Adjustable microfracture handle
US12089855B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 11, 2022 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/922
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A microfracture device for creating small holes in a bone. The microfracture device includes a handle having a body extending along a central longitudinal axis with a proximal end and a distal end; a shaft connected to the distal end of the body, the shaft having a distal tip; wherein the distal tip extends at first angle relative to the central longitudinal axis; a sliding mechanism slidably engaged with a surface of the body and moveable between a first configuration and a second configuration; and wherein the sliding mechanism further comprises a striking surface extending therefrom, wherein the striking surface is positioned at a second angle to the central longitudinal axis that is at least substantially similar to the first angle.
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