Patents by Inventor Frank Castro

Frank Castro 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).

  • Publication number: 20100324682
    Abstract: The present invention is a spinal implant that can be inserted into a surgically created cavity of one or more regions of the mammalian spine. Universal corner posts and one or more lateral universal posts are connected with a series of trapezoidal-like dividers. Embodiments of the cage can also include grips and superior and inferior plates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2009
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Publication number: 20100324685
    Abstract: The present invention is a brace or spinal implant that can be inserted into vertebra that has had a cavity surgically created therein. The trapezoidal shaped spinal implant includes an opening that allows the surgical team to view the dura mater prior to packing the implant with osteogenic substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2008
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Publication number: 20100324679
    Abstract: The present invention is a brace or spinal implant that can be inserted into vertebra that has had a cavity surgically created therein. The trapezoidal shaped spinal implant includes an opening that allows the surgical team to view the dura mater prior to packing the implant with osteogenic substances. Embodiments of the current invention can include brakes, superior and inferior plates which assist with the fixation of the implant to vertebral bone.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Publication number: 20100324678
    Abstract: The present invention is a brace or spinal implant that can be inserted into vertebra that has had a cavity surgically created therein. The trapezoidal shaped spinal implant includes an opening that allows the surgical team to view the dura mater prior to packing the implant with osteogenic substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2008
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Publication number: 20100324681
    Abstract: The present invention is a spinal implant that can be inserted into a surgically created cavity of one or more regions of the mammalian spine. Universal corner posts and one or more lateral universal posts are connected with a series of trapezoidal wedge-like dividers. The series of dividers includes a generally horizontal divider, a first set of dividers diverging away from the horizontal and a second set of dividers diverging away from the horizontal. Embodiments of the current cage can further include brakes, bars and superior and inferior plates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2009
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Publication number: 20100305701
    Abstract: The present invention is a spinal implant that can be inserted into a surgically created cavity of one or more regions of the mammalian spine. Universal corner posts and one or more lateral universal posts are connected with a series of trapezoidal wedge-like braces. The series of braces includes a centralized brace, a first set of braces extending in a first direction away from the centralized brace and a second set of braces extending in a second direction away from the centralized brace. Embodiments of the current cage also include first and second lateral brakes and an end cap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2010
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Patent number: 7435261
    Abstract: The present invention is a brace or spinal implant that can be inserted into vertebra that has had a cavity surgically created therein. The trapezoidal shaped spinal implant includes an opening that allows the surgical team to view the dura mater prior to packing the implant with osteogenic substances.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2008
    Inventor: Frank Castro
  • Publication number: 20060241611
    Abstract: A modular cervical spine implant system is described. Modularity will allow for easier insertion and greater stabilization of the cervical spine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2005
    Publication date: October 26, 2006
    Inventor: Frank Castro