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Patent US7694452 - Bait launcher - Google PatentsSearch Images Maps Play YouTube News Gmail Drive More »Sign inAdvanced Patent SearchPatentsA device is disclosed that pneumatically propels a fishing lure or bait/weight combination a great distance. Pneumatic pressure is provided in combination with a conventional ice chest. A pneumatic tube is releasably provided from the ice chest. The pneumatic tube also operates as a handle to pull the...http://www.google.com/patents/US7694452?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7694452 - Bait launcherAdvanced Patent SearchPublication numberUS7694452 B2Publication typeGrantApplication numberUS 11/895,522Publication dateApr 13, 2010Filing dateAug 27, 2007Priority dateAug 27, 2007Fee statusLapsedAlso published asUS20090056193Publication number11895522, 895522, US 7694452 B2, US 7694452B2, US-B2-7694452, US7694452 B2, US7694452B2InventorsLeo R. CroisetiereOriginal AssigneeCroisetiere Leo RExport CitationBiBTeX, EndNote, RefManPatent Citations (99), Non-Patent Citations (1), Classifications (8), Legal Events (3) External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, EspacenetBait launcherUS 7694452 B2Abstract A device is disclosed that pneumatically propels a fishing lure or bait/weight combination a great distance. Pneumatic pressure is provided in combination with a conventional ice chest. A pneumatic tube is releasably provided from the ice chest. The pneumatic tube also operates as a handle to pull the ice chest on wheels when the pneumatic tube is in storage position. A power piston located within the pneumatic tube propels the fishing lure or bait/weight combination with pneumatic pressure is released with a valve mechanism.
1. A device for casting a fishing lure or bait/weight combination, comprising an ice chest, the ice chest including a connector having first and second ends, the first end of the connector being releasably connected to a proximal end of a pneumatic tube, the pneumatic tube having a power piston within the pneumatic tube that propels the fishing lure or bait/weight combination, a source of pneumatic pressure and an air chamber which are connected to the pneumatic tube by the connector, the connector extending from said first end through a wall of the ice chest to a second opposing end thereof located inside the ice chest and connected to the air chamber, the ice chest supporting at least the air chamber therein, the air chamber pressurized by the source of pneumatic pressure, a valve that is on the connector and interposed between the first and second ends of the connector, whereby operation of the valve releases air pressure to the pneumatic tube and propels the power piston down the pneumatic tube, thereby propelling the fishing lure or bait/weight combination down the pneumatic tube and launching the fishing lure or bait/weight combination.
2. The device of claim 1 further including a pressure relief switch operatively connected to the air chamber that limits the upper pressure within the air chamber, thereby eliminating the possibility of over pressurization of the air chamber.
3. The device of claim 1 wherein the source of pneumatic pressure is a pneumatic pump, wherein the pneumatic pump is located internally within the ice chest, and is electrically actuated, and includes a source of direct current to operate the pneumatic pump.
4. The device of claim 3 wherein the source of direct current is a battery.
5. The device of claim 4 wherein the battery is selected from the group consisting of a wet cell battery and a gel cell battery.
6. The device of claim 3 wherein the source of direct current is a solar panel.
7. The device of claim 3 wherein the source of direct current is a rechargeable battery.
8. The device of claim 7 wherein a solar panel is electrically connected to the rechargeable battery wherein the rechargeable battery is recharged while the device is in use.
9. The device of claim 1 where the source of pneumatic pressure is a pneumatic pump, wherein the pneumatic pump is located externally of the ice chest, connected to the air chamber through a valve stem that protrudes exterior of the ice chest.
10. The device of claim 1 wherein the pneumatic tube has a lanyard that limits travel of the power piston, the lanyard being connected to a cross bolt at the proximal end of the pneumatic tube that connects to the ice chest.
11. The device of claim 10 wherein the pneumatic tube has an orifice at a distal end thereof enabling pressure release when the power piston has been actuated.
12. The device of claim 1 wherein the ice chest is provided with wheels and with a clamping mechanism that holds the pneumatic tube securely above the ice chest, whereby the ice chest may be rolled along the ground with portions of the pneumatic tube being engaged by the clamping mechanism. Description
FIELD OF THE INVENTION This invention relates to fishing tackle, in particular pneumatic casting mechanisms.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION A conventional fishing rod/reel combination is combined with a pneumatic casting tube, which propels a fishing lure or baited hook and weight much farther than the rod can propel the lure or bait when the rod is used alone. A piston slidingly engaged within the tube is rapidly accelerated with compressed air. The fishing lure or baited hook/weight are held within a cup that is secured to the distal end of the piston, the distal end defined as the end furthest from the ice chest. When the piston is accelerated, and reaches the end of its predetermined travel path, the fishing lure or baited hook/weight leave the tube at a high velocity and reach the suitable distance desired, as determined by the pneumatic pressure.
The pneumatic casting tube is attached to an ice cooler, on wheels. In this manner, the combination of the ice cooler and pneumatic casting mechanism can be readily transported to the location intended. This is especially useful for surf fishing, where the fishing lure or baited hook/weight combination is to be cast a long distance, normally past the surf into areas where backwash of the surf collects food, and fish congregate. Inside the ice cooler a pneumatic pump is separated from the iced compartment. The pneumatic pump provides the necessary air pressure to propel the piston.
BACKGROUND Devices that propel a fishing lure or a weighted bait have been the subject of numerous patents. U.S. Pat. No. 3,828,459 to Easom shows a pneumatic rifle cast fishing rod. The pneumatic means is integral with the fishing rod.
U.S. Pat. No. 3,419,991 shows a pneumatic device located within the handle portion of a fishing rod, that propels the lure.
Unlike the present invention, none of the prior art pneumatic casting devices utilizes a conventional fishing rod. Nor do they incorporate an ice chest. An ice chest is especially useful when surf fishing, often in the hot sun. The hot beach climate both spoils fish caught very quickly, and makes fishermen thirsty quickly. Therefore, the ice chest is very useful in itself, and provides a convenient location for pneumatic pressure means. The ice chest also offers an excellent location for a rod holder, to hold the rod when casting or waiting for a fish to bite.
The instant invention is particularly adapted to allow a handicapped individual to fully enjoy the sport of fishing.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 shows an ice chest (1), with wheels, that can be rolled to location. Tube (2) is releasable connected to sleeve connector (3) using cam lock (4). In this view, tube (2) is shown dissembled from the ice chest, in a travel mode. Connectors (5) and (6) releaseably attach the tube to the ice chest.
FIG. 2 shows the ice chest (1) and pneumatic tube (2) in profile with the pneumatic tube (2) in operating assembled mode. Power piston (7), with a capsule (8) at its distal end, is at the outermost position, for instance after a cast has been made. Lanyard (9) limits the travel of the power piston (7) preventing the power piston and capsule from exiting the pneumatic tube following a cast. The lanyard (9) is attached to the proximal end of the pneumatic tube (2) with a screw (10), or other appropriate securing mechanism. As used herein, the proximal end is the end closest to the ice chest. Pneumatic pump (11) is shown above wheels (12).
FIG. 3 shows the ice chest and pneumatic casting mechanism, with the ice chest in open condition. Interior wall (13) separates the pneumatic pump and battery from the ice chest and ice.
FIG. 4 shows a pneumatic cylinder, where compressed gas accumulates via the pneumatic pump. In this embodiment, a pneumatic pump is located external of the ice chest, and connects to the pneumatic cylinder through valve connector (24).
FIG. 5 shows the pneumatic tube (2) in section. Piston (7) and cup (8) are at the distal portion of pneumatic tube (2), where the piston and cup would stop at the completion of a cast. Lanyard (9) stops the travel of the piston and cup. Hole (15), located immediately below the piston (7) and cup (8), releases compressed air in the pneumatic tube (2) following a cast. Screw (10) transverses the centerline of pneumatic tube (2) at the proximal end of pneumatic tube (2). Lanyard (9) is secured to screw (10), to limit travel of piston (7) and cup (8) such that they do not exit the pneumatic tube (2). Sleeve (16) overlies the end of pneumatic tube (2) and tapers inwardly, to fit into a corresponding tapered tube (17) on the ice chest, with an interference fit. Pneumatic tube (2) is ordinarily made from orange PVC plastic, to enable easy visibility, so that individuals will not stand in front of the tube. Any bright color that alerts by-standers that to the presence of the pneumatic tube is appropriate.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Referring to FIG. 1, pneumatic tube (2) is shown in storage position held between clamps (5) and (6), and resting on the top of ice chest (1). Ice chest (1) includes wheels (12), secured to the ice chest with axle (18). Clamp (5) is comprised of two members (19) and (20), connected to the front of ice chest (1) with rivets (21). The two clamp members (19) and (20) are rotatable around rivets (21). The end of clamp members (19) and (20) opposite the rivets are provided with semi-circular hook-like clamps that releaseably wrap around the pneumatic tube. At the opposite end of the pneumatic tube, a single clamping member (6) is rotatably secured to the back of the ice chest. Similar to the front semi-circular clamp members, the back clamping member snaps over the pneumatic tube. The semi-circular portions of the front and back clamping members is somewhat more than 180 degrees, so that the clamping members positively snap over the pneumatic tube. The clamping members can release the pneumatic tube by applying an upwards pressure to the semi-circular end portion, thereby increasing the diameter of the clamping members until the pneumatic tube can be easily removed from the grasp of the semi-circular end portions of the clamping members. The pneumatic tube extends beyond the front portion of ice chest (1), thereby forming a handle with which the ice chest (1) can be pulled and moved to a suitable location for fishing.
Although the Figures show semi-circular ended metallic clamps, it is expressly understood that other clamping means can be used to secure the pneumatic tube to the ice chest, such as elastic cords, commonly called bungee cords.
Protruding from the front side of the ice chest is connector (4), that releasable engages the pneumatic tube (2). The pneumatic tube (2) extends through a wall of the ice chest so as to provide a connection between the pneumatic tube (2) and the pump (11) and air chamber (23) after disengaging the pneumatic tube (2) from the clamping members (19) and (20), the pneumatic tube is inserted in ferrule like fashion into connector (4). The proximal end of pneumatic tube (2) is the male member made to fit within the female section of connector (4). A cam lock fitting is provided on the female connector, to securely lock the male connector located on the ice chest to the pneumatic tube. A handle (30) provides a rotatable means to cam the pneumatic tube to connector (4). Although a cam mechanism is shown in the accompanying drawings, any conventional securing means is suitable for this, such as is well known in the art. For instance, a detent type of connection can be provided on the outside surface of connector (4) that snaps into a corresponding detent connection on the inside surface of pneumatic tube (2). When an power source is used, a conventional electrical connection to the pump is provided, such as a standard female electrical jack (29).
Referring to FIG. 2, the pneumatic tube (2) is shown attached to connector (4), in the position immediately following the casting of the fishing lure or bait/weight combination. The normal angle between the pneumatic tube and the ice chest is approximately 45 degrees, enabling maximum distance for the fishing lure or bait/weight combination. Cross bolt (10) extends through the proximal portion of the pneumatic tube (2), closest to the connector (4). Lanyard (9) is secured to the cross bolt (10) on one end, and to the power piston (7) on the other end. Lanyard (9) is long enough to enable power piston (7) to travel past orifice (15), but does not allow power piston (7) to leave the open distal end of pneumatic tube (2). Orifice (15) enables pneumatic pressure within pneumatic tube (2) to be released, by escape through orifice (15) after power piston (7) is propelled past orifice (15).
Pump (11) provides air under pressure to air chamber (23) through air conduit (22). The pneumatic pump (11) is powered by a source of direct voltage, such as a 12 volt gel cell, or wet cell motorcycle battery. The battery is conveniently located on the right side of pneumatic pump (11). The battery is electrically connected to pneumatic pump (11) through a positive and negative wires. A standard 12 volt fuse is conveniently located on either the positive or negative lead wires, that connect the battery and pump. It is expressly understood that an external battery is contemplated within the scope of the invention. An electrical pressure limiting switch is tied into the main air chamber (23). When the pneumatic pressure reaches the predetermined pressure, the pump switches off. This pressure limiting switch is set to limit the pressure within air chamber (23) to a maximum level, also preventing over pressurization and an ultimate dangerous rupture of air chamber (23). By adjustment of the pressure limiting switch, the distance of the cast is also controlled. The lower the pressure where the pressure limiting switch cuts off, the shorter the ultimate cast. A conventional ball valve is provided within connector (4), allowing the air under pressure to actuate and accelerate the power piston and cup By turning lever (14), the ball valve opens and air pressure is suddenly released, propelling the power piston and cup. Valve stem (24) is provided on the back side of ice chest (1). As best seen in FIG. 4, valve stem (24) is connected directly to air chamber (23), enabling an external air pump such as a 12 volt automobile tire pump, to be used as an alternative air pressure source for the internal air pump (11). Wall (25) is interposed between the ice chamber, where bait, fish and drinks, etc. are stored, and the inner chamber where the pneumatic pump, air chamber are located. A cylindrical rod holder (26) is attached to the back side of the ice chest (1), where the proximal handle portion of a fishing rod may be inserted. Although the Figures show one rod holder, it is understood that two or more rod holders can be used. It is also contemplated to provide a rod holder on the sides of the ice chest, for instance in a 45 degree angle to the ground, to hold the rods while fishing.
It is also contemplated within the scope of the invention to provide a solar panel (28), seen in FIG. 1, attached to the ice chest (1) that can directly supply electrical power to the pneumatic pump (11), or alternatively, to provide electrical current to a rechargeable battery pack.
FIG. 3 is an isometric view of the ice chest with the pneumatic tube in working position, where the top of the ice chest is open. The battery (27) is seen to the right of pneumatic pump (11), under wall (25). Air chamber (23) is also located under wall (25). Rod holder (26) is seen secured to the back of the ice chest (1).
FIG. 4 is another embodiment of the invention, which utilizes an external pneumatic pump. The advantage of this embodiment is that less volume within the ice chest (1) is dedicated to the pneumatic pump and battery. Therefore, there is more volume available for ice and ice chest contents, such as bait, drinks and fish. As can be readily seen from FIG. 4, the wall portion is flat and just a few inches above the bottom, outside wall of the ice chest (1). Valve stem (25) extends beyond the back wall of ice chest (1), for attachment of a conventional 12 volt automobile pump. It is expressly understood that any pneumatic pump may be used and the invention is not limited to any particular pneumatic pump. Where normal wall outlets are available, for instance, a pump that utilizes alternating 120 volt current is usable.
FIG. 5 shows the pneumatic tube by itself. At the proximal end, male connector (16) is secured over the outside of pneumatic tube (2), using an interference fit. The male connector (16) could also be adhesively attached to pneumatic tube (2), or screwed, or attached in any conventional fashion. Male connector (16) has an end portion protruding past pneumatic tube (2) that tapers progressively towards a smaller outside diameter. This is intended to enable fitting within the female portion (17) of connector (4) located on the front side of the ice chest, for securing the pneumatic tube to the ice chest. A rotatable cam locking means secures the pneumatic tube to the female connector on the ice chest. The rotatable cam locking means is located on the female connector. Cross bolt (10) is shown extending through the pneumatic tube (2), with lanyard (9) attached to the cross bolt. Lanyard (9) is conveniently 1/16 inch aircraft cable or nylon rope. Lanyard (9) is just long enough to allow the power piston (7) to reach the proximal end of the pneumatic tube, and extend past orifices (15). When the power piston is reloaded for another cast, the weight of the fishing lure or bait/weight combination pushes the power piston down into the pneumatic tube and is stopped by cross bolt (10). In this position, the lanyard (9) drops into the pneumatic tube between the cross bolt and the male connector (16), in loose fashion. A ram rod is separately provided, to push the power piston and cup down into the pneumatic tube when the apparatus is being readied for another cast.
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Patent US20020133172 - Guide-pin placement device and method of use - Google PatentsSearch Images Maps Play YouTube News Gmail Drive More »Sign inPatentsA hand instrument and method for use by a surgeon to target the appropriate entry point and trajectory on bony tissue through which an instrument, such as a nail, pin, screw, rod, wire, drill bit, or other implant is passed. Imbedded within the instrument is at least one relatively radio-opaque target...http://www.google.com/patents/US20020133172?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20020133172 - Guide-pin placement device and method of useAdvanced Patent SearchPublication numberUS20020133172 A1Publication typeApplicationApplication numberUS 09/793,167Publication dateSep 19, 2002Filing dateFeb 26, 2001Priority dateDec 19, 1997Also published asDE69837781D1, DE69837781T2, EP0923906A2, EP0923906A3, EP0923906B1, US6036696, US6214013, US6520969Publication number09793167, 793167, US 2002/0133172 A1, US 2002/133172 A1, US 20020133172 A1, US 20020133172A1, US 2002133172 A1, US 2002133172A1, US-A1-20020133172, US-A1-2002133172, US2002/0133172A1, US2002/133172A1, US20020133172 A1, US20020133172A1, US2002133172 A1, US2002133172A1InventorsGreg Lambrecht, Brett Stern, Jacob Einhorn, Kathleen RobbinsOriginal AssigneeGreg Lambrecht, Stern Brett Jason, Jacob Einhorn, Robbins Kathleen HydzikExport CitationBiBTeX, EndNote, RefManReferenced by (21), Classifications (12), Legal Events (5) External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, EspacenetGuide-pin placement device and method of use
US 20020133172 A1Abstract
A hand instrument and method for use by a surgeon to target the appropriate entry point and trajectory on bony tissue through which an instrument, such as a nail, pin, screw, rod, wire, drill bit, or other implant is passed. Imbedded within the instrument is at least one relatively radio-opaque target which allows the user to predict with the use of an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device the placement of said instrument or implant before drilling it into place with the use of an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device. By manipulating the device around the axis of the guide piece, the surgeon can predict the placement of the instrument or implant without iterative insertion and removal of the instrument or implant itself. Images(9) Claims(15)
44. (New) An arm-like device for use with an imaging device for showing the placement of an orthopedic implant when inserted into the bony target comprising: a body having a surface for guiding said implant or instrument towards said bony target along an axis; and at least one targeting arm attached at one end thereof to said body and having a second end containing at least one relatively radiopaque target marker, said arm extending between said bone and said imaging device, said radiopaque target marker establishing a path within said bony target of an implant or instrument guided along said axis of said body during insertion. 45. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 44 wherein the instrument is selected from the group consisting of a pin, nail, screw, rod, wire and drill bit. 46. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 44 wherein said arm is rotatably attached to said body for rotation about said axis. 47. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 46 wherein said targeting arm can be rotated about said axis from a position aligned with the anterior-posterior plane of the body to a position aligned with the medial-lateral plane of the body. 48. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 47 wherein said arm establishes a plane within said bony target when co-planar with a beam of said imaging device, which plane includes said axis of said guiding surface. 49. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 44 wherein said targeting arm can be rotated about said axis from a position aligned with the anterior-posterior plane of the body to a position aligned with the medial-lateral plane of the body. 50. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 44 wherein two targeting arms are attached to said body angularly displaced from one another with respect to said axis. 51. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 49 wherein one of said targeting arms is oriented in the anterior-posterior plane of the body and the other is oriented in the medial-lateral plane. 52. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 44 wherein the targeting arm has two spaced radiopaque markets located in a single plane. 53. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 49 wherein said angular offset is 90�. 53. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 51 wherein two targeting arms are attached to said body angularly displaced from one another with respect to said axis. 54. (New) An arm-like targeting device comprising: a body having an instrument or implant guide surface and an arm having a portion aligned with an axis along said guide surface, said portion including a radiopaque marker extending in a direction parallel to the axis of the guide surface, said portion extending between an imaging device and a bony target to display the path of an implant or instrument within said target when guided by said guide surface. 55. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 54 wherein the instrument is selected from the group consisting of a pin, nail, screw, rod, wire and drill bit. 56. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 54 wherein said targeting arm can be rotated about said axis from a position aligned with the anterior-posterior plane of the body to a position aligned with the medial-lateral plane of the body. 57. (New) The arm-like device as set forth in claim 54 wherein said arm establishes a plane within said bony target when co-planar with a beam of said imaging device, which plane includes said axis of said guiding surface.
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] The present application is a divisional of U.S. Ser. No. 09/458,901 filed Dec. 10, 1999 which is a divisional of U.S. Ser. No. 08/994,507 filed Dec. 19, 1997 which is now issued U.S. Pat. No. 6,036,696.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates to a method and device to determine the alignment for the insertion of an instrument such as a pin, rod, nail, screw, wire, drill bit, or other implant into bony tissue using x-ray or fluoroscopy or the like to stabilize fractures or other bony tissue defects. More particularly, the method and device is designed for use by a surgeon to properly determine the point and trajectory of insertion of said instrument into a particular bone mass using an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device without the need to otherwise make multiple attempts to properly insert the instrument, such as a nail, pin, rod, screw, wire, drill bit, or other implant into the bony tissue. [0003] Every year, in the United States and worldwide, large numbers of surgical procedures are performed in which an instrument, such as a nail, pin, rod, screw, wire, drill bit, or other implant is inserted into a bony tissue mass to stabilize a fracture or defect in such bony tissue mass. The nail or screw strengthens the bone and holds the parts of the bone together. For example, such a technique is used to fix a hip fracture. Hip fracture fixation with either compression hip screws (CHS) or intramedullary interlocking nails is one of the most common orthopedic surgical procedures. The surgeon's goals are accurate reduction and stabilization of the fracture until bony union occurs. For purposes of illustration herein, examples regarding the insertion of a pin into the proximal femur of a person will be referred to. This should in no way be interpreted as a limitation on the scope of this invention. Rather, the present invention includes, without limitation, devices used for insertion of instruments, such as pins, screws, rods, nails, wires, drill bits, or other implants into any bony tissue of a person or animal. [0004] In one such surgical procedure, an incision is made through the skin of the hip to expose the femur starting at the tip of the greater trochanter. Using visual landmarks, the surgeon drills a guide-pin across the fracture into the femoral head. The surgeon checks the positioning of the guide-pin with an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device to determine if the positioning of the guide-pin is acceptable. If it is not, the surgeon must extract the guide-pin and reevaluate the insertion point and trajectory, then reinsert the guide-pin until its positioning is acceptable. When the guide-pin is in an acceptable position, a lag screw is advanced over the guide-pin into the femoral head to secure the bone for healing. A side plate is placed over the lag screw extender and secured to the lag screw and the femur for support and to compress the fracture. (See FIG. 2a). [0005] Another means of securing a femoral neck fracture is with the use of an intramedullary locking nail. In that surgical procedure, an incision is made over the trochanteric region. The entry point is prepared using an awl. A guide wire is inserted into the femur and the intramedullary nail is inserted over the guide wire into the femur. A device is used to align a lag screw through a guide sleeve which is brought into contact with the femur. The screw is visually oriented and the surgeon drills a guide-pin across the fracture into the femoral head. The surgeon checks the positioning of the guide-pin with an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device to determine if the positioning of the guide-pin is acceptable. If it is not, the surgeon must extract the guide-pin and reevaluate the insertion point and trajectory, then reinsert the guide-pin until its positioning is acceptable. When the guide-pin is in an acceptable position, lag screw is advanced over the guide-pin, through an opening in the proximal portion of the intramedullary nail, and into the femoral head. The guide-pin is extracted and the intramedullary nail is secured by drilling screws through openings in the distal portion of the intramedullary nail. [0006] An important part of both procedures is the placement of a compression or lag screw from the lateral side of the femur, through the femur, passing through the femoral neck, and into the femoral head. Inaccurate placement of the screw can lead to being misaligned with respect to the femoral head (see FIG. 1). [0007] To avoid this, surgeons commonly spend a significant portion of their operating time iteratively inserting, checking, removing, and re-inserting a guide-pin over which the screw will be passed until accurate positioning within the femoral head is achieved. [0008] Surgeons typically use fluoroscopic image intensifiers to determine the accuracy of their guide-pin placement in two planes of view, the anterior-posterior (“AP”) and the medial-lateral (“ML”) (see FIGS. 3a & 3 b). After satisfying themselves that the position of the guide-pin within the femur is accurate in one view, the fluoroscope is turned to the orthogonal view to check accuracy in that plane. If the wire or guide-pin is misplaced in the second view, the surgeon generally takes it out of the bone and reinserts it until satisfied with the position. By doing this, the surgeon loses reference of the initial view and must re-check the accuracy of the re-drilled guide-pin in both orthogonal views. [0009] The surgeon repeats this process until reaching an acceptable position. This iteration takes time and results in greater x-ray exposure for patients and staff. Additionally, the process of inserting, removing, and reinserting the guide-pin could shred or seriously weaken the bone. The difficulty of guide-pin placement can also lead a frustrated surgeon to choose a less than optimal placement, putting the patient at risk for cut-out or faulty setting of the femoral head which could lead to settling of the femoral head. [0010] U.S. Pat. No. 4,722,336 discloses a method and device to provide a three dimensional Cartesian coordinate of the target object using an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device and a radio-opaque targeting system. However, this method and device cannot be used where the fluoroscope cannot be aligned head-on with the guide piece and bony target. [0011] U.S. Pat. No. 4,418,422 discloses an aiming device which is attached to an x-ray source. Similarly, this device cannot be used where a fluoroscope cannot be aligned head-on with the guide piece and the bony target. This device also cannot be used where the view-finder cannot be aligned head-on. [0012] U.S. Pat. No. 4,976,713 discloses an aiming device that has a viewfinder with a radio-opaque component to align screws with anchoring holes in a centromedullar nail. This device also cannot be used where the viewfinder cannot be aligned head-on with the guide piece and bony target. [0013] A similar limitation prevents the use in such circumstances of the device disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,803,976, which discloses the use of parallel radio-opaque fluoroscopy target markers aligned parallel but one beside, not above, the other target marker. [0014] Presently, where a fluoroscope cannot be used aligned head-on with the guide piece and the bony target, surgeons have used visual landmarks and repeated insertion to obtain appropriate placement. This increases the surgeon's, the other medical personnel's, and the patient's exposure to x-ray radiation, increases the total operation time, and could lead to serious problems such as cut-out, as described above. There are currently no devices that are configured to be hand-held and easily used by the surgeon with an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device to accurately determine the proper entry point and trajectory for the insertion of an instrument, such as a pin, nail, screw, rod, wire, drill bit, or other implant. Also, there is currently no such targeting device which is adaptable and flexible to be used with different size patients which may require a targeting device to be custom adapted according to the patient's size and body shape to accurately project the proper alignment for the instrument or implant to repair the particular bony target. [0015] There has therefore been a long felt need among surgeons and other medical personnel in this field for a targeting device which would allow the surgeon to align the guide-pin in both the AP and ML positions before actually inserting the guide-pin so that the guide-pin can be inserted accurately on the first attempt with a variety of sizes and shapes of patients, particularly, but not limited to, where an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device cannot be aligned head-on with the guide piece and the bony target. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0016] The targeting device is generally configured to be a hand-held and operated orthopedic instrument which typically has a body and an arm member. The body of the device is generally comprised of two pieces, although some embodiments have a body that is one piece. Where the body of the targeting device is comprised of generally two pieces, one piece is an angle guide and the other is a guide piece. The angle guide is toward the front portion of the body of the targeting device and during use, the angle guide is in contact with bony tissue of the patient. Although other shapes could be used, the angle guide is typically shaped with a cylindrical back portion and an angular front portion, which contacts the bony tissue. When the body of the targeting device is pressed against bony tissue of the patient, the body of the targeting device becomes oriented at an angle to the bony tissue corresponding to the angle of the front portion of the angle guide. The angle guide has a passageway which may be substantially in the center of the angle guide and is large enough so that a particular instrument or implant can be passed through it. [0017] The passageway of the angle guide corresponds to the passageway of the guide piece so that the particular instrument or implant can readily pass through the entire body of the targeting device. The guide piece and the angle guide may be connected in various ways, e.g., fixed or rotationally. A rotational connection allows the guide piece to rotate while the angle guide remains fixed in place, gripping bony tissue. With a rotational connection, the guide piece may rotate freely, by indexing, or with friction. Another benefit of the two piece body is that a custom angle guide may be used to properly align the instrument or implant by providing the proper angle to obtain the optimal orientation. [0018] Extending from near the back end of the targeting device's body is an arm member. The purpose of the arm member is to extend outside the patient between the x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device and the bony target. At some point on the arm member is at least one relatively radio-opaque target marker. The target marker is oriented between the x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device and the bony target to indicate the placement of the instrument or implant when inserted into the bony target through the passageway of the body of the targeting device. For example, one embodiment has two relatively radio-opaque target markers which are parallel with one target marker aligned above the other such that when the two target markers overlap, the projected image is aligned to establish a plane that is co-planar with the targeting device's passageway. [0019] The present invention is also a method of using a targeting device to predict an appropriate entry point and trajectory into bony tissue through which an instrument, such as a pin, screw, rod, nail, wire, drill bit, or other implant is inserted. By providing a targeting device to a surgeon or other user which is comprised of: a body with a passageway and an angular end capable of gripping bony tissue; and an arm member with at least one relatively radio-opaque target marker which may be imbedded within the arm member. The user can predict the placement of said instrument, such as a pin, screw, rod, nail, wire, drill bit, or other implant before drilling it into place with the use of an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device. By manipulating the device around the axis of the body of the targeting device, the surgeon can predict the placement of the instrument or implant from various fluoroscopic views without repeatedly placing and removing the instrument or implant itself. This method may dramatically reduce both operating and fluoroscopy time, saving time and reducing the exposure of surgeons and other medical personnel to x-ray radiation. [0020] These guides can be used with at least intramedullary interlocking nails and CHS implants and may be used in other surgeries requiring accurate implant or instrument placement relative to bony structures. [0021] In a different embodiment, the present invention comprises a separate arm member which contains at least one relatively radio-opaque targeting member. Said relatively radio-opaque targeting member can be used to establish a plane that is co-planar with the base end of the arm member and indicates the projected placement of an implant or instrument, such as a pin, rod, nail, screw, or drill bit with the use an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device. Such arm member may be attached to or combined with another device to deliver the implant or instrument. [0022] In another embodiment, the present invention comprises a separate angle guide with a passageway which may be used to align the placement of an instrument, such as a nail, pin, screw, rod, wire, drill bit, or other implant. The angle guide has a front portion and a rear portion. One variation has a back portion which is cylindrical in shape, and a front portion that is angled relative to a bony surface to orient a passageway which extends through the angle guide. Said angle guide may be used with other instruments to further align the placement of the instrument or implant. Said angle guide comprises a plurality of teeth which may be cut in a variety of ways. One preferred embodiment has a cylindrical cut. Said teeth may be angled inward from the sides of said angle guide toward the center of the angle guide to further grip a contoured bony tissue body, such as a femur. [0023] The present invention also includes a kit containing the various components described above.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0024] The above and other objects and advantages of the invention will be apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which like characters refer to like parts throughout and in which: [0025] [0025]FIG. 1 is a side view of a intramedullary nail within a femur where the lag screw was not inserted properly; [0026] [0026]FIG. 2a is a flow chart depicting the current process a surgeon uses to properly insert a guide-pin across a femoral neck fracture into the femoral head; [0027] [0027]FIG. 2b is a flow chart depicting the process a surgeon uses to properly insert a guide-pin across a femoral neck fracture into the femoral head according to the present invention; [0028] [0028]FIG. 3a is a perspective view of a fractured femur and femoral head from the anterior-posterior (AP) position; [0029] [0029]FIG. 3b is a perspective view of a fractured femur and femoral head from the medial-lateral (ML) position; [0030] [0030]FIG. 4a is a perspective view of one preferred embodiment of the fully assembled targeting device for use with compression hip screws with a single arm member, two radio-opaque target markers, one style of angle guide; and a guide piece; [0031] [0031]FIG. 4b is a perspective view of an alternate preferred embodiment of the fully assembled targeting device for use with compression hip screws with a different style angle guide; [0032] [0032]FIG. 4c is a perspective view of an alternate embodiment of the fully assembled targeting device for use with compression hip screws having two arm members, each with two radio-opaque target markers, the arm members being displaced from each other; [0033] [0033]FIG. 4d is a perspective view of a simulated fluoroscopic image from the AP perspective and with the radio-opaque target markers aligned; [0034] [0034]FIG. 5a is a perspective view of an alternate preferred embodiment of the fully assembled targeting device for use with intramedullary nails; [0035] [0035]FIG. 5b is a perspective view of an alternate preferred embodiment of the fully assembled targeting device for use with intramedullary nails as oriented during use with proximal portion of a femoral bone; [0036] [0036]FIG. 6a is a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of an angle guide which can be used to position a targeting device to a bone to prevent unintentional movement of the device while allowing for intentional movement of the device; [0037] [0037]FIG. 6b is a different perspective view of the preferred embodiment of an angle guide which can be used to position a targeting device to a bone to prevent unintentional movement of the device while allowing for intentional movement of the device; [0038] [0038]FIG. 6c is a perspective view of another preferred embodiment of an angle guide which can be used to position a targeting device to a bone and which includes an opening through which a means to secure the angle guide to the bony tissue can be inserted; and [0039] [0039]FIG. 7 is a perspective view of an arm member with two radio-opaque target markers which can be used in determining an appropriate entry point and trajectory for an instrument or implant, such as a pin, rod, screw, nail, wire, or drill bit.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS [0040] Referring now to the drawings of the targeting device 10 of the present invention, targeting device 10 is comprised of several integrated components. These components are illustrated and described with regard to FIGS. 4a-4 c, which show the completely assembled device, an alternate embodiment of the invention for use with intramedullary screws is shown in FIGS. 5a-5 b. [0041] Turning initially to FIGS. 4a-4 c there is shown arm member 12 for targeting device 10. In a preferred embodiment arm member 12 is comprised of a plurality of separate elements which, upon being assembled as described below, form arm member 12 adapted for providing targeting for targeting device 10. The benefit of forming targeting device 10 from a plurality of separate, interconnected elements is that the dimensions of targeting device 10 may thereby be varied as necessary by substituting various sizes and variations of elements to conform to the size and shape of a particular area of a particular patient's body. In an alternate embodiment, however, it is further contemplated that targeting device 10 may be formed, e.g., molded, as a unitary construct containing only a single, or a limited number of structured elements. [0042] In the preferred embodiment, targeting device 10 may be formed from, for example, various length arms 12, various sizes and shapes of angle guides 16, various styles of guide pieces 14, and various types of radio-opaque target markers 18. Arm member 12 may be preferably formed from Raydel™ but may also use alternate materials, i.e., other than Raydel™, including plastics, glasses (e.g., fiberglass), metals and even wood, as long as such materials are capable of supporting targeting device 10. Arm member 12 can be different lengths to accommodate targeting for different sizes of femurs 2 or other bony tissue and can either be fixed to guide piece 14 or may be removable so that difference lengths or styles can be interchanged. Arm member 12 extends from base 40 to end 42. The preferred embodiment of arm member 12 has a rectangular section removed proximal end 42 of arm member 12 creating a rectangular gap at the end 42 of arm member 12. The removal of this rectangular section makes the relatively radio-opaque target markers 18 show more distinct by x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device. This portion may be small or could extend the length of arm member 12. The gap may also be various other shapes so as to allow an enhanced view of the relatively radio-opaque target marker 18. Similarly, target markers 18 may be small or could extend the entire length of arm member 12. An alternative embodiment of arm member 12 comprises only the two target markers 18 essentially extending from guide piece 14. Another embodiment of targeting device 10 includes two or more arms 12 displaced from each other. (See FIG. 4c). Where targeting device 10 has two arms displaced from each other, e.g. by 90� so that one arm member 12 is in the AP position while the other arm member 12 is simultaneously in the ML position. (See FIG. 4c). [0043] Angle guides 16 are preferably formed from some metal such as stainless steel or aluminum, however, the material used to form this component is only limited in that it should be a material that is hard enough to grip the bone tissue and to maintain its passageway, for example, various plastics could be used. Angle guides 16 can vary by the type and the cut of teeth 20 that are used; For example, a preferred embodiment of angle guide 16 has a small number, of inwardly angled, cylindrically cut teeth 20 to grip femur 2 when using targeting device 10. Alternatively, angle guide 16 could have more teeth and a different cut. Angle guide 16 can be made with many different angles and is easily interchangeable so that the targeting device 10 can be custom fit to the particular femur 2. [0044] Another embodiment includes a quick release connection to facilitate the exchange of angle guides 16. Angle guide 16 is connected to guide piece 14. Guide piece 14 is preferably made of the same material as arm member 12. Guide passageway 22 aligns and extends through both guide piece 14 and angle guide 16 and can be of varying sizes to accommodate different size pins, screws, nails, wires, or drill bits. Another embodiment of angle guide 16 contains a recessed pin that the surgeon can extend with a button or switch to secure angle guide 16 to femur 2 for increased stability. A further embodiment of angle guide 16 is secured to the femur 2 through the use of a vacuum, clamp or strap. Another embodiment of angle guide 16 contains an opening to drill a screw or pin through to secure angle guide 16 to femur 2. Another embodiment employs a simple clamping device which secures angle guide 16 to femur 2. [0045] The relationship between the guide piece 14 and arm member 12 can be fixed or rotational. A preferred embodiment has a guide piece 14 which rotates at least from the AP orientation to the ML orientation, rotating arm member 12 accordingly, while the angle guide 16 remains fixed on femur 2. Another embodiment has a guide piece 14 with an indexing rotation which may correlate to a particular number of degrees of rotation relative to the angle guide 16 which remains fixed on femur 2. Another embodiment may have a friction fit between guide piece 14 and angle guide 16, to prevent arm member 12 from freely swinging without a minimal amount of force. Yet another embodiment has a guide piece 14 with a variable friction setting to increase and decrease the friction resistance when rotating the guide piece 14 relative to the fixed angle guide 16. Another embodiment of guide piece 14 has a lock-out feature so that when target markers 18 of arm member 12 are aligned in the AP position, the lock-out feature can be enacted and the guide piece 14 will turn to the ML position and stop or lock in that position. [0046] [0046]FIG. 4d shows a fluoroscopic image of targeting device 10 from the AP perspective over femur 2 and, in particular, femoral head 4. Radio-opaque target markers 18 are aligned so that only first marker 18 appears with second marker 18 co-planar to first marker 18. These aligned target markers 18 are then co-planar with a beam from an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device and a desired location or trajectory relative to a bony target, such as femoral head 4. These aligned target markers 18 are also co-planar with passageway 22. The superimposed position of aligned target markers 18 indicates where the guide-pin will insert into femoral head 4 through passageway 22. In addition to this view, a surgeon will also align target markers 18 in the ML position to ensure that the guide-pin will insert into the middle of femoral head 4. This is done by turning or rotating arm member 12 orthogonally from the AP position to the ML orientation and moving the x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device so that it is also oriented in the ML position. Arm member 12 is then moved until target markers 18 overlap and appear as one marker 18. When target markers 18 overlap, the positioning of the superimposed target markers 18 indicates the position of the guide-pin if inserted into the femoral head 4. A surgeon may easily align target markers 18 in the AP position and then the ML position and have a certainty that the guide-pin will be in the appropriate position in the femoral head 4 without having to iteratively remove and reinsert the guide-pin until satisfactory positioning is achieved. Radio-opaque target markers 18 may be made from any relatively radio-opaque material. In a preferred embodiment, stainless steel wires are used as target markers 18. Other embodiments may use tantalum, gold, or other high atomic number metals. Alternatively, a contrast coating such as barium sulfate may be used to coat portions of arm member 12 to substitute for or to enhance target markers 18. Other possible radio-opaque materials will be obvious to one skilled in the art. Target markers 18 may be of various shapes and configurations so that when aligned co-planar with passageway 22, target markers 18 provide some indication of alignment. Target marker 18 may be substantially one dimensional, such as a wire, substantially two dimensional such as a triangle, or three dimensional. Examples of such target markers 18 include: two wires which overlap when co-planar with passageway 22; two sets of wire segments which appear separate with gaps between segments when not co-planar with passageway 22, however, appear as one solid line when co-planar with passageway; two wires, one of which is larger than the other to indicate the direction to rotate arm member 12 to be co-planar with passageway 22; one two dimensional target marker 18, e.g. triangular, circular, trapezoidal, which appears one dimensional when co-planar with passageway 22. [0047] [0047]FIGS. 5a and 5 b pertain to an embodiment of the present invention that can be used with an intramedullary nail. The device 110 is comprised of several components. Component 100 in FIG. 5b is a standard intramedullary alignment device which is well known in the art and is described in U.S. Pat. No. 5,334,192 to Behrens. This alignment device attaches to the intramedullary nail to assist in determining the proper point and trajectory of insertion. Device 110 fits onto component 100 to allow the alignment of the lag screw after the intramedullary nail is inserted into femur 2. This is done similarly to targeting device 10 where the surgeon orients device 110 in the AP position so that markers 118 align. The x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device is moved to the ML position and arm 112 is also moved so that markers 118 align. This will orient the guide-pin so that it may be inserted through guide 114, through the proximal opening on the intramedullary nail and into femoral head 4. The components of device 110 may be varied similarly to that of the corresponding components of targeting device 10. [0048] In a preferred embodiment, arm 112 is attached to guide 114 for rotation therewith by a standard spring clip 140. Arm 112 can then be rotated from the AP plane to the ML plane by rotating guide 114. [0049] Another object of the present invention is to provide a method of aligning an orthopedic instrument or implant with bony tissue using an x-ray or fluoroscopic imaging device. This is done by providing a passageway 22 through guide piece 14 and angle guide 16, through which the instrument implant such as a pin, screw, nail, wire, or drill bit is passed, and further providing at least one targeting device, such as arm member 12, fixed to said guide piece 14 and containing at least one relatively radio-opaque target marker 18 that establishes a plane that is co-planar with an axis of said passageway 22. The targeting device is then manipulated until the plane established by the targeting device is co-planar with a beam from an x-ray imaging device and a desired location or trajectory relative to a bony target in at least one view and passing said instrument or implant through said guide passageway 22. In another method, said targeting device rotates about the passageway 22 axis. [0050] [0050]FIGS. 6a-6 c show another embodiment of the present invention which is angle guide 216 which can be used to assist in the positioning of the insertion of an instrument, such as a nail, pin, rod, screw, wire, drill bit, or other implant into a bony target. Angle guide 216 may have a plurality of teeth 220 which are attached along the front portion of angle guide 216. Teeth 220 may be a cylindrical cut or other cut to allow for angle guide 216 to grip the bony surface without unintentional movement or sliding of angle guide 216. At the same time, teeth 220 allow the user to intentionally move or adjust the position of angle guide 216 to achieve the best alignment. FIG. 6c shows an embodiment of angle guide 216 with opening 250 through which an attachment means may be inserted to further secure the angle guide 216 to a bony surface. The attachment means may be a vacuum tube, a securing pin, or a screw. Alternatively, a simple strap or clamp may also be used to secure angle guide 216. This means of securing the angle guide 216 would further guard against incidental movement of the targeting device. Such movement may require the removal of the vacuum, strap or clamp securing angle guide 216 or the retraction of a securing pin or screw. Teeth 220 may extend straight across the front face of angle guide 216 or may angle inwardly or even outwardly. A preferred embodiment angles teeth 220 in from each side 224 of angle guide 216 to center line 226. Angle guide 216 may be formed with the front portion 228 extending toward the back portion 230 along sides 224 at any angle from 0� to 90�. Also, the angle may be fixed or variable from front portion 228 to back portion 230. [0051] [0051]FIG. 7 shows another embodiment of the present invention which is an arm 212 which can be used to assist a surgeon or other medical personnel with the determination of the proper insertion point for an instrument or implant, such as a nail, pin, rod, screw, or drill bit. Arm 212 may be fixed or attached in some manner to a device at base 240 or used alone in some manner. Arm 212 may have a rectangular piece cut from arm 212 which is relatively small or relatively large proximal end 242. Arm 212 may be comprised of a small body made of Raydel™, or some substitute material as described above, with long or short target markers 218 which extend from the body of arm 212. Target markers 218 may be some relatively radio-opaque material such as stainless steel, tantalum, or a high atomic number metal. Alternatively, target markers 218 may be some contrast, such as but not limited to barium sulfate, painted or otherwise interposed on arm 212. [0052] The present invention also includes a kit which may contain all components or a variety of the components mentioned above. [0053] One skilled in the art will appreciate that the present invention can be practiced by other than the described embodiments, which are presented for the purpose of illustration only and not of limitation. The present invention is therefore only limited by the following appended claims. [0054] All references cited herein are hereby incorporated by reference. [0055] Although the invention herein has been described with reference to particular embodiments, it is to be understood that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and applications of the present invention. It is therefore to be understood that numerous modifications may be made to the illustrative embodiments and that other arrangements may be devised without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claims. 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