Patents by Inventor Joseph W. Yedlicka

Joseph W. Yedlicka 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: 8480673
    Abstract: A cavity drill is provided, which is configured for use with a bone drill. The cavity drill includes a body. The bone drill has a first portion movably connected to a second portion. A third portion is movably connected to the second portion. The body is mounted with the third portion of the bone drill. A sheath extends from the third portion to a distal end. A curette is connected with the distal end of the bone drill. The curette is composed of retractable cutting tines/blades which are turned/powered by the bone drill motor. The curette tines can be used in a partially or fully deployed state and at low or high speed. The curette is designed to create cavities of varying size in a bone. The cavity drill and the bone drill may include a radiation protection guard and radiolucent portions. Methods of use are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Osteo Innovations LLC
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, Jr., Nancy S. Yedlicka, Patricia M. Till
  • Patent number: 8465491
    Abstract: A radiolucent bone drill and/or impact drill is provided, which includes a first portion connected to a second portion. The first portion defines a first axis and the second portion defines a second axis. The second axis is disposed at an angle relative to the first axis. A third portion is connected to the second portion. The third portion has a shaft extending therefrom. The shaft includes a distal end configured to engage bone. The bone drill may include a radiation protection guard mounted to the first portion. Specific drill bits, access sheaths/conduits/tube, curettes, and screwdriver bits designed to be used with the devices are provided. The bone drill may be used to place an access sheath/conduit/tube/needle into a bone in a single step. Methods of use are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Assignee: Osteo Innovations LLC
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, Jr., Nancy S. Yedlicka, Patricia M. Till
  • Publication number: 20120089195
    Abstract: A self filling autograft bone screw for stabilizing and fusing bones within a body of a patient. The self filling autograft bone screw includes an elongated body member, a lumen disposed within the elongated body member, a plurality of external threads, a cutting section, and at least one opening disposed along the length of the elongated body member. A system and method for inserting a bone screw into a bone of a patient's body includes advancing and positioning a self-filling bone screw including an elongated body member, a lumen disposed within the elongated body member, a plurality of external threads, a cutting section, and at least one opening disposed along the length of the elongated body member into a bone within a patient's body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Applicant: OSTEO INNOVATIONS, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, JR.
  • Publication number: 20110213426
    Abstract: A self filling autograft bone screw for stabilizing and fusing bones within a body of a patient. The self filling autograft bone screw includes an elongated body member, a lumen disposed within the elongated body member, a plurality of external threads, a cutting section, and at least one opening disposed along the length of the elongated body member. A system and method for inserting a bone screw into a bone of a patient's body includes advancing and positioning a self-filling bone screw including an elongated body member, a lumen disposed within the elongated body member, a plurality of external threads, a cutting section, and at least one opening disposed along the length of the elongated body member into a bone within a patient's body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2010
    Publication date: September 1, 2011
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, JR.
  • Publication number: 20110196494
    Abstract: Percutaneous interbody spine fusion devices are provided. These devices may have a number of different designs and exemplary features. One device consists of a single rotating hollow cam cage with perforations (with or without fixation anchors) and a delivery tool. Another device consists of a counter-rotating cam cage (with or without fixation anchors) and a delivery tool. A third device consists of an expanding cam with anchors and delivery tool; this device may consist of a single expanding cam or a series of expanding cams. A delivery tool is included. A fourth device consists of a spring cage; this device may be a stand-alone device, can be combined with expanding cam device, and may be incorporated into a cage. A delivery tool is included. This spring cage may or may not have fixation anchors. A fifth device consists of a random coil support device that can be used as a nuclear or spine fracture support device; a delivery tool is included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2010
    Publication date: August 11, 2011
    Applicant: Osteo Innovations LLC
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, JR.
  • Publication number: 20070282447
    Abstract: A fluid transfer device is provided, which is adapted to treat a vertebral body. The fluid transfer device includes a first cavity having a first plunger disposed therewith. The first plunger is configured to draw a first fluid into the first cavity. A second cavity has a second plunger disposed therewith. The second plunger is configured to expel a second fluid from the second cavity. An actuator is connected to the first plunger and the second plunger. A bone drill and forceps are provided, which are adapted for treating a vertebral body. A vertebral treatment system and methods of use are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, Nancy S. Yedlicka, Patricia M. Till
  • Publication number: 20070282372
    Abstract: A forceps is provided, which is adapted for treating a vertebral body. The forceps has a handle including an actuator pivotably connected therewith. A shaft extends from the handle with the proximal end being operatively engageable with the actuator. An elongated member extends through the shaft and has a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end being fixed to the handle and the distal end includes opposing arms configured to grasp. The forceps may be configured for use with a bone drill. Portions of the forceps may be radiolucent. A vertebral treatment system and methods of use are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, Nancy S. Yedlicka, Patricia M. Till
  • Publication number: 20070282344
    Abstract: A radiolucent bone drill and/or impact drill is provided, which includes a first portion connected to a second portion. The first portion defines a first axis and the second portion defines a second axis. The second axis is disposed at an angle relative to the first axis. A third portion is connected to the second portion. The third portion has a shaft extending therefrom. The shaft includes a distal end configured to engage bone. The bone drill may include a radiation protection guard mounted to the first portion. Specific drill bits, access sheaths/conduits/tube, curettes, and screwdriver bits designed to be used with the devices are provided. The bone drill may be used to place an access sheath/conduit/tube/needle into a bone in a single step. Methods of use are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, Nancy S. Yedlicka, Patricia M. Till
  • Publication number: 20070282345
    Abstract: A cavity drill is provided, which is configured for use with a bone drill. The cavity drill includes a body. The bone drill has a first portion movably connected to a second portion. A third portion is movably connected to the second portion. The body is mounted with the third portion of the bone drill. A sheath extends from the third portion to a distal end. A curette is connected with the distal end of the bone drill. The curette is composed of retractable cutting tines/blades which are turned/powered by the bone drill motor. The curette tines can be used in a partially or fully deployed state and at low or high speed. The curette is designed to create cavities of varying size in a bone. The cavity drill and the bone drill may include a radiation protection guard and radiolucent portions. Methods of use are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventors: Joseph W. Yedlicka, Robert A. Till, Nancy S. Yedlicka, Patricia M. Till