Abstract: Provided is a tibial tray component in an ankle replacement prosthetic system that comprises modular fixation elements that provide surgeons with variety of interchangeable fixation options. Also provided is a tapered peg that provides enhanced bone plate fixation.

Abstract: Disclosed is a system for delivering a facet screw assembly to a facet joint. The system includes a facet screw assembly and a delivery device. The distal end of the delivery device includes a facet screw engagement feature, which is keyed to a corresponding delivery device engagement feature. In other embodiments, the system may include a facet screw assembly, a facet access guide, a washer sizer tool removably engaged with the facet access guide, a lateral mass decorticator guide slidably and removably engaged with the washer size tool, a washer implant delivery tool removably engaged with the facet access guide and detachably coupled to the facet screw assembly, and optionally an impact handle detachably coupled to the facet access guide, washer sizer tool, and washer implant delivery tool.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems, devices, methods and surgical procedures for altering and/or correcting the alignment of adjacent bones, including bones of the spine.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an intervertebral fusion cage configured to be inserted between vertebral bodies in a lowest state and improving fixation by bone screws inserted through end plates. The intervertebral fusion cage of the present disclosure may replace intervertebral fusion cages having heights within a given range. Therefore, manufacturers may reduce the number of product groups and the amount of inventory.

Abstract: Intervertebral cage inserted between vertebrae disclosed. The intervertebral cage may include a first rotatable body, a second rotatable body, and ball joints, disposed on a lateral surface of the first rotatable body and a lateral surface of the second rotatable body facing the first rotatable body, and configured for coupling the first rotatable body rotatably to the second rotatable body and defining a rotation path through which the first rotatable body rotates toward the second rotatable body.

Abstract: A lightweight, low profile, disposable clamp for maintaining a compressive force on a cemented patella/patellar prosthesis combination so that the cement interface is not compromised while the cement cures during a total knee replacement.

Abstract: A bone graft delivery system can include an elongate tube and a handle having a trigger and a ratcheting mechanism. The trigger is actuated to deliver bone graft material through the tube. The bone graft delivery system can further include a distal tip at a distal end of the tube. The tip has one or more openings to deliver the bone graft material to a desired location and includes a surface suitable to act as a rasp for decorticating bone. A method for delivering bone graft material to a desired surgical location includes providing a bone graft delivery device, positioning the device adjacent the surgical location, decorticating bone, and delivering bone graft material to the surgical location.

Abstract: A method for removing a hip stem from bone comprises drilling a channel through the bone adjacent to the hip stem from a proximal end to a distal end thereof, the channel defining a longitudinal first axis. The method further comprises drilling a hole along a second axis through the bone adjacent to a distal end of the hip stem such that the channel and the hole intersect. The method additionally comprises inserting a first end of a cutting wire through the channel and the hole and cutting an interface between the hip stem and the bone with the cutting wire.

Abstract: An impaction handle for use during a surgical procedure to implant a tibial tray into a surgically-prepared proximal end of a tibia includes an impact plate defining a proximal end of the impaction handle and an impact head defining a distal end of the impaction handle. The impaction handle also has an elongated shaft extending between the impact plate and the impact head, along with a locking mechanism to lock the handle to the tibial tray. The impact plate, the impact head, the elongated shaft, and the locking mechanism of the impaction handle collectively define a single monolithic metallic component.

Abstract: An alignment apparatus for an orthopedic implant includes a coupling fixture including a plurality of alignment features that align with and engage complementary features of the orthopedic implant. The alignment features orient an alignment axis of the alignment apparatus with at least one fastener aperture of the orthopedic implant. A guide insert includes a guide aperture through which the alignment axis passes. The guide aperture is configured to selectively align a tool or fastener with a plurality of trajectories through the at least one fastener aperture.

Abstract: A femoral sizer system for knee arthroplasty includes a main block having a back surface that contacts a processed distal face of a femur. A fixed foot extends away from the back surface for posterior referencing. A docking unit docks with a connecting unit. An anterior stylus has a stylus tip for contact with an anterior face of the femur. The stylus is attachable to the main block and can adjust a position of the stylus tip. An orientation guide has referencing orientation points for implementing referencing pins in the femur. The orientation guide can be coupled to and uncoupled from the docking unit via its connecting unit with different sides of the orientation guide resulting in different positions of the orientation points relative to the main block, so that the femoral sizer system can be used for the right knee joint or the left knee joint.

Abstract: A surgical instrument for use in a knee joint replacement operation includes a fastening device configured for releasably fastening to a femoral trial implant mounted on a distal femur. The fastening device has two positioning pins arranged spaced apart mediolaterally from each other and which, for the purpose of positioning the fastening device, are designed to be able to be plugged in a posterior direction into two receiving bores, complementary to the positioning pins, of the trial implant. The fastening device has at least one fixing element for fixing the fastening device in a form-fitting manner to the trial implant in an anterior direction.

Abstract: A femoral condyle trial implant for trial application to a resected femur in a knee joint replacement operation. The trial implant has a distal front face with a medial condyle surface, which is configured for articulation with a medial tibial plateau of a proximal tibia, and a lateral condyle surface, which is configured for articulation with a lateral tibial plateau of the proximal tibia. The trial implant also has a proximal rear face that is planar and forms a flat bone contact surface configured for contacting a distal cut surface of a distally resected femur.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for creating manufacturing data for manufacturing an orthopedic device, which is producible using the created manufacturing data in an automated manufacturing method, wherein the method comprises the following steps: providing a digital 3D body part model of a body part in a data processing facility, providing at least one digital functional component model of an orthopedic functional component in the data processing facility, which is integratable in an orthopedic device, wherein the digital functional component model contains corresponding component properties of the respective orthopedic functional component, generating at least one digital component interface by means of the data processing facility in dependence on at least one component property of at least one selected digital functional component model of an orthopedic functional component, which is to be integrated into the orthopedic device, wherein the digital component interface includes a receptacle for arrang

Abstract: A method for connecting at least two structural parts of an orthopedic component, wherein the structural parts are retained in an orienting device while oriented in relation to each other, and an intermediate space thus being formed between the structural parts. The orienting device and the structural parts together form a cavity, which has a flow connection to at least one feed connection, via which an adhesive for adhesively bonding the structural parts is introduced into the cavity.

Abstract: A shock absorbing covering that has an opening, a closed liner distal end, and sidewalls. The distal end further comprises a distal region that is knitted with spacer fabric to the same circumference as the liner or sock or is configured to conform to specific areas of a foot; preferably, (1) the toe region leaving out the big toe region, (2) the metatarsal head (MTH) 1 region leaving out the MTHs 2-3 region and the MTHs 4-5 region, (3) the medial mid-foot region, (4) the lateral mid-foot region, and (5) the lateral heel region leaving out the medial heel region. The spacer fabric is preferred as a 2×2 knit outer wall with a 1×3 inner wall made using a number of knitting steps described herein but may be a multitude of configurations allowing for a continuous seamless shape in three dimensions. An alternative yarn may be used that is coated in poly(vinyl alcohol) that expands after being washed to create shock absorbing expansion pockets.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a medical kit for treating vascular diseases, including a tubular or sleeve-type insertion aid, a transport wire having a distal tip, and a stent having a wire mesh which consists of a plurality of wires that, at a proximal stent end define loops and, at a distal stent end, open wire ends. The stent is arranged on the transport wire and together with the transport wire inside the insertion aid. The distal stent end is closer to the distal tip of the transport wire than the proximal stent end.

Abstract: A luminal stent (100) is provided, including a tubular main body (11) and a semi-releasing device (20) connected to the tubular main body (11). The tubular main body (11) includes a binding area (112) and a non-binding area (111) distributed in a circumferential direction. The semi-releasing device (20) includes a limiting rod (21) located outside the tubular main body (11), and binding lines (22) and limiting fasteners (23) arranged on the tubular main body (11). The binding lines (22) are arranged in the binding area (112). The binding lines (22) each include a fixed end (22a), a binding portion (22b) and a locking portion (22c) which are connected to one another. The fixed ends (22a) are fixedly connected to the tubular main body (11). Both the locking portions (22c) and the limiting fasteners (23) are detachably connected to the limiting rod (21).

Abstract: A stent-deployment assembly for use with a guidewire comprises a biliary stent and an elongated stent-conveyance tube comprising a guidewire-retaining segment that includes respective distal and proximal apertures defining a guidewire-path therethrough, and a lengthways laterally-breachable portion. In a stent-advancement configuration, the guidewire passes through the respective apertures so as to interiorly traverse the guidewire-retaining segment, and the stent is arranged to surround a stent-conveyance tube segment that is proximally displaced from the guidewire-retaining segment, for advancement of the stent together with the stent-conveyance tube along the guidewire into a body lumen of a human subject.

Abstract: A transport device comprises a transport tube that extends from a rear end of a medical device. The transport tube has a double tube structure comprising an inner tube and an outer tube. The inner tube projects from a distal end part of the outer tube, and a distal end part of the inner tube is connected to the medical device. The outer tube and the inner tube are firmly fixed at a proximal end part of the outer tube.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a guide extension catheter device. The catheter device includes an elongated body having at least one of a distal portion, a proximal portion, and a middle portion. The middle portion extends between the distal portion and the proximal portion. In an aspect, the distal portion comprises a first part and a second part. The first part is disposed at a distal end of the distal portion and the second part is disposed at a proximal end of the distal portion. The first part of the distal portion is cylindrical in shape and the second part is tapered such that a diameter of a second part proximal end is greater than a diameter of a second part distal end. The catheter device also integrates a built-in balloon at the first part of the distal end.

Abstract: A system for delivering a stent into a body lumen includes an inner tubular member configured to advance through an access site in a wall of a body lumen for delivering a stent into the body lumen and an electrode configured to create the access site in the wall of the body lumen. A tubular sleeve is disposed coaxially over the distal end portion of the inner tubular member and is configured to thermally insulate at least a portion of the inner tubular member.

Abstract: A wearable apparatus for the treatment or prevention of osteopenia or osteoporosis, stimulating bone growth, preserving or improving bone mineral density, and inhibiting adipogenesis is disclosed where the apparatus may generally comprise one or more vibrating elements configured for imparting repeated mechanical loads to the hip, femur, and/or spine of an individual at a frequency and acceleration sufficient for therapeutic effect. These vibrating elements may be secured to the upper body of an individual via one or more respective securing mechanisms, where the securing mechanisms are configured to position the one or more vibrating elements in a direction lateral to the individual, and the position, tension, and efficacy of these vibrating elements may be monitored and/or regulated by one or more accelerometers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reflux disease treatment apparatus, apparatus, comprising an implantable movement restriction device that maintains cardia in the correct position and an implantable stimulation device adapted to engage with the cardia sphincter of a patient. The invention further comprises a control device for controlling the stimulation device to stimulate the cardia sphincter. The invention can be combined with various methods for treating obesity, in particular methods that creates satiety by stretching the wall of the stomach or fills out a volume of the stomach.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to an ankle orthosis for a bed. This ankle orthosis for a bed according to an embodiment of the disclosure includes a first support portion having both ends connected to each other to cover a patient's lower body, a second support portion detachably connected to the first support portion, extending from the inside of the first support portion, and covering a patient's sole, and an elastic connection portion detachably connected to the first support portion and the second support portion and including an elastic material, wherein the second support portion is pulled toward a calf side in a state in which one end is arranged on an outer surface of the first support portion on the calf side, and the other end is arranged on a bottom surface of the second support portion.

Abstract: An assembly for a body joint orthotic that generates a distraction force to the joint that can be synchronized with the flexion of said joint. The hinge may be polycentric or unicentric. For a polycentric hinge, the distraction can be generated by varying the distance between the axes of rotation of the two pivot points. For a unicentric hinge, the distraction can be generated by increasing the length of at least one of the arms that connects the strapping element which holds the orthotic to the limb or body part to the hinge. The synchronization of the amount of distraction to the angle of flexion may be achieved by purely mechanical mechanisms or involving a motor.

Abstract: A lifting aid for supporting the trunk muscles, which is arranged in a fixed position on the back of a person carrying it via an upper (wearer) and a lower body connection, having—a fixed back system with the right and left hip elements hinged thereto—at least one mechanical energy storage device which stores energy as elastic deformation and the spring elements of which are attached at one end to the lower body connection;—at least one force transmission element/tensioning device, which is attached to the lower energy storage device(s) and connects it to the back system, as well as freewheel devices with a freewheeling and adjustment function in the hip elements, the fixed back system being fixed to the back and the tensile forces of the energy storage devices being transmitted to the back area, and relates to a fixed back element.

Abstract: A tract expander includes a base having a threaded central hole and a plurality of wings. The base and the wings are connected by a plurality of hinges. Each of the plurality of hinges is connected to the base and to a wing of the plurality of wings so that each wing moves relative to the base. A threaded shaft includes a tip. The tip diameter is larger than the threaded shaft diameter and the threaded shaft is configured to screw into the threaded central hole. The threaded shaft is configured to rotate and move the tip toward the hinged base, causing the tops of the plurality of wings to move away from the threaded shaft.

Abstract: A plantar orthosis is presented for supporting a user's plantar arch, in which a heel portion and a metatarsus portion are identified, separated by an intermediate portion of the plantar arch. The orthosis includes: a covering layer configured to receive a user's resting foot; a finishing lower layer; a base reinforcement layer, intermediate between the covering layer and lower layer, supporting and guiding dynamic motions of compression, extending and twisting the plantar arch in the non-linear action thereof of helical winding/unwinding of pronosupination; and a dynamic element, positioned between the base reinforcement layer and the lower layer, which is formed by a continuous belt-like strip, arranged near an external edge of the heel portion, and which extends with one or more belt-like branches as far as respective front resting portions of the plantar orthosis at an external midfoot and proximate a hallux of the plantar arch.

Abstract: An orthopedic cushion includes an inelastic base having a first flat surface and an upper second surface and a resilient pad having a first surface that ergonomically supports a user's anatomy and a lower second surface connected to the upper surface of the inelastic base. The inelastic base serves as a stable platform that better aligns the hips, legs, and spine and improves circulation while sitting, thereby decreasing back, leg and hip pain.

Abstract: Methods of manufacturing an orthopedic shoulder device is provided. The method includes providing a cradle device configured to receive and support a portion of an arm of a user. The method includes assembling an abduction positioning device by coupling the cradle device to an apex of a flexible arch utilizing a rotation coupling member such that adjusting an amount of curvature of the flexible arch adjusts an angle of abduction of the arm of the user relative to a torso of the user. The method includes providing at least one strap for coupling between at least two locations on the flexible arch such that the amount of curvature of the flexible arch is adjusted by adjusting an amount of the at least one strap coupled between the at least two locations on the flexible arch. Methods of utilizing such an orthopedic shoulder device are also provided.

Abstract: A medical appliance is configured with material that creates a fluid barrier with interior walls of a stoma on a patient. These configurations may include an annular disc with a stem on one side that inserts into the stoma. The material may reside on the stem, for example, in the form of a replaceable hollow tube that covers at least part of the stem. On the other side, a rotatable spigot inserts into a recess. The rotatable spigot has a first position that forms a flow path through the stem and the annular disc to allow waste to drain from the stoma. In one implementation, the rotatable spigot can couple with a collection device that receives the waste. The patient can return the rotatable spigot to a second position to prevent flow of waste.

Abstract: An anastomosis protection device, including: a protective sleeve located inside a tubular tissue and positioned correspondingly to an anastomotic stoma; a first fixing assembly provided on an outer wall of the tubular tissue, wherein the first fixing assembly comprises at least one electromagnetic member; a power supply assembly electrically connected to the electromagnetic member, used for supplying power to the electromagnetic member, wherein the electromagnetic member is configured to become magnetic when powered on; and a second fixing assembly provided on an inner surface of the protective sleeve, wherein the second fixing assembly and the electromagnetic member of the first fixing assembly are relatively fixed by means of magnetic attraction. The device provides an extension and retraction space for the tissue.

Abstract: A menstrual cup is described having a main body to hold menstrual fluid. The main body comprises a plurality of segments that are connected along fold lines. The main body is moveable between an expanded state and a collapsed state. The main body folds along the fold lines when moving between the expanded and collapsed states, and the segments project outwardly beyond the fold lines when the cup is in the expanded state. Also described is a menstrual cup having a main body to hold menstrual fluid, and a rim to engage a vaginal wall when the cup is inserted into a vagina. The rim is provided at an open end of the main body and is undulated.

Abstract: A method and system to address the adverse effects on an individual's oral microbiome with the objective of restoring gingival health caused by exposure to sodium lauryl sulfate. Certain embodiments of the present invention facilitate the growth of desired bacteria in a human's mouth to reduce the likelihood of dental caries, halitosis, canker sores, and other oral diseases. Probiotic bacterial, bioactive flavonoid, xylitol and zinc compound compositions, provide effective prevention and treatment options, especially while precluding the use of sodium lauryl sulfate so as to reduce adverse consequences it has on gingival health.

Abstract: Improved systems, methods, and devices for treating sleep apnea are provided herein. In one aspect, an intraoral appliance for treating sleep apnea in a patient comprises an appliance shell comprising a plurality of cavities shaped to receive teeth of a jaw of the patient. The appliance shell can comprise an advancement structure arranged to interact with an opposing jaw of the patient so as to displace the lower jaw anteriorly relative to the upper jaw. The plurality of cavities can comprise cavity geometries shaped to reduce repositioning of one or more received teeth elicited by displacement of the lower jaw anteriorly relative to the upper jaw.

Abstract: A device, including an inductive power transmission apparatus, wherein the device includes a dedicated heat transfer arrangement configured to transfer away from the device heat that is generated when transferring power using the device, and the device is configured to transmit inductance power transcutaneous into a person. The device can be a hearing prosthesis component.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for monitoring compliance with a therapeutic ophthalmic treatment using an electronic module intended to detect and transmit to a computer system data related to the actuation of a mechanical pump of a vial of an ophthalmic product. The electronic module is independent of the vial, to which it may be attached and secured. The electronic module further includes an orientation sensor. This electronic module makes it possible to characterize compliance with a treatment by the user of the vial. Also disclosed is a corresponding method for monitoring compliance with a therapeutic ophthalmic treatment, with such a module installed on a vial, and an item of computer equipment that can communicate with the electronic module.

Abstract: Embodiments of the instant disclosure relate to intraocular drug delivery devices for and methods of, delivering at least one therapeutic agent to an eye of a subject. Methods include implanting an intraocular implant into the eye and adjacent to a fluid-permeable membrane of the eye of the patient. Intraocular implants are supported in a position at a surface of the fluid-permeable membrane. Intraocular implants include a drug delivery component having at least one therapeutic agent embedded within a non-bioerodible, non-biodegradable polymer matrix. Devices and methods disclosed herein can further include delivering the at least one therapeutic agent to the eye of the subject according to a near zero-order elution rate of the at least one therapeutic agent.

Abstract: A system for reducing intraocular pressure of a patient in need including a delivery device and an intraocular implant positioned within the lumen of the cannula proximal to a retention plug. The delivery device has a housing sized to be held by an operator and an actuator. The delivery device has a cannula defining a lumen and having a proximal end coupled to the housing. The cannula extends along longitudinal axis from the proximal end to a distal end, the distal end of the cannula having rounded inner and outer edges defining a blunt, non-beveled distal opening from the lumen. The retention plug is attached to the cannula spanning the lumen near the distal opening. Related methods, implants and delivery tools are provided.

Abstract: An imaging probe comprises a camera or endoscope with an external detector array, in which the probe is sized and shaped for surgical placement in an eye to image the eye from an interior of the eye during treatment. The imaging probe and a treatment probe can be coupled together with a fastener or contained within a housing. The imaging probe and the treatment probe can be sized and shaped to enter the eye through an incision in the cornea and image one or more of the ciliary body band or the scleral spur. The treatment probe may comprise a treatment optical fiber or a surgical placement device to deliver an implant. A processor coupled to the detector can be configured with instructions to identify a location of one or more of the ciliary body band, the scleral spur, Schwalbe's line, or Schlemm's canal from the image.

Abstract: A medical face guard (1) includes: a frame (10) to be worn on a head of a medical worker; a polarization shield (20) attached to the frame (10) so as to cover at least a front of eyes of the medical worker and transmitting only light in a predetermined polarization state; and a face shield (30) that is transmissive and has a low birefringence index, the face shield (30) being attached to the frame (10) so as to cover at least the front of the eyes of the medical worker, and positioned in front of the polarization shield (20) in a frontward direction with respect to the eyes.

Abstract: An ear plug earbud tip device is provided. The device is comprised of an inner core positioned within an outer body, wherein the inner core has an opening that receives and mechanically snaps onto a tip of an earbud and allows sound to flow through the inner core and into the ear of a user. The inner core is surrounded by an outer body that surrounds an earbud body. The outer surface of the outer body may be comprised of a protrusion that secures the body within the ear of a user. During use, the shape of the device eliminates or reduces harmful background noise from entering the ear canal of a user.

Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to methods of manufacturing a fabric (100) for a wound dressing in which a knitting machine (500) is configured to knit a plurality of yarns to form a knitted fabric (100), and a fabric formed according to the method. The disclosed technology also relates to a system, a computer program and a non-transitory computer readable medium.

Abstract: A releasable medical drape, and systems and methods having the same, includes at least a liquid-impermeable, vapor-permeable layer, a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, and a soft-gel layer having a plurality of apertures. The soft-gel layer is configured to be disposed adjacent to a tissue site. A portion of the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer extends through the plurality of apertures in the soft-gel layer to contact the tissue site. The soft-gel layer forms a good seal with the tissue site and the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer extending through the plurality of apertures forms a firm—but releasable—coupling with the tissue site.

Abstract: This disclosure presents and discusses a tampon having an absorbent main part that may be made of cotton. The main part includes a pharmaceutical composition comprising cannabidiol and chamomile blossoms.

Abstract: A shieldable swab assembly comprising an elongated shaft, a collector tip, and a slidable cover assembly. The slidable cover assembly may comprise a hollow cover and a plurality of strings extending through a central duct of the elongated shaft. The elongated shaft may pass through proximal and distal apertures of the hollow cover. The hollow cover may be capable of moving along a longitudinal axis of the elongated shaft. Each respective string of the plurality of strings may comprise a distal end that may extend outwardly from a distal opening of the elongated shaft and may be attached to an outer surface of a distal end of the hollow cover. The each respective string of the plurality of strings may further comprise a proximal end that may extend outwardly from a proximal opening of the elongated shaft. Proximal ends of the plurality of strings may be tied to one another.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adjustable absorbent article comprising a top sheet, a bottom sheet, an absorbent core located between the top sheet and the bottom sheet, the absorbent core having two longitudinal ends. Said absorbent core has an oblong shape, wherein one of the longitudinal ends has a triangular shape and an absorbent panel overlapped on the periphery of the triangular-shaped longitudinal end of the absorbent core. Said absorbent panel folds to fit different types of garments. Said adjustable absorbent article also comprises an absorbent core with a section corresponding to an absorbent section, which extends from the periphery of the triangular-shaped longitudinal end towards the exterior of the absorbent article, wherein said absorbent section folds to fit different types of garments.

Abstract: An extensible composite including a first layer and a second layer, the first layer having a first layer first surface and a first layer second surface opposing the first layer first surface, the first layer being constructed of a non-woven material, the second layer having a second layer first surface facing the first layer first surface and a second layer second surface opposing the second layer first surface, the second layer being constructed of an elastomeric material and including a plurality of ribs extending from at least the second layer first surface, wherein at least a portion of the first layer first surface is attached to the second layer first surface at a plurality of attachment positions and the first layer and the second layer are configured to define a space between the first layer first surface and the second layer first surface between adjacent attachment positions.

Abstract: Disposable pull-on garments that provide a pant type absorbent article fit and comfort during wearing as well as an undergarment-like look and feel; wherein the lower front region and the front crotch region have no stretchability, and wherein at least part of the crotch region overlapping the absorbent core has no stretchability