Abstract: Provided is a joint replacement with a joint socket (10) having a concave joint surface (11), and with a joint insert (20) having a concave joint surface (21) and a convex joint surface (22) which are each delimited by a peripheral edge (23, 24). The convex joint surface (22) of the joint insert (20) is designed, in the assembled state, to form a first partial joint with the concave joint surface (11) of the joint socket (10). Moreover, the concave joint surface (21) of the joint insert (20) is designed, in the assembled state, to form a second partial joint with the convex joint surface (32) of a joint head (30). The joint socket (10) and the joint insert (20) each have a securing means (12, 25, 26) for preventing dislocation of the joint replacement.

Abstract: A method of treating a distal radius fracture that produces a bone fragment at a radius shaft, including the steps of: obtaining: a) an osteosynthesis plate with a long, proximal leg and a short, distal leg; and b) a distancing element; fastening the short, distal leg to the bone fragment with the distancing element acting between the long, proximal leg and the radius shaft so that the distancing element maintains the long, proximal leg at a specific angle with respect to the radius shaft; removing the distancing element from between the long, proximal leg and the radius shaft; pressing the long, proximal leg towards the radius shaft to thereby reposition the bone fragment relative to the radius shaft; and fastening the long, proximal leg to the radius shaft.

Abstract: A bone fixation device according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes a nail extending along a longitudinal axis. The nail is provided with a transverse bore arranged along a transverse axis that intersects the longitudinal axis. The bone fixation device further includes a screw assembly received in the transverse bore, and a locking device. The locking device is configured to clasp the screw assembly to lock the screw assembly against movement along the transverse axis and against rotation about the transverse axis.

Abstract: Provided is a joint replacement with a joint socket (10) having a concave joint surface (11), and with a joint insert (20) having a concave joint surface (21) and a convex joint surface (22) which are each delimited by a peripheral edge (23, 24). The convex joint surface (22) of the joint insert (20) is designed, in the assembled state, to form a first partial joint with the concave joint surface (11) of the joint socket (10). Moreover, the concave joint surface (21) of the joint insert (20) is designed, in the assembled state, to form a second partial joint with the convex joint surface (32) of a joint head (30). The joint socket (10) and the joint insert (20) each have a securing means (12, 25, 26) for preventing dislocation of the joint replacement.

Abstract: A bone fixation device according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes a nail extending along a longitudinal axis. The nail is provided with a transverse bore arranged along a transverse axis that intersects the longitudinal axis. The bone fixation device further includes a screw assembly received in the transverse bore, and a locking device. The locking device is configured to clasp the screw assembly to lock the screw assembly against movement along the transverse axis and against rotation about the transverse axis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination for the treatment of osteoporosis and/or the prophylaxis and treatment of bone fractures, said combination comprising collagen, an additional peptide, a calcium-containing substance and a wetting agent with a terminally functionalized oligolactone. The invention also relates to artificial bones and implants produced by the combination and to the use of said combination for fixing implants and treating osteoporosis and/or the prophylaxis and treatment of bone fractures. The invention further relates to a method for producing artificial bones and implants.

Abstract: Locking mechanism for a broken or fractured bone, comprising a medulla nail with a proximal portion which may incorporate perforations and a distal portion, and at least one locking aid, characterized in that the distal portion has a surface structure which is designed so that the bone can be stabilized by means of the medulla nail due to the at least one locking aid acting on the surface structure of the nail through the bone from outside, preferably preventing it from rotating and/or being subjected to axial stress.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fixation device for bones, consisting of all implant (1; 11), having at least one through hole (2; 12), to be fastened to the bone, and of at least one bone screw (3; 13) to be fastened in said through hole (2; 12), fastening elements (5; 15) being arranged in the through hole (2; 12) and at the top end of the bone screw (3; 13) and engaging with each other. In order to allow various angular positions of the bone screw (3; 13) relative to the implant (1; 11) without cold welding, interlocking earns (6, 7; 16, 17) are arranged on the associated surfaces of the through hole (2; 12) and the bone screw (3; 13) as the fastening elements (5; 15).

Abstract: The invention relates to a prosthesis for replacing a joint connection, wherein like magnetic fields from the condyle 10, socket 12 and joint collar 14 overlap in such a way that the repulsive forces generate a suspended state of the condyle 10 in the bearing and the damping effect is maximized. The invention is also directed to a method for replacing a bone junction in a mammal, wherein the prosthesis is fastened to the articular bone and repulsive forces generate a levitated state of the condyle 10 under load.

Abstract: The invention relates to a repositioning device for the handling of distal radius fractures by means of a T-shaped osteosynthesis plate, comprising a long leg and a short leg, disposed in a T-shaped and angular manner in relation to said long leg, wherein the short, distal leg has a face that comes into contact with the distal fracture fragment and a number of openings for bone screws and the long, proximal leg is intended for making contact with the proximal bone near the body. To improve the repositioning device in such a way that the required tilting of the articulated face in the palmar direction of the osteosynthesis plate used can be carried out in an angularly faithful manner, the lower face (14) of the long, proximal leg (13) of the T-shaped plate (7) that is facing the proximal bone or radial shall (11) is provided with a spacer (15), in order to keep the long leg (13) at a certain angle (?) in relation to the proximal bone (11) near the body.

Abstract: An implant for insertion between a pair of spaced vertebrae has two interfitted parts relatively shiftable along an axis and having outer ends turned axially away from each other and each formed with an axially outwardly directed part-spherical convex surface. Formations such as a screwthread engaged between the parts can axially shift them relative to each other and lock their axial positions relative to each other. Respective L-shaped mounting brackets each have one leg extending transversely across the axis and formed with a part-spherical concave seat complementary to and fitting with a respective one of the part outer ends and another leg extending generally axially outward. The brackets are adapted to be fitted to the vertebrae. Fasteners secure each of the other legs to the respective vertebra.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fixation device for bones, consisting of all implant (1; 11), having at least one through hole (2; 12), to be fastened to the bone, and of at least one bone screw (3; 13) to be fastened in said through hole (2; 12), fastening elements (5; 15) being arranged in the through hole (2; 12) and at the top end of the bone screw (3; 13) and engaging with each other. In order to allow various angular positions of the bone screw (3; 13) relative to the implant (1; 11) without cold welding, interlocking earns (6, 7; 16, 17) are arranged on the associated surfaces of the through hole (2; 12) and the bone screw (3; 13) as the fastening elements (5; 15).

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for the minimally invasive treatment of a bone fracture, especially of a proximal humeral or femoral fracture. The inventive system has an osteosynthesis plate having a supporting section in the cortical substance and an additional fastening section on the bone. A second linking section of the guide element and the shaft of the fixing element are configured as an axially displaceable anti-tilt slide bearing. The system has at least one anti-twist screw in the supporting section for preventing the detached bone fragment from rotation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination for the treatment of osteoporosis and/or the prophylaxis and treatment of bone fractures, said combination comprising collagen, an additional peptide, a calcium-containing substance and a wetting agent with a terminally functionalized oligolactone. The invention also relates to artificial bones and implants produced by the combination and to the use of said combination for fixing implants and treating osteoporosis and/or the prophylaxis and treatment of bone fractures. The invention further relates to a method for producing artificial bones and implants.

Abstract: The invention relates to a prosthesis for replacing a joint connection, wherein like magnetic fields from the condyle 10, socket 12 and joint collar 14 overlap in such a way that the repulsive forces generate a suspended state of the condyle 10 in the bearing and the damping effect is maximized. The invention is also directed to a method for replacing a bone junction in a mammal, wherein the prosthesis is fastened to the articular bone and repulsive forces generate a levitated state of the condyle 10 under load.

Abstract: Locking mechanism for a broken or fractured bone, comprising a medulla nail with a proximal portion which may incorporate perforations and a distal portion, and at least one locking aid, characterised in that the distal portion has a surface structure which is designed so that the bone can be stabilised by means of the medulla nail due to the at least one locking aid acting on the surface structure of the nail through the bone from outside, preferably preventing it from rotating and/or being subjected to axial stress.

Abstract: A dressing for treating wounds, especially chronic wounds, includes a liquid-absorbing wound pad. A reservoir for receiving liquid is located on the side of the wound pad facing away from the body. The wound pad is connected to the reservoir via valves and/or a semi-permeable membrane so as to create a directed liquid flow from the wound pad into the reservoir.

Abstract: An implant for insertion between a pair of spaced vertebrae has two interfitted parts relatively shiftable along an axis and having outer ends turned axially away from each other and each formed with an axially outwardly directed part-spherical convex surface. Formations such as a screwthread engaged between the parts can axially shift them relative to each other and lock their axial positions relative to each other. Respective L-shaped mounting brackets each have one leg extending transversely across the axis and formed with a part-spherical concave seat complementary to and fitting with a respective one of the part outer ends and another leg extending generally axially outward. The brackets are adapted to be fitted to the vertebrae. Fasteners secure each of the other legs to the respective vertebra.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for the minimally invasive treatment of a bone fracture, especially of a proximal humeral or femoral fracture. The inventive system has an osteosynthesis plate having a supporting section in the cortical substance and an additional fastening section on the bone. A second linking section of the guide element and the shaft of the fixing element are configured as an axially displaceable anti-tilt slide bearing. The system has at least one anti-twist screw in the supporting section for preventing the detached bone fragment from rotation.