Patents by Inventor EDWIN V. EAST, JR.
EDWIN V. EAST, 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: 10002546Abstract: A model for anatomical training includes a clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix formed with at least one contoured surface that simulates at least a portion of a human body. The visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix provides visible needle tracks upon needle penetration that may be fused closed upon heating the thermoplastic elastomer matrix. The model includes at least a portion of a vertebral column with a synthetic spinal sheath passing through a portion of the vertebral column, the synthetic spinal sheath providing tactile feedback upon needle penetration that simulates the tactile feedback of a needle penetrating a natural human spinal sheath.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2017Date of Patent: June 19, 2018Assignee: Biotras Holdings, LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr., Shane Funk
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Publication number: 20170263158Abstract: A model for anatomical training includes a clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix formed with at least one contoured surface that simulates at least a portion of a human body. The visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix provides visible needle tracks upon needle penetration that may be fused closed upon heating the thermoplastic elastomer matrix. The model includes at least a portion of a vertebral column with a synthetic spinal sheath passing through a portion of the vertebral column, the synthetic spinal sheath providing tactile feedback upon needle penetration that simulates the tactile feedback of a needle penetrating a natural human spinal sheath.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2017Publication date: September 14, 2017Inventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, JR.
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Patent number: 9666102Abstract: A model for anatomical training includes a visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix formed with at least one contoured surface, the contoured surface simulating at least a portion of a human body. The visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix provides visible needle tracks upon needle penetration that may be fused closed upon heating the thermoplastic elastomer matrix such that the needle tracks are no longer visible. The model includes a skeletal structure embedded within the thermoplastic elastomer matrix at the same location, relative to the contoured surface, as the corresponding skeletal structure is located in a human body, the skeletal structure producing a fluoroscopic image representative of human bone corresponding to the skeletal structure.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2016Date of Patent: May 30, 2017Assignee: BioTras Holdings, LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr.
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Patent number: 9542859Abstract: For use in training needle techniques such as spinal anesthesia and or lumbar epidural steroid injections, a spinal model includes a complete natural bone vertebral column that is embedded in a matrix of crystal clear ballistic gel. The synthetic gel does not harbor bacteria, can be reused and does not require refrigeration. Natural bone offers significantly better image contrast over radiopaque replicas. A transparent synthetic gel matrix permits observation of needle progression by both the trainee and the trainer and provides unique opportunities for coaching and intercession to prevent poor needle placement prior to its occurrence.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2016Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Assignee: BioTras Holdings, LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr.
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Patent number: 9542860Abstract: For use in training needle techniques such as spinal anesthesia and or lumbar epidural steroid injections, a spinal model includes a complete natural bone vertebral column that is embedded in a matrix of crystal clear ballistic gel. The synthetic gel does not harbor bacteria, can be reused and does not require refrigeration. Natural bone offers significantly better image contrast over radiopaque replicas. A transparent synthetic gel matrix permits observation of needle progression by both the trainee and the trainer and provides unique opportunities for coaching and intercession to prevent poor needle placement prior to its occurrence.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2016Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Assignee: BIOTRAS HOLDINGS, LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr.
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Publication number: 20160225288Abstract: A model for anatomical training includes a visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix formed with at least one contoured surface, the contoured surface simulating at least a portion of a human body. The visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix provides visible needle tracks upon needle penetration that may be fused closed upon heating the thermoplastic elastomer matrix such that the needle tracks are no longer visible. The model includes a skeletal structure embedded within the thermoplastic elastomer matrix at the same location, relative to the contoured surface, as the corresponding skeletal structure is located in a human body, the skeletal structure producing a fluoroscopic image representative of human bone corresponding to the skeletal structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2016Publication date: August 4, 2016Inventors: JOHNNY WAYNE EAST, BRANDON KNUTSON, EDWIN V. EAST, JR.
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Publication number: 20160189568Abstract: For use in training needle techniques such as spinal anesthesia and or lumbar epidural steroid injections, a spinal model includes a complete natural bone vertebral column that is embedded in a matrix of crystal clear ballistic gel. The synthetic gel does not harbor bacteria, can be reused and does not require refrigeration. Natural bone offers significantly better image contrast over radiopaque replicas. A transparent synthetic gel matrix permits observation of needle progression by both the trainee and the trainer and provides unique opportunities for coaching and intercession to prevent poor needle placement prior to its occurrence.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2016Publication date: June 30, 2016Inventors: JOHNNY WAYNE EAST, BRANDON KNUTSON, EDWIN V. EAST, JR.
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Patent number: 9378661Abstract: A model for anatomical training includes a visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix formed with at least one contoured surface, the contoured surface simulating at least a portion of a human body. The visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix provides visible needle tracks upon needle penetration that may be fused closed upon heating the thermoplastic elastomer matrix such that the needle tracks are no longer visible. The model includes a skeletal structure embedded within the thermoplastic elastomer matrix at the same location, relative to the contoured surface, as the corresponding skeletal structure is located in a human body, the skeletal structure producing a fluoroscopic image representative of human bone corresponding to the skeletal structure.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2015Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: BioTras LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr.
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Patent number: 9280915Abstract: For use in training needle techniques such as spinal anesthesia and or lumbar epidural steroid injections, a spinal model includes a complete natural bone vertebral column that is embedded in a matrix of crystal clear ballistic gel. The synthetic gel does not harbor bacteria, can be reused and does not require refrigeration. Natural bone offers significantly better image contrast over radiopaque replicas. A transparent synthetic gel matrix permits observation of needle progression by both the trainee and the trainer and provides unique opportunities for coaching and intercession to prevent poor needle placement prior to its occurrence.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2014Date of Patent: March 8, 2016Assignee: BIOTRAS LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr.
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Patent number: 9275556Abstract: For use in training needle techniques such as spinal anesthesia and or lumbar epidural steroid injections, a spinal model includes a complete natural bone vertebral column that is embedded in a matrix of crystal clear ballistic gel. The synthetic gel does not harbor bacteria, can be reused and does not require refrigeration. Natural bone offers significantly better image contrast over radiopaque replicas. A transparent synthetic gel matrix permits observation of needle progression by both the trainee and the trainer and provides unique opportunities for coaching and intercession to prevent poor needle placement prior to its occurrence.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2015Date of Patent: March 1, 2016Assignee: BIOTRAS LLCInventors: Johnny Wayne East, Brandon Knutson, Edwin V. East, Jr.
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Publication number: 20150339954Abstract: A model for anatomical training includes a visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix formed with at least one contoured surface, the contoured surface simulating at least a portion of a human body. The visibly clear thermoplastic elastomer matrix provides visible needle tracks upon needle penetration that may be fused closed upon heating the thermoplastic elastomer matrix such that the needle tracks are no longer visible. The model includes a skeletal structure embedded within the thermoplastic elastomer matrix at the same location, relative to the contoured surface, as the corresponding skeletal structure is located in a human body, the skeletal structure producing a fluoroscopic image representative of human bone corresponding to the skeletal structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2015Publication date: November 26, 2015Inventors: JOHNNY WAYNE EAST, BRANDON KNUTSON, EDWIN V. EAST, JR.