Systems and methods for acromioclavicular stabilization
US10194899B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 28, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2025/03471
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Surgical methods for stabilizing a joint are disclosed. The methods aid in surgical repairs by allowing for quick and reproducible repairs to be made. A bone tunnel is formed anteriorly/posteriorly in clavicle, and a bone tunnel is formed superiorly in acromion. At least one cannulated insert is provided into one or both of bone tunnels to protect the bone from abrasions caused by a flexible construct. A flexible construct is passed through the acromion tunnel and the clavicle tunnel. An attachment device may then be positioned on at least one side of the clavicle and/or acromion tunnel, and the flexible construct is attached to the attachment device.
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