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Method for using a fixator device

CA 2505744 C · Owner: Visionmed, Llc · Inventors: Mullaney, Michael W.

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A method for determining the proper configuration of a fixator (100) or other medical device to correct a given deformity by solving the simultaneous equations representing the kinematic chain for the device. One skilled in the art would appreciate that x-rays, clinical evaluations or a combination of , both may be used to determine the distal and proximal mounting characteristics, including the use of digital x-rays with images from an imaging device to reduce or eliminate the need for a physician to take measurements. The technique can be expanded to other medical evaluations. Additionally, one skilled in the art would appreciate that the method of the present invention could be …

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  • Filed November 14, 2003 and granted May 29, 2012. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended November 14, 2023.
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FiledNovember 14, 2003
GrantedMay 29, 2012
Term endedNovember 14, 2023
Patent numberCA 2505744 C
Classification (IPC)A61B17/56 +2 more

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2004200620082010201220142016201820202022Application filedNov 14, 2003Patent grantedMay 29, 2012Term endedNov 14, 2023

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