Soft tissue rivet and method of use

Details Soft tissue rivet and method of use Soft tissue rivet and method of use

2009-08-11

2011-11-15

Barrett, Thomas C. (Department: 3775)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S313000, C606S326000, C606S327000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08057524

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for reattaching soft tissue to a selected boney structure using a rivet. Generally, a rivet having first portion and a second portion is provided to fully secure a soft tissue in the boney structure. The first portion of the rivet retains the soft tissue via a suture which is threaded through the first portion. The second portion of the rivet has at least one expanding member which engages the boney structure upon contact with the first portion of the rivet. Thus, the soft tissue is fully secured to the boney structure, ensuring proper healing.

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