Abstract: A shock-absorbing system for use in joint replacement arthroscopy has a bearing surface, a mounting base affixed to or formed with the bearing surface, a convex element extending outwardly of the mounting base opposite the bearing surface, a receptacle positioned so as to slidably or pivotably receive a portion of the convex element therein, a housing receiving at least a portion of the receptacle therein, and a resilient element received in the housing and bearing against a surface of the housing and against a surface of the receptacle.

Abstract: A glenoid implant can include a body, a first fixation member, a second fixation member, and a third fixation member. The body can include an articular surface and a scapula-engaging surface opposite from the articular surface. The first, second and third fixation members can extend from the scapula-engaging surface. The third fixation member can include a porous titanium material and be disposed between the first and second fixation members, such that the first, second and third fixation members define a substantially linear configuration.

Abstract: Implants and techniques for correcting deformity of the first ray of a human foot are presented. The correction includes realigning and stabilizing the metatarsophalangeal and/or metatarsocuneiform joints of the first ray of the human foot.

Abstract: A vertebrae stabilization device for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae that is a cage having screw locking clips and method of using same.

Abstract: An intervertebral cage for spinal implants is provided. The intervertebral cage for spinal implants includes a front side 10; a right lateral 20; a left lateral 30; a rear side 40; a plane 50; and a bottom 60 of the intervertebral cage configured to have a shape of “”, in which vertical holes (a) are formed on both sides.

Abstract: The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, the fusion device includes a central ramp, a first endplate, and a second endplate, the central ramp capable of being moved in a first direction to move the first and second endplates outwardly and into an expanded configuration. The fusion device is capable of being deployed down an endoscopic tube.

Abstract: A fusion cage has a first component that defines an outside surface that is configured to engage a vertebral endplate, and an interior surface. The fusion cage has a second component that defines first and second opposed surfaces. One of the first and second opposed surfaces can mate with the interior surface of the first component. The fusion cage can include vertical and lateral throughholes adapted to enhance fusion.

Abstract: Instrumentation for implanting an artificial intervertebral disc includes static trials and a dynamic trial for determining the appropriate size of disc to be implanted, static trial holders for manipulating the static trials, inserter/impactors for inserting and removing the static trials and for inserting the artificial intervertebral discs, repositioners/extractors for repositioning and extracting the static trials or the artificial intervertebral discs, and a leveler for setting the proper position of the artificial intervertebral disc. Methods for using the same are also disclosed. Features for artificial intervertebral discs and intervertebral spacer devices useful for manipulation by the instrumentation are also disclosed.

Abstract: Devices and methods are provided for spinal disc replacement. A plate can be configured to couple to an intervertebral cage disposed in an intervertebral space. The plate can be modular. For example, the plate can have a first receiving portion angled relative to a second receiving portion. The first receiving portion receives a first bone screw or bone blade to engage a first vertebra, and the second receiving portion receives a second bone screw or bone blade to engage a second vertebra. A retention member can be coupled to the plate. The retention member is configured to block first and second bone screws or bone blades from backing out of the plate.

Abstract: An interbody fusion device including a body member, at least one side member engaging the body member, and at least one movement mechanism that engages at least one side member and the body member. A surgical method for maintaining a space between two vertebral bodies in a spine, including the steps of obtaining a medical device, such as an interbody fusion device, and inserting and coupling an expansion tool into an opening within the medical device. The surgical method also including slidingly inserting the medical device into a space between two vertebral bodies and rotating the expansion tool to move the at least one side member in a direction relative to the body member. The method may further include detaching the expansion tool from the medical device and removing the tool from the space between the two vertebral bodies in the spine.

Abstract: A manifold has at least one manifold aperture extending therethrough and selectively placed in fluid communication with a fluid source. An insertion structure has at least one interior cavity at least partially defined by a structure shell and is selectively placed in fluid communication with a corresponding manifold aperture. The insertion structure is configured for selective placement in a penetrating relationship with a patient tissue below a surface of the patient tissue. At least one shell perforation extends through the structure shell and places the interior cavity in fluid communication with a surrounding ambient space. At least one fluid path extends from the fluid source, through the manifold aperture, into the interior cavity, through at least one shell perforation, and at least one of a proximate relationship and a contacting relationship with the patient tissue beneath the outer surface thereof. A fluid is directed along the fluid path.

Abstract: A clamp assembly for a prosthetic limb includes a plug and a clamp. The plug includes a base and a rounded head defined by a cylindrical wall projecting from the base. The clamp includes a head portion having a plug bore configured to receive the head of the plug. The clamp head portion has at least six holes extending through the head portion, each hole configured to receive one of a screw or a bolt for engagement with the rounded head of the plug to fix the plug in a desired position relative to the head portion. The clamp also includes a clamping portion connected to the hollow head portion and defining a tube bore configured to receive a tube of a prosthetic limb.

Abstract: A prosthetic ankle device and methods are provided herein to adjust stiffness of the prosthetic ankle. The prosthetic ankle including a base, and a vertical support having a first end pivotally coupled to the base. The prosthetic ankle may also include a first cantilever beam spring having a fixed end coupled to the base such that a length of the first cantilever beam spring in an unloaded position is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the vertical support when (he vertical support is in a neutral position. The prosthetic ankle may also include a stiffness regulator movably coupled to the vertical support. The stiffness regulator may include a platform that defines a first contact surface adjacent the first cantilever beam spring. In addition, the stiffness regulator may pivot with the vertical support relative to the base.

Abstract: The Active Knee Rehabilitation Orthotic System (ANdROS) is a wearable and portable assistive tool for gait rehabilitation and monitoring of people with motor control deficits due to a neurological ailment, such as stroke. ANdROS reinforces a desired gait pattern by continually applying a corrective torque around the knee joint, commanded by a impedance controller. A sensorized yet unactuated brace worn on the unimpaired leg is used to synchronize the playback of the desired trajectory based on the user's intent. The device is mechanically grounded through two ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) rigidly attached to the main structure, which helps reduce the weight perceived by the user.

Abstract: This invention is a stent to reduce blood flow to an aneurysm comprising: (a) an inner member, wherein this inner member is expanded from a first configuration to a second configuration within the parent vessel of an aneurysm, wherein the circumference of the second configuration is larger than the circumference of the first configuration; and (b) an outer member, wherein this outer member is less porous than the inner member, wherein this outer member covers or surrounds a first percentage of the surface area of the inner member when the inner structure is in the first configuration, wherein this outer member covers or surrounds a second percentage of the surface area of the inner member when the inner structure is in the second configuration, and wherein the second percentage less than the first percentage.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for producing metallic semi-finished products by means of remelting and/or remelt-alloying. Here, the material is melted selectively locally in a melting capillary in the material volume by means of high-energy, focused radiation, the melting capillary is moved through the material and the material is cooled down at a high cooling rate by means of a cooled heat sink, which is located close to the melting capillary and coupled to the material in a well heat-conductive manner.

Abstract: A spacer including a first part made from a first shape memory material, and a second part made from a second shape memory material.

Abstract: A marker formed on a stent which is to be mounted within a human body, the marker being formed without applying gold plating or gold foil onto the stent and allowing the position of the stent in the human body to be confirmed by a recognition means. A marker (A, B) used to confirm the position in a human body of a stent (C) consisting of wires is formed by fitting pipes (10-12), which consist of a raw material which can be recognized by a recognition means, on a portion at which at least two wires constituting the stent (C) are located close to each other. The stent (C) comprises a stent main wire (1) formed in a zigzag pattern, and the pipes (10-12) are fitted to zigzag-shaped turn-back sections (E) of the stent main wire (1).

Abstract: An annular mesh expandable radially from a compact diameter to a radially-expanded deployed disposition in which the mesh is capable of sustaining a radially outwardly directed resistive force even when flexing its longitudinal axis out of a straight line, the mesh being composed of stenting struts, the stenting struts being arranged in a plurality of zig-zag strings around the circumference of the lumen, with occasional connector struts joining adjacent strings to create a closed circumference unit cell between two such connector struts and two adjacent connected strings there being a plurality of such unit cells arranged in sequence around the circumference between said two adjacent strings; and characterized in that there is a non-constant increment of strut length, serving to displace along the longitudinal axis each unit cell relative to the circumferentially next adjacent unit cell.

Abstract: An anchoring guidewire and methods for use, where the anchoring guidewire comprises: (a) an outer core, (b) an anchoring basket, (c) a steerable tip, and (d) an actuator core. The outer core, the anchoring basket and the steerable tip are axially aligned with one another. Further, the actuator core may be movably disposed within both the outer core and the anchoring basket and may be coupled to the steerable tip.

Abstract: A stent delivery system includes a pusher guide wire for delivering a stent having an anchor member. The pusher guide wire includes a core shaft, a coil body that is disposed around a distal portion of the core shaft and includes a tapered portion having an outer diameter that decreases toward a distal end of the coil body, and a protruded portion fixed to the coil body at a position distal to the tapered portion. The anchor member is positioned between the tapered portion and the protruded portion when the stent is delivered using the pusher guide wire. The anchor member can therefore be pushed in the distal direction by the tapered portion of the coil body. Moreover, the stent can be retracted into the catheter by pulling the pusher guide wire in the proximal direction so that the protruded portion contacts the anchor member.

Abstract: A system and method for deploying an occluding device that can be used to remodel an aneurysm within the vessel by, for example, neck reconstruction or balloon remodeling. The system comprises an introducer sheath and an assembly for carrying the occluding device. The assembly includes an elongated flexible member having an occluding device retaining member for receiving a first end of the occluding device, a proximally positioned retaining member for engaging a second end of the occluding device and a support surrounding a portion of the elongated flexible member over which the occluding device can be positioned.

Abstract: Catheter including a pressure chamber defined by proximal and distal seals and inner and outer tubular members. An actuator member, moveable between first and second positions, is disposed within the pressure chamber. Fluid introduced into the pressure chamber applies a force on the actuator member to move the actuator member toward the second position. A lock mechanism, disposed between inner and outer tubular members, includes a latch having an engaged condition preventing movement of the outer tubular member relative the inner member and a disengaged condition allowing movement the outer member. The latch is shifted to the disengaged condition when the actuator member is moved to the second position. With the actuator member in the second position and the latch in the disengaged condition, fluid introduced through the fluid flow port and into the pressure chamber applies a force on the proximal seal to urge the outer tubular member proximally.

Abstract: A medical device includes a vessel member, a port that couples a compartment interior of the vessel member to a region exterior of the vessel member, and a tubular member that defines a lumen. A distal end of the tubular member is attached to an internal surface of the vessel member within the compartment so that a portion of the internal surface of the vessel member provides a seal at a distal end of the lumen. The tubular member passes through the port, and the proximal end of the tubular member is configured to remain exterior of the compartment. A delivery of a sufficient amount of a filling material into the lumen of the tubular member causes a length of the tubular member to pass through the port and into the vessel compartment.

Abstract: A walking apparatus is provided that includes a frame, and a bladder system operatively coupled to the frame, the bladder system including a first displacement pump, a first bladder operatively coupled tot eh first displacement pump, a second displacement pump, and a second bladder operatively coupled to the second displacement pump.

Abstract: An orthopedic device includes a hinge assembly, a frame having first and second frame components spaced apart from and connected to one another by the hinge assembly, a strap system extending between medial and lateral sides of the first frame component, and at least one tensioning element. The at least one tensioning element has a first end secured to the strap system and a second end coupled to the hinge assembly. Articulation of the hinge assembly pulls the strap system toward the frontal plane by the at least one tensioning element.

Abstract: An orthopedic device and method for using the same are provided for applying a dynamic load on a leg of a user. The orthopedic device has a rigid or semi-rigid frame including lower and upper frames, and a hinge assembly connecting the lower and upper frames. A dynamic loading component is used to urge the load on the user's leg on the basis of flexion of the hinge assembly on the basis of tension in an elongate element connecting the dynamic loading component and at least one of the lower and upper frames. A peak load is generated at a flexion angle between extension and flexion of the hinge assembly.

Abstract: An orthosis joint having a base body which comprises a receptacle for a proximal component, a bearing point for a distal component which is pivotally arranged on the base body, and for stops or spring elements which are acting on the distal component. The orthosis joint also includes at least one receiving element, releasably fastened to the base body and in or on which a functional element that interacts with the distal component is arranged.

Abstract: Treatment of a spinal lateral translation may be carried out by tensioning a cable that is set around a subject at the approximate height of the lateral translation. A tensioner may tension the cable, thereby directing a lateral corrective force from one or more anchor points toward the spinal deformity. Tension may be applied to the cable by a tensioning assembly such as one having a ratcheting device. A frame can maintain the anchor point(s), cable(s), and tensioning assembly(ies) at desired vertical and/or lateral positions. A device comprising the foregoing components may be wearable by the subject.

Abstract: Portable traction splints and methods of use in applying traction to an injured patient's limb, or limbs, are disclosed. The disclosed traction splints may be extendable from a collapsed configuration adapted for transportation and storage towards an extended configuration adapted for applying traction to an injured patient, using telescoping members. One or more straps may be provided for securing the traction splint to the patient. One or more of such straps may include a tourniquet portion and/or may be configured to be oriented in different directions relative to the telescoping members. The disclosed traction splints may include a traction mechanism configured to utilize a mechanical advantage in applying traction to the patient's limb. Such traction mechanisms may have a traction cord path that utilizes the same hardware as an adjustment mechanism configured to allow or prevent one of the telescoping members from moving with respect to another.

Abstract: A cervical traction device includes a base assembly having a sled frame and a sled assembly that is adapted to move along the sled frame. The cervical traction device includes a left halter support that is attached to the sled assembly and a right halter support that is attached to the sled assembly. A head halter is adapted to be removably attached to the left halter support and the right halter support. The head halter includes a suspension strap for supporting the patient's neck. A linear actuator is attached between the base assembly and the sled assembly and adapted to move the sled assembly along the sled frame.

Abstract: A breathing system is provided which enhances the ability of a user to breathe through the user's nasal passageways. The breathing system generally includes a bridge member and a pair of nasal appliques which are attachable to the lateral portions of the user's nose. The bridge member is positionable adjacent the appliques to activate the system and impart a dilating force onto the user's nose. The system may be deactivated by removing the bridge member from the appliques, and thereby removing the dilating force from the user's nose.

Abstract: A use of an umbilical splint for shaping an umbilicus after an abdominal operation is described. The umbilical splint may comprise an insertion portion extending in a longitudinal direction and terminating at an insertion end for insertion into the umbilicus. Furthermore, the insertion portion may comprise a bulbous section near the insertion end. The bulbous section may be operable to apply pressure to a tissue of the umbilicus after the abdominal operation. The insertion portion may have different cross-sectional shapes including circular and oval. Finally, the insertion portion may be configured to engage the umbilicus such that the umbilical splint is retained within the umbilicus.

Abstract: A method of monitoring the pressure applied to an ostomy appliance during application to the skin, the ostomy appliance comprising an adhesive wafer comprising a backing layer facing away from the skin and an adhesive layer for attachment to the skin, the method comprising the steps of: providing sensing means capable of recording application of pressure to the wafer, applying the adhesive wafer to the skin surrounding the stoma by applying pressure to the sensing means and wafer and retrieving the recorded data from the sensing means.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and devices for coupling and securing a medical device appliance. In particular, one piece moldable adhesive structures are disclosed which allow customization of an attachment wafer to the size and shape of, for example, a stoma, while allowing flexibility and security for attaching a medical device, such as an ostomy pouch or other device to the subject.

Abstract: An ostomy bag has an inlet leading to a waste collection space defined by two opposing surfaces of two walls. The opposing surfaces are configured to separate on the introduction of waste through the inlet and in at least one of the walls there is at least one corrugation.

Abstract: A portable body warming device comprised of a housing (1), a powered blower (19), a combustion chamber (25), an activator (27), a heat exchanger (35) within the housing, a portable hydrocarbon gas fuel source (39) and a battery for powering the blower and activator. The activator initiates combustion of fuel gas in the combustion chamber, and an exhaust vent port discharges combustion byproducts from the housing to serve as the portable warmer.

Abstract: Creation of surgical slush having desirable mechanical properties by chilling a closed slush container with liquid saline and an air gap. The closed slush container having interior surfaces that are smooth and hydrophobic to resist adherence of ice crystals. Moving the closed slush container so the contents move in a complex set of motions rather than constant rotation around a longitudinal centerline of the slush container as the liquid saline is converted into surgical slush with a mixture of liquid saline and ice crystals. Interior surfaces of the closed slush container move into and out of an air gap to help shed any ice crystals forming on the interior surfaces. In some instances, as the orientation of the closed slush container relative to gravity changes over time, different interior surfaces shed the ice crystals. An optional method for delivering surgical slush to the sterile field is included. The full range of the disclosure exceeds the scope of this brief abstract.

Abstract: Cooling devices and method, such as those, for example, configured to cool the brain of a subject.

Abstract: System, method, arrangement and non-transitory computer-accessible can be provided for, e.g., effecting refractive changes of the cornea by spatially-selective two-photon crosslinking of collagen fibers. For example, it is possible to obtain at least one property of at least one portion of the eye using at least one first arrangement. Based on the at least one property, data indicating a plan of affecting the portion(s) of the eye can be generated. Further, it is possible to control at least one electromagnetic-radiation-providing second arrangement to execute the plan and irradiate the at least one portion based on the plan. The irradiation can be selectively controlled to be delivered to at least one selective depth within the portion(s).

Abstract: Configurations are described for conducting ophthalmic procedures to address cataract-related clinical challenges. In one embodiment, a one-piece patient contact interface may be utilized to couple a diagnostic and/or interventional system to a cornea of a patient; in another embodiment, a two-part configuration may be utilized; in another embodiment, a liquid interface two-part embodiment may be utilized.

Abstract: Systems and methods for delivering multiple ocular implants to reduce intraocular pressure are disclosed. The ocular implants can be implanted at multiple sites within a single human eye without requiring removal of the delivery apparatus from the eye. A system for delivering multiple ocular implants can include at least two implants preloaded within a delivery device and configured to be implanted within the eye, a metering device configured to transfer energy to the implants for delivery at selected locations within the eye, wherein the metering device is configured to meter a variable amount of energy for each implant delivery event in the eye. The system can further include an injector mechanism configured to serially engage and drive each of the implants.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and systems for an eye marker device that includes a handle having an interior cavity, a marking device coupled to the handle, and a rotational scale for providing a visual representation of the angle of the marking device relative to a predetermined origination point.

Abstract: An external ear canal pressure regulation device including a fluid flow generator, an earpiece having an axial earpiece bore, and a valved conduit fluidicly coupled to the fluid flow generator and the axial earpiece bore, whereby the earpiece has a compliant earpiece external surface configured to sealably engage an external ear canal as a barrier between an external ear canal pressure and an ambient pressure.

Abstract: Wounds dressings, systems, and methods are presented that involve using a patient's body heat to enhance liquid removal from the wound dressing through a high-moisture-vapor-transmission-rate drape. Additional heat sources or devices, such as nano-antennas or electrical heating elements, may be added or used separately to enhance the removal liquid from the wound dressing. Other dressings, systems, and methods are presented herein.

Abstract: An open-cavity, reduced-pressure treatment device and system for treating a cavity in a patient's body, such as an abdominal cavity, is presented. In one instance, an open-cavity, reduced-pressure treatment device includes a plurality of encapsulated leg members, each having an interior portion with a leg manifold member and formed with fenestrations operable to allow fluid flow into the interior portion, and a central connection member fluidly coupled to the plurality of encapsulated leg members. The central connection member has a connection manifold member. The open-cavity, reduced-pressure treatment devices, systems, and methods allow for, among other things, removal of fluids.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to adorned orthopaedic casts, components thereof, and systems and methods for making and using such casts and components. Adorned cast components provided herein include fitments and accoutrements, where a fitment is partially embedded in a casting composition on a body surface such that an accoutrement can reversibly engage the fitment.

Abstract: A hardening initiation lamp for illumination of a light-hardenable bandage, where the lamp is shaped so that it can at least partially enclose the bandage, the lamp including an inner side, which is substantially arranged to face inwards towards the bandage when the latter is illuminated, and an outer side, which is substantially arranged to face away from the bandage when the latter is illuminated, the lamp further including at least one hardening light source having means to initiate a hardening process in the bandage, and at least one illumination light source, which can emit light in the visible spectrum, arranged to illuminate the bandage at least while the hardening process is initiated in the bandage, both the hardening light source and the illumination light source being arranged to emit light from the inner side, substantially in the direction of the bandage, and the lamp further including one or more observation areas, wherein a light filter is arranged, which allows light from the illumination ligh

Abstract: The present invention relates to a garment that will provide support and/or expedite the healing of an injured or wounded breast and/or be used to re-symmetrise (surgically) wounded and/or asymmetrical breasts. The garment may also be used to simulate the natural appearance of a breast or breasts following surgery or trauma resulting in the loss of mammary tissue.

Abstract: A male incontinence assembly includes an inner covering positionable against genitals of a person. The inner covering includes a panel that is flexible and has an inner surface and an outer surface. The panel has a front edge and a rear edge. The panel is formable into a wearable position such that the inner surface is concavely arcuate from the front edge to the rear edge. A central portion positioned between the front and rear edges comprises a crotch area. An absorbent pad is mounted on the inner surface. An outer covering comprises a pair of shorts that is positionable around the inner covering. The outer covering completely covers the inner covering such that the inner covering is not viewable from a front side of the outer covering. The outer covering can be detached from the inner covering and the inner covering replaced if the inner covering becomes soiled.