Alignment guide apparatus, methods and systems
US10327829B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 9, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/90
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention discloses an alignment guide apparatus, system, and method. The alignment guide apparatus includes a body, a fixation insert, a guide pin, and a screw. The body may include an arm with a first end and a second end, an attachment portion at the first end, and an alignment portion at the second end. The fixation insert may be configured to pass through the attachment portion and the guide pin may be configured to pass through the alignment portion. The screw may be configured to engage the guide pin. The alignment system may include a bone plate, an alignment guide, a screw, at least one first fastener, and at least one second fastener. A method for moving a joint is also disclosed.
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