Abstract: An automated spatial frame is disclosed. The spatial frame may include a master controller unit arranged and configured as a centralized controller for exchanging data with a remote computing system, exchanging data with a plurality of automated struts, and delivering power to the automated struts. Thus arranged, the master-controller unit may be configured as a fully integrated, rechargeable power supply/controller unit for powering and controlling the automated struts. In one embodiment, the master-controller unit is coupled to an external surface of a platform. The platform acting as a conduit for coupling the master-controller unit to the automated struts. As such, at least one of the platforms provides integrated connectivity to the automated struts. In one embodiment, the struts may be wireless automated strut including a motor, a power source, and a wireless communications module for communicating with an external computing system.

Abstract: An orthopedic prosthesis (20, 100) including an implant body (22, 24, 26, 122) defining a number of suture anchor attachment locations (30, 120), and a plurality of suture anchors (40) each including one or more suture (S) extending from an anchor portion (42) that is engaged with a select one of the suture anchor attachment locations (30, 120) to selectively attach a corresponding one of the suture anchors (40) to the implant body (22, 24, 26, 122). A method of using the orthopedic prosthesis (20, 100) is also provided.

Abstract: An orthopedic prosthesis (20, 100) including an implant body (22, 24, 26, 122) defining a number of suture anchor attachment locations (30, 120), and a plurality of suture anchors (40) each including one or more suture (S) extending from an anchor portion (42) that is engaged with a select one of the suture anchor attachment locations (30, 120) to selectively attach a corresponding one of the suture anchors (40) to the implant body (22, 24, 26, 122). A method of using the orthopedic prosthesis (20, 100) is also provided.

Abstract: Devices and methods for mixing a clotting agent with other inputs such as blood, blood derived product, bone marrow, and/or bone marrow derived product to form a congealed mixture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for treating femoral fractures, wherein a polyaxial cross member is employed to accommodate a wide range of angles and anteversions/retroversions in the femur, and different securing mechanisms can also be employed to hold and retain such polyaxial cross member in place at the desired orientation.

Abstract: Systems, devices and methods are disclosed for treating fractures and other bone maladies. The systems, devices and methods may include one or both of a stabilizing structure, such as an implant, bone plate, or other device and a fastening assembly, such as a lag screw and compression screw assembly. The stabilizing structure in some embodiments has a proximal section with a transverse aperture and a cross-section that may be shaped to more accurately conform to the anatomical shape of cortical bone and to provide additional strength and robustness in its lateral portions, preferably without requiring significant additional material. The fastening assembly may be received to slide, in a controlled way, in the transverse aperture of the stabilizing structure.

Abstract: Systems, devices and methods are disclosed for treating fractures and other bone maladies. The systems, devices and methods may include one or both of a stabilizing structure, such as an implant, bone plate, or other device and a fastening assembly, such as a lag screw and compression screw assembly. The stabilizing structure in some embodiments has a proximal section with a transverse aperture and a cross-section that may be shaped to more accurately conform to the anatomical shape of cortical bone and to provide additional strength and robustness in its lateral portions, preferably without requiring significant additional material. The fastening assembly may be received to slide, in a controlled way, in the transverse aperture of the stabilizing structure.

Abstract: A locking fastener for use with a bone plate. The fastener has threads on its shank to engage bone and threads on its head to engage the internal threads of the bone plate. The threads in the head may have a constant major diameter and a tapered minor diameter that creates a radial interference fit. The threads in the head may also have a variable pitch that creates an axial interference fit. The head may have a low profile to reduce soft tissue irritation.

Abstract: Devices and methods for mixing a clotting agent with other inputs such as blood, blood derived product, bone marrow, and/or bone marrow derived product to form a congealed mixture.

Abstract: PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a perforating pin and equipment for perforation with which an accurate piercing region and piercing direction of a guiding pin can be easily specified at the neck of the femur or its surroundings and an advancing situation of the perforating pin can be confirmed when the perforating pin is pierced.

Abstract: A distal femur multiple resection guide for attachment to a distal femur having a resected anterior surface and a resected distal surface, and for guiding a cutting tool. The multiple resection guide includes a block member having a distal femoral resection contact surface for placement against the resected distal surface of the distal femur; an arm member having an anterior resection contact surface for placement against the resected anterior surface of the distal femur; an anterior bevel cut guide on the block member for guiding the cutting tool to make an anterior bevel cut on the distal femur; a posterior bevel cut guide on the block member for guiding the cutting tool to make a posterior bevel cut on the distal femur; a posterior condyle cut guide on the block member for guiding the cutting tool to make a posterior condyle cut on the distal femur; and patellar track cut guide on the arm member for guiding the cutting tool to make a patellar track cut on the distal femur.

Abstract: A compression hip screw plate for a hip screw system used to compress a proximal femur having a shaft with a lateral aspect and a neck extending from the shaft at an anteverted angle, both of which follow the anatomical contours of the proximal femur. The compression hip screw plate may include a side plate having a face side attachable to the lateral aspect of the shaft of the proximal femur; and a barrel having a first end extendable through the lateral aspect of the shaft of the proximal femur and into the neck of the proximal femur, and having a second end attached to the side plate with the first end extending away from the face side of the barrel at an anteverted angle. The compression hip screw plate may include a side plate with an anterior bow to match the natural femur.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided a trial implant and method of using same. The implant includes a modular bracket defining a structure having an internal surface adapted to be seated on the distal aspect of a resected femur bone and an external surface with a shape resembling the normal distal condyle of the femur. The bracket has an opening appointed to expose a portion of the resected bone of the femur, including guide structure for guiding a tool along a predetermined path for controlled shaping of a patellar groove in the bone exposed through the opening. Removal of any portion of the bracket or guide structure is unnecessary following the shaping steps prior to performing a trial reduction.

Abstract: An adjustable depth patella recessing guide and method for guiding a cutting tool to recess the posterior surface of a patella. The guide includes a body having a first end for engaging the posterior surface of the patella, having a second end, and having a bore extending between the first and second ends for allowing the cutting tool to pass therethrough. A depth gauge is mounted within the bore of the body for movement in a direction between the first and second ends of the body. The depth gauge includes a stop for stopping the cutting tool. A lock mechanism is provided for locking the depth gauge to the body.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided a trial implant and method of using same. The implant comprises a modular bracket defining a structure having an internal surface adapted to be seated on the distal aspect of a resected femur bone and an external surface with a shape resembling the normal distal condyle of the femur. The bracket has a elongated central opening appointed to expose the resected bone of the femur, including a pair of tracks for guiding a tool along a predetermined path for controlled shaping of a patellar groove in the bone exposed through the opening. An end mill guide cooperates with the bracket to receive another tool to form a deep recess for accommodating a posterior-stabilizing housing. After the patellar track is formed, the external surface of the bracket articulates with a proximal aspect of the tibia during interoperative trial reduction of the knee joint.

Abstract: A system for profiling an anatomic patella includes a grinding tool having a handle portion and a grinding surface operatively connected thereto. The grinding surface is a concave dome shape for forming a dome shaped surface on an anatomic patella. A guide member is connectable to the patella. The guide member guides the grinding surface of the guide tool to a predetermined medial portion of the patella to shape the patella to match an articulating surface of a femoral prosthesis.

Abstract: An article for preparing a bone to receive a distal implant includes a base having longitudinal axis, a support surface thereon, and seating surfaces for seating the base along a long axis of the bone. A pair of connected brackets are mounted on the base. A first of the brackets is axially adjustable relative to the longitudinal axis of the base and a second bracket is radially adjustable relative to the base. One of the brackets is operatively connected to the support surface and the other of the brackets includes a single point connecting mechanism for connecting a plurality of bone preparing devices to the base at a single point reference axially and radially adjustable relative to the base.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cutting guide for ostectomy of the medial and lateral tibial surface during knee surgery. The cutting guide comprises a guide block including an axial opening defined along the longitudinal axis of the tibial canal. The guide block being adapted for attachment to a tibial trial base including alignment holes for locating the proper degree of rotational alignment of the tibial trial base with respect to the longitudinal axis of the tibia to assure the proper varus-valgus orientation and anterior-posterior slope of the resected tibial surface with respect to the femur. A pair of blade slots are provided for guiding a cutting tool for making a wedge-shaped resection of the tibia to accommodate a tibial tray component having a preselected internal distal surface corresponding to that of the resected tibia.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cutting guide for ostectomy of the medial and lateral tibial surface during knee surgery. The cutting guide comprises a guide block including an axial opening defined along the longitudinal axis of the tibial canal. The guide block being adapted for attachment to a tibial trial base including alignment holes for locating the proper degree of rotational alignment of the tibial trial base with respect to the longitudinal axis of the tibia to assure the proper varus-valgus orientation and anterior-posterior slope of the resected tibial surface with respect to the femur. A pair of blade slots are provided for guiding a cutting tool for making a wedge-shaped resection of the tibia to accommodate a tibial tray component having a preselected internal distal surface corresponding to that of the resected tibia.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided a trial implant comprising a modular bracket defining a structure having an internal surface adapted to be seated on the distal aspect of a resected femur bone and an external surface with a shape resembling the normal distal condyle of the femur. The bracket has an elongated central opening appointed to expose the resected bone of the femur, including a pair of tracks for guiding a tool along a predetermined path for controlled shaping of a patellar groove in the bone exposed through the opening. An end mill guide cooperates with the bracket to receive another tool to form a deep recess for accommodating a posterior-stabilizing housing. After the recess is formed, the guide is replaced with an insert having a posterior-stabilizing housing which covers the opening of the bracket and articulates with a proximal aspect of the tibia during interoperative trial reduction of the knee joint.