Glucose measuring device for use in personal area network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

BONE FIXATION DEVICE, TOOLS AND METHODS

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at one or more locations on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper(s) to deploy the gripper(s) from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Alternative gripper designs are disclosed that may be used in various combinations. 1. A bone fixation device comprising:an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid;a first actuatable bone engaging gripper disposed on the elongate body;a second actuatable bone engaging gripper disposed on the elongate body distal from the first gripper; andan actuator operably connected to at least one of the first and the second grippers to actuate the gripper from a disengaged configuration to an engaged configuration, the first and the second grippers each having at least one bendable member, the member pivoting away from the longitudinal axis of the elongate body when the gripper is actuated, the actuator also being operably connected to the elongate body to change the elongate body from its flexible state to its rigid state.2. The bone fixation device ...

STRAIGHT INTRAMEDULLARY FRACTURE FIXATION DEVICES AND METHODS

A straight intramedullary bone fracture fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis for deployment in a long bone, such as a clavicle. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and engaging an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations and designs may be used in combination with other fixation device components. 1. A bone fixation device comprising:an elongate body having a distal threaded fixation region, a proximal hub, a tubular surface, a longitudinal inner lumen, and a wall extending between the tubular surface and the longitudinal inner lumen,the tubular surface being sized to fit within an intramedullary space within a bone,a first cannula thread extending along at least a portion of the longitudinal inner lumen; anda compression screw rotationally engageable with the first cannula thread, the compression screw configured to apply an axial compression to the body.2. The bone fixation device of claim 1 , further comprising a slot extending through the proximal hub and the longitudinal inner lumen claim 1 , the slot being configured for orienting a cross screw for anchoring the proximal hub.3. The bone fixation device of claim 1 , further comprising:an actuatable bone engaging mechanism disposed within the elongate body, wherein the bone engaging mechanism comprises a gripper having at least one bendable member such that as the gripper is actuated, the bendable member pivots away from the longitudinal axis of the elongate body and the gripper is deployed from a retracted configuration to an engaged configuration; andan actuator operably connected to the bone engaging mechanism to ...

FRACTURE FIXATION DEVICE, TOOLS AND METHODS

Bone fixation methods and devices with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a flexible state and a rigid state, a plurality of grippers, a rigid hub connected to the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the grippers to deploy the grippers from a first shape to an expanded second shape. One method can include inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a rigid hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy a plurality of grippers of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. 1. A method of repairing a fracture of a long bone , the method comprising:advancing a bone fixation device across a fracture of an intramedullary space of a long bone,wherein the bone fixation device comprises a rigid hub, a plurality of grippers, and an elongate body with a flexible state and a rigid state,wherein the rigid hub comprises a first end and a second end and the rigid hub is advanced to a position spanning the fracture;operating an actuator from the second end of the rigid hub for rigidizing the elongate body from the flexible state to the rigid state so as to inhibit movement of the elongate body; anddeploying the plurality of grippers of the bone fixation device from an advancement configuration to a deployed configuration extending radially outwardly from the elongate body so as to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the bone fixation device to the long bone.2. The method of wherein the operating step comprises rotating the actuator with respect to the bone fixation device.3. The method of wherein the operating step comprises pivoting a pivotable gripper element away from a longitudinal axis of the elongate body.4. The method of wherein the ...

BONE FIXATION DEVICE, TOOLS AND METHODS

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at one or more locations on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper(s) to deploy the gripper(s) from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various hub designs are disclosed that may be used in combination with other fixation device components. 1. (canceled)2. An implantable bone fixation device comprising:an elongate hub comprising a mesh structure and a tubular portion,wherein the mesh structure comprises a flexible state and a locked state,wherein the tubular portion is proximal of the mesh structure,the tubular portion comprising a wall with an outer surface and an inner surface, the outer surface with a round cross-sectional shape, the inner surface with a round cross-sectional shape,wherein the wall extends along the mesh structure, the mesh structure comprising a plurality of apertures over at least a portion of the outer surface,wherein the plurality of apertures are configured to deform to hold a fastener connected to the hub; andan actuator operably connected to the elongate hub for changing the mesh structure from the flexible state to the locked state.3. The implantable bone fixation device of ...

STRAIGHT INTRAMEDULLARY FRACTURE FIXATION DEVICES AND METHODS

A straight intramedullary bone fracture fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis for deployment in a long bone, such as a clavicle. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and engaging an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations and designs may be used in combination with other fixation device components. 1. A bone fixation device comprising:an elongate body having a distal threaded fixation region, a proximal hub, a tubular surface, a longitudinal inner lumen, and a wall extending between the tubular surface and the longitudinal inner lumen,the tubular surface being sized to fit within an intramedullary space within a bone,a first cannula thread extending along at least a portion of the longitudinal inner lumen; anda compression screw rotationally engageable with the first cannula thread, the compression screw configured to apply an axial compression to the body.2. The bone fixation device of claim 1 , further comprising a slot extending through the proximal hub and the longitudinal inner lumen claim 1 , the slot being configured for orienting a cross screw for anchoring the proximal hub.3. The bone fixation device of claim 1 , further comprising:an actuatable bone engaging mechanism disposed within the elongate body, wherein the bone engaging mechanism comprises a gripper having at least one bendable member such that as the gripper is actuated, the bendable member pivots away from the longitudinal axis of the elongate body and the gripper is deployed from a retracted configuration to an engaged configuration; andan actuator operably connected to the bone engaging mechanism to ...

Glucose Measuring Device for Use in Personal Area Network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety. 1a client unit including a client wireless communication module and a glucose sensor in contact with a bodily fluid to determine a glucose level in the bodily fluid and generate corresponding glucose data, the bodily fluid comprising one of blood or interstitial fluid; and 'wherein the automobile comprises programming that includes one or more acceptable glucose level ranges, and wherein one or more functions of the automobile is configured to be disabled until the received glucose data is within the one or more acceptable glucose level ranges.', 'an automobile including an automobile communication module configured to communicate with the client unit to receive the glucose data from the client unit;'}. A data communication system, comprising: This application is a continuation of Ser. No. 14/176,822 filed on Feb. 10, 2014, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,730,584, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/426,887 filed on Apr. 20, 2009, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,647,269, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/861,625 filed on Jun. 4, 2004, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,066,639, entitled “Glucose Measuring Device For Use In Personal Area Network”, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/477,730 filed on Jun. 10, 2003, entitled “Glucose Measuring Device For Use In Personal Area Network”, the disclosures of each of which are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes.This invention relates to a device and method for determining and ...

Glucose Measuring Device for Use in Personal Area Network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety. 1. A data communication system , comprising:a client unit including a client wireless communication module and a glucose sensor in contact with a bodily fluid to determine a glucose level in the bodily fluid and generate corresponding glucose data, the bodily fluid comprising one of blood or interstitial fluid; and 'wherein the automobile comprises programming that includes one or more acceptable glucose level ranges, and wherein one or more functions of the automobile is configured to be disabled until the received glucose data is within the one or more acceptable glucose level ranges.', 'an automobile including an automobile communication module configured to communicate with the client unit to receive the glucose data from the client unit;'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the client unit is configured to encrypt the glucose data.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the automobile is configured to decrypt the glucose data.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the communication between the client unit and the automobile is based on an 802.11 protocol claim 1 , a short-range wireless communication protocol claim 1 , a radio frequency (RF) protocol claim 1 , an infrared data association (IrDA) protocol claim 1 , or one or more combinations thereof.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the automobile is configured to generate one or more health management signals based on the glucose data received from the client unit.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the automobile comprises an alarm that is ...

Glucose Measuring Device for Use in Personal Area Network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety. 1a client unit including a wireless communication module and an analyte sensor in contact with a bodily fluid to determine an analyte level in the bodily fluid and generate corresponding analyte data for the determined analyte level; and 'wherein the automobile computing device stores one or more acceptable analyte level ranges, and wherein the automobile computing device is configured to provide an alarm and when the determined analyte level is outside of the one or more acceptable analyte level ranges.', 'an automobile, comprising an automobile computing device including a receiver configured to communicate with the client unit to receive the analyte data from the client unit when the client unit enters the automobile;'}. A data communication system, comprising: This application is a continuation of Ser. No. 15/675,634 filed on Aug. 11, 2017, which is a continuation of Ser. No. 14/176,822 filed on Feb. 10, 2014, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,730,584, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/426,887 filed on Apr. 20, 2009, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,647,269, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/861,625 filed on Jun. 4, 2004, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,066,639, entitled “Glucose Measuring Device For Use In Personal Area Network”, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/477,730 filed on Jun. 10, 2003, entitled “Glucose Measuring Device For Use In Personal Area Network”, the disclosures of each of which are incorporated herein by reference ...

Augments and Methods of Implanting Augments

Exemplary embodiments are directed to an augment and methods of implanting an augment. The methods include inserting the augment into a bone cavity of a bone of a host. The augment includes a body with an outer surface and at least one hole preformed in the body. The method includes introducing a fastener from an outer surface of the bone into a hole formed in the bone and engaging the fastener with the hole of the bone. The method includes passing the fastener through the hole of the bone. The method includes introducing into and engaging the fastener with the at least one hole in the body of the augment to fixate the augment within the bone cavity. 1. A method of implanting an augment , comprising:inserting the augment into a bone cavity of a bone of a host, the augment including a body with an outer surface and at least one hole preformed in the body;introducing a fastener from an outer surface of the bone into a hole formed in the bone and engaging the fastener with the hole of the bone;passing the fastener through the hole of the bone; andintroducing into and engaging the fastener with the at least one hole in the body of the augment to fixate the augment within the bone cavity.2. The method of claim 1 , comprising forming the bone cavity in the bone of the host.3. The method of claim 1 , comprising forming the hole in the bone claim 1 , the hole extending from the outer surface of the bone into the bone cavity.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein engaging the fastener with the at least one hole in the body of the augment fixates the augment to an inner surface of the bone cavity.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the bone is at least one of a femur claim 1 , a tibia claim 1 , or an acetabulum.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the augment is formed from at least one of a metal claim 1 , a non-metal claim 1 , or a biodegradable material.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the body of the augment is porous.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the body is flexible.9. ...

Glucose measuring device for use in personal area network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

Glucose measuring device for use in personal area network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

Glucose measuring device for use in personal area network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a flexible state and a rigid state, a plurality of grippers disposed at longitudinally spaced locations of the elongated body, a curved rigid hub connected to the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the grippers to deploy the grippers from a first shape to an expanded second shape. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprising inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a curved rigid hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy a plurality of grippers of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone.

Straight intramedullary fracture fixation devices and methods

A straight intramedullary bone fracture fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis for deployment in a long bone, such as a clavicle. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and engaging an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations and designs may be used in combination with other fixation device components.

Segmented intramedullary fracture fixation devices and methods

A segmented bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a segmented fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture, providing rigidity across the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations allow a segmented device body to change shape as it moves from a flexible state to a rigid state.

Bone fixation device, tools and methods

Bone cement mixing and loading apparatus

An apparatus for mixing bone cement and containing the mixed bone cement preparatory to dispensing. The mixing chamber has an outlet for the mixed cement. A cartridge has an inlet releasably coupled to the outlet of the mixing chamber for receiving mixed bone cement therefrom. Structure is provided for moving cement from an upper region of the mixing chamber down into a lower region thereof to mix same and for moving such mixed cement off an inner surface of the mixing chamber and into the cartridge.

Bone cement mixing and loading apparatus

An apparatus for mixing bone cement and containing the mixed bone cement preparatory to dispensing. The mixing chamber has an outlet for the mixed cement. A cartridge has an inlet releasably coupled to the outlet of the mixing chamber for receiving mixed bone cement therefrom. Structure is provided for moving cement from an upper region of the mixing chamber down into a lower region thereof to mix same and for moving such mixed cement off an inner surface of the mixing chamber and into the cartridge.

Glucose Measuring Device For Use In Personal Area Network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

Glucose Measuring Device For Use In Personal Area Network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuatable gripper disposed at a distal location on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper to deploy the gripper from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations are disclosed for allowing a device body to change shape as it moves from a flexible state to a rigid state.

Hand actuable surgical handpiece

An inventive surgical handpiece comprises a handle unit and structure carried by the handle unit for engaging a patient. A hand actuable element is mounted for rotation on the handle unit, about first and second mutually transverse axes. A first mechanism is responsive to rotation of the hand actuable element about its first axis for imparting first degree of freedom movement to the patient engaging structure. A second mechanism is responsive to rotation of the same hand actuable element about its second axis for imparting second degree of freedom movement to the patient engaging structure.

Glucose Measuring Device for Use In Personal Area Network

A glucose measuring system includes a glucose meter that incorporates wireless communication capabilities. The meter can advantageously be a low cost meter by eliminating expensive components, such as the display. The user nevertheless is able to retrieve and view his or her glucose values by referring to displays within the glucose measuring local area network. Feedback via these displays can advantageously be used by the diabetic to create a higher level of confidence and safety.

Minimally invasive actuable bone fixation devices, systems and methods of use

Method and apparatus for bone reinforcement, fixation and treatment of diseased or fractured bones including a supporting structure optionally coated with therapeutic agent is provided. The supporting structure or device may be collapsible upon deployment at the surgical site, and include fixation features such as anchors to securely position in place once deployed. Bone cement or other material may be provided to alternatively secure the positioned supporting structure for treatment.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at a distal location on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper to deploy the gripper from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations are disclosed for allowing a device body to change shape as it moves from a flexible state to a rigid state.

Minimally invasive actuable bone fixation devices, systems and methods of use

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a flexible state and a rigid state, a plurality of grippers disposed at longitudinally spaced locations of the elongated body, a curved rigid hub connected to the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the grippers to deploy the grippers from a first shape to an expanded second shape. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprising inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a curved rigid hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy a plurality of grippers of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone.

Minimally invasive actuable bone fixation devices

Apparatus for bone reinforcement, fixation and treatment of diseased or fractured bones including a supporting structure optionally coated with therapeutic agent is provided. The supporting structure or device may be collapsible upon deployment at the surgical site, and include fixation features such as anchors to securely position in place once deployed. Bone cement or other material may be provided to alternatively secure the positioned supporting structure for treatment. A lockable bone fixation device is described that comprises: a sleeve adapted to be positioned in a space formed in a bone; a guidewire adapted to guide movement of the sleeve; and an actuable lock adapted to secure the sleeve within the space of the bone from an end of the device.

Bone fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at one or more locations on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper(s) to deploy the gripper(s) from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Alternative gripper designs are disclosed that may be used in various combinations.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a flexible state and a rigid state, a plurality of grippers disposed at longitudinally spaced locations of the elongated body, a curved rigid hub connected to the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the grippers to deploy the grippers from a first shape to an expanded second shape. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprising inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a curved rigid hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy a plurality of grippers of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at a distal location on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper to deploy the gripper from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation de-vice to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Various configurations are disclosed for allowing a device body to change shape as it moves from a flexible state to a rigid state.

Bone fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at one or more locations on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper(s) to deploy the gripper(s) from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone. Alternative gripper designs are disclosed that may be used in various combinations.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a flexible state and a rigid state, a plurality of grippers disposed at longitudinally spaced locations of the elongated body, a curved rigid hub connected to the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the grippers to deploy the grippers from a first shape to an expanded second shape. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprising inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a curved rigid hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy a plurality of grippers of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone.

Fracture fixation device, tools and methods

A bone fixation device is provided with an elongate body having a longitudinal axis and having a first state in which at least a portion of the body is flexible and a second state in which the body is generally rigid, an actuateable gripper disposed at a distal location on the elongated body, a hub located on a proximal end of the elongated body, and an actuator operably connected to the gripper to deploy the gripper from a retracted configuration to an expanded configuration. Methods of repairing a fracture of a bone are also disclosed. One such method comprises inserting a bone fixation device into an intramedullary space of the bone to place at least a portion of an elongate body of the fixation device in a flexible state on one side of the fracture and at least a portion of a hub on another side of the fracture, and operating an actuator to deploy at least one gripper of the fixation device to engage an inner surface of the intramedullary space to anchor the fixation device to the bone.