CA2410781A1 - Rod to rod connector - Google Patents
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Abstract
According to the present invention, there is provided a transverse connector having a seat rod for seating a rod therein engagement mechanism including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of the rod seat, the engagement mechanism being movable into and out of engagement with the rod seated in the rod seat.
Description
BACKGROUND OF THE IN!/ENTION
s 1. TECHNICAL FIELD
The present invention generally relates to orthopedic devices.
More specifically, the present invention is a surgical tool or medical construct used with spinal rods for the purpose of spinal fixation and correction of spinal Zo curve.
s 1. TECHNICAL FIELD
The present invention generally relates to orthopedic devices.
More specifically, the present invention is a surgical tool or medical construct used with spinal rods for the purpose of spinal fixation and correction of spinal Zo curve.
2. DESCRIPTION OF RELATED ART
Spinal rods are often used for spinal fixation, often times for correction 15 Of scoliotic curves. Fixation using such rods often involves implantation of rods and , attaching them to the spine by hooks and/or screws. Usually, a pair of rods are placed on opposite sides of the portion of the spine to be fixed.
Various systems have been developed for cross linking spinal rods to o prevent rod migration and to increase stiffness of the paired rod assembly.
Many assemblies used for interconnecting spinal rods, commonly referred to as transverse connector assemblies or rod to rod couplers, utilize a plate mechanism having openings therethrough for adjustably retaining 2s hook systems that are bolted in place in the plate. Examples of such systerris are in the U.S. Patents, 5,334,203 to Wagner, issued August 2, 1994 and 5,522,816 to Dinello et al., issued June 4, 1996. The U.S. Patent 5,498,263 to Dinello et al., issued March 12, 1996 discloses a transverse connector system utilizing set screws to interconnect vertebrae coupling members while s also using plate members as described above for interconnecting the coupling members. A squared unit is formed having two sides defined by the plate members and two sides defined by the spaced rod members.
The U.S. Patent 5,312,405 to Korotko et al., issued May 17, 1995 to discloses a coupler used for interconnecting spinal rods wherein the coupler itself is a two piece unit. The neck portion of each unit is interconnected by a screw mechanism which clamps a male portion within a female portion of the system. The system also utilizes coupler inserts or yokes which engage a rod and are compressed about the rod when disposed within a seat portion of.
15 each coupler and compressed by an instrument which engages the bottom of the rod between the rod and the spine and the top of the coupler.
In further attempts to overcome these problems, various patents have disclosed devices wherein the set screw directly contacts the rod. Examples 20 of such patents include U.S. Patent 6,113,600 to Drummond et al, U.S.
Patent 5,624,442 to Mellinger et al, and IJ.S. Patent 5,601,552 to Cotrel. In these patents, the force required to lock the set screw causes deformation of the rod a~t the point of contact of the set screw. This is more severe in cases where the set screw tip is conically shaped such as that found in Figure 6 of the Drummond et al patent. This causes deeper, more localized deformation and therefore stress inducing indentation that can cause lower rod fatigue life.
Additionally, the depth of the notch, as well as the induced localized stress is s subject to random values based on how tight the surgeon tightens the set screw at the time of surgery. ' -Numerous spinal rod systems have also been developed which provide transverse connectors for linking the adjacent spinal rods across the spinal lo midline to provide a rigid and stable construct. Most of these systems present one or more difficulties for spinal surgeons. Many of the devices are high profile which increases soft tissue trauma and surgical complications.
Furthermore, in many of these prior art systems, the attachment devices must be preloaded on the spinal rods which can require significant pre-operative 15 planning and which virtually eliminates the opportunity to add connectors in SItU.
One transverse connector system is the TSRH~ CROSSLINK~ of Danek Medical, Inc. The TSF2H° CROSSLINK° utilizes a three point shear 2o clamp mechanism which restricts motion between the rods in all directions, and particularly resists axial forces between rods and torsional moments about the axis of the rods. A quadrilateral construct is formed by laterally connecting the rods across the sagittal plane with rigid plates. The lateral _ 3 connection reduces the loss of correction that can occur over time.
Rigid transverse connections between spinal rods are beneficial because they restrict rod migration and increase construct stiffness. In many s cases involving mufti-level fusion of the spine, these features are essential while solid bone fusion is accomplished. In the post-operative period before fusion occurs, a significant amount of motion can occur between the rods, wires and hooks, which can, for example, allow a scoliotic correlation to decrease or the pelvis to de-rotate toward its previous, deformed position. By to .providing a rigid transverse connection between two spinal rods, the loss of correction can be reduced and a stiffer construct can be created which may enhance the promotion of a solid fusion. While the TSRH" CROSSLINK"
provides an excellent construct, a need has remained for low profile devices where the surface area of contact with the rod is greatly increased and thus is minimizes localized stress regardless of how tight the set screw is set.
It is desirable to provide a coupler which engages a rod by a simple locking mechanism. It is also desirable to provide a simple interconnecting mechanism between couplers which requires few parts and little manipulation 2o to provide the interconnection. Further, it is desirable to provide a transverse coupler assembly which requires only a simple screw driver or nut driver outside of the assembly for its interconnection between a pair of spinal rods.
It is also useful to develop a mechanism having a surface area of contact with the rod that is greatly increased and thus minimizes localized stress regardless of how tight the set screw is set.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to the present invention, there is provided a transverse connector having a rod seat for seating a rod therein and an engagement mechanism including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of the rod seat, the engagement mechanism being movable into and out of engagement 1 o with the rod seated in the rod seat.
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Other advantages of the present invention will be readily appreciated as the same becomes better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein:
Figure 1 is a side view, partially in cross section of a rod to rod coupler 2o made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 2 is a cross sectional side view of a rod to rod coupler made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 3 is a side view, partially in cross section of a second embodiment of the rod to rod coupler made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 4 is a cross sectional side view of a rod to rod coupler made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 5 is a side view, partially in cross section of another embodiment of the rod to rod coupler of the present invention;
to Figure 6 is a cross sectional side view of an embodiment of the rod to rod coupler of the present invention; and Figure 7 is a side view of the set screw according to the present 15. invention.
DETAILED DESC6~IPTION OF THE INVENTION
The present invention provides a transverse connector generally 2o indicated at 10 including a rod seat 12 for seating a rod 14 therein, an engagement mechanism 16 including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of the rod seat 12 wherein the engagement mechanism 16 is movable into and out of engagement with the rod 14 seated in the rod seat 12.
By "engagement mechanism 44" as used herein, it is meant any item which can be used to hold a rod 14 in proper position within the rod seat 12.
This engagement mechanism 44 can include, but is not limited to, a locking s tab 16, and other similarly shaped devices which can provide sufficient surface area contact with the rod 14. Critically, unlike other point contact devices, the present invention provides a surface to surface contact.
Accordingly, deformation of the rod is minimized or eliminated.
to In accordance with the present invention, a connector 10 is provided which includes an engagement mechanism 44 to rigidly hold spinal components, such as two longitudinal rods 14, apart at various distances. A
connector body 11, which is provided in multiple lengths in both fixed and adjustable configurations, includes a seat portion 12 for sections of each rod 15 14. An engagement mechanism 44 is provided within the connector body 10 for each rod 14. The engagement mechanism 44 includes a partial rod seat 12. A portion of the engagement mechanism 44, sufficient to allow the connector body 11 to be pushed on the rod 14, is free to move within the connector body 11, Thus the engagement mechanism 44 does not interfere 2o with the placement of the connector body 11 over the rods 14. When properly placed and sized, at least one actuating mechanism 44 is tightened to secure the assembly 10. This forces the engagement mechanism 44 outward relative to the actuating mechanism and against the rods 14 while each of the rods 14 are forced against the seat portion 12 in the connector body 11.
The engagement mechanism 44 is held in place using an affixing ' mechanism 20. This affixing mechanism 20 prevents undesired movement of the engagement mechanism 44. The affixing mechanism 20 can be a pivot, a screw or other similar affixing devices known to those of skill in the art.
The single actuating mechanism 48' embodiment is provided for to simple locking of close rod constructs. The actuating mechanism 48' for this embodiment consists of, but is not limited to, a set screw 18', having a conical floating tip 32 or other tips known to those of skill in the art. This floating tip 32 compensates for manufacturing tolerances and provides equal force against each engagement mechanism 44' as the set screw 18' is advanced.
. 15 This prevents localized stress,. thereby. preventing deformation of the rod 14'.
In one embodiment of the present invention, there is provided an adjustable portion 34 which can consist of a male 38 and female 36 portion.
The male 38 portion includes a groove 42 and the said female portion 38 includes a set screw 18 with an angled or rounded tip. The set screw 18, upon tightening, enters the groove 42 and securely holds the assembly 10 fixed at the desired length. The groove 42 provides increased surface area for the set screw 18 to hold against.
More specifically, the transverse connector 10 of the present invention includes an actuating mechanism 48 for moving the rod engagement seat 16 into and out of engagement with a rod 14 seated in the rod seat 12. The actuating mechanism 48 includes any mechanism which forcibly moves the rod engagement seat 16 into and out of engagement with the rod 14 while maintaining the rod engagement seat 16 in the proper position. This actuating mechanism 48 can include, for example, multiple locking positions to keep the rod engagement seat 16 in a particular position. Alternatively, the Zo engagement mechanism 48 can include a screw 18 which can be set to a specific tension based on the rod 14 being included therein and the specific tension required for the patient.
Additionally, the transverse connector 10 of the.present invention can include ~a- body portion 11 including at least one rod seat 12. The engagement mechanism 44 includes an insert 16 which is movably connected to the body portion 11. In the preferred embodiment, the insert 16 is pivotally connected to the body portion 11 using an affixing mechanism 20.
For example, the insert 16 can be connected in any movable fashion known 2o to those of skill in the art. For example, a screw, pivot pin, or other pivotable mechanism can be utilized.
The insert 16 also includes a substantially arcuate recess 22 located in _ 9 the corner ofi the insert 16. The recess 22 defines the rod~engagement seat 46 which is adjacent to the rod seat 12 of the body portion 11.
Also included on the insert 16 is an abutment portion 24. The s abutment portion 24 is located on the surface ofi the insert 16 and is located opposite the arcuate recess 22. The actuating mechanism 48 selectively engages the abutment portion 24 to selectively force the arcuate recess 22 towards the rod seat 22 thereby sandwiching the rod 14 therebetween.
so In the preferred embodiment, the actuating mechanism 48 includes a set screw 18 threadedly engaged in the body portion 11. The set screw 18 is selectively movable towards and away from the engagement with the abutment portion 24.
15 An alternative embodiment of the present invention is shown in Figure 1 B. The insert 16 is disposed in a recess 26 within the body portion 11. .The insert 16 is slideable within the recess 26.
Also provided by the present invention is a transverse connector 10 as shown in Figures 5 and 6, including a pair of oppositely opposed inserts 16'.
The inserts 16' are adjacent to spaced rod seats 12' of the body portion 11'.
Each of the abutment portions 24' of the inserts 16' include a shoulder portion 28 extending towards each other, as shown in Figures 5 and 6.
no The actuating mechanism 18' simultaneously engages each shoulder 28 portion. The single actuating mechanism 48' moves each of the inserts 16' into engagement with the rod 14' and each of the rod seats 12'.
Additionally, the body portion 11' of the transverse connector 10' can include a threaded opening 30 whereby the shoulder portions 28 extend into the opening 30 such that when the actuating mechanism 48', including a set screw 18', is threadedly engaged in the opening 30, the actuating mechanism 44 can simultaneously engage both shoulder portions 28. This movement actuates movement of the insert 16' into engagement with the rod 14' seated in the rod seat 12'. Alternatively, the set screw 18' can be placed into engagement using any locking mechanism or manually being pushed into the opening 30.
~~ 15-In Figure 1 the transverse connector 10 of the present invention also provides a set screw 18' which can include a floating tip 32 for evenly applying the load to both of the shoulder portions 28 simultaneously. The floating tip 32 self adjusts to evenly apply the load to both insert 16' 2 o simultaneously. This tip 32 prevents the set screw 18' from applying more pressure to one insert 16' versus the other insert 16'.
In a further embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the transverse connector 10 of the present invention provides a body portion 11 having at least a pair of rod seats 12. In this embodiment, the body portion 11 can include a length adjustment mechanism 34 for adjusting the distance between the pair of rod seats 12. In the preferred embodiment, the body portion 11 s includes a first portion including one of the rod seats 12 having a female opening 36 and a second portion including a second rod seat 12 and a male portion 38 which is slideably seated in the female opening 36. Also provided is a length locking mechanism 40 for locking the male portion 38 at a fixed position relative to the female portion 36 thereby establishing a distance to between the rod seats 12 and 12'. The practitioner, when inserting the mechanism, obtains precise distance adjustments between rod seats 12.
The male portion 38 can also include a groove 42 along the length of the male portion 38. In this embodiment, the locking mechanism 40 includes 15 a set screw 18' for selective engagement with the groove 42.
Also provided by the present invention is a set screw which applies load against an implant 51. The set screw 18' can have a conical floating tip 32 or other tips known to those of skill in the art.
The set screw 18' distributes load between the two implant engagement mechanism 50, 52 in which the set screw 18' is placed. The set screw 18' can therefore shift and distribute load between the two mechanisms 50, 52 while securely locking an additional implant component in place.
In one embodiment of the present invention, the implant engagement mechanisms 50, 52 are both movable. Alternatively, one mechanism 50 can be movable while the other mechanism 52 is fixed and therefore does not allow any movement.
Throughout this application, various publications, including United States patents, are referenced by author and year and patents by number.
to Full citations for the publications are listed below. The disclosures of these publications and patents in their entireties are hereby incorporated by reference into this application in order to more fully describe the state of the art to which this invention pertains.
15 The invention has been described in an illustrative manner, and it is to be understood that the terminology which has been used is intended to be in the nature of words of description rather than of limitation.
Obviously, many modifications and variations of the present invention o are possible in light of the above teachings. It is, therefore, to be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described.
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U.S. Patent 3,499,222, Linkow et al.
U.S. Patent 4,641,636, Cotrel et al.
U.S. Patent 4,773,402, Asher et al.
U.S. Patent 4,957,495, Kluger et al.
U.S. Patent 5,002,542, Frigg et al.
U.S. Patent 5,005,562, Cbtrel et al.
U.S. Patent 5,024,213, Asher et al.
U.S. Patent 5,030,220, Howland et al.
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U.S. Patent 5,133,716, Plaza et al.
U.S. Patent 5,147,359, Cozad et al. , U.S. Patent 5,147,360, Debousset et al U.S. Patent 5,154,718, Cozad et al.
U.S. Patent 5,275,600, Allard et al.
U.S. Patent 5,312,405, Korotko et al.
U.S. Patent 5,330,473, Howiand et al.
U.S. Patent 5,334,203, Wagner et al.
U.S. Patent 5,368,594, Martin et al.
U.S. Patent 5,403,316, Ashman et al.
U.S. Patent 5,439,463, Lin et al.
U.S. Patent 5,522,816, Dinello et al.
U.S. Patent 5,601,552, Cotrel et al.
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U.S. Patent 6,113,600, Drummond et al.
Spinal rods are often used for spinal fixation, often times for correction 15 Of scoliotic curves. Fixation using such rods often involves implantation of rods and , attaching them to the spine by hooks and/or screws. Usually, a pair of rods are placed on opposite sides of the portion of the spine to be fixed.
Various systems have been developed for cross linking spinal rods to o prevent rod migration and to increase stiffness of the paired rod assembly.
Many assemblies used for interconnecting spinal rods, commonly referred to as transverse connector assemblies or rod to rod couplers, utilize a plate mechanism having openings therethrough for adjustably retaining 2s hook systems that are bolted in place in the plate. Examples of such systerris are in the U.S. Patents, 5,334,203 to Wagner, issued August 2, 1994 and 5,522,816 to Dinello et al., issued June 4, 1996. The U.S. Patent 5,498,263 to Dinello et al., issued March 12, 1996 discloses a transverse connector system utilizing set screws to interconnect vertebrae coupling members while s also using plate members as described above for interconnecting the coupling members. A squared unit is formed having two sides defined by the plate members and two sides defined by the spaced rod members.
The U.S. Patent 5,312,405 to Korotko et al., issued May 17, 1995 to discloses a coupler used for interconnecting spinal rods wherein the coupler itself is a two piece unit. The neck portion of each unit is interconnected by a screw mechanism which clamps a male portion within a female portion of the system. The system also utilizes coupler inserts or yokes which engage a rod and are compressed about the rod when disposed within a seat portion of.
15 each coupler and compressed by an instrument which engages the bottom of the rod between the rod and the spine and the top of the coupler.
In further attempts to overcome these problems, various patents have disclosed devices wherein the set screw directly contacts the rod. Examples 20 of such patents include U.S. Patent 6,113,600 to Drummond et al, U.S.
Patent 5,624,442 to Mellinger et al, and IJ.S. Patent 5,601,552 to Cotrel. In these patents, the force required to lock the set screw causes deformation of the rod a~t the point of contact of the set screw. This is more severe in cases where the set screw tip is conically shaped such as that found in Figure 6 of the Drummond et al patent. This causes deeper, more localized deformation and therefore stress inducing indentation that can cause lower rod fatigue life.
Additionally, the depth of the notch, as well as the induced localized stress is s subject to random values based on how tight the surgeon tightens the set screw at the time of surgery. ' -Numerous spinal rod systems have also been developed which provide transverse connectors for linking the adjacent spinal rods across the spinal lo midline to provide a rigid and stable construct. Most of these systems present one or more difficulties for spinal surgeons. Many of the devices are high profile which increases soft tissue trauma and surgical complications.
Furthermore, in many of these prior art systems, the attachment devices must be preloaded on the spinal rods which can require significant pre-operative 15 planning and which virtually eliminates the opportunity to add connectors in SItU.
One transverse connector system is the TSRH~ CROSSLINK~ of Danek Medical, Inc. The TSF2H° CROSSLINK° utilizes a three point shear 2o clamp mechanism which restricts motion between the rods in all directions, and particularly resists axial forces between rods and torsional moments about the axis of the rods. A quadrilateral construct is formed by laterally connecting the rods across the sagittal plane with rigid plates. The lateral _ 3 connection reduces the loss of correction that can occur over time.
Rigid transverse connections between spinal rods are beneficial because they restrict rod migration and increase construct stiffness. In many s cases involving mufti-level fusion of the spine, these features are essential while solid bone fusion is accomplished. In the post-operative period before fusion occurs, a significant amount of motion can occur between the rods, wires and hooks, which can, for example, allow a scoliotic correlation to decrease or the pelvis to de-rotate toward its previous, deformed position. By to .providing a rigid transverse connection between two spinal rods, the loss of correction can be reduced and a stiffer construct can be created which may enhance the promotion of a solid fusion. While the TSRH" CROSSLINK"
provides an excellent construct, a need has remained for low profile devices where the surface area of contact with the rod is greatly increased and thus is minimizes localized stress regardless of how tight the set screw is set.
It is desirable to provide a coupler which engages a rod by a simple locking mechanism. It is also desirable to provide a simple interconnecting mechanism between couplers which requires few parts and little manipulation 2o to provide the interconnection. Further, it is desirable to provide a transverse coupler assembly which requires only a simple screw driver or nut driver outside of the assembly for its interconnection between a pair of spinal rods.
It is also useful to develop a mechanism having a surface area of contact with the rod that is greatly increased and thus minimizes localized stress regardless of how tight the set screw is set.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to the present invention, there is provided a transverse connector having a rod seat for seating a rod therein and an engagement mechanism including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of the rod seat, the engagement mechanism being movable into and out of engagement 1 o with the rod seated in the rod seat.
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Other advantages of the present invention will be readily appreciated as the same becomes better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein:
Figure 1 is a side view, partially in cross section of a rod to rod coupler 2o made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 2 is a cross sectional side view of a rod to rod coupler made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 3 is a side view, partially in cross section of a second embodiment of the rod to rod coupler made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 4 is a cross sectional side view of a rod to rod coupler made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 5 is a side view, partially in cross section of another embodiment of the rod to rod coupler of the present invention;
to Figure 6 is a cross sectional side view of an embodiment of the rod to rod coupler of the present invention; and Figure 7 is a side view of the set screw according to the present 15. invention.
DETAILED DESC6~IPTION OF THE INVENTION
The present invention provides a transverse connector generally 2o indicated at 10 including a rod seat 12 for seating a rod 14 therein, an engagement mechanism 16 including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of the rod seat 12 wherein the engagement mechanism 16 is movable into and out of engagement with the rod 14 seated in the rod seat 12.
By "engagement mechanism 44" as used herein, it is meant any item which can be used to hold a rod 14 in proper position within the rod seat 12.
This engagement mechanism 44 can include, but is not limited to, a locking s tab 16, and other similarly shaped devices which can provide sufficient surface area contact with the rod 14. Critically, unlike other point contact devices, the present invention provides a surface to surface contact.
Accordingly, deformation of the rod is minimized or eliminated.
to In accordance with the present invention, a connector 10 is provided which includes an engagement mechanism 44 to rigidly hold spinal components, such as two longitudinal rods 14, apart at various distances. A
connector body 11, which is provided in multiple lengths in both fixed and adjustable configurations, includes a seat portion 12 for sections of each rod 15 14. An engagement mechanism 44 is provided within the connector body 10 for each rod 14. The engagement mechanism 44 includes a partial rod seat 12. A portion of the engagement mechanism 44, sufficient to allow the connector body 11 to be pushed on the rod 14, is free to move within the connector body 11, Thus the engagement mechanism 44 does not interfere 2o with the placement of the connector body 11 over the rods 14. When properly placed and sized, at least one actuating mechanism 44 is tightened to secure the assembly 10. This forces the engagement mechanism 44 outward relative to the actuating mechanism and against the rods 14 while each of the rods 14 are forced against the seat portion 12 in the connector body 11.
The engagement mechanism 44 is held in place using an affixing ' mechanism 20. This affixing mechanism 20 prevents undesired movement of the engagement mechanism 44. The affixing mechanism 20 can be a pivot, a screw or other similar affixing devices known to those of skill in the art.
The single actuating mechanism 48' embodiment is provided for to simple locking of close rod constructs. The actuating mechanism 48' for this embodiment consists of, but is not limited to, a set screw 18', having a conical floating tip 32 or other tips known to those of skill in the art. This floating tip 32 compensates for manufacturing tolerances and provides equal force against each engagement mechanism 44' as the set screw 18' is advanced.
. 15 This prevents localized stress,. thereby. preventing deformation of the rod 14'.
In one embodiment of the present invention, there is provided an adjustable portion 34 which can consist of a male 38 and female 36 portion.
The male 38 portion includes a groove 42 and the said female portion 38 includes a set screw 18 with an angled or rounded tip. The set screw 18, upon tightening, enters the groove 42 and securely holds the assembly 10 fixed at the desired length. The groove 42 provides increased surface area for the set screw 18 to hold against.
More specifically, the transverse connector 10 of the present invention includes an actuating mechanism 48 for moving the rod engagement seat 16 into and out of engagement with a rod 14 seated in the rod seat 12. The actuating mechanism 48 includes any mechanism which forcibly moves the rod engagement seat 16 into and out of engagement with the rod 14 while maintaining the rod engagement seat 16 in the proper position. This actuating mechanism 48 can include, for example, multiple locking positions to keep the rod engagement seat 16 in a particular position. Alternatively, the Zo engagement mechanism 48 can include a screw 18 which can be set to a specific tension based on the rod 14 being included therein and the specific tension required for the patient.
Additionally, the transverse connector 10 of the.present invention can include ~a- body portion 11 including at least one rod seat 12. The engagement mechanism 44 includes an insert 16 which is movably connected to the body portion 11. In the preferred embodiment, the insert 16 is pivotally connected to the body portion 11 using an affixing mechanism 20.
For example, the insert 16 can be connected in any movable fashion known 2o to those of skill in the art. For example, a screw, pivot pin, or other pivotable mechanism can be utilized.
The insert 16 also includes a substantially arcuate recess 22 located in _ 9 the corner ofi the insert 16. The recess 22 defines the rod~engagement seat 46 which is adjacent to the rod seat 12 of the body portion 11.
Also included on the insert 16 is an abutment portion 24. The s abutment portion 24 is located on the surface ofi the insert 16 and is located opposite the arcuate recess 22. The actuating mechanism 48 selectively engages the abutment portion 24 to selectively force the arcuate recess 22 towards the rod seat 22 thereby sandwiching the rod 14 therebetween.
so In the preferred embodiment, the actuating mechanism 48 includes a set screw 18 threadedly engaged in the body portion 11. The set screw 18 is selectively movable towards and away from the engagement with the abutment portion 24.
15 An alternative embodiment of the present invention is shown in Figure 1 B. The insert 16 is disposed in a recess 26 within the body portion 11. .The insert 16 is slideable within the recess 26.
Also provided by the present invention is a transverse connector 10 as shown in Figures 5 and 6, including a pair of oppositely opposed inserts 16'.
The inserts 16' are adjacent to spaced rod seats 12' of the body portion 11'.
Each of the abutment portions 24' of the inserts 16' include a shoulder portion 28 extending towards each other, as shown in Figures 5 and 6.
no The actuating mechanism 18' simultaneously engages each shoulder 28 portion. The single actuating mechanism 48' moves each of the inserts 16' into engagement with the rod 14' and each of the rod seats 12'.
Additionally, the body portion 11' of the transverse connector 10' can include a threaded opening 30 whereby the shoulder portions 28 extend into the opening 30 such that when the actuating mechanism 48', including a set screw 18', is threadedly engaged in the opening 30, the actuating mechanism 44 can simultaneously engage both shoulder portions 28. This movement actuates movement of the insert 16' into engagement with the rod 14' seated in the rod seat 12'. Alternatively, the set screw 18' can be placed into engagement using any locking mechanism or manually being pushed into the opening 30.
~~ 15-In Figure 1 the transverse connector 10 of the present invention also provides a set screw 18' which can include a floating tip 32 for evenly applying the load to both of the shoulder portions 28 simultaneously. The floating tip 32 self adjusts to evenly apply the load to both insert 16' 2 o simultaneously. This tip 32 prevents the set screw 18' from applying more pressure to one insert 16' versus the other insert 16'.
In a further embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the transverse connector 10 of the present invention provides a body portion 11 having at least a pair of rod seats 12. In this embodiment, the body portion 11 can include a length adjustment mechanism 34 for adjusting the distance between the pair of rod seats 12. In the preferred embodiment, the body portion 11 s includes a first portion including one of the rod seats 12 having a female opening 36 and a second portion including a second rod seat 12 and a male portion 38 which is slideably seated in the female opening 36. Also provided is a length locking mechanism 40 for locking the male portion 38 at a fixed position relative to the female portion 36 thereby establishing a distance to between the rod seats 12 and 12'. The practitioner, when inserting the mechanism, obtains precise distance adjustments between rod seats 12.
The male portion 38 can also include a groove 42 along the length of the male portion 38. In this embodiment, the locking mechanism 40 includes 15 a set screw 18' for selective engagement with the groove 42.
Also provided by the present invention is a set screw which applies load against an implant 51. The set screw 18' can have a conical floating tip 32 or other tips known to those of skill in the art.
The set screw 18' distributes load between the two implant engagement mechanism 50, 52 in which the set screw 18' is placed. The set screw 18' can therefore shift and distribute load between the two mechanisms 50, 52 while securely locking an additional implant component in place.
In one embodiment of the present invention, the implant engagement mechanisms 50, 52 are both movable. Alternatively, one mechanism 50 can be movable while the other mechanism 52 is fixed and therefore does not allow any movement.
Throughout this application, various publications, including United States patents, are referenced by author and year and patents by number.
to Full citations for the publications are listed below. The disclosures of these publications and patents in their entireties are hereby incorporated by reference into this application in order to more fully describe the state of the art to which this invention pertains.
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Claims (19)
1. A transverse connector comprising:
a rod seat for seating a rod therein;
engagement means including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of said rod seat, said engagement means being movable into and out of engagement with a rod seated in said rod seat.
a rod seat for seating a rod therein;
engagement means including a rod engagement seat forming a portion of said rod seat, said engagement means being movable into and out of engagement with a rod seated in said rod seat.
2. A transverse connector according to claim 1, further including actuating means for moving said rod engagement seat into and out of engagement with a rod seated in said rod seat.
3. A transverse connector according to claim 2, including a body portion having at least one of said rod seats, said engagement means including an insert movably connected to said body portion, said insert including a substantially arcuate recess in one corner thereof, defining said rod engagement seat adjustment said rod seat of said body portion and an abutment portion on a surface thereof opposite said recess, said actuator means selectively engaging said abutment surface to selectively force said arcuate surface towards said rod seat for sandwiching a rod seated there between.
4. A transverse connector according to claim 3, wherein said actuating means includes a set screw threadedly engaged in said body portion, said set screw being selectively movable towards and away from engagement into said abutment surface.
5. A transverse connector according to claim 3, wherein said insert is pivotally connected to said body portion.
6. A transverse connector according to claim 3, wherein said insert is disposed with a recess of said body portion and is slidable relative to said recess.
7. A transverse connector according to claim 3, including a pair of oppositely opposed adjacent spaced rod seat portions of said body portion inserts, each of said abutment portions of said inserts including a shoulder portion extending towards each other, said actuating means simultaneously engaging said shoulder portions to simultaneously move each of said inserts into engagement with rods seated in each of said rod seats.
8. A transverse connector according to claim 7, wherein said body portion including a threaded opening, said shoulder portions extending into said opening, said actuating means including a set screw threadedly engaged in said opening and movable into simultaneous engagement into said shoulder portions to arcuate movement of said inserts into engagement with rods seated in said rod seats.
9. A transverse connector according to claim 9, wherein said set screw includes a floating tip means for evenly applying load to both of said shoulders simultaneously.
10. A transverse connector according to claim 9, wherein said floating tip means includes a substantially conical outer surface defining by using portions adjustably connected to said set screw.
11. A transverse connector according to claim 1, including a body portion having at least a pair of said rod seats, said body portion including length adjustment means for adjusting the distances between said pair of rod seats.
12. A transverse connector according to claim 11, wherein said body portion including a first portion including are of said rod seats and a female opening and a second part including a second of said rod seat and a male portion slideably seated in said female portion and length body means for locking said male portion at a fixed position relates to said female opening thereby setting a distance between said rod seats.
13. A transverse connector according to claim 12, wherein said male portion includes a groove along the length thereof, said locking means including a set screw for selective engagement with said groove.
14. The transverse connector according to claim 13 wherein said set screw contacts and deforms a portion of said groove.
15. A set screw having a tip means for applying load against an implant.
16. The set screw according to claim 15, wherein said floating tip means contacts at least one rigid implant portion and one movable implant portion of said implant.
17. The set screw according to claim 15, wherein said floating tip contacts at least two movable implant portions of said implant.
18. The set screw according to claim 15, wherein said tip means includes a floating tip.
19. A transverse connector according to claim 15, wherein said floating tip means includes a substantially conical outer surface defining by using portions adjustably connected to said set screw.
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