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Balancing device for arthroplasty and methods for use

US10206791B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 24, 2016
Grant dateFeb 19, 2019
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Expiry dateDec 17, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2002/4694
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A joint balancing insert with an actuated mechanism is for balancing a joint during a joint surgery is disclosed. The joint balancing insert includes a first plate, a second plate and an actuator there between. The second plate includes an integrated mounting portion for mounting a cutting block used to guide surgical cuts of the joint during the joint surgery. Various configurations of the integrated mounting portion may be implemented in the insert to provide for mounting various types of cutting blocks, such as cutting blocks for tibial cuts, femoral cuts, and distal femoral cuts.

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