Balancing device for arthroplasty and methods for use
US11173049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 16, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2039 |
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- 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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