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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 18, 2013
Filed:
Apr. 20, 2007
Joseph W. Yedlicka, Indianapolis, IN (US);
Robert A. Till, Jr., Avon, IN (US);
Nancy S. Yedlicka, Indianapolis, IN (US);
Patricia M. Till, Avon, IN (US);
Joseph W. Yedlicka, Indianapolis, IN (US);
Robert A. Till, Jr., Avon, IN (US);
Nancy S. Yedlicka, Indianapolis, IN (US);
Patricia M. Till, Avon, IN (US);
Osteo Innovations LLC, Indianapolis, IN (US);
Abstract
A radiolucent bone drill and/or impact drill is provided, which includes a first portion connected to a second portion. The first portion defines a first axis and the second portion defines a second axis. The second axis is disposed at an angle relative to the first axis. A third portion is connected to the second portion. The third portion has a shaft extending therefrom. The shaft includes a distal end configured to engage bone. The bone drill may include a radiation protection guard mounted to the first portion. Specific drill bits, access sheaths/conduits/tube, curettes, and screwdriver bits designed to be used with the devices are provided. The bone drill may be used to place an access sheath/conduit/tube/needle into a bone in a single step. Methods of use are also disclosed.