Patents by Inventor Josef J. Geldwert

Josef J. Geldwert 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).

  • Patent number: 11224469
    Abstract: Implants, systems and related methods for correcting bunions are disclosed. The implants, systems and methods may include a first bone engaging implant configured to couple to a first bone, and a second bone engaging implant configured to couple to a second bone that is adjacent the first bone. The implants, systems and methods may further include a flexible cable member extending between the first and second implants that allows motion between the first and second implants but for movement of the first and second implants away from each other. The length of the cable member may draw the first bone towards the second bone and decrease an angle formed between therebetween. The cable member may be rigidly or slidably coupled to the first and second implants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: PROCEPTION MEDICAL, LLC
    Inventors: Brian Schumacher, Nicholas Slater, Josef J. Geldwert
  • Publication number: 20210393304
    Abstract: Methods and devices for correcting hallux valgus and tailor's bunion are disclosed. An implant includes a bone engaging feature on each end connected by an intermediate portion. The implant is configured to be positioned on the dorsal side of the metatarsals and stabilizes two adjacent metatarsals toward one another, thereby decreasing the intermetatarsal angle. Depending on the severity of the deformity, a single or multiple implants may be used. In addition, the implant may be used as an adjunctive device in combination with other surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2021
    Publication date: December 23, 2021
    Inventor: Josef J. GELDWERT
  • Patent number: 11103291
    Abstract: Methods and devices for correcting hallux valgus and tailor's bunion are disclosed. An implant includes a bone engaging feature on each end connected by an intermediate portion. The implant is configured to be positioned on the dorsal side of the metatarsals and stabilizes two adjacent metatarsals toward one another, thereby decreasing the intermetatarsal angle. Depending on the severity of the deformity, a single or multiple implants may be used. In addition, the implant may be used as an adjunctive device in combination with other surgical procedures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Inventor: Josef J. Geldwert
  • Publication number: 20200054374
    Abstract: Implants, systems and related methods for correcting bunions are disclosed. The implants, systems and methods may include a first bone engaging implant configured to couple to a first bone, and a second bone engaging implant configured to couple to a second bone that is adjacent the first bone. The implants, systems and methods may further include a flexible cable member extending between the first and second implants that allows motion between the first and second implants but for movement of the first and second implants away from each other. The length of the cable member may draw the first bone towards the second bone and decrease an angle formed between therebetween. The cable member may be rigidly or slidably coupled to the first and second implants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2019
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Applicant: PROCEPTION MEDICAL, LLC
    Inventors: Brian SCHUMACHER, Nicholas SLATER, Josef J. GELDWERT
  • Publication number: 20190307495
    Abstract: Methods and devices for correcting hallux valgus and tailor's bunion are disclosed. An implant includes a bone engaging feature on each end connected by an intermediate portion. The implant is configured to be positioned on the dorsal side of the metatarsals and stabilizes two adjacent metatarsals toward one another, thereby decreasing the intermetatarsal angle. Depending on the severity of the deformity, a single or multiple implants may be used. In addition, the implant may be used as an adjunctive device in combination with other surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2019
    Publication date: October 10, 2019
    Inventor: Josef J. GELDWERT
  • Patent number: 10327823
    Abstract: Methods and devices for correcting hallux valgus and tailor's bunion are disclosed. An implant includes a bone engaging feature on each end connected by an intermediate portion. The implant is configured to be positioned on the dorsal side of the metatarsals and stabilizes two adjacent metatarsals toward one another, thereby decreasing the intermetatarsal angle. Depending on the severity of the deformity, a single or multiple implants may be used. In addition, the implant may be used as an adjunctive device in combination with other surgical procedures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2019
    Inventor: Josef J. Geldwert
  • Publication number: 20170079701
    Abstract: Methods and devices for correcting hallux valgus and tailor's bunion are disclosed. An implant includes a bone engaging feature on each end connected by an intermediate portion. The implant is configured to be positioned on the dorsal side of the metatarsals and stabilizes two adjacent metatarsals toward one another, thereby decreasing the intermetatarsal angle. Depending on the severity of the deformity, a single or multiple implants may be used. In addition, the implant may be used as an adjunctive device in combination with other surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Publication date: March 23, 2017
    Inventor: JOSEF J. GELDWERT
  • Publication number: 20150119944
    Abstract: Methods and devices for correcting hallux valgus and tailor's bunion are disclosed. An implant includes a bone engaging feature on each end connected by an intermediate portion. The implant is configured to be positioned on the dorsal side of the metatarsals and stabilizes two adjacent metatarsals toward one another, thereby decreasing the intermetatarsal angle. Depending on the severity of the deformity, a single or multiple implants may be used. In addition, the implant may be used as an adjunctive device in combination with other surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Josef J. Geldwert
  • Patent number: D718026
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Premier Brands of America Inc.
    Inventors: Jean Jeewon Lee, Josef J. Geldwert