20240041605. ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANT WITH POROUS STRUCTURE HAVING VARYING COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION WITH BONE simplified abstract (BioMedtrix, LLC)

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ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANT WITH POROUS STRUCTURE HAVING VARYING COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION WITH BONE

Organization Name

BioMedtrix, LLC

Inventor(s)

Christopher Preucil of Ketchum ID (US)

Gregory T. Van Der Meulen of Hailey ID (US)

Christopher G. Sidebotham of Mendham NJ (US)

ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANT WITH POROUS STRUCTURE HAVING VARYING COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION WITH BONE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240041605 titled 'ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANT WITH POROUS STRUCTURE HAVING VARYING COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION WITH BONE

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an orthopedic implant with a porous structure that has different coefficients of friction with bone tissue. The first circumferentially-extending zone of the porous structure has a lower coefficient of friction, while the second circumferentially-extending zone has a higher coefficient of friction. The first zone is offset from the second zone along the longitudinal axis of the implant, so that it contacts the bone before the second zone during implantation.

  • The orthopedic implant has a porous structure with varying coefficients of friction with bone tissue.
  • The first circumferentially-extending zone of the porous structure has a lower coefficient of friction.
  • The second circumferentially-extending zone of the porous structure has a higher coefficient of friction.
  • The first zone is positioned to contact the bone before the second zone during implantation.

Potential Applications:

  • This technology can be used in orthopedic surgeries where implants are required, such as joint replacements or fracture fixations.
  • It can improve the stability and fixation of the implant to the bone, reducing the risk of implant loosening or failure.

Problems Solved:

  • The offset positioning of the porous structure allows for better initial contact between the implant and the bone.
  • The different coefficients of friction in the porous structure can enhance the stability and fixation of the implant.

Benefits:

  • Improved initial contact between the implant and the bone can lead to better integration and healing.
  • The higher coefficient of friction in the second zone can provide enhanced stability and fixation of the implant.
  • Reduced risk of implant loosening or failure can improve patient outcomes and reduce the need for revision surgeries.


Original Abstract Submitted

an orthopedic implant has an implant body defining a longitudinal axis extending in a direction of implantation of the orthopedic implant, the implant body having a first end portion and a second end portion. a porous structure extends circumferentially around the implant body and has a first circumferentially-extending zone exhibiting a first coefficient of friction with bone tissue and a second circumferentially-extending zone exhibiting a second coefficient of friction with bone tissue, wherein the second coefficient of friction is greater than the first coefficient of friction. the first circumferentially-extending zone of the porous structure is offset from the second circumferentially-extending zone along the longitudinal axis such that during implantation of the orthopedic implant, the first circumferentially-extending zone of the porous structure contacts bone before the second circumferentially-extending zone of the porous structure.

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