Patents by Inventor Neil Etherington

Neil Etherington 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).

  • ARTHROPLASTY SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20220104948
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2021
    Publication date: April 7, 2022
    Inventors: Hyun BAE, Edwin SU, Brady R. SHIRLEY, Joshua A. BUTTERS, Andrew R. FAUTH, Daniel J. TRIPLETT, Neil ETHERINGTON, Nicholas SLATER, Dylan M. HUSHKA, Carlyle J. CREGER, Ephraim AKYUZ, Daniel HAYES
  • ANKLE PROSTHESIS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20220054273
    Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to ankle prostheses. In an example embodiment, the ankle prosthesis comprises an adjustable and replaceable intermediate implant that is disposed between a tibial implant and a talar implant. The intermediate implant is adjustable relative to the tibial implant and can be interlocked therewith once adjusted. Methods of using, fitting, and adjusting the device are also described. Still other embodiments are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2021
    Publication date: February 24, 2022
    Inventors: Shawn Thayer Huxel, John S. Crombie, Beat Hintermann, Andrew R. Fauth, Justin Hyer, Zachary C. Christensen, Trevor K. Lewis, Nathan O. Plowman, Neil Etherington, David Koch
  • Arthroplasty systems and methods
    Patent number: 11197763
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2021
    Assignee: ENGAGE MEDICAL HOLDINGS, LLC
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Brady R. Shirley, Joshua A. Butters, Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Neil Etherington, Nicholas Slater, Dylan M. Hushka, Carlyle J. Creger, Ephraim Akyuz, Daniel Hayes
  • Ankle fixation system
    Patent number: 11134988
    Abstract: In an example, a clamping assembly includes a longitudinal member having a first end and a second end, the second end defining a first clamp, a second clamp configured to attach to the first end of the longitudinal member and connect to a rod assembly, a clamping member including a first end, a second end defining a spherical portion, and a third clamp, where the first clamp of the longitudinal member is configured to receive the second end of the clamping member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2021
    Assignee: Zimmer, Inc.
    Inventors: Nathan Erickson, Nathan Plowman, Neil Etherington, Andrew R. Fauth, Jason W. Nascone, Robert O'Toole, Thomas Myers, Russell M. Parrott
  • Ankle prosthesis and methods of using the same
    Patent number: 11103353
    Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to ankle prostheses. In an example embodiment, the ankle prosthesis comprises an adjustable and replaceable intermediate implant that is disposed between a tibial implant and a talar implant. The intermediate implant is adjustable relative to the tibial implant and can be interlocked therewith once adjusted. Methods of using, fitting, and adjusting the device are also described. Still other embodiments are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: DT MEDTECH, LLC
    Inventors: Shawn Thayer Huxel, John S. Crombie, Beat Hintermann, Andrew R. Fauth, Justin Hyer, Zachary C. Christensen, Trevor K. Lewis, Nathan O. Plowman, Neil Etherington, David Koch
  • ANKLE FIXATION SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20200038062
    Abstract: In an example, a clamping assembly includes a longitudinal member having a first end and a second end, the second end defining a first clamp, a second clamp configured to attach to the first end of the longitudinal member and connect to a rod assembly, a clamping member including a first end, a second end defining a spherical portion, and a third clamp, where the first clamp of the longitudinal member is configured to receive the second end of the clamping member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2019
    Publication date: February 6, 2020
    Inventors: Nathan Erickson, Nathan Plowman, Neil Etherington, Andrew R. Fauth, Jason W. Nascone, Robert O'Toole, Thomas Myers, Russell M. Parrott
  • ARTHROPLASTY SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20190321187
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2019
    Publication date: October 24, 2019
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Brady R. Shirley, Joshua A. Butters, Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Neil Etherington, Nicholas Slater, Dylan M. Hushka, Carlyle J. Creger, Ephraim Akyuz, Daniel Hayes
  • Arthroplasty systems and methods
    Patent number: 10342667
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2019
    Assignee: ENGAGE MEDICAL HOLDINGS, LLC
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Brady R. Shirley, Joshua A. Butters, Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Neil Etherington, Nicholas Slater, Dylan M. Hushka, Carlyle J. Creger, Ephraim Akyuz, Daniel Hayes
  • ARTHROPLASTY SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20180161167
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2018
    Publication date: June 14, 2018
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Brady R. Shirley, Joshua A. Butters, Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Neil Etherington, Nicholas Slater, Dylan M. Hushka, Carlyle J. Creger, Ephraim Akyuz, Daniel Hayes
  • ANKLE PROSTHESIS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20180125663
    Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to ankle prostheses. In an example embodiment, the ankle prosthesis comprises an adjustable and replaceable intermediate implant that is disposed between a tibial implant and a talar implant. The intermediate implant is adjustable relative to the tibial implant and can be interlocked therewith once adjusted. Methods of using, fitting, and adjusting the device are also described. Still other embodiments are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2017
    Publication date: May 10, 2018
    Inventors: Shawn Thayer Huxel, John S. Crombie, Beat Hintermann, Andrew R. Fauth, Justin Hyer, Zachary C. Christensen, Trevor K. Lewis, Nathan O. Plowman, Neil Etherington, David Koch
  • Arthroplasty systems and methods
    Patent number: 9925051
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Assignee: ENGAGE MEDICAL HOLDINGS, LLC
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Brady R. Shirley, Joshua A. Butters, Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Neil Etherington, Nicholas Slater, Dylan M. Hushka, Carlyle J. Creger, Ephraim Akyuz, Daniel Hayes
  • ANKLE FIXATION SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20160367291
    Abstract: In an example, a clamping assembly includes a longitudinal member having a first end and a second end, the second end defining a first clamp, a second clamp configured to attach to the first end of the longitudinal member and connect to a rod assembly, a clamping member including a first end, a second end defining a spherical portion, and a third clamp, where the first clamp of the longitudinal member is configured to receive the second end of the clamping member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2016
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Inventors: Nathan Erickson, Nathan Plowman, Neil Etherington, Andrew R. Fauth, Jason W. Nascone, Robert O'Toole, Thomas Meyers, Russell M. Parrott
  • System and method for bone anchor removal
    Patent number: 8747412
    Abstract: Systems and methods for bone anchor removal include a removal guide and a removal instrument. The removal guide includes grooves for guiding the removal instrument to the anchors, and for guiding removal of the anchor. The removal instrument includes a distal working end with a grasping feature designed to engage a portion of the bone anchor and an engagement feature designed to engage the grooves of the removal guide for anchor removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Assignees: IMDS Corporation, Hyun Bae
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Neil Etherington, Carlyle Creger, Nathan Erickson, Andrew Fauth
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BONE ANCHOR REMOVAL
    Publication number: 20120239098
    Abstract: Systems and methods for bone anchor removal include a removal guide and a removal instrument. The removal guide includes grooves for guiding the removal instrument to the anchors, and for guiding removal of the anchor. The removal instrument includes a distal working end with a grasping feature designed to engage a portion of the bone anchor and an engagement feature designed to engage the grooves of the removal guide for anchor removal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Applicants: MedicineLodge, Inc. dba IMDS Co-Innovation
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Neil Etherington, Carlyle Creger, Nathan Erickson, Andrew Fauth
  • ARTHROPLASTY SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20120191204
    Abstract: Systems for joint arthroplasty include prostheses which are secured to bone with sliding anchors. Examples include unicondylar and bicondylar knee prostheses for hemi-arthroplasty and total arthroplasty. Instruments guide the anchors into proper engagement with the prosthetic components. Methods of using the prostheses and instruments are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Applicants: HYUN BAE, MEDICINELODGE, INC. DBA IMDS CO-INNOVATION
    Inventors: Hyun Bae, Edwin Su, Brady R. Shirley, Joshua A. Butters, Andrew R. Fauth, Daniel J. Triplett, Neil Etherington, Nicholas Slater, Dylan M. Hushka, Carlyle J. Creger, Ephraim Akyuz, Daniel Hayes