Stryker has been granted a patent for a selection system designed to aid in the selection of prosthetic components during shoulder surgery. The system includes a ring, shims, and a measurement device to generate data for optimal component selection. The system is removed after final component installation for performance verification. GlobalData’s report on Stryker gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Stryker, Surgical robots was a key innovation area identified from patents. Stryker's grant share as of May 2024 was 54%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Shoulder surgery prosthetic component selection system
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11998456B2) discloses a selection system designed to aid in the selection of prosthetic components during shoulder surgery. The system includes a ring that can be directly coupled to a bone in the shoulder joint, along with fasteners such as nails or screws. A measurement device with sensors positioned around an external curved surface is attached to the ring, allowing for the generation of measurement data crucial for selecting the appropriate shoulder prosthetic components. This data can assist in choosing the prosthetic component for the second bone of the shoulder joint, a further component for the first bone, or both, enhancing the precision of surgical procedures.
Furthermore, the selection system incorporates a computer and display to process and present the measurement data in real-time for the surgical team's use. The system's ability to measure load position and magnitude, along with supporting shoulder joint movement, ensures comprehensive data for decision-making. Notably, the system's offset falls between different prosthetic components, with specific load ranges indicating the selection of either an in-lay humeral prosthetic component or an on-lay humeral prosthetic component. This innovative system aims to streamline the prosthetic selection process during shoulder surgeries, potentially improving surgical outcomes and patient recovery.
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