Patents by Inventor Michael Carl Michielli
Michael Carl Michielli 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).
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Patent number: 9179926Abstract: Methods and devices that utilize segmental fixation between several adjacent vertebrae, thus allowing each vertebrae to be adjusted independently, are provided. In general, the device includes a spinal anchoring element that is adapted to seat at least one spinal fixation element, and a closure mechanism that is adapted to mate to the spinal anchoring element to lock the at least one spinal fixation element in a fixed position relative to the spinal anchoring element.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2011Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Steven Ludwig, David Greg Anderson, Michael Carl Michielli, Philip Cormier, Nicholas J. Miller
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Patent number: 8623020Abstract: Implantable vertebral staples and tools for use with the same are provided. In general, an exemplary vertebral staple according to the present invention includes a staple body having at least one long spike formed thereon for allowing rotation of the body when the long spike is partially inserted in bone. The staple body can also include one or more short spikes formed thereon and adapted to prevent rotation of the body when the long and short spikes are fully inserted into bone. The present invention also provides an inserter tool that can be used to implant the vertebral staple, and also a drill guide that can be used, preferably in combination with the inserter tool, to drill holes through the bone in alignment with one or more holes formed in the vertebral staple.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2010Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Huan Kim, Michael Carl Michielli, Amie Borgstrom
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Patent number: 8372119Abstract: An implantable spinal cross connector is provided for connecting one or more spinal fixation devices, and more preferably for connecting two spinal fixation rods that are implanted within a patient's spinal system. In general, an exemplary cross connector in accordance with the present invention includes an elongate body with at least one rod-receiving recess formed therein, and a locking mechanism that is adapted to couple to the elongate body and that is effective to lock a spinal fixation rod within the rod-receiving recess(es). The present invention also provides an inserter tool to facilitate implanting a spinal implant or device, such as a spinal cross connector.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2008Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Huan Kim, Michael Carl Michielli
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Publication number: 20120022599Abstract: Methods and devices that utilize segmental fixation between several adjacent vertebrae, thus allowing each vertebrae to be adjusted independently, are provided. In general, the device includes a spinal anchoring element that is adapted to seat at least one spinal fixation element, and a closure mechanism that is adapted to mate to the spinal anchoring element to lock the at least one spinal fixation element in a fixed position relative to the spinal anchoring element.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2011Publication date: January 26, 2012Applicant: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Steven Ludwig, David Greg Anderson, Michael Carl Michielli, Philip Cormier, Nicholas J. Miller
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Patent number: 8075591Abstract: Methods and devices for implanting spinal fixation implants and devices are provided. In one embodiment, a method for implanting a spinal fixation system is provided and it includes the steps of positioning a spinal fixation element to extend along a patient's spinal column adjacent to one or more vertebrae, determining an implant site on at least one vertebra, implanting at least one spinal anchor at the implant site on at least one vertebra, and coupling the spinal fixation element to each implant.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2005Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Steven Ludwig, David Greg Anderson, Michael Carl Michielli, Philip Cormier, Nicholas J. Miller
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Publication number: 20110060338Abstract: Implantable vertebral staples and tools for use with the same are provided. In general, an exemplary vertebral staple according to the present invention includes a staple body having at least one long spike formed thereon for allowing rotation of the body when the long spike is partially inserted in bone. The staple body can also include one or more short spikes formed thereon and adapted to prevent rotation of the body when the long and short spikes are fully inserted into bone. The present invention also provides an inserter tool that can be used to implant the vertebral staple, and also a drill guide that can be used, preferably in combination with the inserter tool, to drill holes through the bone in alignment with one or more holes formed in the vertebral staple.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2010Publication date: March 10, 2011Applicant: DEPUY SPINE, INC.Inventors: Daniel Huan Kim, Michael Carl Michielli, Amie Borgstrom
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Patent number: 7883510Abstract: Implantable vertebral staples and tools for use with the same are provided. In general, an exemplary vertebral staple according to the present invention includes a staple body having at least one long spike formed thereon for allowing rotation of the body when the long spike is partially inserted in bone. The staple body can also include one or more short spikes formed thereon and adapted to prevent rotation of the body when the long and short spikes are fully inserted into bone. The present invention also provides an inserter tool that can be used to implant the vertebral staple, and also a drill guide that can be used, preferably in combination with the inserter tool, to drill holes through the bone in alignment with one or more holes formed in the vertebral staple.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2004Date of Patent: February 8, 2011Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Huan Kim, Michael Carl Michielli, Amie Borgstrom
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Patent number: 7717938Abstract: An implantable spinal cross connector is provided for connecting one or more spinal fixation devices, and more preferably for connecting two spinal fixation rods that are implanted within a patient's spinal system. In general, an exemplary cross connector in accordance with the present invention includes an elongate body with at least one rod-receiving recess formed therein, and a locking mechanism that is adapted to couple to the elongate body and that is effective to lock a spinal fixation rod within the rod-receiving recess(es). The present invention also provides an inserter tool to facilitate implanting a spinal implant or device, such as a spinal cross connector.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2004Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Daniel Huan Kim, Michael Carl Michielli
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Publication number: 20090036928Abstract: An implantable spinal cross connector is provided for connecting one or more spinal fixation devices, and more preferably for connecting two spinal fixation rods that are implanted within a patient's spinal system. In general, an exemplary cross connector in accordance with the present invention includes an elongate body with at least one rod-receiving recess formed therein, and a locking mechanism that is adapted to couple to the elongate body and that is effective to lock a spinal fixation rod within the rod-receiving recess(es). The present invention also provides an inserter tool to facilitate implanting a spinal implant or device, such as a spinal cross connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2008Publication date: February 5, 2009Applicant: DEPUY SPINE, INC.Inventors: Daniel Huan Kim, Michael Carl Michielli
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Publication number: 20080109039Abstract: Various methods and devices are provided for connecting spinal fixation elements, such as spinal rods, implanted in a patient's spinal column. In particular, various spinal cross connectors are provided for connecting to one or more spinal fixation elements implanted in a patient's spine. The cross connectors can have a variety of configurations, including a fixed or adjustable length, as well as various features that allow certain portions of the cross connectors to be angularly oriented.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2006Publication date: May 8, 2008Applicant: DEPUY SPINE, INC.Inventors: Michael Carl Michielli, Philip A. Cormier, Ernest Quintanilha, Joseph T. Stalaboin, Holly R. Brideau
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Patent number: 6997953Abstract: A medical implant device for use in spinal surgery, and more preferably for use in laminoplasty surgery is provided. The implant is a cage-like member having a generally hollow, elongate body with open ends. The implant is formed from a generally hollow, elongate body having four sides: opposed cephalad and caudal sides, and opposed posterior and anterior sides adjacent to the cephalad and caudal sides. The four sides extend along a longitudinal axis, and define an inner lumen extending between opposed first and second open ends.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2004Date of Patent: February 14, 2006Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Jae-Yoon Chung, Michael Carl Michielli
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Publication number: 20040153155Abstract: A medical implant device for use in spinal surgery, and more preferably for use in laminoplasty surgery is provided. The implant is a cage-like member having a generally hollow, elongate body with open ends. The implant is formed from a generally hollow, elongate body having four sides: opposed cephalad and caudal sides, and opposed posterior and anterior sides adjacent to the cephalad and caudal sides. The four sides extend along a longitudinal axis, and define an inner lumen extending between opposed first and second open ends.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2004Publication date: August 5, 2004Applicant: DEPUY ACROMED, INC.Inventors: Jae-Yoon Chung, Michael Carl Michielli
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Publication number: 20040064184Abstract: A medical implant device for use in spinal surgery, and more preferably for use in laminoplasty surgery is provided. The implant is a cage-like member having a generally hollow, elongate body with open ends. The implant is formed from a generally hollow, elongate body having four sides: opposed cephalad and caudal sides, and opposed posterior and anterior sides adjacent to the cephalad and caudal sides. The four sides extend along a longitudinal axis, and define an inner lumen extending between opposed first and second open ends.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2002Publication date: April 1, 2004Inventors: Jae-Yoon Chung, Michael Carl Michielli
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Patent number: 6712852Abstract: A medical implant device for use in spinal surgery, and more preferably for use in laminoplasty surgery is provided. The implant is a cage-like member having a generally hollow, elongate body with open ends. The implant is formed from a generally hollow, elongate body having four sides: opposed cephalad and caudal sides, and opposed posterior and anterior sides adjacent to the cephalad and caudal sides. The four sides extend along a longitudinal axis, and define an inner lumen extending between opposed first and second open ends.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2002Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Assignee: DePuy Spine, Inc.Inventors: Jae-Yoon Chung, Michael Carl Michielli