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).
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Publication number: 20180001103Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2015Publication date: January 4, 2018Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
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Patent number: 9554885Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 4, 2015Date of Patent: January 31, 2017Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
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Publication number: 20160263389Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2015Publication date: September 15, 2016Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
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Publication number: 20160263388Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2015Publication date: September 15, 2016Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
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Publication number: 20160263387Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2015Publication date: September 15, 2016Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, JR., Kevin D. O'Brien
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Publication number: 20160067028Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2015Publication date: March 10, 2016Applicant: CALDERA MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
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Publication number: 20150297908Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: January 7, 2015Publication date: October 22, 2015Inventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R Herchman, JR., Kevin D. Obrien
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Patent number: 9149352Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 19, 2013Date of Patent: October 6, 2015Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
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Publication number: 20130281770Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2013Publication date: October 24, 2013Inventors: Red Alinsod, Wang Stephen, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
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Patent number: 8480558Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 6, 2007Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
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Publication number: 20120071708Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2011Publication date: March 22, 2012Inventors: Bryon Merade, Red Alinsod
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Publication number: 20080262290Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2008Publication date: October 23, 2008Inventors: Bryon L. Merade, Red Alinsod
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Publication number: 20080177132Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2007Publication date: July 24, 2008Inventors: Red Alinsod, Stephen Wang, Francois Blaudeau, Sandra Muhlfeld, Bryon Merade, Ty Erickson
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Patent number: 7393319Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: October 14, 2003Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Assignee: Caldera Medical, Inc.Inventors: Bryon Merade, Red Alinsod
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Publication number: 20070238933Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2006Publication date: October 11, 2007Applicant: Lone Star Medical Products, Inc.Inventors: Red Alinsod, James Fowler, Marc Gelnett
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Publication number: 20070235038Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2006Publication date: October 11, 2007Applicant: Lone Star Medical Products, Inc.Inventors: Red Alinsod, Marc D. Gelnett, James M. Fowler
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Patent number: D581531Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2006Date of Patent: November 25, 2008Assignee: CooperSurgical, IncorporatedInventors: Red Alinsod, James M. Fowler, Jr., Marc D. Gelnett
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Patent number: D824028Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2017Date of Patent: July 24, 2018Assignee: THERMIGEN, LLCInventors: Red Alinsod, Paul R. Herchman, Jr., Kevin D. O'Brien