Patents by Inventor Red Alinsod

Red Alinsod 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).

  • Publication number: 20180001103
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a radiofrequency treatment probe and method delivering radiofrequency for controlled heating of tissue within the vagina for the treatment of vaginal laxity. The treatment probe may include a curved, rounded disposable treatment tip that may be designed to accommodate vaginal anatomy. An electrode assembly may be coupled to the treatment tip, wherein the electrode coupled to the treatment tip may be configured to transfer radiofrequency energy through vaginal skin surface to the tissue. A temperature measuring feature may include or be coupled to the electrode assembly, wherein the electrode assembly may be configured to regulate and maintain a pre-determined skin temperature. A radiofrequency handle may be configured to connect to a disposable treatment tip. A connector may be configured to connect to the radiofrequency handle to a radiofrequency generator. A protective apparatus may be configured to protect the radiofrequency handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2015
    Publication date: January 4, 2018
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
  • Patent number: 9554885
    Abstract: Implants for the treatment of pelvic support conditions and methods of implementing the same. The implants comprise relatively soft, flexible bodies and relatively strong arms extending in predetermined orientation therefrom. Methods and devices for placing the implants minimize trauma to the pelvic floor and provide well-anchored support to pelvic organs without interfering with sexual or other bodily functions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
  • Publication number: 20160263389
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a treatment probe and method for treating overactive bladders. The treatment probe may include a curved, rounded treatment tip designed to accommodate vaginal and urethral anatomy, an electrode assembly coupled to the treatment tip, wherein the electrode coupled to the treatment tip is configured to transfer radiofrequency energy to specific vaginal and urethral structures, a temperature measuring feature coupled to the electrode assembly, wherein the temperature measuring feature coupled to the electrode assembly is configured to monitor and regulate electrode and skin temperature, a radiofrequency handle configured to connect to the treatment tip, a connector configured to connect the radiofrequency handle to a radiofrequency generator, and a protective apparatus configured to protect the radiofrequency handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2015
    Publication date: September 15, 2016
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20160263388
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a treatment probe and method for treating fecal incontinence. The treatment probe may include a straight, rounded treatment tip designed to accommodate rectal anatomy, an electrode assembly coupled to the treatment tip, wherein the electrode coupled to the treatment tip is configured to transfer radiofrequency energy to specific rectal structures, a temperature measuring feature coupled to the electrode assembly, wherein the temperature measuring feature coupled to the electrode assembly is configured to monitor and regulate electrode and skin temperature, a radiofrequency handle configured to connect to the treatment tip, a connector configured to connect the radiofrequency handle to a radiofrequency generator, and a protective apparatus configured to protect the radiofrequency handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2015
    Publication date: September 15, 2016
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20160263387
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a radiofrequency treatment probe and method delivering radiofrequency for controlled heating of tissue within the vagina for the treatment of vaginal laxity. The treatment probe may include a curved, rounded disposable treatment tip that may be designed to accommodate vaginal anatomy. An electrode assembly may be coupled to the treatment tip, wherein the electrode coupled to the treatment tip may be configured to transfer radiofrequency energy through vaginal skin surface to the tissue. A temperature measuring feature may include or be coupled to the electrode assembly, wherein the electrode assembly may be configured to regulate and maintain a pre-determined skin temperature. A radiofrequency handle may be configured to connect to a disposable treatment tip. A connector may be configured to connect to the radiofrequency handle to a radiofrequency generator. A protective apparatus may be configured to protect the radiofrequency handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2015
    Publication date: September 15, 2016
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20160067028
    Abstract: Implants for the treatment of pelvic support conditions and methods of implementing the same. The implants comprise relatively soft, flexible bodies and relatively strong arms extending in predetermined orientation therefrom. Methods and devices for placing the implants minimize trauma to the pelvic floor and provide well-anchored support to pelvic organs without interfering with sexual or other bodily functions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2015
    Publication date: March 10, 2016
    Applicant: CALDERA MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
  • Publication number: 20150297908
    Abstract: The invention comprises a treatment probe and method delivering radiofrequency stimulation for controlled heating of tissue within the vagina to treat vaginal laxity. The treatment probe includes a rounded disposable treatment tip to accommodate the anatomy of the vagina which is coupled with an electrode assembly, both of which are assembled to transfer radiofrequency energy to vaginal surface and subsurface. The treatment tip includes a skin temperature sensor that monitors skin temperature to maintain a pre-set treatment temperature; the entire assembly is connected to a reusable treatment probe handle and radiofrequency generator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2015
    Publication date: October 22, 2015
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R Herchman, JR., Kevin D. Obrien
  • Patent number: 9149352
    Abstract: Implants for the treatment of pelvic support conditions and methods of implementing the same. The implants comprise relatively soft, flexible bodies and relatively strong arms extending in predetermined orientation therefrom. Methods and devices for placing the implants minimize trauma to the pelvic floor and provide well-anchored support to pelvic organs without interfering with sexual or other bodily functions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
  • Publication number: 20130281770
    Abstract: Implants for the treatment of pelvic support conditions and methods of implementing the same. The implants comprise relatively soft, flexible bodies and relatively strong arms extending in predetermined orientation therefrom. Methods and devices for placing the implants minimize trauma to the pelvic floor and provide well-anchored support to pelvic organs without interfering with sexual or other bodily functions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2013
    Publication date: October 24, 2013
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Wang Stephen, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
  • Patent number: 8480558
    Abstract: Implants for the treatment of pelvic support conditions and methods of implementing the same. The implants comprise relatively soft, flexible bodies and relatively strong arms extending in predetermined orientation therefrom. Methods and devices for placing the implants minimize trauma to the pelvic floor and provide well-anchored support to pelvic organs without interfering with sexual or other bodily functions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
  • Publication number: 20120071708
    Abstract: Surgical implants operative to simultaneously function as a pubovaginal sling for the treatment of incontinence and as a support member to effectuate cystocele repair. The implant comprises a first sling portion operative to be positioned beneath the urethra, per conventional pubovaginal sling surgery. The implant further includes a second bladder support portion extending from the sling support portion that is oriented to extend beneath and be surgically attached to a portion of the bladder to thus enable the same to be supported to a degree necessary to effectuate cystocele repair. The implant may be fabricated from a unitary piece of harvested tissue, synthetic material or combinations thereof. Preferably, the sling portion of the implant is fabricated from a synthetic material whereas the bladder support portion of the implant comprises a segment of harvested tissue sewn to the sling portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2011
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Inventors: Bryon Merade, Red Alinsod
  • Publication number: 20080262290
    Abstract: Surgical implants operative to simultaneously function as a pubovaginal sling for the treatment of incontinence and as a support member to effectuate cystocele repair. The implant comprises a first sling portion operative to be positioned beneath the urethra, per conventional pubovaginal sling surgery. The implant further includes a second bladder support portion extending from the sling support portion that is oriented to extend beneath and be surgically attached to a portion of the bladder to thus enable the same to be supported to a degree necessary to effectuate cystocele repair. The implant may be fabricated from a unitary piece of harvested tissue, synthetic material or combinations thereof. Preferably, the sling portion of the implant is fabricated from a synthetic material whereas the bladder support portion of the implant comprises a segment of harvested tissue sewn to the sling portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2008
    Publication date: October 23, 2008
    Inventors: Bryon L. Merade, Red Alinsod
  • Publication number: 20080177132
    Abstract: Implants for the treatment of pelvic support conditions and methods of implementing the same. The implants comprise relatively soft, flexible bodies and relatively strong arms extending in predetermined orientation therefrom. Methods and devices for placing the implants minimize trauma to the pelvic floor and provide well-anchored support to pelvic organs without interfering with sexual or other bodily functions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2007
    Publication date: July 24, 2008
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
  • Patent number: 7393319
    Abstract: Surgical implants operative to simultaneously function as a pubovaginal sling for the treatment of incontinence and as a support member to effectuate cystocele repair. The implant comprises a first sling portion operative to be positioned beneath the urethra, per conventional pubovaginal sling surgery. The implant further includes a second bladder support portion extending from the sling support portion that is oriented to extend beneath and be surgically attached to a portion of the bladder to thus enable the same to be supported to a degree necessary to effectuate cystocele repair. The implant may be fabricated from a unitary piece of harvested tissue, synthetic material or combinations thereof. Preferably, the sling portion of the implant is fabricated from a synthetic material whereas the bladder support portion of the implant comprises a segment of harvested tissue sewn to the sling portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2008
    Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Bryon Merade, Red Alinsod
  • Publication number: 20070238933
    Abstract: The present invention provides an open looped (open-ended) retractor frame for use in surgical procedures. The open-ended retractor frame of the present invention is particularly useful in infracoccygeal sacropexy or posterior intravaginal slingplasty procedures. The present invention furthermore provides a variety of clip-on attachments to the open-ended retractor frame that provide different functionalities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2006
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Applicant: Lone Star Medical Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, James Fowler, Marc Gelnett
  • Publication number: 20070235038
    Abstract: The present invention provides a surgical system utilizing a medical drape adapted to overlay the body of a patient. The drape of the present invention has a lower surface for engaging the patient and a fluid impervious upper surface containing at least one adhesive portion. In one embodiment, the drape of the present invention is adapted for use in conjunction with one or more unique surgical retractors. The present invention provides a series of elastic stays each having an adhesive portion capable of releasably attaching to the adhesive portion(s) of the medical drape. In this manner, the present invention allows medical personnel to gently and effectively pull back tissue in preparation for, and during, surgical procedures. Further, the elastic capability of the stays allow medical personnel to adjust the amount of tension applied to retracted tissue during surgical procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2006
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Applicant: Lone Star Medical Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Marc D. Gelnett, James M. Fowler
  • Patent number: D581531
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: CooperSurgical, Incorporated
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, James M. Fowler, Jr., Marc D. Gelnett
  • Patent number: D824028
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Assignee: THERMIGEN, LLC
    Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, Jr., Kevin D. O'Brien