Reverse Shoulder Glenoid Baseplate System
Summary
The USPTO published patent application US20260090893A1 for a reverse shoulder system including a glenoid baseplate with a stem featuring a central channel within the sidewall. The longitudinal axis of the glenoid baseplate is angled relative to the stem axis and is not perpendicular to it. Inventors are Donald E. Running, Robert J. Ball, and Jason Slone. Filing date was December 5, 2025.
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This patent application (US20260090893A1) discloses a reverse shoulder system comprising a glenoid baseplate with a novel stem design. The stem includes a longitudinal axis and a central channel within the sidewall. The glenoid baseplate's longitudinal axis is intentionally angled relative to the stem axis, positioned non-perpendicularly. The application also covers related components including glenosphere elements and associated tools.
Medical device manufacturers developing orthopedic shoulder implants should review the patent claims to assess potential licensing needs or design-around considerations. This publication represents intellectual property protection for reverse shoulder arthroplasty components and does not impose compliance obligations on manufacturers.
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TOTAL REVERSE SHOULDER SYSTEMS AND METHODS
Application US20260090893A1 Kind: A1 Apr 02, 2026
Inventors
Donald E. Running, Robert J. Ball, Jason Slone
Abstract
A reverse shoulder system can include, for example, a glenoid baseplate comprising a longitudinal axis, the glenoid baseplate further including a stem and a central channel within a sidewall of the stem. The stem can include a longitudinal axis. The longitudinal axis of the glenoid baseplate can be angled with respect to the longitudinal axis of the stem, wherein the longitudinal axis of the glenoid baseplate is not perpendicular with respect to the longitudinal axis of the stem. Other components including a glenosphere, tools, and methods of use are also disclosed.
CPC Classifications
A61F 2/4081 A61B 17/1778 A61F 2/30749 A61F 2002/30616 A61F 2002/4085
Filing Date
2025-12-05
Application No.
19411078
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