Patents by Inventor Michael E. Lancial
Michael E. Lancial 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: 11285316Abstract: A system and method for securing an implantable medical device to an anatomical feature, such as bony structures and/or soft tissues near the spine. The system includes a tissue fixation device and a tissue fixation device delivery tool. The tissue fixation device includes at least one bone or tissue anchor and a connecting element coupled thereto. The tissue fixation device optionally includes a flexible anchoring strap for engaging the implantable medical device. The bone or tissue anchor are configured to be deployed into the anatomical feature, and the connecting element is tightened to secure the implantable medical device to the anatomical feature.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2017Date of Patent: March 29, 2022Assignee: Boston Scientific Neuromodulation CorporationInventors: Ishmael Bentley, Dale Brady, Emily Daley, Michael E. Lancial, Lawrence W. Wales, Steven L. Griffith
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Patent number: 9861813Abstract: A system and method for securing an implantable medical device to an anatomical feature, such as bony structures and/or soft tissues near the spine. The system includes a tissue fixation device and a tissue fixation device delivery tool. The tissue fixation device includes at least one bone or tissue anchor and a connecting element coupled thereto. The tissue fixation device optionally includes a flexible anchoring strap for engaging the implantable medical device. The bone or tissue anchor are configured to be deployed into the anatomical feature, and the connecting element is tightened to secure the implantable medical device to the anatomical feature.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2015Date of Patent: January 9, 2018Assignee: Boston Scientific Neuromodulation CorporationInventors: Ishmael Bentley, Dale Brady, Emily Daley, Michael E. Lancial, Lawrence W. Wales, Steven L. Griffith
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Publication number: 20170189676Abstract: A system and method for securing an implantable medical device to an anatomical feature, such as bony structures and/or soft tissues near the spine. The system includes a tissue fixation device and a tissue fixation device delivery tool. The tissue fixation device includes at least one bone or tissue anchor and a connecting element coupled thereto. The tissue fixation device optionally includes a flexible anchoring strap for engaging the implantable medical device. The bone or tissue anchor are configured to be deployed into the anatomical feature, and the connecting element is tightened to secure the implantable medical device to the anatomical feature.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2017Publication date: July 6, 2017Inventors: Ishmael Bentley, Dale Brady, Emily Daley, Michael E. Lancial, Lawrence W. Wales, Steven L. Griffith
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Publication number: 20150258332Abstract: A system and method for securing an implantable medical device to an anatomical feature, such as bony structures and/or soft tissues near the spine. The system includes a tissue fixation device and a tissue fixation device delivery tool. The tissue fixation device includes at least one bone or tissue anchor and a connecting element coupled thereto. The tissue fixation device optionally includes a flexible anchoring strap for engaging the implantable medical device. The bone or tissue anchor are configured to be deployed into the anatomical feature, and the connecting element is tightened to secure the implantable medical device to the anatomical feature.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2015Publication date: September 17, 2015Inventors: Ishmael Bentley, Dale Brady, Emily Daley, Michael E. Lancial, Lawrence W. Wales, Steven L. Griffith
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Patent number: 8672973Abstract: Spinal stabilization devices for addressing back pain originating in the facet joints and the spinous processes of the vertebrae. One embodiment of the present invention includes a substantially T-shaped facet implant for insertion between the facets of two successive vertebrae after a desired amount of the articulating surfaces have been resected. The long and flat portion of the T-shaped facet implant is inserted in between the facets and then the wings of the T-shape, also called fixation tabs, are secured to the spine to secure the facet implant into place. The T-shape implant may also be a part of a spinal stabilization system that includes a facet implant, a spinous process spacer, and a flexible connecting member securing the same.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2011Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: Zimmer Spine Inc.Inventors: Robert Garryl Hudgins, Michael E. Lancial, Hugh D. Hestad
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Patent number: 8613757Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2008Date of Patent: December 24, 2013Assignee: Zimmer GmbHInventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Patent number: 8608778Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2008Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Zimmer GmbHInventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Patent number: 8523905Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2008Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Assignee: Zimmer GmbHInventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Patent number: 8518080Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2005Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Zimmer GmbHInventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Patent number: 8419774Abstract: A system for the treatment of a spine generally comprises an implant and an attachment device for securing the implant to a portion of a patient's bone. A first portion of the attachment device is sized for insertion into a hole in the bone, and a second portion of the attachment device is configured to be received in an opening of the implant. The first portion comprises a biocompatible material defined by a network of interconnected pores configured promote bone growth into the first portion.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2011Date of Patent: April 16, 2013Assignee: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: Michael E. Lancial, Hugh Hestad
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Publication number: 20110295323Abstract: The present invention is related to spinal stabilization devices. More particularly, this invention relates to devices for addressing back pain originating in the facet joints and the spinous processes of the vertebrae. One embodiment of the present invention includes a substantially T-shaped facet implant for insertion between the facets of two successive vertebrae after a desired amount of the articulating surfaces have been resected. The long and flat portion of the T-shaped facet implant is inserted in between the facets and then the wings of the T-shape, also called fixation tabs, are secured to the spine to secure the facet implant into place. The T-shape implant may also be a part of a spinal stabilization system that includes a facet implant, a spinous process spacer, and a flexible connecting member securing the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2011Publication date: December 1, 2011Applicant: ZIMMER SPINE, INC.Inventors: Robert Garryl Hudgins, Michael E. Lancial, Hugh D. Hestad
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Publication number: 20110144696Abstract: A system for the treatment of a spine generally comprises an implant and an attachment device for securing the implant to a portion of a patient's bone. A first portion of the attachment device is sized for insertion into a hole in the bone, and a second portion of the attachment device is configured to be received in an opening of the implant. The first portion comprises a biocompatible material defined by a network of interconnected pores configured promote bone growth into the first portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2011Publication date: June 16, 2011Applicant: ZIMMER SPINE, INC.Inventors: MICHAEL E. LANCIAL, HUGH HESTAD
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Patent number: 7892267Abstract: A system for the treatment of a spine generally comprises an implant and an attachment device for securing the implant to a portion of a patient's bone. A first portion of the attachment device is sized for insertion into a hole in the bone, and a second portion of the attachment device is configured to be received in an opening of the implant. The first portion comprises a biocompatible material defined by a network of interconnected pores configured promote bone growth into the first portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2007Date of Patent: February 22, 2011Assignee: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: Michael E. Lancial, Hugh Hestad
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Publication number: 20110009906Abstract: A transition connector of a vertebral stabilization system for connecting a rigid rod and a flexible cord to provide regions of rigid support and regions of dynamic support along a region of the spinal column is disclosed. A rigid rod may form one portion of the transition connector and a clam shell connector configured to receive a flexible cord may form another portion of the transition connector. The clam shell connector may be configured to be clamped around and secure the flexible cord.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2009Publication date: January 13, 2011Applicant: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: Hugh D. Hestad, Michael E. Lancial, Markus Froehlich, Mark W. Darst Rice
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Publication number: 20090318971Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2009Publication date: December 24, 2009Applicant: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Publication number: 20090228043Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2005Publication date: September 10, 2009Applicant: Zimmer GmbHInventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Publication number: 20090036986Abstract: A system for the treatment of a spine generally comprises an implant and an attachment device for securing the implant to a portion of a patient's bone. A first portion of the attachment device is sized for insertion into a hole in the bone, and a second portion of the attachment device is configured to be received in an opening of the implant. The first portion comprises a biocompatible material defined by a network of interconnected pores configured promote bone growth into the first portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2007Publication date: February 5, 2009Applicant: ZIMMER SPINE, INC.Inventors: Michael E. Lancial, Hugh Hestad
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Publication number: 20090036924Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2005Publication date: February 5, 2009Applicant: Zimmer Spine, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Publication number: 20080294195Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2008Publication date: November 27, 2008Applicant: ZIMMER SPINE, INC.Inventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial
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Publication number: 20080294196Abstract: An intervertebral stabilization system for at least three vertebrae comprising pedicle screws attachable to the vertebrae; at least one rod for the connection of at least two pedicle screws to form a rigid stiffening system; and at least one band which is capable of being pre-stressed in tension and which is surrounded in the implanted state of the stabilization system by at least one compressible pressure member arranged between two adjacent pedicle screws for the connection of the pedicle screws to form an elastic support system, wherein a common pedicle screw is associated both with the stiffening system and with the support system and the band is can be connected or is connected to the rod by means of a band attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2008Publication date: November 27, 2008Applicant: ZIMMER SPINE, INC.Inventors: Thomas Egli, Emmanuel Zylber, Michael E. Lancial