Patents by Inventor Gary W. Lowery
Gary W. Lowery 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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Surgical system and methods for stabilization and fixation of fractures, joints, and reconstructions
Patent number: 11931020Abstract: In various embodiments, a targeting guide is disclosed. The targeting guide includes a handle defining a targeting hole and a targeting tower configured to be coupled to the handle. The targeting tower defines at least a first guide hole and a second guide hole. Each of the first and second guide holes are sized and configured to receive a respective first guide pin and second guide pin therethrough. The first and second guide pins are configured to indicate alignment of a k-wire inserted through the targeting hole defined by the handle. Methods of using a targeting guide are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2020Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Robert Michael Carlo, III, George Matthew Awtrey, Gary W. Lowery, Joseph Ryan Woodard -
Publication number: 20240074800Abstract: Provided are tibia stem components of ankle replacement prosthesis that are designed to engage dense tibia bone to reduce implant migration over long term.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2023Publication date: March 7, 2024Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Gary W. LOWERY, Jesse G. MOORE
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Publication number: 20240074769Abstract: An instrument for use in cartilage removal comprises an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinal axis having a longitudinal direction. A cartilage removal portion is coupled to the elongate body at the first end. The cartilage removal portion includes a plurality of serrated blades substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and adapted for removing material while moving in the longitudinal direction. Each serrated blade has a centroid located along the longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2023Publication date: March 7, 2024Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Paul LUTTRELL, Brian Robert THOREN, Erin MULLER, Terrance W. STROHKIRCH, Gary W. LOWERY
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Publication number: 20240024001Abstract: An implant comprises a unitary body including an intramedullary portion connected to an extramedullary portion. The unitary body is configured to attach a first bone section to a second bone section. The intramedullary portion has a first longitudinal axis, and is configured for insertion into the first bone section. The intramedullary portion includes at least one first fastener aperture having an aperture axis oriented obliquely relative to the first longitudinal axis. The extramedullary portion is configured to abut a surface of the second bone section and includes at least one second fastener aperture disposed to transversely receive a bone fastener inserted in the second bone section. The extramedullary portion has a second longitudinal axis offset from, the first longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Erin MULLER, Andy J. LEITHER, David B. KAY, Bryan D. DEN HARTOG, Anthony PERERA, Priya PRASAD, Gary W. LOWERY, Joseph Ryan WOODARD
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Patent number: 11813003Abstract: An implant comprises a unitary body including an intramedullary portion connected to an extramedullary portion. The unitary body is configured to attach a first bone section to a second bone section. The intramedullary portion has a first longitudinal axis, and is configured for insertion into the first bone section. The intramedullary portion includes at least one first fastener aperture having an aperture axis oriented obliquely relative to the first longitudinal axis. The extramedullary portion is configured to abut a surface of the second bone section and includes at least one second fastener aperture disposed to transversely receive a bone fastener inserted in the second bone section. The extramedullary portion has a second longitudinal axis offset from, the first longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2020Date of Patent: November 14, 2023Assignee: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Erin Muller, Andy J. Leither, David B. Kay, Bryan D. Den Hartog, Anthony Perera, Priya Prasad, Gary W. Lowery, Joseph Ryan Woodard
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Patent number: 11766270Abstract: Various surgical devices and methods are disclosed herein. Also disclosed is multi-component prosthesis, which can be used as an ankle prosthesis. One of the disclosed surgical alignment systems includes a guide arm, a ratchet arm frame configured to be coupled slidably to the guide arm, a ratchet arm configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm frame, and a sagittal sizing guide body configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm. The sagittal sizing guide body includes a first radiopaque object disposed at a first position and a second radiopaque object disposed at a second position that is spaced apart from the first position.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2021Date of Patent: September 26, 2023Assignee: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Shawn E. McGinley, Robert M. Howles, Braham K. Dhillon, Gary W. Lowery
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Publication number: 20230013727Abstract: Disclosed are bone screw drill targeting guides and methods for using such targeting guides that are useful in surgical procedures for correcting hallux valgus deformity.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2021Publication date: January 19, 2023Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Zachary KORMAN, Paul LUTTRELL, Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Gary W. LOWERY, Peter George MANGONE
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Publication number: 20220313287Abstract: A surgical tool includes a body defining an opening sized and configured to receive a first bone portion therein, a displacement tip coupled to a first end of the body, the displacement tip sized and configured for insertion into a medullary canal of a second bone portion, and a deployable retention block configured to be transitioned from a first position to a second position. The deployable retention block is configured to maintain the first bone portion in a predetermined position when the deployable retention block is in the second position.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2022Publication date: October 6, 2022Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Erin MULLER, Terrance W. STROHKIRCH, Gary W. LOWERY
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Publication number: 20220280307Abstract: Provided are tibia stem components of ankle replacement prosthesis that are designed to engage dense tibia bone to reduce implant migration over long term.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2022Publication date: September 8, 2022Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Steven L. HADDAD, Gary W. LOWERY, Jesse G. MOORE
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SURGICAL SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR STABILIZATION AND FIXATION OF FRACTURES, JOINTS, AND RECONSTRUCTIONS
Publication number: 20220117593Abstract: In various embodiments, a targeting guide is disclosed. The targeting guide includes a handle defining a targeting hole and a targeting tower configured to be coupled to the handle. The targeting tower defines at least a first guide hole and a second guide hole. Each of the first and second guide holes are sized and configured to receive a respective first guide pin and second guide pin therethrough. The first and second guide pins are configured to indicate alignment of a k-wire inserted through the targeting hole defined by the handle. Methods of using a targeting guide are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2020Publication date: April 21, 2022Applicant: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Robert Michael CARLO, III, George Matthew AWTREY, Gary W. LOWERY, Joseph Ryan WOODARD -
Publication number: 20210361300Abstract: Various surgical devices and methods are disclosed herein. Also disclosed is multi-component prosthesis, which can be used as an ankle prosthesis. One of the disclosed surgical alignment systems includes a guide arm, a ratchet arm frame configured to be coupled slidably to the guide arm, a ratchet arm configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm frame, and a sagittal sizing guide body configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm. The sagittal sizing guide body includes a first radiopaque object disposed at a first position and a second radiopaque object disposed at a second position that is spaced apart from the first position.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2021Publication date: November 25, 2021Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.Inventors: Shawn E. McGinley, Robert M. Howles, Braham K. Dhillon, Gary W. Lowery
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Patent number: 11103257Abstract: Various surgical devices and methods are disclosed herein. Also disclosed is multi-component prosthesis, which can be used as an ankle prosthesis. One of the disclosed surgical alignment systems includes a guide arm, a ratchet arm frame configured to be coupled slidably to the guide arm, a ratchet arm configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm frame, and a sagittal sizing guide body configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm. The sagittal sizing guide body includes a first radiopaque object disposed at a first position and a second radiopaque object disposed at a second position that is spaced apart from the first position.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2018Date of Patent: August 31, 2021Assignee: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Shawn E. McGinley, Robert M. Howles, Braham K. Dhillon, Gary W. Lowery
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Publication number: 20210251639Abstract: An instrument for use in cartilage removal comprises an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinal axis having a longitudinal direction. A cartilage removal portion is coupled to the elongate body at the first end. The cartilage removal portion includes a plurality of serrated blades substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and adapted for removing material while moving in the longitudinal direction. Each serrated blade has a centroid located along the longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2021Publication date: August 19, 2021Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Paul LUTTRELL, Brian Robert THOREN, Erin MULLER, Terrance W. STROHKIRCH, Gary W. LOWERY
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Patent number: 11006967Abstract: An instrument for use in cartilage removal comprises an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinal axis having a longitudinal direction. A cartilage removal portion is coupled to the elongate body at the first end. The cartilage removal portion includes a plurality of serrated blades substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and adapted for removing material while moving in the longitudinal direction. Each serrated blade has a centroid located along the longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2018Date of Patent: May 18, 2021Assignee: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Joseph Ryan Woodard, Paul Luttrell, Brian Robert Thoren, Erin Muller, Terrance W. Strohkirch, Gary W. Lowery
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Publication number: 20210077162Abstract: An implant comprises a unitary body including an intramedullary portion connected to an extramedullary portion. The unitary body is configured to attach a first bone section to a second bone section. The intramedullary portion has a first longitudinal axis, and is configured for insertion into the first bone section. The intramedullary portion includes at least one first fastener aperture having an aperture axis oriented obliquely relative to the first longitudinal axis. The extramedullary portion is configured to abut a surface of the second bone section and includes at least one second fastener aperture disposed to transversely receive a bone fastener inserted in the second bone section. The extramedullary portion has a second longitudinal axis offset from, the first longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2020Publication date: March 18, 2021Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.Inventors: Erin MULLER, Andy J. LEITHER, David B. KAY, Bryan D. DEN HARTOG, Anthony PERERA, Priya PRASAD, Gary W. LOWERY, Joseph Ryan WOODARD
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Publication number: 20210045756Abstract: A cutting guide includes a body extending between an upper surface and a lower surface and defined by a perimeter. The cutting guide further includes a guide foot having a contact surface. A guide element is pivotably coupled to the body. A handle extends from a first end to a second end. The first end is configured to be coupled to the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2019Publication date: February 18, 2021Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.Inventors: Beniamin ZAKHARY, Gary W. LOWERY, Jerry W. WEST
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Patent number: 10881436Abstract: An implant comprises a unitary body including an intramedullary portion connected to an extramedullary portion. The unitary body is configured to attach a first bone section to a second bone section. The intramedullary portion has a first longitudinal axis, and is configured for insertion into the first bone section. The intramedullary portion includes at least one first fastener aperture having an aperture axis oriented obliquely relative to the first longitudinal axis. The extramedullary portion is configured to abut a surface of the second bone section and includes at least one second fastener aperture disposed to transversely receive a bone fastener inserted in the second bone section. The extramedullary portion has a second longitudinal axis offset from, the first longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2018Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Erin Muller, Andy J. Leither, David B. Kay, Bryan D. Den Hartog, Anthony Perera, Priya Prasad, Gary W. Lowery, Joseph Ryan Woodard
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Publication number: 20200046377Abstract: An instrument for use in cartilage removal comprises an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinal axis having a longitudinal direction. A cartilage removal portion is coupled to the elongate body at the first end. The cartilage removal portion includes a plurality of serrated blades substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and adapted for removing material while moving in the longitudinal direction. Each serrated blade has a centroid located along the longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2018Publication date: February 13, 2020Inventors: Joseph Ryan WOODARD, Paul LUTTRELL, Brian Robert THOREN, Erin MULLER, Terrance W. STROHKIRCH, Gary W. LOWERY
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Publication number: 20190125418Abstract: An implant comprises a unitary body including an intramedullary portion connected to an extramedullary portion. The unitary body is configured to attach a first bone section to a second bone section. The intramedullary portion has a first longitudinal axis, and is configured for insertion into the first bone section. The intramedullary portion includes at least one first fastener aperture having an aperture axis oriented obliquely relative to the first longitudinal axis. The extramedullary portion is configured to abut a surface of the second bone section and includes at least one second fastener aperture disposed to transversely receive a bone fastener inserted in the second bone section. The extramedullary portion has a second longitudinal axis offset from, the first longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2018Publication date: May 2, 2019Applicant: Wright Medical Technology, Inc.Inventors: Erin MULLER, Andy J. LEITHER, David B. KAY, Bryan D. DEN HARTOG, Anthony PERERA, Priya PRASAD, Gary W. LOWERY, Joseph Ryan WOODARD
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Publication number: 20190053840Abstract: Various surgical devices and methods are disclosed herein. Also disclosed is multi-component prosthesis, which can be used as an ankle prosthesis. One of the disclosed surgical alignment systems includes a guide arm, a ratchet arm frame configured to be coupled slidably to the guide arm, a ratchet arm configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm frame, and a sagittal sizing guide body configured to be coupled to the ratchet arm. The sagittal sizing guide body includes a first radiopaque object disposed at a first position and a second radiopaque object disposed at a second position that is spaced apart from the first position.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2018Publication date: February 21, 2019Inventors: Shawn E. McGinley, Robert M. Howles, Braham K. Dhillon, Gary W. Lowery