OrthoPediatrics Osteotomy Device Patent Granted

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Published April 7th, 2026

Detected April 7th, 2026

Summary

USPTO granted patent US12594100B2 to OrthoPediatrics Corp. covering osteotomy devices and methods including bone plates, bridging devices, and spreading mechanisms with 18 claims. The patent relates to surgical tools for performing osteotomies with scissors-type spreading mechanisms and ergonomic designs.

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USPTO granted patent US12594100B2 to OrthoPediatrics Corp. for an osteotomy device and associated methods. The patent covers a kit comprising a bone plate, bridging device, and spreading device configured for performing osteotomies, with the spreading device including a scissors-type mechanism for spreading wedge-shaped members and an ergonomic grip design.

This patent grant provides OrthoPediatrics Corp. with exclusive intellectual property rights to manufacture and commercialize the patented osteotomy device technology in the United States. Competitors in the orthopedic medical device space should avoid designing devices that would infringe these claims and may need to evaluate licensing opportunities or design-around strategies.

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Osteotomy device and methods

Grant US12594100B2 Kind: B2 Apr 07, 2026

Assignee

OrthoPediatrics Corp.

Inventors

Chris Powers, Sarah Poorman, Luis Vega, Cristian Gurrola, Grace Gibbs

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for performing an osteotomy. One embodiment includes a kit comprising a bone plate, a bridging device, and a spreading device. The bridge is configured to hold open the incision in the bone, whether the spreading device is inserted into the bone, or the bone plate is attached to the bone. The spreading device preferably includes a scissors-type mechanism for spreading two wedge-shaped members apart, contemplating both pivotal and displacement movements of one wedging member relative to another wedging member. The spring device preferably includes an ergonomic grip for the hand of the physician, and a hammering surface useful in inserting the spreading device into the incision.