Abstract: An injectable wire structure electrode can assimilate with surrounding tissues after injection, inducing in-growth of blood vessels, collagen and other tissue. Assimilation secures the electrode to the tissue without sutures and prevents relative motion which can lead to inflammation and scarring. Associated methods of manufacturing and injection are disclosed, as well as systems including a dermal multiplexer for power delivery.

Abstract: A system and associated methods for injection of a substantially linear and flexible medical device within a body. The system uses markings on a needle and on a plunger to guide the clinician in withdrawing a needle and advancing a plunger to create 3D anchors out of a substantially linear device.

Abstract: The invention is a system and method of minimally invasive treatment with wire structure electrodes dispensed without open cut downs or laparoscopy and using energy forms including radiofrequency, microwave, direct current, and high intensity focused ultrasound.

Abstract: An injectable wire structure electrode can assimilate with surrounding tissues after injection, inducing in-growth of blood vessels, collagen and other tissue. Assimilation secures the electrode to the tissue without sutures and prevents relative motion which can lead to inflammation and scarring. Associated methods of manufacturing and injection are disclosed, as well as systems including a dermal multiplexer for power delivery.

Abstract: A system and methods and disclosed for extending a previously implanted lead for connecting to an internal pulse generator (IPG), or for extending the lead to a new tissue target.

Abstract: A system for minimally invasive removal of small implanted devices, without surgery or open cut down, by blunt separation from tissue. An introducer tool penetrates tissue and a removal needle with rounded elements attaches the implant without cutting. Force limiting and smoothing also prevents implant from shearing during removal.

Abstract: The invention includes a chronic and/or acute system and methods of minimally invasive ablation with wire structure devices dispensed through a needle without open cut downs or laparoscopy and using energy forms including radiofrequency, microwave and direct current.

Abstract: The invention is a system and method of minimally invasive treatment with wire structure electrodes dispensed without open cut downs or laparoscopy and using energy forms including radiofrequency, microwave, direct current, and high intensity focused ultrasound.

Abstract: The invention is an injectable wire structure electrode which assimilates with surrounding tissues after injection, inducing in-growth of blood vessels, collagen and other tissue. Assimilation secures the electrode to the tissue without sutures and prevents relative motion which can lead to inflammation and scarring. Associated methods of manufacturing and injection are disclosed, as well as systems including a dermal multiplexer for power delivery.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a midface distraction system which includes a cannulated distraction rod having a socket disposed adjacent a first end, and a threaded portion disposed between the socket and a second end of the rod. The midface distraction system may further include a cannulated malar pin having a flange at a first end and a second end configured to form a moveable coupling between the cannulated malar pin and the socket.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a midface distraction system which includes a cannulated distraction rod having a socket disposed adjacent a first end, and a threaded portion disposed between the socket and a second end of the rod. The midface distraction system may further include a cannulated malar pin having a flange at a first end and a second end configured to form a moveable coupling between the cannulated malar pin and the socket.

Abstract: A bone fixation device includes an elongate shaft including a first end and a second end, the first end generally opposite the second end. The elongate shaft defines a hollow longitudinal bore and at least one opening passing from the hollow longitudinal bore through a sidewall of the elongate shaft. The fixation device also includes a section of threads proximate the first end.

Abstract: In accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, a joint fusion system includes a spacer configured to be positioned between a first bone of a joint and a second bone of the joint. The joint fusion system also includes a plate coupled to the spacer. The plate is configured to be coupled to the first bone and the second bone when the spacer is positioned between the first bone and the second bone to hold the spacer between the first bone and the second bone.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, an osteodistraction device includes a flexible rod having a threaded portion. A distraction arm that includes a rod guide is coupled to the threaded portion of the flexible rod through a threaded hole near one end of the distraction arm. The rod guide of the distraction arm is operable to slide through a pivoting guide that is coupled to the distraction arm. An adjustment screw is coupled to the pivoting guide and is operable to rotate the distraction arm from a first to a second orientation. The flexible rod is operable to change the position of the rod guide relative to the pivoting guide.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a driver may include an electric motor coupled to a bit interface. The bit interface may include a generally cylindrical body having first and second hollow portions. The first hollow portion may be on one end of the generally cylindrical body and may define a generally cylindrical hole. The second hollow portion may abut the first hollow portion and define an oblong channel. The oblong channel may be further defined by first and second parallel flat walls. The cylindrical body may also include a first transverse groove.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a driver may include an electric motor coupled to a bit interface. The bit interface may include a generally cylindrical body having first and second hollow portions. The first hollow portion may be on one end of the generally cylindrical body and may define a generally cylindrical hole. The second hollow portion may abut the first hollow portion and define an oblong channel. The oblong channel may be further defined by first and second parallel flat walls. The cylindrical body may also include a first transverse groove.

Abstract: A medical implant includes a body having a conical portion and adapted for implantation into a person's body. A plurality of threads formed around an exterior surface of the conical portion of the body are adapted to help secure the implant in place within the person's body.

Abstract: A cranial flap fixation system and method are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a rod having first and second ends, and an intermediate portion. The rod has a threaded portion between the first end and the intermediate portion. The system also includes an inferior disk coupled with the rod, proximate the first end of the rod, and a superior disk with an orifice through a central region of the superior disk. The orifice is sized to allow the superior disk to engage the threaded portion and movably couple the superior disk to the rod. The system further includes an installation tool having a central cavity. The installation tool is configured to engage the superior disk and the threaded portion, such that rotation of the installation tool in a first direction directs the superior disk toward the inferior disk.

Abstract: A bone anchor includes a screw portion configured to penetrate a bone. The screw portion includes a retention thread extending at least part of a length of the screw portion and a tip at a first end of the screw portion. The bone anchor includes a protrusion adjacent a second end of the screw portion. The second end is opposite the first end of the screw portion. The protrusion comprises a plurality of external sides forming a shape and a rounded interior surface enclosing a protrusion recess. The rounded interior surface includes a recess thread configured to retain a component at least partially in the protrusion recess. The protrusion has a maximum width that is less than a maximum diameter of the screw portion such that a shoulder is formed where the protrusion meets the second end of the screw portion.

Abstract: A system for midface distraction including a left side distraction mechanism and a right side distraction mechanism, each including: an implantable anchor configured to be coupled to a bone of the malar region, an implantable anchor configured to be coupled to a bone of the cranium, and a distraction rod coupling the anchors. The system also includes a maxillary bridge configured to couple the left side distraction mechanism with the right side distraction mechanism and wherein couplings between the maxillary bridge and the right and left distraction mechanisms are configured to be internal to a patient.