Patents by Inventor Ken Hsu

Ken Hsu 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).

  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080046089
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, T. Fallin, Henry Klyce
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT HAVING DEPLOYABLE WINGS AND METHOD OF IMPLANTATION
    Publication number: 20080046085
    Abstract: An embodiment of a system in accordance with the present invention can include an implant having a spacer with a thickness and a wing, wherein a first configuration of the wing has a first height substantially similar to the thickness and wherein the wing is adapted to be selectably arranged in a second configuration such that the wing has a second height greater than the first height. A periphery of the implant has a shape generally conformal with a shape of an inner surface of a cannula and a cross-sectional diameter smaller than an inner diameter of the cannula. The cannula is inserted such that a proximal end of the cannula is arranged between the adjacent spinous processes. The implant is then urged into position between the adjacent spinous processes by way of the cannula, and subsequently arranged in a second configuration to fix the implant in position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Henry Hsu, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT HAVING A THREAD-SHAPED WING AND METHOD OF IMPLANTATION
    Publication number: 20080046086
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a spacer and a frame having a central body and a helical shaped wing extending from the central body. The frame can be positioned near about adjacent spinous processes, and can be rotated and urged so that the adjacent spinous processes pass within a groove of the wing, thereby allowing the wing to be arranged on an opposite side of the adjacent spinous processes. The spacer can then be arranged over the frame so that the spacer contacts and distracts the spinous processes, thereby limiting relative movement of the adjacent spinous processes during extension.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, Scott Yerby, John Markwart
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20080046081
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a first wing, a spacer extending from the first wing, and a distraction guide. The distraction guide is arranged in a first configuration to pierce and/or distract tissue associated with adjacent spinous processes extending from vertebrae of a targeted motion segment. The implant can be positioned between the adjacent spinous processes and once positioned, the implant can be arranged in a second configuration. When arranged in a second configuration, the distraction guide can act as a second wing. The first wing and the second wing can limit or block movement of the implant along a longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Henry Klyee, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080046088
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, T. Fallin, Henry Klyce
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT HAVING DEPLOYABLE WINGS AND METHOD OF IMPLANTATION
    Publication number: 20080045958
    Abstract: An embodiment of a system in accordance with the present invention can include an implant having a spacer with a thickness and a wing, wherein a first configuration of the wing has a first height substantially similar to the thickness and wherein the wing is adapted to be selectably arranged in a second configuration such that the wing has a second height greater than the first height. A periphery of the implant has a shape generally conformal with a shape of an inner surface of a cannula and a cross-sectional diameter smaller than an inner diameter of the cannula. The cannula is inserted such that a proximal end of the cannula is arranged between the adjacent spinous processes. The implant is then urged into position between the adjacent spinous processes by way of the cannula, and subsequently arranged in a second configuration to fix the implant in position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Henry Klyce, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080039945
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Henry Klyce
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080039858
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Henry Klyce, John Flynn
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20080039947
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a first wing, a spacer extending from the first wing, and a distraction guide. The distraction guide is arranged in a first configuration to pierce and/or distract tissue associated with adjacent spinous processes extending from vertebrae of a targeted motion segment. The implant can be positioned between the adjacent spinous processes and once positioned, the implant can be arranged in a second configuration. When arranged in a second configuration, the distraction guide can act as a second wing. The first wing and the second wing can limit or block movement of the implant along a longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • Spine distraction implant and method
    Publication number: 20080039859
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, T. Fallin, Charles Winslow, Henry Klyce, John Flynn
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080039946
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Henry Klyce, John Flynn
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080039853
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, T. Fallin, Henry Klyce
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20080033560
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a first wing, a spacer extending from the first wing, and a distraction guide. The distraction guide is arranged in a first configuration to pierce and/or distract tissue associated with adjacent spinous processes extending from vertebrae of a targeted motion segment. The implant can be positioned between the adjacent spinous processes and once positioned, the implant can be arranged in a second configuration. When arranged in a second configuration, the distraction guide can act as a second wing. The first wing and the second wing can limit or block movement of the implant along a longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20080033558
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a first wing, a spacer extending from the first wing, and a distraction guide. The distraction guide is arranged in a first configuration to pierce and/or distract tissue associated with adjacent spinous processes extending from vertebrae of a targeted motion segment. The implant can be positioned between the adjacent spinous processes and once positioned, the implant can be arranged in a second configuration. When arranged in a second configuration, the distraction guide can act as a second wing. The first wing and the second wing can limit or block movement of the implant along a longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20080033559
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a first wing, a spacer extending from the first wing, and a distraction guide. The distraction guide is arranged in a first configuration to pierce and/or distract tissue associated with adjacent spinous processes extending from vertebrae of a targeted motion segment. The implant can be positioned between the adjacent spinous processes and once positioned, the implant can be arranged in a second configuration. When arranged in a second configuration, the distraction guide can act as a second wing. The first wing and the second wing can limit or block movement of the implant along a longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080033445
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, T. Fallin, Henry Klyce
  • INTERSPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20080033553
    Abstract: Systems and method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention can includes an implant comprising a first wing, a spacer extending from the first wing, and a distraction guide. The distraction guide is arranged in a first configuration to pierce and/or distract tissue associated with adjacent spinous processes extending from vertebrae of a targeted motion segment. The implant can be positioned between the adjacent spinous processes and once positioned, the implant can be arranged in a second configuration. When arranged in a second configuration, the distraction guide can act as a second wing. The first wing and the second wing can limit or block movement of the implant along a longitudinal axis of the implant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Charles Winslow, Scott Yerby, John Flynn, Steven Mitchell, John Markwart
  • SPINE DISTRACTION IMPLANT AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080027553
    Abstract: A spine distraction implant alleviates pain associated with spinal stenosis and facet arthropathy by expanding the volume in the spine canal and/or neural foramen. The implant provides a spinal extension stop while allowing freedom of spinal flexion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2007
    Publication date: January 31, 2008
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, T. Fallin, Charles Winslow, Henry Klyce, John Flynn
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR STRENGTHENING A SPINOUS PROCESS
    Publication number: 20080027434
    Abstract: A system and method for repairing or reinforcing the spinous process. The system and method provide a procedure and surgical tools for injecting a flowable bone repair material into and optionally around the spinous process. The system and method include location of the guide over the spinous process, preparation of the spinous process for injection and injection of a flowable material into the spinous process. The system and method reinforce the spinous process, increasing the strength of the spinous process and enhancing the applicability and outcome of other surgical spinal interventions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2007
    Publication date: January 31, 2008
    Applicant: ST. FRANCIS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Steven Mitchell
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR STRENGTHENING A SPINOUS PROCESS
    Publication number: 20080027435
    Abstract: Systems, procedures and tools for repairing, or reinforcing the spinous process. The systems and procedures provide for injecting bone cement into and optionally around the spinous process. Additional reinforcing elements may be embedded in the bone cement inside or outside the spinous process. The procedures include positioning of the guide and reinforcing elements relative to a spinous process, preparation of the spinous process for injection and injection of bone cement into the spinous process. Tools are provided to facilitate the accurate injection of bone cement. The systems and procedures increase the strength of the spinous process and enhance the applicability and outcome of spinal interventions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2007
    Publication date: January 31, 2008
    Applicant: ST. FRANCIS MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: James Zucherman, Ken Hsu, Steven Mitchell, Scott Yerby