Henry Schein has patented a method and apparatus for maintaining bone part positions. The unitary body includes an elongate wire component and a base anchored to one bone part. The method involves placing the apparatus to engage the bone parts and anchoring the base to fix the position. GlobalData’s report on Henry Schein gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Orthopedic apparatus for maintaining bone parts in position
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11986227B2) discloses a method for maintaining the position of a first bone part relative to a second bone part using a specialized apparatus. The method involves obtaining an apparatus with an elongate formed wire component and a base, placing the apparatus in an operative position where the wire component engages the first bone part, and anchoring the base to the second bone part to fix the position. The apparatus features a U-shaped receptacle and a plate with a peripheral edge, ensuring secure fixation of the apparatus in the desired position.
Furthermore, the patent details various configurations and methods for anchoring the base to the second bone part, including welding the wire component to the base, extending a fastener through the base into the bone part, and using multiple pieces to secure the base. The apparatus is designed to maintain the desired relationship between the first and second bone parts effectively. The patent emphasizes the importance of the dimensions and construction of the apparatus, ensuring a secure and stable positioning of the bone parts for medical applications.
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