Modular orthopedic implants, instruments, and navigation methods

US12121268B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Globus Medical, Inc. · US

Inventors

• David Leff · Philadelphia, US
• Jeff Nichols · Sarasota, US
• Matthew Bechtel · Philadelphia, US
• Darren Clutter · Palm, US
• Richard Pidgeon · Phoenixville, US
• Neil R. Crawford · Chandler, US
• Thomas Calloway · Pelham, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jul 7, 2021
• Grant date: Oct 22, 2024
• Expiry date: Jan 10, 2042

Classification

• Technology area (CPC G): Physics
• CPC primary: G06N20/00
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Modular orthopedic implants, associated instruments, and navigation methods. The modular orthopedic fixation assembly may include a modular bone fastener and a modular tulip head configured to be installed separately. The modular bone fastener may be installed and tracked with a screw extender instrument having an outer sleeve and an inner shaft coupled to the bone fastener. The screw extender instrument may continue to track the location and orientation of the bone throughout the surgical procedure for navigational integrity. The modular tulip head may be assembled to the bone fastener with a head inserter instrument, which ensures the modular head is properly seated on the installed bone fastener.