Patents by Inventor Stephen B. Walulik
Stephen B. Walulik 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: 10130401Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2017Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: Biomet Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Publication number: 20170224396Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2017Publication date: August 10, 2017Inventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Patent number: 9579134Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2014Date of Patent: February 28, 2017Assignee: Biomet Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Publication number: 20150032166Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2014Publication date: January 29, 2015Inventors: Matthew F. AMATO, Stephen B. WALULIK
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Patent number: 8801760Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2012Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Assignee: Biomet Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Patent number: 8303590Abstract: An orthopedic device can include an intramedullary nail and an insert telescopically received in the intramedullary nail. The insert includes at least two guiding bores for corresponding bone fasteners that can be locked at an angle to the intramedullary nail. A locking set screw can be coupled to the insert and move the insert to a position that locks the bone fasteners to the nail.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2007Date of Patent: November 6, 2012Assignee: EBI, LLCInventors: Timothy M. Elghazaly, Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey, Philip H. Frank, Joseph M. O'Reilly
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Patent number: 8273111Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2008Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: EBI, LLCInventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Publication number: 20120239040Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2012Publication date: September 20, 2012Applicant: EBI, LLCInventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Publication number: 20100004691Abstract: A growth control device includes a bone plate having a stepped profile defined by a first level, a second level and an intermediate ramp connecting the first and second levels. The first level includes a first threaded hole for receiving a first bone fastener and the second level includes a second threaded hole for receiving a second bone fastener. The bone plate includes a proximal pair of side female notches, a distal pair of side female notches, a proximal guide hole and a distal guide hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2008Publication date: January 7, 2010Inventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik
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Patent number: 7468063Abstract: Frame assembly for external fixation device and associated method. The frame assembly includes a first arc segment and a second arc segment. The first arc segment is for interconnection to a first bone portion. The second arc segment is for interconnection to a second bone portion. The first arc segment is coupled to the second arc segment for controlled relative rotation.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2003Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Assignee: EBI, LLCInventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey, Takkwong Ross Leung, Richard Davidson
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Patent number: 7449023Abstract: An external fixation device includes a frame assembly having a first arc segment and a second arc segment. The first arc segment is for interconnection to a first bone portion. The second arc segment is for interconnection to a second bone portion. The first arc segment is coupled to the second arc segment for relative rotation. The external fixation assembly additionally includes an articulating module. The articulating module includes a central member, a first pivot segment and a second pivot segment. The first pivot segment is coupled to the central member for driven rotation about a first pivot axis. The second pivot segment is coupled to the central member for driven rotation about a second pivot axis. The second pivot axis is substantially perpendicular to the first pivot axis.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2003Date of Patent: November 11, 2008Assignee: EBI, LLCInventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey, Takkwong Ross Leung, Richard Davidson
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Publication number: 20080183171Abstract: An orthopedic device can include an intramedullary nail and an insert telescopically received in the intramedullary nail. The insert includes at least two guiding bores for corresponding bone fasteners that can be locked at an angle to the intramedullary nail. A locking set screw can be coupled to the insert and move the insert to a position that locks the bone fasteners to the nail.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2007Publication date: July 31, 2008Applicant: EBI, L.P.Inventors: Timothy M. Elghazaly, Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey
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Patent number: 6702814Abstract: A clamp assembly for an external fixation system includes a first clamp member for engaging a first elongated member. The first clamp member includes a first jaw portion and a second jaw portion. The first and second jaw portions at least partially defining a laterally extending channel for receiving the first elongated member. The first and second jaw portions or members are connected by a hinge portion. The first jaw member includes a free end normally spaced apart from a free end of the second jaw a distance less than a diameter of the first elongated member. The first clamp member is elastically deformable to receive the first elongated member between the free ends of the first and second jaw members and into the laterally extending channel.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2002Date of Patent: March 9, 2004Assignee: EBI, L.P.Inventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey
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Patent number: 6616664Abstract: A clamp assembly for an external fixation system includes a first clamp member receiving a first elongated and a second clamp member receiving a second elongated member. The first clamp member includes a first fastener rotatably in a first direction to lock the first elongated member relative to the first clamp member. A second fastener connects the first and second clamp members. The second fastener is rotatable in the first direction to independently lock the second elongated member relative to the second clamp member. The first fastener is hollow and the second fastener passes through the first fastener.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2001Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: EBI L.P.Inventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey
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Publication number: 20020151892Abstract: A clamp assembly for an external fixation system includes a first clamp member for engaging a first elongated member. The first clamp member includes a first jaw portion and a second jaw portion. The first and second jaw portions at least partially defining a laterally extending channel for receiving the first elongated member. The first and second jaw portions or members are connected by a hinge portion. The first jaw member includes a free end normally spaced apart from a free end of the second jaw a distance less than a diameter of the first elongated member. The first clamp member is elastically deformable to receive the first elongated member between the free ends of the first and second jaw members and into the laterally extending channel.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2002Publication date: October 17, 2002Inventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey
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Publication number: 20020026190Abstract: A clamp assembly for an external fixation system includes a first clamp member receiving a first elongated and a second clamp member receiving a second elongated member. The first clamp member includes a first fastener rotatably in a first direction to lock the first elongated member relative to the first clamp member. A second fastener connects the first and second clamp members. The second fastener is rotatable in the first direction to independently lock the second elongated member relative to the second clamp member. The first fastener is hollow and the second fastener passes through the first fastener.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2001Publication date: February 28, 2002Inventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey
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Patent number: 6277119Abstract: An external fixation system for securing a first bone portion in a fixed relationship with respect to a second bone portion. The fixation system includes at least one cylindrical support rod and a plurality of universal clamp assemblies for engagement with at least one support rod. The fixation system additionally includes various other distinct components for interconnecting the support rod with bone pins engaged with the bone. Some of the other components are formed to include serrations for engaging corresponding serrations provided on the universal clamp assemblies. Some of the components include a cylindrical portion, whereas other of the components include a rod receiving portion adapted to receive the at least one support rod or one of the cylindrical portions. These interchangeable and distinct components allow for a greater degree of surgeon flexibility in producing a desired construction to secure bone portions with bone pins.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 1999Date of Patent: August 21, 2001Assignee: Electro-Biology, Inc.Inventors: Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey, Sean P. Curry, John Scott Mahaffey
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Patent number: 6152925Abstract: An apparatus for adjustably securing the humerous, which is on a proximal side of elbow joint, relative to the ulna on the distal side of the elbow joint. The apparatus includes a central body having inner and outer ring members interconnected for relative rotation about a common mechanical axis adapted to align with the anatomical axis of the elbow joint. The central body defines a radiographic window for permitting lateral radiographic examination of the anatomical pivot axis of the elbow joint. The apparatus preferably includes a distraction mechanism for distracting the humerus perpendicular to the proximal end of the ulna.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 1998Date of Patent: November 28, 2000Assignees: University of Iowa Research Foundation, Electro-Biology, Inc.Inventors: J. Lawrence Marsh, Stephen B. Walulik, Michael Bottlang, Curtis M. Steyers
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Patent number: 6010501Abstract: An external fixator for securing a first bone portion in a fixed relationship with respect to a second bone portion. The fixator includes a bone screw clamping assembly for receiving a first bone screw which is connected to the first bone portion and which includes a spherical portion. The fixator further includes a bone screw clamping assembly which is operable to receive a second bone screw which is connected to the second bone portion and which has a spherical portion. The fixator also includes a connection member having a main body portion and an internal module adjustably mounted within the main body portion. The internal module receives a spherical end of one of the bone screw clamps and selectively permits universal movement thereof. The internal module may be linearly adjusted within the connection member independently in first and second directions which are substantially perpendicular to one another.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 1997Date of Patent: January 4, 2000Assignee: Electro-Biology, Inc.Inventors: Keith B. Raskin, Stephen B. Walulik, Kirk J. Bailey
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Patent number: D754347Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2014Date of Patent: April 19, 2016Assignee: BIOMET MANUFACTURING, LLCInventors: Matthew F. Amato, Stephen B. Walulik