Methods to Reconstruct Bone and Joint Surfaces in Elbow, Wrist, or Hand Joint
Summary
The USPTO published patent application US20260096893A1 filed by Subchondral Solutions, Inc. The application discloses methods for reconstructing bone and joint surfaces in elbow, wrist, or hand joints using subchondral bone techniques for therapeutic treatment of joint defects without requiring full or partial joint replacement. The filing date was September 21, 2023.
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The USPTO published patent application US20260096893A1 for bone and joint surface reconstruction methods targeting elbow, wrist, and hand joints. The methods leverage subchondral bone health to restore joint biomechanical function without joint replacement, specifically addressing the humeroradial joint and other upper extremity joints. Inventors are Derek Dee and Chris Maurer.
Medical device manufacturers developing orthopedic reconstruction technologies should monitor this application for competitive intelligence purposes. Healthcare institutions specializing in joint reconstruction may find these methods relevant to emerging treatment approaches. The patent application represents intellectual property activity in the subchondral bone reconstruction space.
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METHODS TO RECONSTRUCT BONE AND JOINT SURFACES IN A ELBOW, WRIST, OR HAND JOINT
Application US20260096893A1 Kind: A1 Apr 09, 2026
Assignee
Subchondral Solutions, Inc.
Inventors
Derek Dee, Chris Maurer
Abstract
Bone and joint surface reconstruction methods are disclosed for the therapeutic amelioration of joint defects caused by various conditions, injuries, and diseases to help eliminate or reduce pain and return the joint to its proper bio-mechanical function without the need to replace fully or partially the anatomical joint. The joint may specifically include mammalian joints such as the humeroradial joint or other joint of the elbow, wrist, or hand, for example. The methods disclosed herein leverage the significant role the subchondral bone plays in the health status of the afflicted joint.
CPC Classifications
A61F 2/3804 A61F 2/30749 A61F 2/4601 A61F 2/4605 A61F 2002/30224 A61F 2002/30331 A61F 2002/30461 A61F 2002/30514 A61F 2002/30622 A61F 2002/30677 A61F 2002/3809 A61F 2002/4677
Filing Date
2023-09-21
Application No.
19113855
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