TODAY’S PATENT – METHOD FOR REPAIRING FOCAL DEFECTS IN TISSUE OF A PATIENT

The said invention (US9622823B2) was invented by Timothy J. Bozung and John J. Janik and patented by USPTO on April 18^th, 2017. Currently, it stands assigned to Stryker Corp.

Most existing tracking systems use a camera to detect a tracking device attached to the instrument. This tracking device contains several optical markers, like LEDs, which help determine the instrument’s position and orientation.

The claimed invention is a compact and user-friendly instrument for tissue treatment during medical procedures and offers easy handling and precise positioning of the working portion relative to the hand-held part across multiple degrees of freedom. This design reduces visual obstruction and ensures comfortable usage.

Real-time feedback mechanisms provide enhanced precision by informing operators and improves surgical efficiency by minimizing adjustments and optimizing workflow. The instrument’s versatility allows for use in various medical procedures, including spinal fusion, hip surgeries, knee procedures, cartilage repairs, and bone preparations for implants, making it suitable for a wide range of tissue treatments.