Griffith, MN
David Griffith, White Bear Lake, MN US
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20150320624 | PRONE CART - A prone cart for transporting a patient in a hospital or clinic setting is provided. The prone cart includes a frame having a pair of extension slides coupled thereto and first and second sets of wheels. An upper portion includes first and second moveably adjustable trays operably coupled to said extension slides. The second tray includes a plurality of apertures in at least one side rail and the first tray includes at least one locking spring pin operably receivable by one of said plurality of apertures. The prone cart also includes a patient support surface. | 11-12-2015 |
Lawrence E. Griffith, Lakeville, MN US
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20100130828 | SURGICAL RETRACTOR FIXING DEVICE - The invention relates to a surgical retractor fixing device, comprising: (a) a clamp body ( | 05-27-2010 |
20100178100 | LOCKABLE JOINT - A lockable joint such as a lockable ball-and-socket joint comprising a first arm ( | 07-15-2010 |
20150010341 | LOCKABLE JOINT - A lockable joint such as a lockable ball-and-socket joint comprising a first arm having a swivel head and a socket, the swivel head being pivotably mounted to the socket, and a locking device arranged for locking the swivel head with respect to the socket, the locking device having a piston, a pressure gas source, and an actuating device arranged for reversibly disconnecting the piston from the pressure gas source where in the pressure gas source is a gas cartridge. A seal suitable at a wide range of temperatures and pressures can be used with at least the pressure gas source. | 01-08-2015 |
Martin John Griffith, Lakeville, MN US
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20160038155 | Glow-In-The-Dark Tourniquet System - A glow-in-the-dark tourniquet system for providing a tourniquet that remains visible in low-light conditions. The glow-in-the-dark tourniquet system generally includes an elongated member having a first surface and a second surface opposite of the first surface adapted to be used as a tourniquet. The elongated member includes a phosphorescent material to visibly glow in low light conditions to prevent the elongated member from being forgotten on a patient. The elongated member also may include one or more indicia on the first surface to provide additional visual information to medical personnel in low light conditions. | 02-11-2016 |
Paul E. Griffith, Lino Lake, MN US
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20080245695 | MAIL FLAT ASSEMBLY FOR AUTOMATED PROCESSING AND METHOD OF DISTRIBUTING PROMOTIONAL ITEMS USING SAME - A flexible, uniform mail package for use with automated mailing procedures and a method of distributing advertising and promotional items. A mail package includes a plastic tray with at least one well for containing and securing an article, such as a pen or a key tag, within the mail package. The mail package meets current and proposed USPS uniformity and flexibility standards for automated handling of the mail packages, and is capable of being processed, without issue, using automatic equipment thereby reducing postage costs compared to non-flat machinable mail pieces. | 10-09-2008 |
Paul E. Griffith, Lino Lakes, MN US
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20080302698 | MAIL FLAT ASSEMBLY FOR AUTOMATED PROCESSING AND METHOD OF DISTRIBUTING PROMOTIONAL ITEMS USING SAME - A flexible, uniform mail package for use with automated mailing procedures and a method of distributing advertising and promotional items. A mail package includes a plastic tray with at least one well for containing and securing an article, such as a pen or a key tag, within the mail package. The mail package meets current and proposed USPS uniformity and flexibility standards for automated handling of the mail packages, and is capable of being processed, without issue, using automatic equipment thereby reducing postage costs compared to non-flat machinable mail pieces. | 12-11-2008 |
Ronald Eric Griffith, Lakeville, MN US
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20160038155 | Glow-In-The-Dark Tourniquet System - A glow-in-the-dark tourniquet system for providing a tourniquet that remains visible in low-light conditions. The glow-in-the-dark tourniquet system generally includes an elongated member having a first surface and a second surface opposite of the first surface adapted to be used as a tourniquet. The elongated member includes a phosphorescent material to visibly glow in low light conditions to prevent the elongated member from being forgotten on a patient. The elongated member also may include one or more indicia on the first surface to provide additional visual information to medical personnel in low light conditions. | 02-11-2016 |
Rose A. Griffith, Eden Prairie, MN US
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20120191467 | DIAGNOSTIC IDENTIFICATION, EVALUATION AND MANAGEMENT OF POLYVASCULAR DISEASE AND RELATED CONDITIONS - One aspect of the present invention provides an electronic system accessible via a collaborative subscription service to facilitate improved access and analysis of patient data relevant to Polyvascular disease. In one specific embodiment, the electronic system is used by physicians and health care service providers to aggregate relevant medical data points, as the electronic system provides recommendations and analysis of patient care for specific Polyvascular symptoms and conditions. These data points are collected through appropriate medical devices and are transmitted for storage and access within the operational environment. One embodiment of the service also enables a collaborate environment for communication between various health care providers, professionals, and the patient regarding specific patient conditions. Accordingly, improved diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of the various conditions related to Polyvascular disease can be deployed for the patient. | 07-26-2012 |
20160029900 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ASSESSING SEVERITY AND STAGE OF PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE AND LOWER EXTREMITY WOUNDS USING ANGIOSOME MAPPING - The present invention provides a system for assessing the severity and stage of PAD including at least one sensor that measures skin perfusion pressure; a knowledge base that provides data on lower extremity angiosomes; and a processing device in operable communication with the sensor and the knowledge base, the processing device that outputs a visual representation of at least one of the lower extremity angiosomes that guides the sensor in the mapping of a testing site relative to a target vessel where the skin perfusion pressure measurement will be taken. | 02-04-2016 |
Steven L. Griffith, Eden Prairie, MN US
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20080249627 | Prosthetic Disc Device and Method for Intervertebral Disc Replacement - An implant and method for insertion between two adjacent vertebrae includes an implant body having a leading end and a trailing end spaced apart by a longitudinal dimension of the implant, two diametrically opposed first and second shells, each of the shells having a body portion and a thread portion extending outwardly from the body portion, and a resilient support portion disposed between the two shells. The support portion may be made of an elastomeric material or may include a spring mechanism. | 10-09-2008 |
20080319486 | FLEXIBLE MEMBER WITH VARIABLE FLEXIBILITY FOR PROVIDING DYNAMIC STABILITY TO A SPINE - The present invention relates to spinal support devices and, more specifically, to a flexible member having variable flexibility for use with a dynamic stabilization system or implant to provide dynamic stability to a person's spine. The flexible member generally includes a first material having a first portion including a first material having a first elasticity and a second portion including a second material having a second elasticity greater than the first to provide the flexible member with a variable flexibility. | 12-25-2008 |
20090093845 | Flexible Member with Variable Flexibility for Providing Dynamic Stability to a Spine - The present invention relates to spinal support devices and, more specifically, to a flexible member having variable flexibility for use with a dynamic stabilization system or implant to provide dynamic stability to a person's spine. The flexible member generally includes a first material having a first portion including a first material having a first elasticity and a second portion including a second material having a second elasticity greater than the first to provide the flexible member with a variable flexibility. | 04-09-2009 |
20090118767 | Flexible Member with Variable Flexibility for Providing Dynamic Stability to a Spine - The present invention relates to spinal support devices and, more specifically, to a flexible member having variable flexibility for use with a dynamic stabilization system or implant to provide dynamic stability to a person's spine. The flexible member generally includes a first material having a first portion including a first material having a first elasticity and a second portion including a second material having a second elasticity greater than the first to provide the flexible member with a variable flexibility. | 05-07-2009 |
20120283835 | TISSUE FIXATION AND REPAIR SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system and method for securing an implantable medical device to an anatomical feature, such as bony structures and/or soft tissues near the spine. The system includes a tissue fixation device and a tissue fixation device delivery tool. The tissue fixation device includes at least one bone or tissue anchor and a connecting element coupled thereto. The tissue fixation device optionally includes a flexible anchoring strap for engaging the implantable medical device. The bone or tissue anchor are configured to be deployed into the anatomical feature, and the connecting element is tightened to secure the implantable medical device to the anatomical feature. | 11-08-2012 |
20130012997 | FLEXIBLE MEMBER WITH VARIABLE FLEXIBILITY FOR PROVIDING DYNAMIC STABILITY TO A SPINE - The present invention relates to spinal support devices and, more specifically, to a flexible member having variable flexibility for use with a dynamic stabilization system or implant to provide dynamic stability to a person's spine. The flexible member generally includes a first material having a first portion including a first material having a first elasticity and a second portion including a second material having a second elasticity greater than the first to provide the flexible member with a variable flexibility. | 01-10-2013 |
20150258332 | TISSUE FIXATION AND REPAIR SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system and method for securing an implantable medical device to an anatomical feature, such as bony structures and/or soft tissues near the spine. The system includes a tissue fixation device and a tissue fixation device delivery tool. The tissue fixation device includes at least one bone or tissue anchor and a connecting element coupled thereto. The tissue fixation device optionally includes a flexible anchoring strap for engaging the implantable medical device. The bone or tissue anchor are configured to be deployed into the anatomical feature, and the connecting element is tightened to secure the implantable medical device to the anatomical feature. | 09-17-2015 |