Patents by Inventor Frank T. Trautwein
Frank T. Trautwein 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: 11160585Abstract: A surgical instrument system comprises surgical instruments for use with an implantable interspinous device having at least one pair of wings for securing the implantable device to a spinous process. The instrument system may include a surgical instrument for expanding or spreading the pair of wings to accommodate the spinous process. Further, a surgical instrument may be provided for crimping or compressing the pair of wings against the spinous process for secure attachment of the device to a vertebra. The surgical instruments may be configured similar to pliers and apply force to the pair of wings within a predetermined range so as to avoid damage, weakening or breakage of the pair of wings. The surgical instrument system may also include interspinous devices of differing sizes.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2018Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Ralf Riesinger
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Patent number: 10363071Abstract: The present invention provides interspinous vertebral and lumbosacral stabilization devices, and methods of using these devices for treating spinal instability conditions. The invention includes interspinous vertebral stabilization devices adapted for placement between the spinous processes of two or more adjacent vertebrae. The invention also includes lumbar stabilization devices adapted to be placed between a lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, including the first sacral vertebra (S1), to stabilize the lumbosacral region of a patient, and method for using such devices.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2015Date of Patent: July 30, 2019Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: Gary L. Lowery, Frank T. Trautwein, Guntmar H. Eisen, Marc R. Viscogliosi
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Publication number: 20190083145Abstract: A surgical instrument system comprises surgical instruments for use with an implantable interspinous device having at least one pair of wings for securing the implantable device to a spinous process. The instrument system may include a surgical instrument for expanding or spreading the pair of wings to accommodate the spinous process. Further, a surgical instrument may be provided for crimping or compressing the pair of wings against the spinous process for secure attachment of the device to a vertebra. The surgical instruments may be configured similar to pliers and apply force to the pair of wings within a predetermined range so as to avoid damage, weakening or breakage of the pair of wings. The surgical instrument system may also include interspinous devices of differing sizes.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2018Publication date: March 21, 2019Inventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Ralf Riesinger
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Patent number: 10194956Abstract: Implantable devices are provided for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae and the lumbosacral region of a patient. The devices can comprise an interspinous flexible spacer body having a substantially U-shape comprising a superior section, inferior section, and a midsection extending therebetween. The superior and/or inferior sections can include a pair of lateral walls configured to engage a spinous process of a vertebra. Fixation caps can be provided for securing a spinous process of a vertebra to the flexible spacer body. To secure the flexible spacer body between the lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, an anchor assembly is provided. Also provided are methods of using the implantable devices to stabilize a patient's spine.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2016Date of Patent: February 5, 2019Assignee: Paradigm Spine, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Gary L. Lowery, Guntmar H. Eisen, Rudolf Bertagnoli, Marc R. Viscogliosi, David I. Biondo
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Patent number: 10070898Abstract: A surgical instrument system comprises surgical instruments for use with an implantable interspinous device having at least one pair of wings for securing the implantable device to a spinous process. The instrument system may include a surgical instrument for expanding or spreading the pair of wings to accommodate the spinous process. Further, a surgical instrument may be provided for crimping or compressing the pair of wings against the spinous process for secure attachment of the device to a vertebra. The surgical instruments may be configured similar to pliers and apply force to the pair of wings within a predetermined range so as to avoid damage, weakening or breakage of the pair of wings. The surgical instrument system may also include interspinous devices of differing sizes.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2014Date of Patent: September 11, 2018Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Ralf Riesinger
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Patent number: 9737316Abstract: A method and system are provided for preparing an interspinous space to receive an implantable device. The system may comprise a cutting tool guide having a guiding surface for directing a cutting tool therethrough and a holder for positioning the cutting tool guide relative to the interspinous space. The holder may be configured to adjustably attach to at least one of a pair of spinous processes defining the interspinous space.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2015Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: Rudolf Bertagnoli, Guntmar H. Eisen, Nina Kudielka, Frank T. Trautwein, Marc R. Viscogliosi
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Publication number: 20160331417Abstract: Implantable devices are provided for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae and the lumbosacral region of a patient. The devices can comprise an interspinous flexible spacer body having a substantially U-shape comprising a superior section, inferior section, and a midsection extending therebetween. The superior and/or inferior sections can include a pair of lateral walls configured to engage a spinous process of a vertebra. Fixation caps can be provided for securing a spinous process of a vertebra to the flexible spacer body. To secure the flexible spacer body between the lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, an anchor assembly is provided. Also provided are methods of using the implantable devices to stabilize a patient's spine.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2016Publication date: November 17, 2016Inventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Gary L. Lowery, Guntmar H. Eisen, Rudolf Bertagnoli, Marc R. Viscogliosi, David I. Biondo
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Patent number: 9402657Abstract: Implantable devices are provided for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae and the lumbosacral region of a patient. The devices can comprise an interspinous flexible spacer body having a substantially U-shape comprising a superior section, inferior section, and a midsection extending therebetween. The superior and/or inferior sections can include a pair of lateral walls configured to engage a spinous process of a vertebra. Fixation caps can be provided for securing a spinous process of a vertebra to the flexible spacer body. To secure the flexible spacer body between the lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, an anchor assembly is provided. Also provided are methods of using the implantable devices to stabilize a patient's spine.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2013Date of Patent: August 2, 2016Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Gary L. Lowery, Guntmar H. Eisen, Rudolf Bertagnoli, Marc R. Viscogliosi, David I. Biondo
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Publication number: 20160045230Abstract: The present invention provides interspinous vertebral and lumbosacral stabilization devices, and methods of using these devices for treating spinal instability conditions. The invention includes interspinous vertebral stabilization devices adapted for placement between the spinous processes of two or more adjacent vertebrae. The invention also includes lumbar stabilization devices adapted to be placed between a lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, including the first sacral vertebra (S1), to stabilize the lumbosacral region of a patient, and method for using such devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2015Publication date: February 18, 2016Inventors: Gary L. LOWERY, Frank T. TRAUTWEIN, Guntmar H. EISEN, Marc R. VISCOGLIOSI
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Patent number: 9173746Abstract: The present invention provides interspinous vertebral and lumbosacral stabilization devices, and methods of using these devices for treating spinal instability conditions. The invention includes interspinous vertebral stabilization devices adapted for placement between the spinous processes of two or more adjacent vertebrae. The invention also includes lumbar stabilization devices adapted to be placed between a lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, including the first sacral vertebra (S1), to stabilize the lumbosacral region of a patient, and method for using such devices.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2012Date of Patent: November 3, 2015Assignee: PARADIGM SPINE, LLCInventors: Gary L. Lowery, Frank T. Trautwein, Guntmar H. Eisen, Marc R. Viscogliosi
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Publication number: 20150223827Abstract: A method and system are provided for preparing an interspinous space to receive an implantable device. The system may comprise a cutting tool guide having a guiding surface for directing a cutting tool therethrough and a holder for positioning the cutting tool guide relative to the interspinous space. The holder may be configured to adjustably attach to at least one of a pair of spinous processes defining the interspinous space.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2015Publication date: August 13, 2015Inventors: Rudolf Bertagnoli, Guntmar H. Eisen, Nina Schurrer, Frank T. Trautwein, Marc R. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: 9011441Abstract: A method and system are provided for preparing an interspinous space to receive an implantable device. The system may comprise a cutting tool guide having a guiding surface for directing a cutting tool therethrough and a holder for positioning the cutting tool guide relative to the interspinous space. The holder may be configured to adjustably attach to at least one of a pair of spinous processes defining the interspinous space.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2007Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Paradigm Spine, L.L.C.Inventors: Rudolf Bertagnoli, Guntmar H. Eisen, Nina Schurrer, Frank T. Trautwein, Marc R. Viscogliosi
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Publication number: 20150005826Abstract: A surgical instrument system comprises surgical instruments for use with an implantable interspinous device having at least one pair of wings for securing the implantable device to a spinous process. The instrument system may include a surgical instrument for expanding or spreading the pair of wings to accommodate the spinous process. Further, a surgical instrument may be provided for crimping or compressing the pair of wings against the spinous process for secure attachment of the device to a vertebra. The surgical instruments may be configured similar to pliers and apply force to the pair of wings within a predetermined range so as to avoid damage, weakening or breakage of the pair of wings. The surgical instrument system may also include interspinous devices of differing sizes.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2014Publication date: January 1, 2015Inventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Ralf Riesinger
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Patent number: 8920473Abstract: A functionally dynamic stabilization unit and system for treatment of spinal instability are provided. Each unit, and collectively, the system, is configured to control flexion, extension and translation of the affected unstable vertebral area, thereby stabilizing the vertebral segments by restoring normal function. This is achieved by providing a unit and system that allow for lateral bending, axial compression, rotation, anterior segmental height adjustment, and posterior segmental height adjustment. The unit and system provide sufficient segmental stiffness, while also limiting, or controlling, the range of motion (i.e., sufficient stiffness in the neutral or active zone, while limiting or preventing motion outside of the active zone) to stabilize the vertebral segments. In use, the system mimics the natural movement of the normal spine. Furthermore, the system includes a rigid, fusion-promoting coupler configured for use in an adjacent level, or as a substitute for the functionally dynamic unit.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2007Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: Paradigm Spine, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Bernhard Holtkamp, Rudolf Bertagnoli, Markus Salvermoser, Gary L. Lowery, Guntmar H. Eisen
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Patent number: 8834482Abstract: A surgical instrument system comprises surgical instruments for use with an implantable interspinous device having at least one pair of wings for securing the implantable device to a spinous process. The instrument system may include a surgical instrument for expanding or spreading the pair of wings to accommodate the spinous process. Further, a surgical instrument may be provided for crimping or compressing the pair of wings against the spinous process for secure attachment of the device to a vertebra. The surgical instruments may be configured similar to pliers and apply force to the pair of wings within a predetermined range so as to avoid damage, weakening or breakage of the pair of wings. The surgical instrument system may also include interspinous devices of differing sizes.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2007Date of Patent: September 16, 2014Assignee: Paradigm Spine, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Ralf Riesinger
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Publication number: 20140074167Abstract: Implantable devices are provided for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae and the lumbosacral region of a patient. The devices can comprise an interspinous flexible spacer body having a substantially U-shape comprising a superior section, inferior section, and a midsection extending therebetween. The superior and/or inferior sections can include a pair of lateral walls configured to engage a spinous process of a vertebra. Fixation caps can be provided for securing a spinous process of a vertebra to the flexible spacer body. To secure the flexible spacer body between the lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, an anchor assembly is provided. Also provided are methods of using the implantable devices to stabilize a patient's spine.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2013Publication date: March 13, 2014Inventors: Frank T. TRAUTWEIN, Gary L. LOWERY, Guntmar H. EISEN, Rudolf BERTAGNOLI, Marc R. VISCOGLIOSI, David I. BIONDO
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Patent number: 8470001Abstract: A bone-anchoring device is provided. The bone-anchoring device may comprise a screw including a threaded shaft portion configured to engage bone tissue, and a head portion having a cup-shaped cavity. The device may further include a rod connector and a linking member, wherein the linking member includes a spherical head portion configured to engage the cup-shaped cavity of the head of the screw, a widened flange s configured to engage the linking member, and an elongate body extending from the widened flange portion and configured to extend through an opening in the rod connector.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2011Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Paradigm Spine, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Gary L. Lowery
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Patent number: 8470000Abstract: Implantable devices are provided for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae and the lumbosacral region of a patient. The devices can comprise an interspinous flexible spacer body having a substantially U-shape comprising a superior section, inferior section, and a midsection extending therebetween. The superior and/or inferior sections can include a pair of lateral walls configured to engage a spinous process of a vertebra. Fixation caps can be provided for securing a spinous process of a vertebra to the flexible spacer body. To secure the flexible spacer body between the lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, an anchor assembly is provided. Also provided are methods of using the implantable devices to stabilize a patient's spine.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2006Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Paradigm Spine, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Gary L. Lowery, Guntmar H. Eisen, Rudolf Bertagnoli, Marc R. Viscogliosi, David I. Biondo
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Patent number: 8439951Abstract: An implantable interlaminar-interspinous stabilization system is provided. The system may comprise a U-shaped implantable device having an inferior section, a superior section, a midsection extending therebetween, and pair of lateral walls for engaging a spinous process of a vertebra, each of the lateral walls including an aperture with a countersink for receiving a bone fastener. The system may also include a bone fastener comprising a threaded bolt and a threaded nut for securing the implantable device to the spinous processes. Insertion tools may be provided for aligning the threaded bolt and nut through the apertures of the implantable device.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2011Date of Patent: May 14, 2013Assignee: Paradigm Spine, LLCInventors: Frank T. Trautwein, Ralf Riesinger, Gary L. Lowery, Marc R. Viscogliosi
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Patent number: D786434Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2015Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: ACES Ing.-GmbHInventor: Frank T. Trautwein