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US 2026/0306139 A1Published application
Orthopedic extendable rods
AssigneeGlobus Medical, Inc.
InventorsBobby Lynch, Kurt Faulhaber
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Abstract
Embodiments herein are generally directed to extendable rods for use in orthopedic assemblies. In some embodiments, these implants may be used in conjunction with procedures to treat spinal deformities, including, but not limited to, early onset scoliosis.
Claims13
An extendable rod assembly comprising:
- an elongate sleeve shaped as a curved tube and comprising a first end and a second end;
- a two-piece actuating rod comprising a first segment pivotably coupled to a second segment, wherein the two-piece actuating rod is configured to be received by the first end of the elongate sleeve;
- a fixed rod configured to be received by the second end of the elongate sleeve, wherein the extendable rod assembly is configured to extend longitudinally along a curved line.
- Wherein the first segment extends distally from the second segment of the two-piece actuating rod.
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