Patents by Inventor Mark A Reiley

Mark A Reiley 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: 7674293
    Abstract: Modular spinal prosthesis having one of both of adaptable and configurable components is provided. The modular spinal prosthesis described herein provides an artificial articular configuration to replace damaged, worn or otherwise removed spinal facet elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: Facet Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark K. Kuiper, David Yager, Leonard Tokish, Jr., David Michael Rosler, Mark A. Reiley, Susan L. Rogers, Christopher Ralph, Mark Charbonneau, Richard Broman, David Stinson
  • Patent number: 7641697
    Abstract: A method of installing an ankle prosthesis system provides an artificial talar joint surface and a family of talar stem components having different physical characteristics. Each talar stem component in the family is sized and configured to be attached to the artificial talar joint surface. The method selects an ankle region to be treated and analyzes the morphology of the ankle region. The method selects among the family one of the talar stem components having a desired physical characteristic based upon the analysis. The method forms a prosthesis-receiving cavity that traverses the joint between the talus and a calcaneus and installs the selected one of the talar stem components in the prosthesis-receiving cavity to prevent movement of the joint. The method attaches the artificial talar joint surface to the selected one of the talar stem components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Assignee: Inbone Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark A Reiley
  • Publication number: 20090292289
    Abstract: Systems and methods provide greater control over the placement of cement and other flowable liquids into bone.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2003
    Publication date: November 26, 2009
    Inventors: Paul Sand, Mark Reiley, Arie Scholten, Robert Scribner, Michael Reo
  • Patent number: 7608106
    Abstract: Devices and surgical methods treat various types of adult spinal pathologies, such as degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, degenerative lumbar scoliosis, and kypho-scoliosis. Various types of spinal joint replacement prostheses, surgical procedures for performing spinal joint replacements, and surgical instruments are used to perform the surgical procedures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2009
    Assignee: Archus Orthopedics, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark A Reiley
  • Patent number: 7608104
    Abstract: Cephalad and caudal vertebral facet joint prostheses and methods of use are provided. The cephalad prostheses are adapted and configured to be attached to a lamina portion of a vertebra without blocking a pedicle portion of the cephalad vertebra.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2009
    Assignee: Archus Orthopedics, Inc.
    Inventors: Hansen Yuan, Mark A. Reiley, David Stinson, Lawrence R. Jones
  • Publication number: 20090259261
    Abstract: At least one bone fixation device comprising a stem having a maximum outer diameter is inserted into the sacroiliac joint through a minimally invasive incision path sized approximately at or about the maximum outer diameter of the stem in soft tissue, into the iliac bone, across the sacroiliac joint and into the sacrum. The stem is inserted through the incision path to a position within the sacroiliac joint between the iliac bone and the sacrum, to fuse the sacroiliac joint, without invasive joint preparation, removal of cartilage, or scraping at or near the sacroiliac joint. Desirably, at least a portion of the stem includes a surface permitting bony in-growth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2008
    Publication date: October 15, 2009
    Inventor: Mark A Reiley
  • Publication number: 20090240338
    Abstract: A total ankle replacement system, novel surgical method for total ankle replacement, and novel surgical tools for performing the surgical method are described. The total ankle replacement system includes the calcaneus in fixation of a lower prosthesis body, thereby significantly increasing the amount of bone available for fixation of the lower prosthesis body and allowing the lower prosthesis body to be anchored with screws. The total ankle replacement system further includes a long tibial stem which can also be anchored into the tibia with, for example, screws, nails, anchors, or some other means of attachment. The novel surgical arthroscopic method allows introduction of ankle prostheses into the ankle joint through an exposure in the tibial tubercle. Various novel surgical instruments, such as a telescoping articulating reamer and a talo-calcaneal jig, which facilitate the novel surgical method, are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2009
    Publication date: September 24, 2009
    Applicant: INBONE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventor: Mark A. Reiley
  • Publication number: 20090182433
    Abstract: A prosthesis suited for orthopedic implantation possesses a multi-piece stem component that supports an artificial joint surface that can articulate with another artificial joint surface in various ways. The prosthesis can be assembled in a snap fit and/or interlocking fashion that provides positive locking means without the use of screws or other fasteners. The prosthesis can accommodate fitment of a plastic joint surface made, e.g., from ultra high molecular weight polyethylene. The prosthesis is well suited for use in an ankle replacement system that can be installed using minimally invasive intramedullary guidance established with respect to the major axis of the tibia by minimally invasive access through the calcaneus, through an incision in the bottom of the foot. The prosthesis makes possible the installation of a total ankle system using minimally invasive anterior access to the ankle joint for making bony cuts and to install prosthesis components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Applicant: INBONE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Louis E. Greenberg, R. Garrett Mauldin
  • Publication number: 20090177203
    Abstract: A bone re-angling device may be used in performing an osteotomy. The re-angling device may be a generally wedge-shaped body. The re-angling device maybe coupled to the bone using a fixation member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventor: Mark A. Reiley
  • Patent number: 7534246
    Abstract: A prosthesis suited for orthopedic implantation possesses a multi-piece stem component that supports an artificial joint surface that can articulate with another artificial joint surface in various ways. The prosthesis can be assembled in a snap fit and/or interlocking fashion that provides positive locking means without the use of screws or other fasteners. The prosthesis can accommodate fitment of a plastic joint surface made, e.g., from ultra high molecular weight polyethylene. The prosthesis is well suited for use in an ankle replacement system that can be installed using minimally invasive intramedullary guidance established with respect to the major axis of the tibia by minimally invasive access through the calcaneus, through an incision in the bottom of the foot. The prosthesis makes possible the installation of a total ankle system using minimally invasive anterior access to the ankle joint for making bony cuts and to install prosthesis components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Inbone Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Louis Greenberg, R. Garret Mauldin
  • Publication number: 20090105840
    Abstract: A fibular implant is provided. The implant includes a stem anchored to the fibula and a joint-body. The stem is at least partially covered with a bony-in-growth surface. The joint body includes an articulating surface for articulating with the talus. The articulating surface is polished to reduce friction in the ankle joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Publication date: April 23, 2009
    Inventor: Mark A. Reiley
  • Publication number: 20090105767
    Abstract: A subsidence protection device is provided. The subsidence protection device may be placed in either the tibia or the talus to support a portion of a total ankle prosthesis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Publication date: April 23, 2009
    Inventor: Mark A. Reiley
  • Publication number: 20090076517
    Abstract: A tool served to convey a bone filling material into a cancellous bone volume. The tool carries an expandable structure, which is sized and configured for expansion within the cancellous bone volume to condition the cancellous bone volume for receiving the bone filling material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2007
    Publication date: March 19, 2009
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Arie Scholten, Karen D. Talmadge, Robert M. Scribner
  • Publication number: 20090018585
    Abstract: Devices and surgical methods treat various types of adult spinal pathologies, such as degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, degenerative lumbar scoliosis, and kypho-scoliosis. Various types of spinal joint replacement prostheses, surgical procedures for performing spinal joint replacements, and surgical instruments are used to perform the surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2008
    Publication date: January 15, 2009
    Inventor: Mark A. Reiley
  • Publication number: 20080275505
    Abstract: Cephalad and caudal vertebral facet joint prostheses and methods of use are provided. The cephalad prostheses are adapted and configured to be attached to a lamina portion of a vertebra without blocking a pedicle portion of the cephalad vertebra.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Publication date: November 6, 2008
    Inventors: Hansen Yuan, David Stinson, Lawrence R. Jones, Mark A. Reiley
  • Publication number: 20080269796
    Abstract: An expandable device is introduced into a cancellous bone volume of a vertebral body through a percutaneous access path. The expandable device is expanded while disposed within the cancellous bone volume to create a cavity. A volume of filling material is placed within the cavity. The filling material includes a therapeutic substance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Arie Scholten, Karen D. Talmadge, Robert M. Scribner
  • Publication number: 20080269760
    Abstract: Systems and method create a cavity in cancellous bone by use of a system or kit that includes a cannula having an axis that establishes a percutaneous path leading into bone and a shaft having a distal end portion carrying an elongated loop structure or bristles capable of extension from the shaft to create a cavity forming structure. The shaft is movable relative to the axis of the cannula to move the cavity forming structure when extended within cancellous bone to form a cavity in the cancellous bone. A tool is sized for passage through the cannula. The tool is capable of dispensing a filling material into the cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Arie Scholten
  • Publication number: 20080269795
    Abstract: A vertebral body is selected for treatment. The vertebral body has a cortical wall enclosing a cancellous bone volume. The vertebral body also has at least one cortical plate that is depressed due to fracture. At least one maximum dimension for the cancellous bone volume is ascertained, and an expandable device is provided that has a predefined dimension when substantially expanded that is less than the maximum dimension. The expandable device is introduced into the vertebral body through a percutaneous access path while in an unexpanded condition. The expandable device is expanded while disposed within the cancellous bone volume from the unexpanded configuration toward the expanded configuration. An expansion barrier is provided in association with the expandable device that directs expansion of the expandable device in a desired direction to move the fractured cortical plate toward a desired anatomic position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Arie Scholten, Karen D. Talmadge, Robert M. Scribner
  • Publication number: 20080269759
    Abstract: An expandable device is introduced into a cancellous bone volume of a vertebral body through a percutaneous access path. The vertebral body has at least one cortical plate that is depressed due to fracture. The expandable device is expanded while disposed within the cancellous bone volume. An expansion barrier placed in association with the expandable device directs expansion of the expandable device in a desired direction to move the fractured cortical plate toward a desired anatomic position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventors: Mark A. Reiley, Arie Scholten, Karen D. Talmadge, Robert M. Scribner
  • Publication number: 20080249568
    Abstract: An adaptable spinal facet joint prosthesis, including a pedicle fixation element; a laminar fixation element; and a facet joint bearing surface having a location adaptable with respect at least one of the pedicle fixation element and the laminar fixation element. The invention also includes a method of implanting an adaptable spinal facet joint prosthesis including the steps of determining a desired position for a facet joint bearing surface; and attaching a prosthesis comprising a facet joint bearing surface to a pedicle portion of a vertebra and a lamina portion of a vertebra to place the facet joint bearing surface in the desired position. The invention also provides a facet joint prosthesis implant tool including a tool guide adapted to guide a vertebra cutting tool; and first and second fixation hole alignment elements extending from the saw guide. The invention also provides systems for treating spinal pathologies that include intervertebral discs in combination with spinal and facet joint prostheses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2005
    Publication date: October 9, 2008
    Inventors: Mark K. Kuiper, David Yager, Leonard Tokish, David Michael Rosler, Mark A. Reiley, Michael J. Funk, Jorge A. Ochoa, Susan L. Rogers, Christopher R. Ralph, Mark T. Charbonneau, Richard J. Broman, Thomas J. McLeer