Abstract: A repaired tendon includes a proximal tendon section having a free end, and a distal tendon section having a free end that opposes the free end of the proximal tendon section. Four bidirectional barbed sutures are implanted in the repaired tendon for approximating the free end of the proximal tendon section with the free end of the distal tendon section. Each of the four bidirectional barbed sutures includes a proximal section having proximal barbs that engage the proximal tendon section, a distal section having distal barbs that engage the distal tendon section, and a stop located between the proximal and distal barbs that engages the approximated free ends of the proximal and distal tendon sections. The bidirectional barbed sutures have first suture bites and second suture bites that are shorter than the first suture bites.

Abstract: An apparatus for anchoring a graft segment to a fixed structure in-vivo includes a sleeve member having one or more suture channels extending axially therethrough and an axial opening extending adjacent to the one or more suture channels from a first end of the sleeve member. The apparatus further includes a plug member that is configured for mating engagement within the axial opening of the sleeve member, with such engagement compressing the one or more suture channels to frictionally secure a respective graft suture therein.

Abstract: An intramedullary rod kit for fixation of a distal radius fracture includes an intramedullary rod. The intramedullary rod includes a diaphyseal segment including at least one first mounting section configured to receive a tensioning device, a middle segment, and a joint segment including at least one second mounting section configured to receive a tine. The diaphyseal segment, the middle segment, and the joint segment define a curved configuration that is substantially similar to a curvature of the intramedullary canal of a human radius.

Abstract: A fixation plate kit for fixation of a distal radius facture includes a fixation plate and a member. The fixation plate includes an elongated plate having a distal portion and a proximal portion. The distal portion includes a first surface, a second surface extending from and forming an angle with the first surface, and at least one first opening in the first surface. The proximal portion has a length and a width and is generally curved across its width over its length. The member is configured to be mounted in the first opening, extend from the first opening, and be inserted into a radius. The member may be integrally mounted in the first opening or may be an articulating member that extends from the distal portion over multiple angles and orientations.

Abstract: A fixation plate kit for fixation of a distal radius facture includes an elongated plate and at least one tensioning device. The elongated plate is configured to be mounted to the volar surface of the distal radius and includes a distal portion and a proximal portion. The distal portion extends from and forms an angle with the proximal portion and includes at least one tine extending from the distal portion. The tensioning device is configured to pass through an opening in the elongated plate, through a channel in the radius, and to be tightenable to fix the elongated plate to the radius.

Abstract: A fixation plate kit for fixation of a distal radius facture includes a fixation plate and a member. The fixation plate includes an elongated plate having a distal portion and a proximal portion. The distal portion includes a first surface, a second surface extending from and forming an angle with the first surface, and at least one first opening in the first surface. The proximal portion has a length and a width and is generally curved across its width over its length. The member is configured to be mounted in the first opening, extend from the first opening, and be inserted into a radius. The member may be integrally mounted in the first opening or may be an articulating member that extends from the distal portion over multiple angles and orientations.

Abstract: An intramedullary rod kit for fixation of a distal radius fracture includes an intramedullary rod. The intramedullary rod includes a diaphyseal segment including at least one first mounting section configured to receive a tensioning device, a middle segment, and a joint segment including at least one second mounting section configured to receive a tine. The diaphyseal segment, the middle segment, and the joint segment define a curved configuration that is substantially similar to a curvature of the intramedullary canal of a human radius.

Abstract: The present invention provides both methods and apparatus for stable internal fixation of distal radius fractures. The apparatus includes a tined plate designed for implantation which is attached to the distal radius with the tines located in fragments of the distal radius and the methods are adapted to placed the plate in the proper position on the dorsal surface of the distal radius.

Abstract: As a surgical treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome, guidance mechanism and cutting mechanism are subcutaneously inserted in spaced-apart incisions located by well-known landmarks. The guidance mechanism is placed below the transverse carpal ligament, and the cutting mechanism is placed above it. As the cutting mechanism is advanced, it is guided by the guidance mechanism and the knife portion divides the carpal ligament.