Anthony W James

US Patent:

6355037, Mar 12, 2002

Filed:

Dec 5, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/730176

Inventors:

Mari Crosslin - Hernando MS
Anthony James - Bartlett TN

Assignee:

Smith Nephew, Inc. - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 1756

US Classification:

606 57, 606 54, 606 56

Abstract:

An external skeletal fixation apparatus provides support about a joint such as the knee. The apparatus includes a first external support section with one or more rings rigidly supporting a first skeletal element (e. g. , the femur) on one side of the joint and a second external support section, with two or more rings, rigidly supporting a second skeletal element (e. g. , the tibia) on an opposite side of the joint. The apparatus further includes a hinged support section interconnecting the first and second external support sections in the vicinity of the joint such that the hinged support section pivots the joint about a generally lateral axis when the skeletal elements move through angular flexion or extension. The second external support section includes at least a first support ring element and a second support ring element rotatably coupled with the first support ring element. The first support ring element is connected with the hinged support section and the second support ring element is positioned to rigidly support the second skeletal element.

US Patent:

6932308, Aug 23, 2005

Filed:

Oct 25, 2001

Appl. No.:

10/029095

Inventors:

Roger J. Talish - Hillsborough NJ, US
Kenneth J. Urgovitch - Clifton NJ, US
Donald E. Krompasick - Bethlehem PA, US
Anthony James - Bartlett TN, US
Wayne Rankhorn - Rossville TN, US
Kevin Tanis - Pompton Lakes NJ, US
Robert Scott Ludecker - Freeport NY, US

Assignee:

Exogen, Inc. - Piscataway NJ

International Classification:

F21V035/00

US Classification:

24822611, 248314, 600439

Abstract:

An apparatus for adjustably securing an ultrasonic transducer to an orthopedic appliance is disclosed. The apparatus having; (a) an optional adjustable clamp adapted to adjustably secure the apparatus to an element of an orthopedic appliance; (b) a transducer holder adapted to secure the transducer to the apparatus; (c) an adjustable connector adapted to adjustably connect the optional adjustable clamp to the transducer holder.

US Patent:

7004943, Feb 28, 2006

Filed:

Jun 14, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/172654

Inventors:

Joseph Ferrante - Bartlett TN, US
Ed Austin - Bartlett TN, US
Anthony James - Bartlett TN, US

Assignee:

Smith & Nephew, Inc. - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 17/56
A61F 4/00
A61F 5/04
A61F 2/00

US Classification:

606 59, 606 96

Abstract:

Methods, systems, and devices according to this invention provide drill guides for optimal placement of fixation elements, such as half pins, into a patient's bone. According to one embodiment, a collar frame with a collar adapted to receive a bar of an orthopedic external fixation system such that the collar may be moved linearly or rotationally about the bar is coupled to a guide frame including a bore through which a fixation element of the external fixation system may be inserted. The coupling between the collar frame and the guide frame allows for them to rotate about at least one axis relative to each other. In one embodiment, the collar frame and the guide frame may rotate about three axes relative to each other.

US Patent:

7048735, May 23, 2006

Filed:

Feb 4, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/067052

Inventors:

Joseph Ferrante - Bartlett TN, US
Anthony James - Bartlett TN, US
David Castleman - Bartlett TN, US
Ed Austin - Bartlett TN, US
Kenneth Nelson - Memphis TN, US

Assignee:

Smith & Nephew - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 17/56
A61F 4/00

US Classification:

606 59

Abstract:

An external fixation system having an improved fixation component for constructing a stable, adjustable fixation system that cooperates with other systems, and methods of use thereof.

US Patent:

7179260, Feb 20, 2007

Filed:

Sep 29, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/673833

Inventors:

Darin Gerlach - Cordova TN, US
Anthony James - Bartlett TN, US

Assignee:

Smith & Nephew, Inc. - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 17/56
A61B 17/58

US Classification:

606 69, 606 73

Abstract:

Bone plates with an upper surface, a bone contacting surface, and at least one hole extending through the upper and bone contact surfaces are disclosed. A hole interchangeably accepts a compression screw for compression of a fracture and a locking screw that threads into the bone plate.

US Patent:

7527627, May 5, 2009

Filed:

Sep 8, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/936996

Inventors:

Joseph Ferrante - Bartlett TN, US
Angie Mines - Mason TN, US
Anthony H. James - Bartlett TN, US
Thomas A. Russell - Collierville TN, US
Roy Sanders - Tampa FL, US

Assignee:

Smith & Nephew, Inc. - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 17/56
A61B 17/58

US Classification:

606 64, 606 62, 606 68

Abstract:

Systems, devices and methods are disclosed for treating fractures. The systems, devices and methods may include one or both of an implant, such as an intramedullary nail, and a fastening assembly, such as a lag screw and compression screw assembly. The implant in some embodiments has a proximal section with a transverse aperture and a cross-section that may be shaped to more accurately conform to the anatomical shape of cortical bone and to provide additional strength and robustness in its lateral portions, preferably without requiring significant additional material. The fastening assembly may be received to slide, in a controlled way, in the transverse aperture of the implant. In some embodiments, the engaging member and the compression device are configured so that the compression device interacts with a portion of the implant and a portion of the engaging member to enable controlled movement between the first and second bone fragments. This configuration is useful for, among other things, compressing a fracture.

US Patent:

7608074, Oct 27, 2009

Filed:

Jun 26, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/607010

Inventors:

Gene Edward Austin - Bartlett TN, US
Anthony James - Bartlett TN, US
Wayne Rankhorn - Rossville TN, US
Johnny Mason - Memphis TN, US
Carlos Rodriguez - Gleason TN, US

Assignee:

Smith & Nephew, Inc. - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 17/00

US Classification:

606 54

Abstract:

Apparatuses and methods for externally fixing and precisely adjusting fractures, such as fractures near the ankle, are disclosed. In one embodiment, an external fixation apparatus includes a first member attachable to a first bone segment through pins, a second member coupled to the first member through a lockable ball joint, wherein first and second ends of the second member may be translated transversely relative to a longitudinal axis of the second member, and a pin clamp coupled to and rotatable about the second member through a lockable joint and attachable to a second bone segment. The pin clamp and the second member may be releasably coupled.

US Patent:

7758582, Jul 20, 2010

Filed:

Jun 10, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/514275

Inventors:

Joseph Ferrante - Bartlett TN, US
Gene Edward Austin - Bartlett TN, US
Anthony James - Bartlett TN, US

Assignee:

Smith & Nephew, Inc. - Memphis TN

International Classification:

A61B 17/58
A61F 2/00

US Classification:

606 96

Abstract:

Methods, systems, and devices according to this invention provide drill guides for optimal placement of fixation elements, such as half pins, into a patient's bone. According to one embodiment, a collar frame () with a collar adapted () to receive a bar () of an orthopedic external fixation system such that the collar may be moved linearly or rotationally about the bar is coupled to a guide frame () including a bore () through which a fixation element () of the external fixation system may be inserted. The coupling between the collar frame and the guide frame allows for them to rotate about at least one axis relative to each other. In one embodiment, the collar frame and the guide frame may rotate about three axes relative to each other.