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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 28, 2026
Filed:
Mar. 04, 2022
Smith & Nephew, Inc., Memphis, TN (US);
Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics Ag, Zug, CH;
Smith & Nephew Asia Pacific Pte. Limited;
Nehal Patel, Boston, MA (US);
Mark Housman, North Attleboro, MA (US);
Marc Balboa, Hopkinton, MA (US);
Benjamin Hall, Roslindale, MA (US);
Jon-Paul Rogers, North Smithfield, RI (US);
Matthew Koski, Westford, MA (US);
Pascal Boileau, Nice, FR;
Smith & Nephew, Inc., Memphis, TN (US);
Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics AG, Zug, CH;
Smith & Nephew Asia Pacific Pte. Limited, Singapore, SG;
Abstract
Various embodiments and methods for improved joint repair are disclosed. At least some of the embodiments may include an adjustable loop construct with at least one anchor. At least some of the embodiments may include an all-suture anchor. At least some of the embodiments may include an adjustable loop construct with a locking passage. Embodiments may implement a method that reduces or avoids material removal from the bones of the joint. Embodiments may include means to reduce elongation of the repair over time.