateral plates may extend from at least one of the inferior section and superior section for engaging a laminar surface of one of the vertebra. Each of the lateral plates includes an aperture for receiving a bone screw therethrough. Also provided is a bone screw for placement through at least one lateral plate for securing the device to the laminar surface of one of the vertebra.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2016Publication date: October 13, 2016Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Troy D. Drewry
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Patent number: 9370382Abstract: A translaminar, interspinous stabilization system is provided. The system may comprise an implantable device for placement between two adjacent vertebrae. The device may comprise an inferior section, a superior section, and a flexible midsection extending therebetween and configured to seat against the lamina between the adjacent vertebrae. A pair of lateral plates may extend from at least one of the inferior section and superior section for engaging a laminar surface of one of the vertebra. Each of the lateral plates includes an aperture for receiving a bone screw therethrough. Also provided is a bone screw for placement through at least one lateral plate for securing the device to the laminar surface of one of the vertebra.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2012Date of Patent: June 21, 2016Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Troy D. Drewry
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Publication number: 20160113782Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for midline insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body and the body comprises one or more apertures. The apertures receive fixation elements, such as a screw and the like. The fixation element may comprise one or more anti-backout features, such as a split ring. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The apertures that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ. Some of the apertures may be configured to rigidly lock with the fixation elements. Moreover, the spinal implant may include features, such as one or more bores, that can accommodate imaging marks to help guide a surgeon.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2014Publication date: April 28, 2016Applicant: CENTINEL SPINE, INC.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, John Parry, John J. Viscogliosi
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Publication number: 20160015528Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for lateral insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body having a tapered anterior portion and one or more apertures. The tapered anterior portion allows for concomitant distraction of soft tissue during insertion of the implant. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The fixations dements that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2015Publication date: January 21, 2016Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, John J. Viscogliosi
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Publication number: 20160008039Abstract: A system and method for stabilizing adjacent vertebral bodies that have been fused is provided. The system and method involves transversely securing the bony segments of fused vertebral bodies together. In accordance with one exemplary embodiment, translaminar screws may be employed to transfix the facet joints of one or more motion segments. The motion segment may further include the presence of a spinal fusion implant or other internal fixation device.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2015Publication date: January 14, 2016Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, Jason E. Garber
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Patent number: 9233010Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for lateral insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body having a tapered anterior portion and one or more apertures. The tapered anterior portion allows for concomitant distraction of soft tissue during insertion of the implant. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The fixations elements that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2014Date of Patent: January 12, 2016Assignee: CENTINEL SPINE, INC.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, John J. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: 9125754Abstract: An artificial disc prosthesis is provided. The prosthesis of the present invention enables spinal segment alignment by having a variable height across its surface. The variable height is achieved by an asymmetric artificial nucleus or by at least one variable height end plate.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2008Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: SYNERGY DISC REPLACEMENT, INC.Inventors: Neil Duggal, Louise Raymond, Daniel R. Baker, Robert Conta, Carly A. Thaler, David T. Stinson
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Publication number: 20150238323Abstract: Prostheses, systems, and methods are provided for replacement of natural facet joints between adjacent vertebrae using polyaxial attachment mechanisms for securing the prostheses to the vertebrae. A cephalad prosthesis attached to a superior adjacent vertebra replaces the inferior half of a natural facet joint. A caudal prosthesis attached to an inferior adjacent vertebra replaces the superior half of a natural facet joint. Both the cephalad and caudal prostheses are configured with artificial facet joint structures that include articulating surfaces that cooperate and form an artificial articular configuration. The polyaxial attachment mechanism permits adjustment of the position of the artificial facet joint structure along more than one axis at or after the time the cephalad or caudal prosthesis is attached to a vertebra.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2015Publication date: August 27, 2015Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, David T. Stinson, Robert M. Scribner, Leonard J. Tokish
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Patent number: 9078701Abstract: A system and method for stabilizing adjacent vertebral bodies that have been fused is provided. The system and method involves transversely securing the bony segments of fused vertebral bodies together. In accordance with one exemplary embodiment, translaminar screws may be employed to transfix the facet joints of one or more motion segments. The motion segment may further include the presence of a spinal fusion implant or other internal fixation device.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2010Date of Patent: July 14, 2015Assignee: CENTINEL SPINE, INC.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, Jason E. Garber
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Patent number: 9066732Abstract: Methods and apparatus for surgical treatment of vertebrae, comprising a brush-like tamp component for addressing cancellous bone and a slider component that may be distally advanced over the brush-like tamp component while both are (preferably) aligned within a working cannula providing access to a drill channel within the vertebrae. Distal advancement of the slider creates a combination of it and the brush-like component. A handle provides mechanical advantage.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2008Date of Patent: June 30, 2015Assignee: Crosstrees Medical, Inc.Inventors: Richard W. Layne, Lawrence R. Jones, David T. Stinson
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Patent number: 9056016Abstract: Prostheses, systems, and methods are provided for replacement of natural facet joints between adjacent vertebrae using polyaxial attachment mechanisms for securing the prostheses to the vertebrae. A cephalad prosthesis attached to a superior adjacent vertebra replaces the inferior half of a natural facet joint. A caudal prosthesis attached to an inferior adjacent vertebra replaces the superior half of a natural facet joint. Both the cephalad and caudal prostheses are configured with artificial facet joint structures that include articulating surfaces that cooperate and form an artificial articular configuration. The polyaxial attachment mechanism permits adjustment of the position of the artificial facet joint structure along more than one axis at or after the time the cephalad or caudal prosthesis is attached to a vertebra.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2008Date of Patent: June 16, 2015Assignee: GMEDELAWARE 2 LLCInventors: Mark A. Reiley, David T. Stinson, Robert M. Scribner, Leonard J. Tokish, Jr.
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Publication number: 20150081027Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for lateral insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body having a tapered anterior portion and one or more apertures. The tapered anterior portion allows for concomitant distraction of soft tissue during insertion of the implant. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The fixations elements that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2014Publication date: March 19, 2015Applicant: CENTINEL SPINE, INC.Inventors: JOHN S. THALGOTT, DAVID T. STINSON, JOHN J. VISCOGLIOSI
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Patent number: 8894708Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for lateral insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body having a tapered anterior portion and one or more apertures. The tapered anterior portion allows for concomitant distraction of soft tissue during insertion of the implant. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The fixations elements that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2010Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Centinal Spine, Inc.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, John J. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: 8870961Abstract: The embodiments provide a spinal implant that is configured for midline insertion into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The spinal implant may have a body and the body comprises one or more apertures. The apertures receive fixation elements, such as a screw and the like. The fixation element may comprise one or more anti-backout features, such as a split ring. In addition, at least some of the apertures are designed to permit a predetermined amount of nutation by a fixation element. The apertures that allow nutation enable the fixation element to toggle from one position to another, for example, during subsidence of the implant in situ. Some of the apertures may be configured to rigidly lock with the fixation elements. Moreover, the spinal implant may include features, such as one or more bores, that can accommodate imaging marks to help guide a surgeon.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2010Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Assignee: Centinal Spine, Inc.Inventors: John S. Thalgott, David T. Stinson, Anthony J. Fennell, John Parry, John J. Viscogliosi