Patents by Inventor Nicholas Michael Cordaro

Nicholas Michael Cordaro 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: 11672998
    Abstract: Encased magnetic bone growth stimulating devices and methods of use are provided herein. An example device includes a magnet and a biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet. The biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet further comprises a means for releasably coupling with the medical implant and a means for coupling the enclosing means to an implantable medical device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Inventors: Robert A Compton, Nicholas Michael Cordaro, Robert Alex Hirschl
  • Publication number: 20210307910
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having modulus of elasticity similar to that of said bone. In one embodiment, further disclosed herein is a method of treating injuries or diseases affecting bones or muscles comprising providing an orthopedic implant device, wherein the orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having a modulus of elasticity similar to that of bone, and using the orthopedic implant device to treat injuries and diseases affecting bones and muscles in a mammal. In another embodiment, disclosed herein is a method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant device using an additive manufacturing (AM) method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2021
    Publication date: October 7, 2021
    Applicant: HT Medical, LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20210170187
    Abstract: Encased magnetic bone growth stimulating devices and methods of use are provided herein. An example device includes a magnet and a biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet. The biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet further comprises a means for releasably coupling with the medical implant and a means for coupling the enclosing means to an implantable medical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2020
    Publication date: June 10, 2021
    Inventors: Robert A. Compton, Nicholas Michael Cordaro, Robert Alex Hirschl
  • Patent number: 10898333
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having modulus of elasticity similar to that of said bone. Further disclosed herein is a method of treating injuries or diseases affecting bones or muscles comprising providing an orthopedic implant device, wherein the orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having a modulus of elasticity similar to that of bone, and using the orthopedic implant device to treat injuries and diseases affecting bones and muscles in a mammal. Further disclosed herein is a method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant device using an additive manufacturing method comprising the steps: (a) providing a 3-dimensional model of the orthopedic implant device; (b) inputting the 3-dimensional model to an additive manufacturing device; and (c) using the additive manufacturing device to manufacture the orthopedic implant device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2021
    Assignee: HT MEDICAL LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Patent number: 10780290
    Abstract: Encased magnetic bone growth stimulating devices and methods of use are provided herein. An example device includes a magnet and a biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet. The biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet further comprises a means for releasably coupling with the medical implant and a means for coupling the enclosing means to an implantable medical device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Inventors: Robert A Compton, Nicholas Michael Cordaro, Robert Alex Hirschl
  • Patent number: 10117746
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having modulus of elasticity similar to that of said bone. In one embodiment, further disclosed herein is a method of treating injuries or diseases affecting bones or muscles comprising providing an orthopedic implant device, wherein the orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having a modulus of elasticity similar to that of bone, and using the orthopedic implant device to treat injuries and diseases affecting bones and muscles in a mammal. In another embodiment, disclosed herein is a method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant device using an additive manufacturing (AM) method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2018
    Assignee: HT Medical, LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20180310970
    Abstract: The presented device is an orthopedic spinal cage that is inserted from an anteriorly aspect into a patient's intervertebral disc space. The device includes a cage to maintain vertebral separation and allow for fusion. Threaded screws allow for a matting and lag feature to prevent screw back out, provide a tactile event once fully inserted, and then to provide a stepped feature for reliable screw removal with minimal axial force. These features may be adapted to any orthopedic or other application requiring the thread screw features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2017
    Publication date: November 1, 2018
    Applicant: Additive Innovations, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Michael Cordaro, Robert Compton
  • Publication number: 20180117350
    Abstract: Encased magnetic bone growth stimulating devices and methods of use are provided herein. An example device includes a magnet and a biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet. The biocompatible means for enclosing the magnet further comprises a means for releasably coupling with the medical implant and a means for coupling the enclosing means to an implantable medical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2017
    Publication date: May 3, 2018
    Inventors: Robert A Compton, Nicholas Michael Cordaro, Robert Alex Hirschl
  • Patent number: 9872716
    Abstract: An articulating surgical rod bender assembly includes first and second support members pivotably connected at an interface, a first drive wheel rotatably attached to the first support member, a second drive wheel rotatably attached to the first support member and coupled with the first drive wheel, and means for rotating the first drive wheel so that rotation of the first drive wheel causes rotation of the second drive wheel to advance a surgical rod through the assembly. The assembly also includes a guide element selectively positionable so that a surgical rod positioned with a first side contacting the first drive wheel, an opposing second side contacting the second drive wheel, and one of the first and second sides contacting the guide element is bent to a desired curvature or radius of curvature by the guide element and the first and/or second drive wheels as is passes through the assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Assignee: Innovasis Development Partners, LLC
    Inventors: Nicholas Michael Cordaro, David Gabriel Malmberg
  • Publication number: 20170296239
    Abstract: This device is intended for orthopedic applications, particularly to treat a pars interarticularis fracture. The device is highly specialized to treat a common pars fracture with a uniquely contoured device that stabilizes the inferior fractured element with a generally conforming and non-linear hooked surface then transcribing the pars fracture to rigidly attach to the cortical bone between the facet and pedicle bones while applying compression across the fraction for fracture healing and stabilization.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2016
    Publication date: October 19, 2017
    Applicant: Additive Innovations, LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20170239064
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having modulus of elasticity similar to that of said bone. Further disclosed herein is a method of treating injuries or diseases affecting bones or muscles comprising providing an orthopedic implant device, wherein the orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having a modulus of elasticity similar to that of bone, and using the orthopedic implant device to treat injuries and diseases affecting bones and muscles in a mammal. Further disclosed herein is a method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant device using an additive manufacturing method comprising the steps: (a) providing a 3-dimensional model of the orthopedic implant device; (b) inputting the 3-dimensional model to an additive manufacturing device; and (c) using the additive manufacturing device to manufacture the orthopedic implant device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 24, 2017
    Applicant: Additive Innovations, LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20170216036
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having modulus of elasticity similar to that of said bone. In one embodiment, further disclosed herein is a method of treating injuries or diseases affecting bones or muscles comprising providing an orthopedic implant device, wherein the orthopedic implant device comprising a porous structure, approximating the shape of a bone, and having a modulus of elasticity similar to that of bone, and using the orthopedic implant device to treat injuries and diseases affecting bones and muscles in a mammal. In another embodiment, disclosed herein is a method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant device using an additive manufacturing (AM) method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2017
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Applicant: Additive Innovations, LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20160089195
    Abstract: An articulating surgical rod bender assembly includes first and second support members pivotably connected at an interface, a first drive wheel rotatably attached to the first support member, a second drive wheel rotatably attached to the first support member and coupled with the first drive wheel, and means for rotating the first drive wheel so that rotation of the first drive wheel causes rotation of the second drive wheel to advance a surgical rod through the assembly. The assembly also includes a guide element selectively positionable so that a surgical rod positioned with a first side contacting the first drive wheel, an opposing second side contacting the second drive wheel, and one of the first and second sides contacting the guide element is bent to a desired curvature or radius of curvature by the guide element and the first and/or second drive wheels as is passes through the assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2015
    Publication date: March 31, 2016
    Inventors: Nicholas Michael Cordaro, David Gabriel Malmberg
  • Publication number: 20120245698
    Abstract: A prosthesis may include a stem, an adaptor and a head. The stem may include a longitudinal axis. The adaptor may include a first taper having a first taper axis of symmetry. The head may be rotatably supported by the adaptor and may include a semispherical articulating surface defined by a central axis of symmetry that is angled relative to the first taper axis of symmetry. The head may be coupled to the first taper and may be positionable relative to the stem through relative rotation between the head and the stem about the first taper axis of symmetry to adjust a radial offset of the head relative to the longitudinal axis of the stem. The head may be adapted to be received in a glenoid cavity of a scapula.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Publication date: September 27, 2012
    Applicant: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.
    Inventors: Kevin T. Stone, Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20110035015
    Abstract: The present teachings are directed to a modular shoulder prosthesis having an adjustable radial offset and/or angular inclination provided by relative rotation of an adapter interdisposed between the stem and the head. In one example, a shoulder prosthesis comprises a stem having a first longitudinal axis. The shoulder prosthesis can also include an adaptor including a first taper. The first taper can have a first taper axis. The shoulder prosthesis can include a head rotatably supported by the adaptor. The head can have a semi-spherical articulating surface. The head can be coupled to the first taper and can be positionable relative to the stem through rotation of the adaptor about the first taper axis for adjusting an offset of the head relative to the longitudinal axis of the stem.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Applicant: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.
    Inventors: Kevin T. Stone, Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Patent number: 6942699
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a modular shoulder prosthesis having an adjustable radial offset and/or angular inclination provided by relative rotation of an adapter interdisposed between the stem and the head. Specifically, the interface configuration between the stem and the adapter, as well as between the adapter and the head are designed such that relative positioning of these components provides a continuous adjustment in the radial offset and/or angular inclination. Indicia are provided at the interface between the adapter and the head to precisely determine the magnitude and direction of the adjustment being made.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2005
    Assignee: Biomet, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin T. Stone, Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Patent number: 6783549
    Abstract: A two piece humeral component for use in shoulder arthroplasty which is adapted to be implanted into a humerus and engaged by a glenoid component of a scapula. The humeral component includes a body having a first articulating surface and a second medial surface opposite the first articulating surface. The first articulating surface is adapted to be engaged by the glenoid component and the second medial surface is adapted to be secured to mounting portion. The mounting portion has a first surface and a second medial surface. The first surface is adapted to be fixably engaged to the second mounting portion of the humeral component. The second medial surface is adapted to be secured to the humerus. A peg which has a first end adapted to engage a cavity found in the humerus is disposed on the mounting portion's second medial surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2004
    Assignee: Biomet, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Thomas Stone, Nicholas Michael Cordaro
  • Publication number: 20030028253
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a modular shoulder prosthesis having an adjustable radial offset and/or angular inclination provided by relative rotation of an adapter interdisposed between the stem and the head. Specifically, the interface configuration between the stem and the adapter, as well as between the adapter and the head are designed such that relative positioning of these components provides a continuous adjustment in the radial offset and/or angular inclination. Indicia are provided at the interface between the adapter and the head to precisely determine the magnitude and direction of the adjustment being made.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2002
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Inventors: Kevin T. Stone, Nicholas Michael Cordaro