Patents by Inventor Richard G. Fessler
Richard G. Fessler 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: 11918479Abstract: A prosthetic system for implantation between upper and lower vertebrae having an upper joint component and a lower joint component. The joint is adapted for implantation within a disc space between the upper and lower vertebrae, allowing the upper and lower vertebrae to move relative to one another. The system further includes a bridge component extending posteriorly from the lower joint component and from the disc space, with the bridge component having a lower contact surface configured for engaging a resected bone surface of a pedicle of the lower vertebrae. The distal end of the bridge component comprises a connection component adapted to receive a fastener.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2020Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: 3SPINE, INC.Inventors: Thomas Carls, Eric Lange, Danny Braddock, Jr., Steven C Humphreys, Scott D Hodges, Richard G Fessler, Jeffrey Zhang
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Patent number: 11903842Abstract: A disc replacement device including a first body member with a convex articulation surface and a second body member with a concave articulation surface is disclosed. When operably positioned, the convex articulation surface engages the concave articulation surface to provide for movement therebetween. The disc replacement device also includes a first opening in the first body member and a second opening in the second body member, wherein the openings are angled and extends from the front aspects of the body members through the external surfaces. The disc replacement device further includes at least two bone fasteners for insertion into the first and second openings to secure the disc replacement device to a first and second vertebra. An interbody motion device and fusion implant, as well as a surgical method for implantation are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2020Date of Patent: February 20, 2024Assignee: IN QUEUE INNOVATIONS, LLCInventors: Richard G. Fessler, John W. Boger, Frank S. Bono
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Publication number: 20230414263Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for distracting tissue. The devices and methods may include insertion of first and second elongated members into the space between two tissue layers, with an augmenting elongated member at least partially inserted therebetween to form a distraction device between the tissues to be distracted. At least one of the first and second elongated members may be formed of a flexible core member with a plurality of rigid veneer members spaced along the length of the core member. At least one of the elongated members may include a shaping member that automatically moves from a generally linear configuration to a generally less linear configuration. A deployment catheter may include a deformable distal end to allow augmentation of the tissue distraction device during implantation. An injection aid may be provided for introducing a filler material into an interior defined by a deployed tissue distraction device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Inventors: Patricia McHale, James K. Lee, Douglas M. Lorang, Laurent B. Schaller, Sandeep Kunwar, Richard G. Fessler, Frederick Serrahsu, Helson Pacheco-Serrant
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Publication number: 20230181229Abstract: A bone fixation system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. A head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener. The set screw retains the head of the second fastener in the passageway.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2023Publication date: June 15, 2023Inventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Patent number: 11583327Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for distracting tissue. The devices and methods may include insertion of first and second elongated members into the space between two tissue layers, with an augmenting elongated member at least partially inserted therebetween to form a distraction device between the tissues to be distracted. At least one of the first and second elongated members may be formed of a flexible core member with a plurality of rigid veneer members spaced along the length of the core member. At least one of the elongated members may include a shaping member that automatically moves from a generally linear configuration to a generally less linear configuration. A deployment catheter may include a deformable distal end to allow augmentation of the tissue distraction device during implantation. An injection aid may be provided for introducing a filler material into an interior defined by a deployed tissue distraction device.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2019Date of Patent: February 21, 2023Assignee: Spinal Elements, Inc.Inventors: Patricia McHale, James K. Lee, Douglas M. Lorang, Laurent B. Schaller, Sandeep Kunwar, Richard G. Fessler, Frederick Serrahsu, Helson Pacheco-Serrant
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Publication number: 20230051745Abstract: Articulated instruments that include tools for disrupting and/or distracting tissue, and methods of using the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2022Publication date: February 16, 2023Inventors: Helson Pacheco-Serrant, Justin Taber, Douglas M. Lorang, Laurent B. Schaller, Patricia McHale, Michael Baldwin, Richard G. Fessler, Joshua M. Ammerman
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Patent number: 11576709Abstract: A bone fixation system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. A head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener. The set screw retains the head of the second fastener in the passageway.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2022Date of Patent: February 14, 2023Assignee: Orthofix US LLCInventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Patent number: 11471145Abstract: Articulated instruments that include tools for disrupting and/or distracting tissue, and methods of using the same.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2020Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Assignee: Spinal Elements, Inc.Inventors: Helson Pacheco-Serrant, Justin Taber, Douglas M. Lorang, Laurent B. Schaller, Patricia McHale, Michael Baldwin, Richard G. Fessler, Joshua M. Ammerman
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Publication number: 20220273350Abstract: A bone fixation system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. A head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener. The set screw retains the head of the second fastener in the passageway.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2022Publication date: September 1, 2022Inventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Patent number: 11344349Abstract: A bone fixation system is provided for use in the spine between vertebrae. The system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. The second fastener includes a shaft and a head. The head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2021Date of Patent: May 31, 2022Assignee: Orthofix US LLCInventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Patent number: 11344348Abstract: A bone fixation system is provided for use in the spine between vertebrae. The system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. The second fastener includes a shaft and a head. The head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2021Date of Patent: May 31, 2022Assignee: Orthofix US LLCInventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Publication number: 20220079629Abstract: The present disclosure includes implant systems, devices, implants, guides, instruments and methods of use. The insertion guide including a base member having a first opening with a first trajectory and a second opening with a second trajectory, a connecting member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is coupled to the base member and a locking block coupled to the second end of the connecting member. The locking block has a first guide hole and a second guide hole. The implant including a body including a first hole at a first end of the body, a second hole at a second end of the body, and a locking opening positioned between the first hole and the second hole. Methods of using the implant systems are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2021Publication date: March 17, 2022Applicant: TRIQUEUE HOLDINGS, LLCInventors: Jon C. SERBOUSEK, Jeffrey NYCZ, Richard David FESSLER, Jill A. SERBOUSEK, Richard G. FESSLER
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Publication number: 20220022921Abstract: The present invention discloses single level fusion systems and methods of use. The single level fusion systems include a first fastener, a second fastener, and a connector to secure the first fastener to the second fastener. The method of assembling a single level fusion system including obtaining a first fastener, a second fastener, and a connector, securing the first fastener to the connector, and securing the second fastener to the connector. Methods of using the single level fusion systems are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2021Publication date: January 27, 2022Applicant: DUET SPINE HOLDINGS, LLCInventors: Richard G. FESSLER, Jon C. SERBOUSEK, Jill A. SERBOUSEK, Jeffrey NYCZ
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Patent number: 11207193Abstract: An oblique expanding fusion cage device including a body with a superior portion and an inferior portion. The superior portion and the inferior portion have a proximal end and a distal end. The fusion cage device also includes a pathway, an opening, and an expanding member. The pathway travels from the proximal end to the distal end of the device between the superior and inferior portions. The opening in the proximal end of the body enables access to the pathway. The expanding member may be re movably inserted into the opening and is moveable toward the distal end of the body, wherein the expanding member engages the superior portion and the inferior portion as the expanding member moves distally within the pathway.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2019Date of Patent: December 28, 2021Assignee: IN QUEUE INNOVATIONS, LLCInventor: Richard G. Fessler
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Publication number: 20210386459Abstract: The present invention discloses an interspinous process fusion device, a method of fabricating the interspinous process fusion device, and a surgical method for maintaining a space between two spinous processes in a spine of a patient using the fusion device. The interspinous process fusion device including a distal tip member, a middle plate, a proximal plate, an elongate member, and a plurality of movable wings. The elongate member having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis extending between the first and second end. The distal tip member is connected to the first end of the elongate member, the proximal plate is connected to the second end of the elongate member, and the middle plate and plurality of wings are positioned intermediate the distal tip member and the proximal plate along the longitudinal axis to form the interspinous process fusion device assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2021Publication date: December 16, 2021Applicant: IN QUEUE INNOVATIONS, LLCInventor: Richard G. FESSLER
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Patent number: 11185350Abstract: The present disclosure includes implant systems, devices, implants, guides, instruments and methods of use. The insertion guide including a base member having a first opening with a first trajectory and a second opening with a second trajectory, a connecting member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is coupled to the base member and a locking block coupled to the second end of the connecting member. The locking block has a first guide hole and a second guide hole. The implant including a body including a first hole at a first end of the body, a second hole at a second end of the body, and a locking opening positioned between the first hole and the second hole. Methods of using the implant systems are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2019Date of Patent: November 30, 2021Assignee: TRIQUEUE HOLDINGS, LLCInventors: Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Richard David Fessler, Jill A. Serbousek, Richard G. Fessler
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Publication number: 20210322057Abstract: A bone fixation system is provided for use in the spine between vertebrae. The system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. The second fastener includes a shaft and a head. The head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2021Publication date: October 21, 2021Inventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Publication number: 20210315620Abstract: A bone fixation system is provided for use in the spine between vertebrae. The system comprises a first fastener configured to anchor into a first vertebrae, a second fastener configured to anchor into a second vertebrae, and a set screw to retain the second fastener to the first fastener. The first fastener includes a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis and a head. The shaft includes a first cylindrical body. The head of the first fastener includes a second cylindrical body defining a passageway having an interior surface. The passageway defines a longitudinal axis that is different than the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The first cylindrical body of the shaft and the second cylindrical body of the head are angled relative to each other. The second fastener includes a shaft and a head. The head of the second fastener is configured to engage the interior surface of the passageway of the head of the first fastener.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2021Publication date: October 14, 2021Inventors: Richard G. Fessler, Jon C. Serbousek, Jeffrey Nycz, Jill A. Serbousek
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Patent number: 11103289Abstract: The present invention discloses an interspinous process fusion device, a method of fabricating the interspinous process fusion device, and a surgical method for maintaining a space between two spinous processes in a spine of a patient using the fusion device. The interspinous process fusion device including a distal tip member, a middle plate, a proximal plate, an elongate member, and a plurality of movable wings. The elongate member having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis extending between the first and second end. The distal tip member is connected to the first end of the elongate member, the proximal plate is connected to the second end of the elongate member, and the middle plate and plurality of wings are positioned intermediate the distal tip member and the proximal plate along the longitudinal axis to form the interspinous process fusion device assembly.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2018Date of Patent: August 31, 2021Assignee: IN QUEUE INNOVATIONS, LLCInventor: Richard G. Fessler
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Publication number: 20210212737Abstract: Implant systems in some embodiments such as midline incision implant systems may generally include an insertion guide assembly and a plate, which define fixation trajectories. In other embodiments such as a percutaneous implant system may generally include a first a plate, an insertion guide, and a separate second insertion guide, which define fixation trajectories. Surgical methods include use of the implant systems with the plates, and use of plates alone, for installing bone fusion systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2021Publication date: July 15, 2021Applicant: IN QUEUE INNOVATIONS, LLCInventors: Jeffrey NYCZ, Jon C. SERBOUSEK, Richard G. FESSLER