Patents by Inventor Todd M. Wallenstein
Todd M. Wallenstein 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: 20230165687Abstract: An expandable device comprising, a body defining a bore, a shaft received in the bore of the body, an end plate coupled to the shaft, wherein rotation of the shaft translates the end plate with respect to the body, and a locking mechanism engaged with the shaft so as to permit the shaft to rotate in a first direction and apply a resistance force to resist the shaft when attempting to rotate in a second direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 7, 2021Publication date: June 1, 2023Inventors: Michael Barrus, Clint Boyd, Liam Patrick Barnes, Jason Noel Gantick, Todd M. Wallenstein, Megan E. Carnes
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Publication number: 20230165688Abstract: According to one embodiment of the disclosure, an implant includes a body having a surface with a flexible pattern defined by a plurality of material segments including a first material segment and a second material segment. The first material segment abuts the second material segment. Further, the first material segment includes a first non-linear shape extending between a first end and a second end while the second material segment includes a second non-linear shape extending between a first end and a second end. The two material segments are interconnected such that one of the first end and the second end of the first non-linear shape is interconnected with one of the first end and the second end of the second non-linear shape.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2023Publication date: June 1, 2023Inventors: Jennifer Anne Moore, Todd M. Wallenstein, Jared Gordon Struck
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Patent number: 11596525Abstract: According to one embodiment of the disclosure, an implant includes a body having a surface with a flexible pattern defined by a plurality of material segments including a first material segment and a second material segment. The first material segment abuts the second material segment. Further, the first material segment includes a first non-linear shape extending between a first end and a second end while the second material segment includes a second non-linear shape extending between a first end and a second end. The two material segments are interconnected such that one of the first end and the second end of the first non-linear shape is interconnected with one of the first end and the second end of the second non-linear shape.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2019Date of Patent: March 7, 2023Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Jennifer Anne Moore, Todd M. Wallenstein, Clint Boyd, Jordan Floyd, Patrick Ayerle
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Patent number: 11324604Abstract: An interbody at least one surface including a plurality of members that are independently configured and dimensioned to move from a first position to a second position is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2019Date of Patent: May 10, 2022Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Todd M. Wallenstein, Clint Boyd, Jennifer Anne Moore, Jordan Floyd
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Publication number: 20200390564Abstract: An interbody at least one surface including a plurality of members that are independently configured and dimensioned to move from a first position to a second position is disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2019Publication date: December 17, 2020Inventors: Todd M. Wallenstein, Clint Boyd, Jennifer Anne Moore, Jordan Floyd
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Publication number: 20200337856Abstract: According to one embodiment of the disclosure, an implant includes a body having a surface with a flexible pattern defined by a plurality of material segments including a first material segment and a second material segment. The first material segment abuts the second material segment. Further, the first material segment includes a first non-linear shape extending between a first end and a second end while the second material segment includes a second non-linear shape extending between a first end and a second end. The two material segments are interconnected such that one of the first end and the second end of the first non-linear shape is interconnected with one of the first end and the second end of the second non-linear shape.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2019Publication date: October 29, 2020Inventors: Jennifer Anne Moore, Todd M. Wallenstein, Clint Boyd, Jordan Floyd, Patrick Ayerle, Jared Gordon Struck
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Patent number: 9662145Abstract: A spinal fixation system includes a low profile dynamic anterior vertebral body plate and bone screws for the fixation and stabilization of the cervical spine. The system has a locking element through which the bone screw passes and the locking element is capable of movement relative to the plate when the bone screws are fully inserted and in a locked position.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2012Date of Patent: May 30, 2017Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Todd M. Wallenstein, Larry E. McClintock
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Patent number: 9539107Abstract: An apparatus supports the spine between vertebrae and promotes spinal fusion. The apparatus generally includes a first supporting member, a second support member, and an expansion member. The first support member has a first longitudinal passage extending therethrough, a first supporting end configured to engage tissue, and a rack configured to engage a tool. The second supporting member contains a second longitudinal passage extending therethrough and a second supporting end configured to engage tissue. The second longitudinal passage is dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the first supporting member. The first and second supporting members are configured to move with respect to each other. The expansion member is removably positioned between the first and second supporting members and is adapted to maintain the first and second supporting members in a fixed relative position.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2014Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Charles Theofilis, Todd M. Wallenstein, Adam Wassinger, Larry McClintock, Kevin R. Strauss
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Publication number: 20160220386Abstract: Provided is a surgical instrument having an adjustable distal end that can securely engage an interbody for introduction of the interbody into an intervertebral space, can be adjusted before and during the surgical procedure to vary the angle of the distal end of the device and the angle of introduction of the interbody, and after positioning that interbody at the surgical site, can be easily disengaged and removed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2014Publication date: August 4, 2016Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Larry E. McClintock, Todd M. Wallenstein, Kevin R. Strauss
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Patent number: 9392673Abstract: Provided is a surgical instrument having an adjustable distal end that can securely engage an interbody for introduction of the interbody into an intervertebral space, can be adjusted before and during the surgical procedure to vary the angle of the distal end of the device and the angle of introduction of the interbody, and after positioning that interbody at the surgical site, can be easily disengaged and removed.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2014Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Larry E. McClintock, Todd M. Wallenstein, Kevin R. Strauss
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Patent number: 8920479Abstract: Provided is a novel system that includes an anterior vertebral body plate with at least one bone spike pivotally attached to the plate and capable of being manually inserted into underlying bone to securely fix the plate to the bone. Also provided is a method of stabilizing cervical vertebrae using the disclosed system.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2007Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Kevin R. Strauss, Larry E. McClintock, Todd M. Wallenstein
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Publication number: 20140207238Abstract: An apparatus supports the spine between vertebrae and promotes spinal fusion. The apparatus generally includes a first supporting member, a second support member, and an expansion member. The first support member has a first longitudinal passage extending therethrough, a first supporting end configured to engage tissue, and a rack configured to engage a tool. The second supporting member contains a second longitudinal passage extending therethrough and a second supporting end configured to engage tissue. The second longitudinal passage is dimensioned to receive at least a portion of the first supporting member. The first and second supporting members are configured to move with respect to each other. The expansion member is removably positioned between the first and second supporting members and is adapted to maintain the first and second supporting members in a fixed relative position.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2014Publication date: July 24, 2014Inventors: Charles Theofilis, Todd M. Wallenstein, Adam Wassinger, Larry McClintock, Kevin R. Strauss
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Publication number: 20140172030Abstract: Provided is a surgical instrument having an adjustable distal end that can securely engage an interbody for introduction of the interbody into an intervertebral space, can be adjusted before and during the surgical procedure to vary the angle of the distal end of the device and the angle of introduction of the interbody, and after positioning that interbody at the surgical site, can be easily disengaged and removed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2014Publication date: June 19, 2014Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Larry E. McClintock, Todd M. Wallenstein, Kevin R. Strauss
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Patent number: 8696681Abstract: Provided is a novel surgical instrument having an adjustable distal end that can securely engage an interbody for introduction of the interbody into an intervertebral space, can be adjusted before and during the surgical procedure to vary the angle of the distal end of the device and the angle of introduction of the interbody, and after positioning that interbody at the surgical site, can be easily disengaged and removed.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2006Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Larry E. McClintock, Todd M. Wallenstein, Kevin R. Strauss
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Patent number: 8403969Abstract: Provided is a novel system that includes a low profile anterior vertebral body plate and quick lock screws for the fixation and stabilization of the cervical spine, the quick lock screw having an integral novel screw locking mechanism of a locking thread disposed on at least a portion of the side of the screw head, which engages an inwardly directed screw hole flange and thus attaches to the plate so as to lock the screw into the plate Also provided is a method of stabilizing cervical vertebrae using the disclosed system.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2007Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Todd M. Wallenstein, Peter M. Harris
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Patent number: 8303633Abstract: Provided is a novel system that includes a low profile dynamic anterior vertebral body plate and bone screws for the fixation and stabilization of the cervical spine, the system having a locking element through which the bone screw passes, the locking element being capable of movement relative to the plate when the bone screws are fully inserted and in a locked position. Also provided is a method of stabilizing cervical vertebrae using the disclosed system.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2007Date of Patent: November 6, 2012Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Todd M. Wallenstein, Larry E. McClintock
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Patent number: 8118847Abstract: Provided is a device, system, and method for the fixation of the spine. In particular, the present invention provides a system that includes a low profile anterior vertebral plate and screws for fixation and stabilization of the cervical spine, the anterior vertebral plate having a selectable locking mechanism embedded in the underside of the plate during the manufacturing thereof and providing a visual locked indicator on the top side of the plate.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2006Date of Patent: February 21, 2012Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Todd M. Wallenstein, Peter M. Harris, Josef E. Gorek, Jean-Jacques Abitbol, Gil Tepper
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Patent number: 7717940Abstract: A novel cross-connector assembly for interconnecting first and second bracing members or rods, one to the other. The cross-connector assembly is capable of multi-directional articulation in three dimensions, length, azimuth, and elevation and is also capable of having one end rotated along its longitudinal axis in relation to the other end so as to custom fit and securely connect the assembly to two opposing bracing members or rods. Also provided is a kit including the device and ancillary instrumentation to facilitate the method of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2006Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: K2M, Inc.Inventors: Richard W. Woods, Christopher B. Straight, Todd M. Wallenstein
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Publication number: 20090157121Abstract: Provided is a novel system that includes a low profile dynamic anterior vertebral body plate and bone screws for the fixation and stabilization of the cervical spine, the system having a locking element through which the bone screw passes, the locking element being capable of movement relative to the plate when the bone screws are fully inserted and in a locked position. Also provided is a method of stabilizing cervical vertebrae using the disclosed system.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Peter M. Harris, Todd M. Wallenstein, Larry E. McClintock
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Publication number: 20080255620Abstract: Provided is a novel system that includes an anterior vertebral body plate with at least one bone spike pivotally attached to the plate and capable of being manually inserted into underlying bone to securely fix the plate to the bone. Also provided is a method of stabilizing cervical vertebrae using the disclosed system.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2007Publication date: October 16, 2008Inventors: Kevin R. STRAUSS, Larry E. McCLINTOCK, Todd M. WALLENSTEIN