WO2021188798A1 - Systems and methods for limb alignment - Google Patents

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WO2021188798A1
WO2021188798A1 PCT/US2021/022973 US2021022973W WO2021188798A1 WO 2021188798 A1 WO2021188798 A1 WO 2021188798A1 US 2021022973 W US2021022973 W US 2021022973W WO 2021188798 A1 WO2021188798 A1 WO 2021188798A1
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  • the present application is directed to systems and methods for joint assessment and replacement, in particular to systems and methods for knee and other limb joint assessment and replacement that utilize one or more inertial devices to measure limb alignment.
  • Joint replacement procedures including knee joint replacement procedures, are commonly used to replace a patient’s joint with a prosthetic joint component or components. Such procedures often use a system or systems of surgical tools and devices, including but not limited to cutting guides (e.g. cutting blocks) and surgical guides, to make surgical cuts along a portion or portions of the patient’s bone(s).
  • cutting guides e.g. cutting blocks
  • surgical guides to make surgical cuts along a portion or portions of the patient’s bone(s).
  • a system for limb alignment can include a first orientation device configured to be coupled with a tibia, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the system can include a second orientation device configured to be coupled with a femur, the second orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the first orientation device or the second orientation device comprise a processor configured to receive inertial sensor data, wherein the processor is configured to calculate an angle between a femoral mechanical axis and a tibial mechanical axis.
  • the system can include a tibial preparation system comprising a probe member.
  • the system can include a tibial preparation system comprising a midline reference probe assembly.
  • the system can include a tibial preparation system comprising a first device interface configured to couple to the first orientation device and a second device interface configured to couple to the second orientation device.
  • the system can include a femoral preparation system comprising a device interface configured to couple to the second orientation device.
  • the system can include a femoral preparation system comprising a cutting guide bracket configured to slide relative to a tibial preparation system.
  • the system can include a femoral preparation system comprising a swivel post configured to swivel relative to a tibial preparation system.
  • the system can include a femoral preparation system comprising an extension configured to be positioned relative to a threaded pin coupled to a portion of the distal femur.
  • the system can include a femoral preparation system comprising a connector configured to be mounted to a lateral portion of the femur.
  • the system can include a femoral preparation system comprising a connector comprising a device interface configured to couple to the second orientation device.
  • the processor is configured to determine the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis based at least in part on the location of anatomical landmarks. In some embodiments, wherein the processor is configured to determine the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis based at least in part on movement of the femur. In some embodiments, wherein the processor is configured to determine vams/valgus angle of the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis. In some embodiments, wherein the processor is configured to determine flexion/extension angle of the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis. In some embodiments, wherein the processor is configured to determine a gap measurement.
  • a method for determining limb alignment can include coupling a first orientation device configured with a tibia, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the method can include coupling a second orientation device configured with a femur, the second orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the method can include calculating a femoral mechanical axis and a tibial mechanical axis.
  • the method can include measuring changes in the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the method can include performing a resection and positioning an implant. In some embodiments, measuring changes in the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis further comprises positioning the leg in extension. In some embodiments, the method can include calibrating the first orientation device and the second orientation device by mounting the first orientation device and the second orientation device on a tibial preparation system. In some embodiments, the method can include applying a force and measuring a gap distance.
  • a system for limb alignment can include a first sensor configured to be coupled with a tibia, the first sensor comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the system can include a second sensor configured to be coupled with a femur, the second sensor comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the system can include a processor configured to receive outputs from one or more of the first sensor and the second sensor, wherein the processor is configured to calculate position and/or or orientation of the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis during movement.
  • the system can include a surgical orientation device comprising the processor.
  • the surgical orientation device comprises a display.
  • the processor is configured to determine varus/valgus angles. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to determine varus angles at different flexion angles. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to determine axial rotation. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to determine flexion angles. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to determine an extension angle. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to provide a recommendation for a trial implant. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to determine the gap between the tibial and femoral plateau. In some embodiments, the processor is configured to determine the angle between the tibial and femoral plateau.
  • a method for determining limb alignment can include coupling a first reference sensor with a first bone of a limb, the first reference sensor comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the method can include coupling a second reference sensor with a second bone of a limb, a joint being formed between the first bone and the second bone, the second reference sensor comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the method can include moving the limb to position the first bone in a plurality of positions differing in flexion, axial rotation, and/or vams-valgus relative to the second bone.
  • the method can include outputting values indicative of limb alignment at or based on one or more of the positions.
  • the limb is a leg and the first bone is a tibia and the second bone is a femur.
  • the method can include positioning a trial implant or implant on a resected surface of the tibia.
  • the method can include calibrating the first reference sensor and the second reference sensor.
  • outputting values comprise outputting varus/valgus angles.
  • outputting values comprise outputting varus angles at different flexion angles.
  • outputting values comprise outputting axial rotation.
  • outputting values comprise outputting flexion angles.
  • outputting values comprise outputting a gap measurement between tibial and femoral plateaus.
  • outputting values comprise outputting an angle between tibial and femoral plateau.
  • a system for limb alignment can include a first orientation device configured to be coupled with a tibia, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the system can include a second orientation device configured to be coupled with a femur, the second orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate a relative orientation between a femoral mechanical axis and a tibial mechanical axis when the leg is in extension.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the relative orientation between the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis when the leg is in extension before resection. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the relative orientation between the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis when the leg is in extension after resection. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the relative orientation between the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis when the leg is in extension and an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the relative orientation between the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis when the leg is in extension and a force is applied.
  • a cutting block is positioned relative to the femoral mechanical axis.
  • a cutting block is positioned relative to the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the second orientation device is configured to be coupled with the femur at a fixed known point. In some embodiments, the second orientation device is configured to be coupled with the femur as the leg is moved from flexion to extension.
  • the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis are two vectors in a three dimensional coordinate system.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine an angulation in the joint.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine a mechanical axis of the leg.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine an angle in the sagittal plane.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine an angle in the coronal plane.
  • the first orientation device is configured to calculate the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the first orientation device is configured to determine at least two points on the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the second orientation device is configured to calculate the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the second orientation device is configured to determine at least two points on the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to couple with the tibia for calibration.
  • the system can include a device interface configured to couple to a lateral portion of the femur.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine a vams/valgus angle of the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine a flexion/extension angle of the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to determine a gap measurement.
  • a system for limb alignment can include a first orientation device configured to be coupled with a tibia, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the system can include a second orientation device configured to be coupled with a femur, the second orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate a change in position, orientation, or movement between a femoral mechanical axis and a tibial mechanical axis.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device provide cut verification.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate an angle relative to the coronal plane when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate an angle relative to the sagittal plane when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate a varus/valgus angle when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate a flexion/extension angle when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate soft tissue balancing when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate a gap measurement when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to verify an angle measurement relative to a pre-operative measurement. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to verify an angle measurement relative to a pre-operative measurement from an imaging technique. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to verify the correction of a deformity when an implant is positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • a system for limb alignment can include a first orientation device configured to be coupled with a tibia, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the system can include a second orientation device configured to be coupled with a femur, the second orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate a rotation of a tibial mechanical axis about a femoral mechanical axis.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis in the sagittal plane. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis in the coronal plane. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis as a vams/valgus angle between the tibial mechanical axis and the the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis as a flexion/extension angle between the tibial mechanical axis and the the femoral mechanical axis. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis after resection. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis with an implant positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis to compare with an angle determined pre-operatively. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis to measure a gap. In some embodiments, the first orientation device and the second orientation device are configured to calculate the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis to measure soft tissue balancing. In some embodiments, the second orientation device is configured to be coupled with the tibia for calibration.
  • a method for determining limb alignment can include coupling a first orientation device with a tibia, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the method can include coupling a second orientation device with a femur, the second orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the method can include calculating a tibial mechanical axis.
  • the method can include calculating a femoral mechanical axis.
  • the method can include moving the tibia to extension to calculate a rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the method can include calculating the tibial mechanical axis before calculating a femoral mechanical axis. In some embodiments, the method can include calibrating the first orientation device and the second orientation device before moving the tibia to extension. In some embodiments, the method can include calculating the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis when a varus force is applied. In some embodiments, the method can include calculating the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis when a valgus force is applied. In some embodiments, the method can include calculating the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis during soft tissue release.
  • the method can include calculating the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis with an implant positioned between the tibia and the femur. In some embodiments, the method can include calculating the rotation of the tibial mechanical axis about the femoral mechanical axis about one or more planes.
  • a femoral preparation system can include a connector configured to positioned on laterally a femur.
  • the connector can include a coupler.
  • the connector can include at least one opening configured to receive a fixation device.
  • the femoral preparation system can include an orientation device configured to be removably coupled with the connector, the first orientation device comprising at least one inertial sensor.
  • the femoral preparation system can include a device interface configured to couple with the coupler and the orientation device.
  • the femoral preparation system can include a cutting guide bracket configured to couple to a tibial preparation system coupled to a tibia.
  • the femoral preparation system can include a swivel post configured to position an extension relative to a fixation device positioned at an approximate center of an intercondylar notch.
  • the femoral preparation system can include a mounting bracket configured to couple to the extension and the coupler of the connector.
  • the at least one opening comprises a pair of angled and offset openings.
  • Figure 1 illustrates an example limb including a tibia and a femur.
  • Figure 2 illustrates mechanical axes of the tibia and the femur.
  • Figure 3 illustrates a portion of a system for femoral mechanical axis registration.
  • Figure 4 illustrates a portion of a system for tibial mechanical axis registration.
  • Figure 5 illustrates a femoral preparation system coupled with a distal femur and a tibia preparation system coupled with a proximal tibia.
  • Figures 6-7 illustrates an assembled view for femoral mechanical axis registration.
  • Figures 8-9 illustrates an assembled view for calibration.
  • Figures 10A-10B illustrate utilization of a module.
  • Figure 11 illustrates gap assessment
  • Figure 12-18 illustrates an embodiment of a system.
  • Figure 1 illustrates a femur and a tibia, with the distal portion of the femur and proximal portion of the tibia forming the knee joint.
  • an anatomic coordinate system is included on Figure 1.
  • the anatomic coordinate system indicates the general directions— anterior, posterior, medial, and lateral, as well as superior and inferior. Other relevant terms include proximal, distal, varus and valgus. For a given bone, the terms proximal and distal may refer to the direction that is close or father from the center of the body, respectively.
  • varus may indicate an oblique angle of the joint where the distal portion is closer to the midline of the body (e.g., bow-legged).
  • valgus may indicate an oblique angle of the joint where the distal portion is father from the midline of the body (e.g., knock-kneed).
  • Varus/valgus is a broad term as used herein, and includes, without limitation, rotational movement in a medial and/or lateral direction relative to the knee joint shown in Figure 1 (e.g. right and left in the page). Varus/valgus includes movement or force to temporarily create a varus/valgus state. Clinically, these forces or movements reveal information about the static and kinematic characteristics of the joint.
  • Posterior/anterior is a broad term as used herein, and includes, without limitation, rotational movement in a posterior and/or anterior direction (e.g. into and out of the page) relative to the knee joint shown in Figure 1.
  • the desired orientation and/or position of these cuts, and of the prosthetic components can be determined pre-operatively and based, for example, on one or more mechanical axes running through an individual patient’s leg. Once the desired locations of these cuts are determined pre-operatively, the surgeon can use the systems and methods described herein to accurately align cutting tools. While the systems and methods are described in the context of a knee joint replacement procedure, the systems and/or their components and methods can similarly be used in other types of medical procedures, including but not limited to shoulder and hip replacement procedures.
  • Figure 2 illustrates the mechanical axis extending through the femur.
  • the systems and methods described herein can determine an axis 10 extending from a center of rotation of the femur in a socket of a hip to a central portion of a distal portion of the femur.
  • a resection of the femur 15 can be a plane perpendicular to the femoral mechanical axis 10.
  • Figure 2 illustrates the mechanical axis extending through the tibia.
  • the systems and methods described herein can determine an axis 20 extending from an anatomical proximal point on the tibia to a midpoint between the malleolus on a patient’s ankle.
  • a plateau of the tibia 25 can be a plane perpendicular to the tibial mechanical axis 20.
  • the systems and methods described herein can determine the angle between plateaus 15, 25.
  • the plateaus 15, 25 can be estimate of the post-cut planar surface of the tibia and/or femur.
  • the plateaus 15, 25 can be a plane established through some anatomical reference location.
  • the systems and methods described herein can determine overall limb alignment.
  • the systems and methods can determine overall alignment between the femur and the tibia, e.g., between the axes 10, 20 which can be determined by systems and methods disclosed herein.
  • the systems and methods described herein can be used in total knee arthroplasty.
  • the systems and methods described herein can be used in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • the systems and methods described herein can fill an unmet clinical need for limb alignment for the knee and other joints.
  • the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles through a range of motion. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles during flexion/extension. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles when the user applies vams/valgus force. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles before and after tibial resection. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles before and after femoral resection. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide dynamic limb alignment angles before and after any resection. In some embodiments, the systems and methods provide static limb alignment angles.
  • the method can include one or more steps of a surgical workflow.
  • the method can include an incision to gain access to the joint.
  • the method can include an initial assessment.
  • the method can estimate, prescribe, perform or otherwise include a proximal tibial resection.
  • the method can include a spacer block assessment for gap balancing. In some methods, spacer block assessment can only occur after resections have been made on both tibia and femur.
  • the method can estimate, prescribe, perform or otherwise include a distal femoral resection.
  • the method can include positioning of a trial implant or an implant.
  • the method can include cementing the implant.
  • the method can include closing up the incision.
  • One or more of these methods steps can be facilitated by the use of the systems and methods described herein.
  • the method can include one or more steps involving limb alignment measurements.
  • the method can include registering the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the method can include registering the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the method can include limb alignment measurements during the initial assessment.
  • the method can include limb alignment measurements during the femoral cut.
  • the method can include limb alignment measurements during the spacer block assessment.
  • the method can include limb alignment measurements during the positioning of the trial implant or implant.
  • the method can include limb alignment measurements that are saved in a patient record before, during, or after closing up the incision and/or completing the procedure, the patient record being accessible for later review and use.
  • the systems and methods can provide many advantages.
  • the systems and methods can provide reproducible tibial plateau varus/valgus assessment, prescription, or other form of navigation for cut verification.
  • the systems and methods can provide reproducible tibial plateau posterior slope assessment, prescription, or other form of navigation.
  • the systems and methods can provide a minimally disruptive fixation method of the instrumentation or jigs described herein.
  • the systems and methods can be easily integrated into current surgical workflows
  • the systems and methods can provide reproducible measurements of depth resection of the tibial plateau from the lowest part of the articulating surface.
  • the systems and methods can provide tibial plateau cut navigation.
  • the systems and methods can provide many advantages.
  • the systems and methods can provide measurement of overall limb alignment of the tibial and femoral mechanical axis.
  • the systems and methods can include instrumentation to make a minimal resection recut.
  • the systems and methods can minimize soft tissue disruption with or by instrumentation.
  • the systems and methods can provide many advantages.
  • the systems and methods can facilitate control of tibial rotation.
  • the systems and methods can provide an easy and reproducible measurement of the impact of tibial component rotation on limb alignment.
  • tibial rotation includes dynamic behavior of the tibia.
  • tibial rotation includes static unloaded rotation in extension.
  • the impact of tibial component rotation in flexion and extension is measured and displayed.
  • dynamic rotation is measured and displayed.
  • the systems and methods can provide an easy and reproducible measurement of the impact of tibial component rotation on limb alignmentthe space between the femoral condyles and the tibial plateau during vams/valgus stresses.
  • the systems and methods can facilitate gap balancing.
  • the systems and methods can facilitate assessment, measurement and adjustment of ligament tension.
  • the systems and methods can provide a meaningful physiological assessments, e.g., measurements to determine overall limb alignment.
  • the systems and methods can include femoral mechanical axis registration.
  • Figure 3 illustrates the system positioned for femoral mechanical axis registration.
  • the systems and methods can include tibial mechanical axis registration.
  • Figure 4 illustrates the system for tibial mechanical axis registration.
  • Figure 5 illustrates a femoral preparation system 100 and a tibial preparation system 200.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 comprises a jig configured to be coupled to the femur.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 comprises a jig configured to be coupled to the tibia.
  • Figure 6 illustrates the system positioned for femoral mechanical axis registration with the leg in extension.
  • Figure 7 illustrates the system positioned for femoral mechanical axis registration with the leg in flexion.
  • Figures 8 and 9 illustrate the system positioned for calibration.
  • the systems and methods can include the femoral preparation system 100. In some methods, the femoral preparation system 100 can be utilized up to and including resection. In some methods, the femoral preparation system 100 is utilized for assessments and measurements before and/or after resection. In some methods, the femoral preparation system 100 can be utilized up to, but not including resection. In some methods, the femoral preparation system 100 is utilized for assessments and measurements, without resection.
  • the systems and methods can include the tibial preparation system 200. In some methods, the tibial preparation system 200 can be utilized up to and including resection. In some methods, the tibial preparation system 200 is utilized for assessments and measurements before and/or after resection.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be utilized up to, but not including resection. In some methods, the tibial preparation system 200 is utilized for assessments and measurements, without resection.
  • the systems and methods can include a surgical orientation device 300.
  • the systems and methods can include a reference sensor 400.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can be coupled to the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the femoral preparation system 100.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be coupled to the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can determine and/or can be mounted to a distal point of the femur corresponding to a location of a distal portion of a femur mechanical axis.
  • a pin is inserted in the center of the knee joint on femur.
  • the knee is placed in flexion.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can be located at the intersection of Whiteside’s line and the epicondylar axis.
  • the anatomy of the femur is probed to determine a location corresponding to the distal point of the femur mechanical axis.
  • the femoral preparation system 200 can determine a proximal point disposed on the femur mechanical axis.
  • an outrigger jig (not shown) is coupled to the pin placed at the center of the knee. The outrigger jig is utilized to guide placement of pins 102, 104 on side of the knee.
  • the pins 102, 104 are coupled to a jig portion to mount the reference sensor 400 for femur axis registration.
  • the reference sensor 400 is mounted outside of joint to allow limb to be placed in extension.
  • the femur is moved through a range of motion to determine the proximal point of the femur mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine a mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 is used to track movement of the femur as well as a cutting block.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 will not be attached to the femur during or after axis registrations.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 may still be attached to aid in placement of the cutting block.
  • the mechanical axis of the femur can be a line intersecting the distal point and the proximal point. In some embodiments, the mechanical axis of the femur can be a line intersecting the distal point to which the femoral preparation system 100 is mounted. In some embodiments, the mechanical axis of the femur can be a line intersecting the proximal point established the reference sensor 400 during movement of the femur.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be coupled to the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 is removed, or at least a portion of the femoral preparation system 100 is removed.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can determine the proximal point of tibial mechanical axis.
  • the anatomy of the tibia is probed to determine the proximal point of the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can determine a distal point of the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the anatomy of the tibia is probed as an input to the determination of the distal point of the tibial mechanical axis.
  • two portions of anatomy of the tibia are probed to enable the surgical orientation device 300 to determine a distal point corresponding to the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine a mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the mechanical axis of the tibia can include the distal and proximal point of the tibia.
  • Figure 5 illustrates additional features of the femoral preparation system 100 and the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can be used to calculate the femoral mechanical axis extending through the femur.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can be used to modify a natural femur with a distal femoral resection, enabling a prosthetic component to be securely mounted upon the distal end of the femur.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can support a cutting block or guide to facilitate one or more resections.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can be designed for total knee arthroplasty or unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 is used to assess femur characteristics, such as the orientation of the mechanical axis of the femur in relation to the tibia or a contralateral femur in a controlled manner to assess whether the joint should be modified in a manner adjusting orientation of the femur or another bone.
  • femoral preparation system 100 can be used for characterization without resection or other steps in preparation for a femoral joint component.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can comprise a femoral jig assembly 102.
  • the femoral jig assembly 102 can include a reference sensor device interface 104 by which the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the femoral jig assembly 102.
  • the femoral jig assembly 102 can include a surgical orientation device interface 106 by which the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the femoral jig assembly 102.
  • the surgical orientation device interface 106 can advantageously enable the surgical orientation device 300 to be quickly coupled and decoupled with the femoral jig assembly 102 during a surgical procedure. This enables the surgical orientation device 300 to be used in a modular fashion, with a variety of orthopedic fixtures at one or more stages of a procedure.
  • the reference sensor device interface 104 can advantageously enable the reference sensor 400 to be quickly coupled and decoupled with the femoral jig assembly 102 during a surgical procedure. This enables the reference sensor 400 to be used in a modular fashion, with a variety of orthopedic fixtures at one or more stages of a procedure.
  • a distal end portion of the femur is exposed using any conventional surgical technique.
  • the tibia and the femur can then be placed in approximately 90 degrees of flexion as shown in Figure 3. It is possible to place the leg in other degrees of flexion.
  • a small hole for receiving a portion of a fixation pin 108 of the femoral jig assembly 102 can then be drilled using any conventional surgical technique at an appropriate anatomical location.
  • the femoral jig assembly 102 can be coupled to the distal end portion of the femur.
  • the anatomical location can be along the Whiteside’s line.
  • the anatomical location can be along the epicondylar axis.
  • the anatomical location can be the intersection of Whiteside’s line and the epicondylar axis.
  • the method can include coupling one or more components of the femoral jig assembly 102 to the femur using one or more fixation pins 108.
  • the femoral jig assembly 102 can be offset from to the distal end portion of the femur.
  • the anatomical location can be offset from Whiteside’s line.
  • the anatomical location can be offset from the epicondylar axis.
  • the anatomical location can be offset from the intersection of Whiteside’s line and the epicondylar axis. In some methods, this offset is an input to determine a point along the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the anatomical location can be any suitable anatomical landmark or combination of landmarks within or adjacent or offset from to the distal end portion of the femur.
  • the method can include noting the indicia of distance provided by reference markings and the location of the fixation pin 108 in relation to the reference markings in order to establish the offset.
  • a distal point corresponding to the mechanical axis of the femur can be approximated by using a portion of the femoral jig assembly 102 to locate the center of the femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can be used to determine the relative coordinates of a center pivot point on the femur. By determining the coordinates of the pivot point of the femoral head, the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can calculate the location and/or orientation of the mechanical axis that extends through the femur.
  • the leg In order to determine the coordinates of the pivot point of the femoral head and thus the pivot point of the mechanical axis, the leg can be moved (e.g. swung).
  • Figures 6 and 7 show the femur in various positions for femoral mechanical axis registration.
  • the femur can be moved in any method to determine the proximal point.
  • the reference sensor 400 can determine a mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the leg can be moved in several different directions and/or planes, with the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 coupled to the femoral jig assembly 102.
  • Readings such as angular rate and acceleration (“surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 data”) of the femur can be obtained by the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 until the location and/or orientation of the mechanical axis of the leg and the femur (“femoral mechanical axis”) is found.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 data for each movement of the femur can be numerically integrated over time to obtain a trajectory of position and velocity points.
  • the acceleration and angular rate sensed by the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 during the leg movement can be processed while the leg is moved about its pivot point.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can provide an output vector representing the center of the rotation with respect to the inertial sensor axes of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400.
  • the leg can be moved about its pivot point while inertial data is being processed by the microprocessor.
  • An algorithm implemented on the microprocessor can process the inertial data in real time and determine if the leg is static or dynamically moving. Data from one or both states can be used by the algorithm to determine the pivot point.
  • the method of calculating the location and/or orientation of the femoral mechanical axis described herein, and for calculating in general the location and/or orientation of any axis based on a pivot point can provide accurate determination of pivot point location and radius of curvature without the burdensome and sometimes near impossible restraints of external measurements encountered in medical procedures.
  • the method can permit calculation of pivot points in blind situations where the end joint is typically hidden or unobservable, such as for the case of the head of a femur.
  • FIG. 5 also illustrates the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be used to calculate the tibial mechanical axis extending through the tibia.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be used to modify a natural tibia with a proximal tibial resection, enabling a prosthetic component to be securely mounted upon the proximal end of the tibia.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can support a cutting block or guide to facilitate one or more resections.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be designed for total knee arthroplasty or unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can comprise a tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can include a reference sensor device interface 204 by which the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can include a surgical orientation device interface 206 by which the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the surgical orientation device interface 206 can advantageously enable the surgical orientation device 300 to be quickly coupled and decoupled with the tibial jig assembly 202 during a surgical procedure. This enables the surgical orientation device 300 to be used in a modular fashion, such as moving between the femoral jig assembly 102 and the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the reference sensor device interface 204 can advantageously enable the reference sensor 400 to be quickly coupled and decoupled with the tibial jig assembly 202 during a surgical procedure. This enables the reference sensor 400 to be used in a modular fashion, such as moving between the femoral jig assembly 102 and the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the reference sensor 400 can preferably be coupled with the tibial jig assembly 202 such that during a knee replacement procedure, the reference sensor 400 follows the movement of the tibia, and generally does not move independently with respect to the tibia.
  • the configuration of the reference sensor device interface 204 can enable low profile mounting of the reference sensor 400 beneath other components of the tibial jig assembly 202, such that the reference sensor 400 can be located between at least one moving component of the tibial jig assembly 202 and the tibia of the patient.
  • a proximal end portion of the tibia is exposed using any conventional surgical technique.
  • the tibia and the femur can then be placed in approximately 90 degrees of flexion as shown in Figure 5. It is possible to place the leg in other degrees of flexion.
  • a small hole for receiving a portion of a fixation pin of the tibial jig assembly 202 can then be drilled using any conventional surgical technique at an appropriate anatomical location.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can include a midline reference probe assembly 210.
  • the midline reference probe assembly (not shown) can be positioned at an appropriate anatomical location at the proximal tibia.
  • the anatomical location can be a point just posterior to the insertion of the anterior cruciate ligament (“ACL”).
  • the anatomical location can be a location near the insertion of the anterior cruciate ligament.
  • the anatomical location can be a soft point on the top of the tibia commonly referred to as the A/P point of the mechanical axis.
  • This point is generally located along a tibial spine on top of the tibia, and marks the location of a point along the mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the anatomical location can be any suitable anatomical landmark.
  • the midline reference probe assembly 210 can be resting over the anatomical location.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can be offset from to the proximal end portion of the tibia.
  • the method can include noting the indicia of distance provided by reference markings and the location of the midline reference probe assembly in relation to the reference markings in order to establish the offset.
  • the offset can be entered into the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the offset can facilitate the determination of the proximal point of the tibia. In the method thus far, a proximal point corresponding to the mechanical axis of the tibia can be approximated by using a portion of the tibial jig assembly 202 to locate the center of the tibia.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can include a probe assembly 212 comprising an elongate member 214 and a probe member 216.
  • the probe member 216 can be configured to contact an anatomical landmark, such as for example a malleolus on a patient’s ankle.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the probe assembly 212 such that movement of the probe assembly 212 causes corresponding movement of the surgical orientation device 300. The surgical orientation device 300 can thereby track the orientation of the probe assembly 212 as the probe assembly 212 contacts distal points.
  • the method can further comprise acquiring landmarks to determine the location of the mechanical axis passing through the tibia.
  • landmarks can be acquired by engaging the probe member 216 of probe assembly 212 with a medial malleolus in a first reference position.
  • landmarks can be acquired by engaging the probe member 216 of probe assembly 212 with the lateral malleolus in the second reference position. Acquisition of the malleolus can be accomplished by swinging the probe assembly 212 and/or a portion or portions of the tibial jig assembly 202 such that the probe member 216 contacts the sides of the ankle.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can determine the location of the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can locate the sagittal and coronal planes extending through the tibial mechanical axis. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300 can calculate the location of the mechanical axis by assuming that the tibial mechanical axis extends from the point of contact of the midline probe assembly 210 with the proximal tibia through a point that is halfway between the two malleolus points contacted by the probe member 216.
  • the user can palpate the ankle. Once the location of the malleolus is contacted by the probe member 216, the user can press an user input on the surgical orientation device 300 to cause the surgical orientation device 300 to determine the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 in the reference position.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can register and/or calculate the current orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 based on data collected from the sensor(s) inside the surgical orientation device 300 at the first and second reference positions.
  • the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 in the first and second reference positions can be used to identify the orientation of a coronal plane extending through the tibia that contains the mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 in the first and second reference positions can be used to identifying the location and/or orientation of a sagittal plane containing the mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the mechanical axis of the tibia is determined.
  • the tibia and femur can be in flexion as shown in Figure 4.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be positioned on the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned on the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 determines the mechanical axis of the tibia in flexion.
  • the reference sensor 400 can track the position of the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 stores the tibia mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 determines the mechanical axis that extends from the point of contact of the midline probe assembly 210 and a point that is halfway between the two malleolus points contacted by the probe member 216.
  • the mechanical axis of the femur is determined.
  • the tibia and femur can be in flexion as shown in Figure 3.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be positioned on the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned on the femoral preparation system 100. During landmark registration, the reference sensor 400 can determine the mechanical axis of the femur in flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 stores the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 determines the mechanical axis that extends from the point of contact of the approximate center of the intercondylar notch and a rotational center.
  • the mechanical axis of the tibia is determined before the mechanical axis of the femur. In other methods, the mechanical axis of the femur is determined before the mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the leg is transitioned to extension for limb alignment measurements.
  • the leg is shown in extension in Figure 6.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be positioned on the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned on the femoral preparation system 100.
  • one of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 is positioned on the femoral preparation system 100 and the other of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 is positioned on the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 determined the mechanical axis of the tibia and femur before the leg is transitioned to extension.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 stored the mechanical axes.
  • the mechanical axis of the tibia and femur can be stored as vectors.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are configured to sense changes in orientation of the mechanical axis of the tibia relative to a fixed reference frame when the leg is in extension.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are configured to sense changes in orientation of the mechanical axis of the femur relative to a fixed reference frame when the leg is in extension.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are configured to sense changes in orientation of the mechanical axes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 sense changes in orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur when the leg is in extension.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 sense changes in orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur when the leg is in extension relative to the orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur when the leg is in flexion.
  • the leg is shown in flexion in Figure 7.
  • the changes in orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur can determine a varus/valgus angle between the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur.
  • the changes in orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur can determine a flexion/ contracture angle between the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur.
  • the changes in orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur can be measured in the coronal plane.
  • the changes in orientation of the mechanical axes of the tibia and femur can be measure in the sagittal plane.
  • the relative positioning of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine the angulation between the mechanical axis.
  • Varus/valgus includes rotational movement in a medial and/or lateral direction.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used for limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine the mechanical axis extending from a center of rotation of the femur in a socket of a hip to a landmark on the distal portion of the femur.
  • a plateau of the femur can be a plane perpendicular to the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine the mechanical axis extending from a landmark on the proximal portion of the tibia to a midpoint between the malleolus on a patient’s ankle.
  • a plateau of the tibia can be a plane perpendicular to the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine the angle between plateaus.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine a vams/valgus angle between plateaus.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine a flexion/contracture angle between plateaus.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine an angle relative to one or more planes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine an angle relative to one or more anatomical planes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine an angle based on a position in a three dimension coordinate system.
  • the mechanical axes are determined prior to resection.
  • the alignment of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes is determined prior to resection.
  • the leg is transitioned to extension for limb alignment measurements before resection.
  • the change in orientation of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes between flexion and extension can be stored.
  • the orientation of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes can be compared to pre-operative measurements taken from imaging techniques, such as x-rays.
  • the leg can be moved from extension to flexion for resection.
  • the leg in flexion is shown in Figure 7.
  • the surgeon can proceed to resection.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 can be coupled to a cutting guide.
  • the tibial preparation system 200 can be coupled to a cutting guide.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to a cutting guide.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to a cutting guide.
  • the resection is for total knee replacement. In some embodiments, the resection is for partial knee replacement. Additional details of cutting guides are disclosed in U.S. Patent Application No. 12/509,388 filed July 24, 2009, U.S. application no 13/011815 filed January 21, 2011, U.S. application no. 13/115065, filed May 24, 2011, U.S. application no 14/399046 filed November 5, 2014, and U.S. application no 14/401274 filed November 14, 2014, which are all incorporated by reference herein in their entireties for all purposes.
  • the alignment of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes is not determined prior to resection.
  • the surgeon can proceed to resection after the mechanical axes are determined.
  • the surgeon can proceed to resection after the mechanical axes are stored by the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the leg can remain in flexion.
  • the leg can be positioned in flexion for mechanical axis registration and resection.
  • the alignment of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes is determined after resection. In some methods, the alignment of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes is determined before and after resection. In some methods, the alignment of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes is determined only after resection. In some methods, the leg is transitioned to extension for limb alignment measurements after resection. The change in orientation of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes in extension relative to the tibial and femoral mechanical axes in flexion can be determined. The change in orientation of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes can be compared to pre-operative measurements taken from imaging techniques, such as x-rays. The leg can be moved from extension to flexion for further resection.
  • Figures 8 and 9 illustrates calibration of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400.
  • the leg is in extension for calibration.
  • the leg is in flexion for calibration.
  • calibration is optional.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are calibrated after determination of the tibial and femoral mechanical axes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are calibrated before limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be positioned on the tibial preparation system 200 for calibration.
  • the reference sensor device 400 can be positioned on the tibial preparation system 200 for calibration.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be a known orientation relative to each other when mounted on the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be zeroed.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can reduce errors caused by drift.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be calibrated before the reference sensor 400 is positioned on the femoral preparation system 100 for limb alignment calculations.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be moved back to the femoral preparation system 100 after calibration.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 and the tibial preparation system 200 can include reference sensor device interfaces 104, 204 by which the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the jig assemblies 102, 202.
  • Figures 7 and 8 illustrate an embodiment of the reference sensor device interfaces 104, 204.
  • Figure 10A illustrates registration of a module 500.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, the reference sensor 400 remains stationary relative to the tibia.
  • the module 500 is provided.
  • the module 500 can include any of the features of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 described herein.
  • the module 500 can include any sensor described herein.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 have the same configuration. In some embodiments, the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 have a different configuration. In some methods, the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 are both utilized. In some methods, the reference sensor 400 is utilized and the module 500 is not utilized.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be utilized in any method in place of the module 500.
  • the module 500 can be utilized in any method in place of the reference sensor 400.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can be partially or fully assembled for calibration of the module 500.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to a movable portion of the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled a fixed or stationary portion of the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202 in the same manner as these devices were coupled when locating the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the tibial jig assembly 202 can include a module interface 250 by which the module 500 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the module 500 can be coupled with the tibial jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, the module 500 couples with a movable portion of the tibial jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, the module 500 couples to the same movable portion of the tibial jig assembly 202 as the surgical orientation device 300. The angle between the surgical orientation device 300 and the module 500 can be fixed during calibration. The module 500 can be calibrated relative to the surgical orientation device 300. [0086] In some embodiments, the module 500 couples with a fixed portion of the tibial jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, the module 500 couples to the same fixed portion of the tibial jig assembly 202 as the reference sensor 400. The angle between the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be fixed during calibration. The module 500 can be calibrated relative to the reference sensor 400.
  • the leg is transitioned to extension as shown in Figure 7A.
  • the module 500 is registered or calibrated relative to the reference sensor 400 and/or the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the module 500 is kept stationary on the tibial jig assembly 202 during registration.
  • the module 500 can be fixed relative to the tibia.
  • the module 500 is coupled to the movable portion of the tibial jig assembly 202 during registration.
  • the module 500 can move relative to the reference sensor 400 during registration.
  • the leg is held stationary during registration.
  • the tibia is held stationary during registration.
  • the sensor of the module 500 is activated during registration.
  • gyro integration is initiated during registration.
  • the module 500 can be moved to the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the module 500 is moved from a location on the tibial jig assembly 202 to a location on the femoral jig assembly 102.
  • Figure 7B illustrates a position of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, module 500 during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to a movable portion of the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to a fixed portion of the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to a fixed portion of the tibial jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to a fixed portion of the movable jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300 tracks the position of the tibia during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some embodiments, the orientation device 300 received information from the reference sensor 400 during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some embodiments, the orientation device 300 received information from the module 500 during limb alignment and gap measurements. [0089] In some methods, the module 500 can couple with the femoral jig assembly 102 during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the module 500 couples with a fixed portion of the femoral jig assembly 102. In some embodiments, the module 500 couples with a movableportion of the femoral jig assembly 102. In some methods, the module 500 track the position of the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be moved to the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some methods, the reference sensor 400 is moved from a location on the tibial jig assembly 202 to a location on the femoral jig assembly 102.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the module 500 can be coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 tracks the position of the tibia during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some embodiments, the orientation device 300 received information from the reference sensor 400 during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some embodiments, the orientation device 300 received information from the module 500 during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the reference sensor 400 can couple with the femoral jig assembly 102 during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some embodiments, the reference sensor 400 couples with a fixed portion of the femoral jig assembly 102. In some methods, the reference sensor 400 track the position of the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can track the position of the tibia and femur during limb alignment and gap measurement.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 tracks the tibia.
  • the reference sensor 400 tracks the femur.
  • the module 500 tracks the femur.
  • Other configurations are contemplated.
  • he reference sensor 400 can track the position and orientation of the tibia.
  • he module 500 can track the position and orientation of the tibia. The user can get real-time position and/or orientation signals from the reference sensor 400 and the module 500. The user can get real-time limb alignment measurements.
  • the tracking of the tibia and the femur is limited in time. In some embodiments, the tracking of the tibia and the femur is limited in time before re-calibration is needed. Re-calibration can include any of the steps described herein for registering or calibrating the module 500.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 take static measurements based on the position of the tibia and the femur. In some methods, the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 take dynamic measurements based on the position of the tibia and the femur during a range of motion.
  • a valgus stress can be applied to the tibia and returned to a neutral position. Any degree of stress can be applied before the tibia is returned to a neutral position. The leg can be abducted. The load can be applied until the clinician feels resistance. Other ranges and degrees of movement are also possible.
  • the leg can be swung in one generally looping motion from a home position back to the home position, the looping motion causing both an abduction and raising of the leg.
  • the tibia and the femur can be placed in approximately 90 degrees of flexion.
  • the tibia and the femur can be placed in full extension. It is possible to place the leg in other degrees of flexion. Other movements of the leg are contemplated.
  • the reference sensor 400 can track the tibia and the module 500 can track the femur, as shown in Figure 10B. Other configurations are contemplated. In other embodiments, the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the femoral jig assembly 102 during limb alignment and gap measurements. The module 500 can be coupled to tibial jig assembly 202. In some embodiments, one of the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 couples to the tibia and the other of the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 couples to the femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be moved to a fixed portion of the tibial jig assembly 202 or the portion of the tibial jig assembly 202 to which the surgical orientation device 300 is mounted can be fixed by activating a clamp or other locking device.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be coupled a fixed portion of the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be registered relative to each other.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be moved to a fixed portion of the femoral jig assembly 102 during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • one of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 couples to the tibia and the other of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 couples to the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements. In some methods, only the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are utilized during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the surgeon can perform laxity tests to assess gap balancing of ligaments.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be in the same position for limb alignment and laxity testing, shown in Figure 10B.
  • the module 300 can track the position and/or orientation of the tibia.
  • the reference sensor 400 can track the position and/or orientation of the femur.
  • the module 500 can track the position and/or orientation of the femur
  • Figure 11 illustrates gap balancing assessments by at least two of following: the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 is mounted on tibia.
  • one or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 is mounted on femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 perform gap balancing before limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 perform gap balancing after limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 perform gap balancing when the leg is in extension for limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 are shown as icons.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 is positioned on the tibia.
  • the reference sensor 400 is positioned on the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned on the tibia and the module 500 can be positioned on the femur, or vice versa.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the surgical orientation device 300 are utilized.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned on the tibia and the surgical orientation device 300 can be positioned on the femur, or vice versa.
  • the module 500 and the surgical orientation device 300 are utilized.
  • the module 500 can be positioned on the femur and the surgical orientation device 300 can be positioned on the tibia, or vice versa.
  • the tibial mechanical axis has been calculated and the femoral mechanical axis has been calculated prior to gap balancing assessments.
  • resection has been performed prior to gap balancing measurement.
  • limb alignment measurements have been performed prior to gap balancing measurements.
  • At least one of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can track the position and/or orientation of the tibia.
  • at least one of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can track the position and/or orientation of the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 can track the position and/or orientation of the tibia
  • the module 500 can track the position and/or orientation of the femur with the arrangement shown in Figure 11.
  • gap balancing is performed with a trial implant or an implant.
  • gap balancing is performed with at least one implant positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the leg can be positioned in extension.
  • the angle between the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be determined with the condyles touching. This angle can be registered as 0 degrees.
  • the tibia and the femur can be taken through a range of motion.
  • a varus force is applied to the tibia and the angle between the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 on the tibia and the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 on the femur can be determined.
  • a force is applied to the tibia and the angle between the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 on the tibia and the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 on the femur is determined.
  • a varus force is applied to the tibia and the angle between the surgical orientation device 300 on the tibia and the reference sensor 400 on the femur can be determined.
  • the intercondylar distance can be known.
  • the intercondylar distance can be determined from images, such as x-rays.
  • the intercondylar distance can be measured during surgery. This distance can be an input into the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the intercondylar distance is 55 mm.
  • the gap due to varus force can be determined based on a geometric relationship based on the known applied varus force and the intercondylar distance.
  • the tibia and the femur can be taken through a range of motion as a valgus force is applied.
  • a valgus force is applied to the tibia and the angle between the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 on the tibia and the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 on the femur can be determined.
  • a force is applied to the tibia.
  • the angle between the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 on the tibia and the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 on the femur is determined when the force is applied.
  • a valgus force is applied to the tibia and the angle between the surgical orientation device 300 on the tibia and the reference sensor 400 on the femur can be determined.
  • the intercondylar distance can be known.
  • the gap due to valgus force can be determined based on a geometric relationship in the same manner as the gap due to varus force.
  • the gap can be calculated by applying a force and measuring the change in angle from the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis. This angle and the intercondylar distance can provide an estimate of the gap.
  • the user applies a varus torque.
  • the user applies a valgus torque.
  • the user applies a varus then a valgus torque.
  • the user applies a valgus torque then a varus torque.
  • the user applies varus and/or valgus force to the knee in extension.
  • the user applies varus and/or valgus force to the knee in flexion.
  • the user applies varus force in flexion and extension.
  • the user applies valgus force in flexion and extension.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can calculate the gap distance.
  • the gap distance is a product of the measured angles between the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 on the tibia and the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 on the femur.
  • the gap distance is a product of the known intercondylar distance.
  • dynamic gap heights provide insight into medial/lateral ligament tension.
  • the gap heights can provide insight into soft tissue balancing.
  • the gap measurements can be assessed before resections.
  • the gap can be assessed after resections.
  • the gap can be assessed before and after resections.
  • the gap can be assessed with a plurality of implants or trial implants.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be used to measure and record the location of anatomical landmarks used in a knee procedure.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be used to determine the location of a proximal or distal point of the mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be used to determine the location of a proximal or distal point of the mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be used to perform limb balancing measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be used to perform gap balancing measurements. These measurements can improve patient outcomes by quantifying limb alignment, improving implant selection, and/or improving implant placement.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include one or more inertial sensors.
  • the inertial sensors can track orientation and/or position of the tibia and the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the sensors in the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can determine a mechanical axis of the femur and a mechanical axis of the tibia. These mechanical axes can guide cutting blocks for the desired resections. These mechanical axes can also be utilized for limb balancing measurements. These mechanical axes can also be utilized for gap measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can comprise at least one inertial sensor, such as an accelerometer, a gyroscope, or a combination of these sensors and other sensors.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can utilize sensors other than optical trackers.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can measure acceleration.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can measure velocity.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can measure physical properties of the bones to which they are attached.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can include a three axis accelerometer to detect orientation relative to gravity and a plurality of gyroscopes to detect rotation. Other sensors could be used in various modifications.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include one or more sensors that together form an inertial measurement unit (IMU).
  • the IMU can include a first sensor for determining acceleration and a second sensor for determining gyroscopic positioning.
  • the first sensor can be an accelerometer and the second sensor can be a gyroscopic sensor.
  • the sensors can comprise a three-axis gyroscopic sensor and a three-axis accelerometer sensor.
  • the sensors in the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 preferably transfer data among themselves and in some cases with external devices such as computers, tablets, and/or smartphones, and external displays.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can be located within the surgical field.
  • the external device can be location within the surgical field or outside the surgical field.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can transfer data wirelessly, using Bluetooth, wifi® or other standard wireless telemetry protocol.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include a transmitter for sending data and/or receiving data.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can receive data from the reference sensor 400 and the module 500.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can include a transmitter for sending data or receiving data from an external output device.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can send data to the reference sensor 400 and the module 500.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can send data therebetween.
  • the information from the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of tibia and femur during the limb alignment and/or gap measurements.
  • the information from the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of tibia and femur during gap measurements.
  • the information from the reference sensor 400 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of tibial mechanical axis during a range of motion.
  • the information from the reference sensor 400 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of tibial mechanical axis during an applied force.
  • the information from the module 500 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of femoral mechanical axis during a range of motion.
  • the information from the module 500 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of femoral mechanical axis during an applied force.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include an indicator.
  • the indicator can be located on the front surface of the respective device.
  • the indicator can be located on the lateral surfaces of the respective device.
  • the indicator can be a light or LED indicating that the respective device is turned on.
  • the indicator can be a light or LED indicating that the respective device is sensing movement.
  • the indicator can be a separate component from the outer housing of the respective device or can be integrated on or within the outer housing of the respective device.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include a display.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 includes a display.
  • the display can be sized such that a user can readily read numbers, lettering, and/or symbols on the display while performing a medical procedure.
  • the display can be sized such that a user can receive instructions.
  • the display can be sized such that a user can view measurement data.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include a user input device.
  • the user input device can be located on the front surface of the respective device.
  • the user input device can be located on the lateral surfaces of the respective device.
  • the user input device can comprise a touchscreen.
  • the user input device can comprise one or more buttons.
  • the user input device can comprise one or more switches.
  • the user input device can comprise one or more scroll wheels.
  • the user input device can be activated, for example, by a finger, hand, and/or instrument to select a mode or modes of operation of the respective device.
  • the user input device can be a separate component from the outer housing of the respective device or can be integrated on or within the outer housing of the respective device. In some embodiments, the user input device is a separate component from the housing.
  • the user input device can comprise a remote input device coupled to the respective device via a wired or wireless connection.
  • the respective device can include a means to receive an input by the user.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include one or more functional components configured to sense position, orientation, or movement.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can comprise an electronic control unit that communicates with one or more inertial sensors.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can comprise a power supply.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can comprise internal memory.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can communicate with an external memory.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can communicate with the external output device described herein.
  • the external output device can include the external memory.
  • the external memory can be a separate component from the external output device or can be integrated on or within the external output device.
  • the external output device can allow a surgeon, medical personnel, and/or other user to operate the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 with ease, efficiency, and accuracy.
  • the electronic control unit of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 receives input from the one or more sensors of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500.
  • the electronic control unit can control and/or transmit output to the external memory.
  • the electronic control unit can control and/or transmit output to the external output device.
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to receive and send electronic data.
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to perform calculations based on received electronic data.
  • the electronic control unit can include a transmitter.
  • the electronic control unit can transfer data wirelessly, using BluetoothTM, Bluetooth Low EnergyTM, wifi® or other standard wireless telemetry protocol.
  • the electronic control unit can include a BlueToothTM radio.
  • the electronic control unit can include Bluetooth Low EnergyTM radio.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include a wireless module.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 comprises at least one accelerometer, at least one gyroscope, and an wireless module.
  • the electronic control unit of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be configured to convert the electronic data from a machine-readable format to a human readable format for presentation on the external output device or a display of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500.
  • the electronic control unit of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can communicate with internal memory to retrieve and/or store data.
  • the electronic control unit of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can communicate with external memory to retrieve and/or store data.
  • the electronic control unit can communicate with internal memory and/or external memory to retrieve program instructions for software and/or hardware.
  • the internal memory and the external memory can include random access memory (“RAM”), such as static RAM, for temporary storage of information and/or read only memory (“ROM”), such as flash memory, for more permanent storage of information.
  • RAM random access memory
  • ROM read only memory
  • the external memory can be integrated into a cloud database.
  • the external output device can retrieve data from a cloud database.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can interact with the external memory via cloud integration.
  • the external memory can be a server.
  • the electronic control unit of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be configured to receive the real-time data from the one or more sensors.
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to use the sensor data to determine, estimate, and/or calculate a mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to use the sensor data to determine, estimate, and/or calculate a mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to use the sensor data to determine, estimate, and/or calculate the alignment between the tibial and femoral mechanical axes.
  • the electronic control unit 20 can be configured to use the sensor data to determine, estimate, and/or calculate limb alignment.
  • the electronic control unit 20 can be configured to use the sensor data to determine, estimate, and/or calculate the gap distance under varus/valgus force.
  • the one or more sensors of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can comprise at least one orientation sensor configured to provide real-time data to the electronic control unit related to the motion, orientation, and/or position of the corresponding anatomy of the patient.
  • the one or more sensors can comprise at least one gyroscopic sensor, accelerometer sensor, tilt sensor, magnetometer and/or other similar device or devices. The one or more sensors can be configured to measure the alignment of the mechanical axes of the leg.
  • the one or more sensors can be configured to provide measurements relative to a reference point(s), line(s), plane(s), and/or gravitational zero.
  • Gravitational zero refers generally to an orientation in which an axis of the sensor is perpendicular to the force of gravity, and thereby experiences no angular offset, for example tilt, pitch, roll, or yaw, relative to a gravitational force vector.
  • the one or more sensors can be configured to provide measurements for use in dead reckoning or inertial navigation systems.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can collect data relative to a coordinate system.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a global coordinate system.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can synchronize with the global coordinate system.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a coordinate system including the mechanical axis of the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a coordinate system including the mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a coordinate system including an origin point.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a coordinate system related to a standing lateral film or x-ray.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a coordinate system related to an anterior/posterior x-ray.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can register to a coordinate system determined during calibration or registration. [0120]
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can determine the orientation of the tibia during limb alignment measurements.
  • the module 500 can determine the orientation of the femur during limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the orientation of the femur relative to the tibia. In some methods, the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can determine the orientation of the tibial mechanical axis. In some methods, the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can determine the orientation of the femoral mechanical axis. The surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can track these mechanical axes through a range of motions.
  • the systems can methods can determine various measurements related to limb alignment, including alignment of the femur and the tibia. The systems can methods can determine various measurements related to the gap including gap measurements under an applied force.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle while leg is in flexion.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle while the leg is in extension.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle through a range of motion.
  • Vams/valgus relates to the angulation within the shaft of a bone or at a joint.
  • Valgus relates to the distal part of the joint being more lateral and varus relates to the distal part of the joint being more medial.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall vams/valgus limb alignment angle by determining the relationship between the tibial and femoral mechanical axes. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in flexion. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in extension. In some methods, this is a dynamic determination when the knee is taken through a range of motion, for instance from flexion to extension or extension to flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle. In some methods, this angle can be determined before any resections.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle post-operatively.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle during trial reduction.
  • One or more trial implants can be positioned between the tibia and the femur. The knee can be positioned or taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall varus/valgus limb alignment angle for each of the trial implants.
  • the trial implant that achieves the target varus/valgus limb alignment can be selected.
  • An implant corresponding to the trial implant can be implanted.
  • the systems and methods can measure range of motion by measuring overall change from maximum extension to maximum flexion.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall anterior/posterior (flexion/extension) limb alignment angle.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall knee flexion angle while leg is in flexion.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall knee extension angle while the leg is in extension.
  • the systems and methods can determine an overall anterior/posterior (flexion/extension) limb alignment angle through a range of motion.
  • Knee flexion is the bending of the knee joint to bring the foot toward the posterior thigh.
  • Knee extension is the straightening of the knee joint. Flexion and extension relate to the joint movement of the knee. Normal range of motion of the knee is approximately 0° extension and approximately 140° flexion. Certain patients can have reduced flexion/extension.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine limb alignment statically in flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine limb alignment statically in extension.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine limb alignment dynamically when the knee is taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the knee extension angle and the knee flexion angle by determining the relationship between the tibial and femoral mechanical axes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall knee extension angle and the knee flexion angle before any resections .
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the knee extension angle and the knee flexion angle after any resections.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall knee extension angle and the knee flexion angle during trial reduction.
  • One or more trial implants can be positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the knee can be positioned or taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the overall knee extension angle and the knee flexion angle for each of the trial implants.
  • the trial implant that achieves the target knee extension angle and the knee flexion angle can be selected.
  • the trial implant can improve the range of motion of the patient toward a normal range of motion.
  • the trial implant can allow for full extension.
  • the trial implant can allow for full flexion.
  • An implant corresponding to the trial implant can be implanted.
  • the systems and methods can calculate the gap space.
  • the systems and methods can calculate the gap space while leg is in flexion.
  • the systems and methods can calculate the gap space while the leg is in extension.
  • the systems and methods can calculate the gap space through a range of motion.
  • Gap space relates to the distance between the medial and lateral femoral condyles and the tibial plateau.
  • the gap space can be calculated as the gap opening from a single femoral condyle to the tibial plateau assuming contact between the tibial plateau and femoral condyle of the other compartment. If an implant or trial implant is positioned in the gap space, the gap distance can related to the distance between medial and lateral femoral condyles and the implant or trial implant.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can calculate the gap space by determining the relationship between the tibia and femur. In some methods, the gap space is calculated, at least in part, by a distance measurement. In some methods, the gap space is calculated, at least in part, by an inertial measurement.
  • this is a static determination when the knee is in flexion. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in extension. In some methods, this is a dynamic determination when the knee is taken through a range of motion, for instance from flexion to extension or extension to flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the gap space before any resections.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the gap space after any resections.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the gap space during trial reduction.
  • One or more trial implants can be positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the knee can be positioned or taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the gap space each of the trial implants.
  • the trial implant that achieves the target gap space can be selected.
  • An implant corresponding to the trial implant can be implanted.
  • the systems and methods can estimate a limb alignment angle based on the navigated tibia resection angle.
  • the systems and methods can estimate a limb alignment angle based on the cut tibia resection angle.
  • the systems and methods can estimate the limb alignment angle while leg is in flexion.
  • the systems and methods can estimate the limb alignment angle while the leg is in extension.
  • the systems and methods can estimate the limb alignment angle through a range of motion.
  • the estimated limb alignment angle is varus/valgus.
  • the estimated limb alignment angle is flexion/extension.
  • the navigated tibia resection angle can be a target angle determined pre- operatively.
  • the navigated tibia resection angle can be a target angle determined based on pre-operative imaging.
  • the navigated tibia resection angle can be a target angle that is navigated by adjusting the tibial preparation system 200.
  • the cut tibia resection angle can be based on the anatomy of the tibia after resection.
  • the cut tibia resection angle can be determined intraoperatively.
  • the cut tibia resection angle can be determined after the resection occurs for cut verification.
  • the navigated tibia resection angle and the cut tibia resection angle are the same angle.
  • the navigated femoral resection angle can be a target angle determined pre-operatively.
  • the navigated femoral resection angle can be a target angle determined based on pre-operative imaging.
  • the navigated femoral resection angle can be a target angle that is navigated by adjusting the femoral preparation system 100.
  • the cut femoral resection angle can be based on the anatomy of the femoral after resection.
  • the cut femoral resection angle can be determined intraoperatively.
  • the cut femoral resection angle can be determined after the resection occurs for cut verification.
  • the navigated femoral resection angle and the cut femoral resection angle are the same angle.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine the limb alignment angle based on the navigated tibia resection angle by determining the relationship between the tibial and femoral mechanical axes. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in flexion. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in extension. In some methods, this is a dynamic determination when the knee is taken through a range of motion, for instance from flexion to extension or extension to flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can estimate the limb alignment angle pre-operatively.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can estimate the limb alignment angle post-operatively.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can estimate the limb alignment angle during trial reduction.
  • One or more trial implants can be positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the knee can be positioned or taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can estimate the limb alignment angle for each of the trial implants.
  • the trial implant that achieves the target limb alignment can be selected.
  • An implant corresponding to the trial implant can be implanted.
  • the systems and methods can perform a range of motion calculation.
  • the systems and methods can calculate a range of motion while leg is in flexion.
  • the systems and methods can calculate a range of motion while the leg is in extension.
  • the systems and methods can calculate a range of motion through a range of leg motion.
  • the calculated range of motion is vams/valgus motion.
  • the calculated range of motion is flexion/extension motion.
  • the calculated range of motion is axial rotation.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can calculate the range of motion by determining the relationship between the tibial and femoral mechanical axes. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in flexion. In some methods, this is a static determination when the knee is in extension. In some methods, this is a dynamic determination when the knee is taken through a range of motion, for instance from flexion to extension or extension to flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine range of motion pre-operatively.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine range of motion post- operatively.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine range of motion during trial reduction.
  • One or more trial implants can be positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the knee can be positioned or taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can determine range of motion for each of the trial implants.
  • the trial implant that achieves the target range of motion can be selected.
  • An implant corresponding to the trial implant can be implanted.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized to determine static limb alignment angles.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized to determine dynamic limb alignment angles.
  • Static measurements include measurements of the leg while leg is in a static position.
  • Dynamic measurements include measurement while the femur is moving, the tibia is moving, or both the tibia and the femur are moving.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized for unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized for total knee arthroplasty.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized for intra-operative measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized for pre-operative measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be utilized for post-operative measurements.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can provide a visual representation to the user.
  • the surgical orientation device 500 can include a display.
  • the visual representation can include angles, distances, or any other measurement.
  • the visual representation can include limb alignment angles including varus/valgus, medial/lateral, anterior/posterior, and/or flexion/extension.
  • the visual representation can include a graphical representation of tibia, femur, and/or leg.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be reusable. One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be sterilized. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can be able to be re-sterilized. One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be sterilized in an autoclave. One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be disposable. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and the module 500 can be single use.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include one or more inertial sensors.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include an accelerometer.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include a gyroscope.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include a wireless module.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include at least one inertial sensor and a wireless module.
  • each of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include at least one inertial sensor and an wireless module.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be configured to communicate with an external device.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be configured to communicate with the cloud.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 are configured to communicate therebetween.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can receive signals related to position and/or orientation.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can send signals related to position and/or orientation.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can have any features of the surgical orientation devices and reference devices described in U.S. Pat. Application No. 13/115065, which is incorporated by reference herein.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can include any navigation unit containing one or more of an accelerometer, gyroscope, display, touchscreen, buttons, and the wireless module.
  • the inertial sensors communicate to central processor.
  • the reference sensor 400 communicates with a central processor of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the reference sensor 400 communicates with a central processor of an external device, such as an external memory or cloud.
  • the module 500 communicates with a central processor of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the module 500 communicates with a central processor of an external device, such as an external memory or cloud.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 communicates with a central processor of an external device, such as an external memory or cloud.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 communicates with the surgical orientation device 300.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 communicates with an external device such as a computer, tablet or smartphone.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 with any device with a wireless module.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be coupled to one or more of the tibia and the femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can be directly attached to the tibia during tibia preparation.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can be directly attached to the femur during femur preparation.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can be directly attached to femur and/or tibia in the open wound.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 and/or tibial preparation system 200 can include a pinned jig configured to be coupled to the respective bone.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 and/or tibial preparation system 200 can include reference sensor device interfaces 104, 204 by which the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the jig assemblies 102, 202.
  • the femoral preparation system 100 and/or tibial preparation system 200 can include surgical orientation device interfaces 106, 206 by which the reference sensor 400 can be coupled to the jig assemblies 102, 202.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 can be attached to the assemblies 102, 202 with interfaces 104, 106, 204, 206 percutaneously.
  • the module 500 can be coupled to one or more of the tibia and the femur.
  • the module 500 can be directly attached to the tibia during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the module 500 can be directly attached to the femur during limb alignment and gap measurements.
  • the module 500 can couple to the femoral jig assembly 102.
  • the module 500 can couple to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the module 500 can couple to the femoral jig assembly 102 during calibration.
  • the module 500 can couple to the tibial jig assembly 202 during calibration.
  • the module 500 can couple with any interface of the assemblies 102, 202.
  • the module 500 can couple to the assemblies 102, 202 percutaneously.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be coupled to the femur bone. One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be coupled to the tibia bone. One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be coupled the skin of the patient. One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can be coupled to the soft tissue of the patient. [0153] One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can comprise an adhesive configured to adhere to the skin of the patient.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can comprise a wrap or strap configured to encircle a portion of the patient’s anatomy.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500 can comprise an inertial sensor embedded in a fabric.
  • the selection and placement of the tibial implant follows completion of the tibial resection.
  • the selection and placement of the femoral implant follows completion of the femoral resection.
  • the tibial implant can be rotated in any direction on the resected tibial surface.
  • the tibial implant can be selected from a plurality of implants that vary in gap height.
  • the tibial implant can be selected from a plurality of implants that vary in varus angle.
  • the tibial implant can be selected from a plurality of implants that vary in valgus angle.
  • the tibial implant can be selected from a plurality of implants that vary in the allowed range of motion.
  • the tibial implant can be selected from a plurality of implants that vary in flexion.
  • the tibial implant can be selected from a plurality of implants that vary in extension.
  • a more precise and/or quantifiable alignment method is likely to improve implant performance and patient satisfaction.
  • the systems and methods provide, in some embodiments, such more precise and/or quantifiable alignment methods to improve implant performance and patient satisfaction.
  • the systems and methods provide a way to quantify the alignment of the mechanical axes of the tibia and the femur.
  • the systems and methods provide a way to quantify the limb alignment angles.
  • the systems and methods provide a way to quantify the gap height.
  • the systems and methods can provide a recommendation on the trial implant or implant.
  • the systems and methods can provide an estimated gap distance.
  • the systems and methods provide means to quantify a varus force as a function of an angle measurement. This angle can determine the gap, which is a function of the applied angle and the intercondylar distance.
  • the systems and methods provide a means to quantify a valgus force as a function of an angle measurement..
  • the systems and methods provide a means to quantify an overall knee extension angle.
  • the systems and methods provide a means to quantify an overall knee flexion angle.
  • the systems and methods provide a means to quantify axial rotation.
  • the systems and methods provide a means to quantify the range of motion.
  • the systems and methods provide, in some embodiments, a method for selecting one or more of the tibial implant and the femoral implant by limb alignment and/or gap measurements based upon the femoral and tibial mechanical axes.
  • the femur contacts the tibia at two points: one medial, and one lateral.
  • the tibial implant and the femoral implant can be selected based the contact point profile.
  • the tibial implant and the femoral implant can be selected to change the gap.
  • the tibial implant and the femoral implant can be selected to increase or decrease the overall flexion angle.
  • one of the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 is securely attached to each of the femur and tibia.
  • the reference sensor 400 attached to the tibia can be aligned approximately with the tibial mechanical axis.
  • the module 500 attached to the femur can be aligned approximately with the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 are preferably mounted in a manner which allows normal function of the patella to reproduce normal knee kinematics. In some embodiments, a medialized attachment is preferred on both the tibia and femur to better accommodate the typical surgical exposure.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can also be within the surgical field. In some methods, the surgical orientation device 300 is coupled to the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the orientation of the tibial and femoral mechanical axis are calculated.
  • the mechanical axes can be calculated relative to the surgical orientation device 300, the reference sensor 400, and/or the module 500.
  • the mechanical axes can be calculated relative to a reference frame including gravity.
  • the mechanical axes can be calculated relative to a global coordinate system.
  • the mechanical axes can be calculated relative to an external reference coordinate system.
  • the mechanical axes can be calculated with an offset based on the configuration of one or more of the tibial jig assembly 202 or the femoral jig assembly 102. The offset can be applied to the calculated mechanical axis to improve accuracy.
  • the surgeon can bring the knee into full extension.
  • the surgeon can bring the knee into full flexion.
  • the surgeon can move the leg through a short arc of motion.
  • the surgeon can pivot about the femoral head in all directions.
  • the surgeon can rotate about the long axis of the leg.
  • the surgeon can apply varus torque to the knee.
  • the surgeon can apply valgus torque to the knee.
  • the surgeon can do one or more of these motions in series.
  • the surgeon can do one or more of these motions in simultaneously.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be stationary relative to each other during calibration.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be mounted on the tibial jig assembly 202.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be in a fixed relationship to each other. While stationary, the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can perform a transfer alignment to calculate the relative misalignment between the reference sensor 400 and the module 500.
  • the orientation of the module 500 can be established in the frame of reference of the reference sensor 400. In some embodiments, the orientation of the reference sensor 400 and the module 500 can be established in the frame of reference of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the knee is then taken through a range of motion.
  • Relative rotations between the tibia and femur are measured by comparing the angular changes recorded by their respective reference sensor 400 and module 500 throughout the range of motion.
  • the inertial measurements can be transmitted to the surgical orientation device 300. These rotations can be resolved into three directions corresponding to the flexion/extension, axial rotation, and varus/valgus directions.
  • the processor of the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a user-readable output related to one or more of these rotations.
  • the user-readable output can be the flexion angle.
  • the user- readable output can be the extension angle.
  • the user-readable output can be the varus angle.
  • the user-readable output can be the valgus angle.
  • the user-readable output can be the axial rotation of the tibial relative to the femur.
  • the user-readable output can an axial rotation measurement.
  • the user-readable output can be a graphical display.
  • the user-readable output can be a graph.
  • the user-readable output can be the vams/valgus angle at different degrees of flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can display numerical values.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can display numerical values for the varus/valgus angle at various flexion angles such as 90 degrees or 120 degrees.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can display numerical values for the rotation angle at various flexion angles such as 90 degrees or 120 degrees.
  • the surgeon repeats the transfer alignment.
  • the surgeon places the surgical orientation device 300 on the tibia and the reference sensor 400 on the femur.
  • the leg is taken through a range of motion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 displays the limb alignment and/or gap balancing measurements related to the trial implant.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can compare the inertial sensor output to targets. These targets can be based on published averages for healthy knees. These targets can be based on kinematic measurements taken from the patient prior to resection. These targets can be based on kinematic measurements taken from the contralateral knee.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a recommendation related to the trial implant. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a recommendation to change the vams/valgus angle of the trial implant. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a recommendation to change the gap height. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a recommendation to rotate the trial implant. In some embodiments, the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a recommendation based on the inertial sensor measurements of the reference sensor 400 and the module 500.
  • the surgeon applies alternating varus and valgus torque to the knee in order to gauge the opening allowed in each compartment.
  • This varus or valgus angle can be displayed on the surgical orientation device 300. This measurement can supplement the traditional visual estimation of knee laxity in the varus/valgus direction. This angle provides a means to quantitatively compare the medial and lateral laxity.
  • the surgeon can utilize inertial data from the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 to balance the medial/lateral laxity.
  • the surgeon can utilize inertial data from the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 to release soft tissue around the knee.
  • the surgeon can utilize inertial data from the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 to quantify the laxity of the knee joint. In some embodiments, the surgeon can utilize inertial data from the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 to quantify varus/valgus angle at a specific flexion angle. In some embodiments, the surgeon can utilize inertial data from the reference sensor 400 and/or the module 500 to quantify varus/valgus angle through a range of motion.
  • the surgeon can adjust or replace the trial implant. The process can be repeated until the trial implant is satisfactory. The surgeon can positon the implant based on the trial implant.
  • the range of motion of the trial implant or implant is stored by the surgical orientation device 300. In some embodiments, the range of motion of the trial implant or implant is transmitted by the surgical orientation device 300 for post operative comparisons.
  • Figures 12-18 illustrate a femoral preparation system 600 and a tibial preparation system 700.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include any component of the femoral preparation system 100 described herein.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include any component of the tibial preparation system 200 described herein.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 and the tibial preparation system 700 can include jigs that allow for the placement of the femoral preparation system 600 relative to the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can be used to position the reference sensor 400 relative to the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned laterally relative to the distal end of the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned so that the leg can be placed in extension.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned a known distance from an anatomical landmark.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be positioned at a known angle from an anatomical landmark.
  • the reference sensor 400 can communicate inertial sensor data related to position and orientation to the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 is configured to be securely mounted upon the lateral portion of the femur.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can also include one or more cutting guides to modify a natural femur with a distal femoral resection, enabling a prosthetic component to be securely mounted upon the distal end of the femur as described herein.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a cutting guide rod 602.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can couple to the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can include a threaded post 604.
  • the threaded post 604 can engage a threaded bore of the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the threaded bore can engage a midline reference probe assembly, as described herein, before the femoral preparation system 600 is mounted thereon.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can be removable.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can be rotated to uncouple the femoral preparation system 600 and the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can be rotated to couple the femoral preparation system 600 and the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can include a flange 606.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can include a cap 608.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a cutting guide bracket 610.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can include a slot 612.
  • the slot 612 can allow adjustment of the cutting guide bracket 610 relative to the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the slot 612 can allow adjustment of the cutting guide bracket 610 relative to the anatomy of the patient.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can slide relative to the cutting guide rod 602.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can be positioned within the slot 612.
  • the flange 606 can be below the cutting guide bracket 610.
  • the cap 608 can be above the cutting guide bracket 610.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can slide relative to the cutting guide rod 602.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can rotate relative to the cutting guide rod 602.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can be position the femoral preparation system 600 toward the left of the tibial preparation system 700, as shown.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can position the femoral preparation system 600 toward the right of the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can be a universal bracket allowing positioning on the left or right of the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the cutting guide bracket 602 can include a step 614.
  • the step 614 can position the cutting guide bracket 602 proximal to the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the step 614 can prevent interference between the cutting guide bracket 610 and another component of the system.
  • the cutting guide bracket 602 can include an opening 616.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a swivel post 620.
  • the swivel post 620 can include a flange 622.
  • the swivel post 620 can include a cap 624.
  • the opening can allow rotation of the swivel post 620 relative to the cutting guide bracket 602.
  • the opening 616 can allow rotation of the swivel post 620 relative to the anatomy of the patient.
  • the swivel post 620 can rotate relative to the cutting guide bracket 610.
  • the swivel post 620 can be positioned within the opening 616 of the cutting guide bracket 602.
  • the flange 622 can be above the cutting guide bracket 602.
  • the cap 624 can be below the cutting guide bracket 602.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include an extension 630.
  • the extension 630 can be coupled to the swivel post 620.
  • the extension 630 and the swivel post 620 can be separately formed.
  • the extension 630 and the swivel post 620 can be integrally formed.
  • the extension can include an opening 632.
  • the opening 632 can slide to engage a threaded pin 634.
  • the opening 632 can receive the threaded pin 634.
  • the threaded pin 634 can be an intramedullary pin.
  • the length of the extension 630 can be an input into the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the length of the extension 630 can be selected based on the anatomy of the patient.
  • the extension 630 can have a fixed length regardless of the anatomy of the patient.
  • the extension 630 can include a groove 636.
  • the groove 636 can be a keyed groove.
  • the groove 636 can be a dovetail groove.
  • the extension 630
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a mounting bracket 640.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can be an L shaped bracket.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can include a first portion 642.
  • the first portion 642 can be a tapered projection.
  • the first portion 642 can slide relative to the groove 636 of the extension 630.
  • the first portion 642 and the groove 636 can interlock.
  • the first portion 642 and the groove 636 can have one degree of freedom.
  • the first portion 642 can include a scale.
  • the first portion 642 can include markings to indicate the length relative to the extension 630.
  • the first portion 642 can include markings to indicate length relative to the pin 634. Indicia of distance on first portion 642 can be recorded as an input into the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can include a second portion 644.
  • the first portion 642 and the second portion 644 can be perpendicular.
  • the second portion 644 can include a hub 646.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a push button 650.
  • the push button 650 can slide relative to the hub 646 of the mounting bracket 640.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a spring 652.
  • the spring 652 can bias the push button 650.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include a connector 660.
  • the connector 660 can include a coupler 662.
  • the connector 660 can include one or more openings 664.
  • the connector 660 can include two openings 664.
  • the opening 664 can receive a threaded pin 666.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include one or more threaded pins 666.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include two threaded pins 666.
  • the two openings 664 can define the trajectories of the threaded pins 666.
  • the coupler 662 can engage the reference sensor interface 680 shown in Figure 18.
  • the reference sensor interface 680 can be mounted directly to the connector 662 after a portion of the femoral preparation system 600 is removed.
  • the push button 650 can engage the coupler 662.
  • the push button 650 can be biased to engage the coupler 662.
  • the push button 650 can be pushed to uncouple a portion of the femoral preparation system 600.
  • the push button 650 can be pushed to allow the mounting bracket 640 to disengage from the connector 660.
  • the push button 650 can be released to disengage the coupler 662.
  • the push button 650 can be released to allow the reference sensor interface 680 to be mounted to the connector 662.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include an orthopedic assembly for use in preparing a tibia for a prosthetic component.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include a component for adjusting a posterior/anterior slope of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include a component for adjusting a posterior/anterior slope of a cutting block.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include an also comprise a component for adjusting the varus/valgus slope of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include an also comprise a component for adjusting the varus/valgus slope of slope a cutting block.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include a landmark acquisition assembly 710.
  • the landmark acquisition assembly 710 can comprise a structure that is configured to contact and/or obtain information about anatomical landmarks on the human body.
  • the landmark acquisition assembly 710 can include an elongate member 712.
  • the landmark acquisition assembly 710 can include a probe member 714 that is located on at least one end of the elongate member 712.
  • the probe member 714 can be configured to contact an anatomical landmark, such as for example a malleolus on a patient’s ankle.
  • the elongate member 712 can further comprise a series of markings, indicating distance and/or length. The markings can be used to measure, for example, an AP offset of the probe member 714.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include a midline reference probe assembly.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include a threaded bore.
  • the threaded bore can engage the midline reference probe assembly, before the femoral preparation system 600 is mounted thereon.
  • the midline reference probe assembly can be positioned at an appropriate anatomical location at the proximal tibia.
  • the midline reference probe assembly can be at a point just posterior to the insertion of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), or at another suitable anatomical landmark.
  • ACL anterior cruciate ligament
  • a tip of the midline reference probe assembly can be resting over the insertion point of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee, and/or a soft point on the top of the tibia commonly referred to as the A/P point of the mechanical axis.
  • This point is generally located along a tibial spine on top of the tibia, and marks the location of a point along the mechanical axis of the leg.
  • Indicia of distance on an upper surface of the midline reference probe assembly can be noted and a corresponding A/P offset position can be an input into the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the A/P point can correspond to a point on the mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can calculate a second point on the mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can determine a mechanical axis vector.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include the reference sensor interface 780.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include the surgical orientation device interface 770.
  • the reference sensor 400 can couple to the reference sensor interface 780.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can couple to the surgical orientation device interface 770.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 is assembled with the reference sensor 400 coupled to the reference sensor interface 780 and the surgical orientation device 300 coupled to the surgical orientation device interface 770.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be mounted to a movable portion of the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be mounted to a fixed portion of the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the reference sensor 400 can track the positon of the tibia during the landmark acquisition.
  • the method of tibia registration can include acquiring landmarks to determine the location of the mechanical axis passing through the tibia.
  • landmarks can be acquired by engaging the probe member 714 of landmark acquisition assembly 710 first with a medial malleolus, and then with the lateral malleolus (or vice versa). Acquisition of the other malleolus can similarly be accomplished by swinging a portion or portions of the landmark acquisition assembly 710 such that the probe member 714 contacts the other side of the leg.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can determine the location of the mechanical axis, e.g., by locating sagittal and coronal planes extending through the mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can calculate the location of the mechanical axis by assuming that the mechanical axis extends from the point of contact of the midline reference probe assembly with the proximal tibia through a point that is halfway between the two malleolus points contacted by the probe member of the landmark acquisition assembly 710 on either side of the leg, or any other appropriate point.
  • the user can activate the surgical orientation device 300, such as by pressing one of the user inputs on the surgical orientation device 300, during each landmark acquisition.
  • the, surgical orientation device 300 can register (e.g. record) the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 as a reference position (e.g. a first reference position).
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can register and/or calculate the current orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 based on data collected from the sensor(s) inside the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 in a first reference position can be used to identify and register the orientation of a coronal plane which contains the mechanical axis of the leg, as well as to determine a first reference point for identifying the location and/or orientation of a sagittal plane containing this same mechanical axis.
  • the user can then swing the probe member of landmark acquisition assembly 710 over to the other (e.g. medial) side of the leg, such that the reference probe 714 is located adjacent the other malleolus. During each landmark acquisition, the user can palpate the ankle. Once the location of the other (e.g. medial) malleolus is identified, the user can press one of the user inputs on the surgical orientation device 300 to cause the surgical orientation device 300 to determine the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 in a second reference position. For example, the surgical orientation device 300 can register and/or calculate the current orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 based on data collected from the sensor(s) inside the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 in the second reference position can again be used to identify the orientation of a coronal plane extending through the tibia that contains the mechanical axis of the leg, and/or can be used to locate a second reference point for identifying the location and/or orientation of a sagittal plane containing the same mechanical axis.
  • output of the sensor(s) in the surgical orientation device 300 can be monitored in a manner that minimizes error in the reading. For example, a transient phase can be eliminated in the output of the sensors to arrive at an accurate estimation of the given anatomical landmark.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can determine (e.g. calculate) the location of a desired plane between the lateral malleolus and the medial malleolus.
  • the desired plane can correspond to the sagittal plane containing the mechanical axis.
  • the desired plane can vary, depending on factors such as the patient’s specific anatomy and the surgeon’s training and experience. For example, the desired plane can be located midway between the lateral malleolus and medial malleolus, or 55% toward the medial malleolus from the lateral malleolus, or at some other predetermined location.
  • the user can use one or more user inputs to direct the surgical orientation device 300 to calculate the location of and/or orientation of the sagittal plane.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can provide location feedback to the user, for example in the form of a visual signal or signals on the display, indicating that the location of the sagittal plane has been calculated.
  • the method of femoral registration can include acquiring landmarks to determine the location of the mechanical axis passing through the femur.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can comprise an orthopedic assembly for femoral preparation.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 is configured to be securely mounted upon the lateral portion of the femur.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can include the cutting guide rod 602, the cutting guide bracket 610, the swivel post 620, the extension 630, the mounting bracket 640, the push button 650, and the connector 660.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can be mounted on the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the cutting guide rod 602 can engage the tibial preparation system 700.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can be adjustable.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can be inserted into the tibial preparation system 700 and secured thereto.
  • the cutting guide bracket 610 can slide relative to the cutting guide rod 602.
  • the swivel post 620 can swivel relative to the cutting guide bracket 610.
  • the extension 630 can be positioned relative to the anatomy.
  • the femoral preparation system 600 can be aligned with the anatomy of the patient.
  • the method can include locating a distal point that is intersected by the mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the method can comprise positioning the threaded pin 634.
  • the threaded pin 634 can be positioned relative to a distal point of the femoral mechanical axis.
  • the threaded pin 634 can be a midline pin.
  • the threaded pin 634 can be in the approximate center of the intercondylar notch.
  • the threaded pin 634 places the femoral preparation system 600 in an approximate center position of the distal end portion of the femur.
  • the method can comprise positioning the extension 630.
  • the extension 630 can swivel via the swivel post 620.
  • the extension 630 can include the opening 632.
  • the threaded pin 634 is inserted first and the extension 630 is positioned relative to the threaded pin 634.
  • the opening 632 can serve as a drill guide for inserting the threaded pin 634.
  • the mounting bracket 640 is uncoupled from the extension 630 during positioning of the extension 630.
  • the mounting bracket 640 is coupled to the connector 660.
  • the push button 650 can be biased.
  • the push button 650 can couple the mounting bracket 640 and the connector 660 forming a unitary structure.
  • the mounting bracket 640, the push button 650, and the connector 660 can be pre-assembled.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can positioned relative to the extension 630.
  • the mounting bracket 640 and the extension 630 can form a tongue and groove connection.
  • the method can include sliding the assembled mounting bracket 640 and the connector 660 relative to the extension 630.
  • the method can include reducing the mounting bracket 640 and the connector 660 down until the connector 660 is coincident to the bone.
  • the extension 630 remains fixed to the femur via the threaded pin 634.
  • the location of the mounting bracket 640 relative to the extension 330 can be an input into the system.
  • the distance that the mounting bracket 640 slides relative to the extension 330 can be an input into the system.
  • the connector 660 can include one or more openings 664.
  • the one or more openings 664 can serve as a drill guide for inserting the threaded pin 666.
  • the threaded pin 666 is inserted through the opening 664 of the connector 660.
  • the openings 664 can be angled.
  • the openings 644 can be offset.
  • the openings 664 can be angled and offset drill guide holes.
  • the connector 660 can be fixed to the femur via the one or more pins 666.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can be detached from the connector 660.
  • the push button 650 can be pushed toward the connector 660.
  • the push button 650 can disengage the connector 660.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can slide relative to the connector 660 to disengage from the connector 660.
  • the mounting bracket 640 can slide relative to the extension 630 to disengage from the extension 630.
  • the extension 630 can be removed.
  • the cutting guide rod 602, the cutting guide bracket 610, the swivel post 620, and the extension 630 can be removed.
  • the connector 660 remains fixed to the femur.
  • the connector 660 can couple to the reference sensor 400.
  • the connector 660 can couple to the reference sensor interface 680.
  • the reference sensor 400 can couple to the reference sensor interface 680.
  • a cutting block is mounted to the threaded pin 634 for resection.
  • the threaded pin 634 can be removed.
  • the reference sensor device 400 and/or orientation device 300 can be used to determine the relative coordinates of a center pivot point on the femur. By determining the coordinates of the pivot point of the femoral head, the reference sensor device 400 and/or surgical orientation device 300 can calculate the location and/or orientation of the mechanical axis that extends through the femur.
  • the leg In order to determine the coordinates of the pivot point of the femoral head (i.e. the pivot point of the mechanical axis), the leg can be moved (e.g. swung). For example, the leg can be moved in several different directions and/or planes, with the reference sensor device 400 attached. Readings such as angular rate and acceleration of the femur can be obtained by the reference sensor device 400 until the location and/or orientation of the mechanical axis of the leg and the femur (“femoral mechanical axis”) is found.
  • reference sensor data for each movement of the femur can be numerically integrated over time to obtain a trajectory of position and velocity points (one point for each IMU data).
  • the IMU data can be integrated without imposing any plane trajectory constraints on movements of the femur.
  • the acceleration and angular rate sensed by the reference sensor device 400 during the leg movement can be processed while the leg is moved about its pivot point.
  • the reference sensor device 400 can provide an output vector representing the center of the rotation with respect to the inertial sensor axes of the reference sensor device 400.
  • an error correction technique can be used to remove biases in the surgical orientation device 300 and reference sensor 400.
  • an error correction technique can include assessing 1) static bias; 2) gyroscopic bias; and 3) accelerometer bias in the surgical reference sensor 400 and surgical orientation device 300.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 determine the mechanical axis of the tibia and femur in flexion.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 stores the mechanical axis.
  • the leg is transitioned to extension after both mechanical axes are acquired.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are configured to sense changes in orientation.
  • the changes in orientation when the leg is in flexion and when the leg is in extension can determine the angulation of the mechanical axes.
  • the changes of the mechanical axes can determine a varus/valgus angle.
  • the changes of the mechanical axes can determine a flexion/extension angle.
  • the changes of the mechanical axes can be measured in the coronal plane.
  • leg alignment measurements are taken prior to resection.
  • the leg is brought into extension.
  • the changes in the tibia mechanical axis relative to the femoral mechanical axis are calculated.
  • the limb alignment through the hip, knee, and ankle are calculated.
  • the relative positioning of the mechanical axes can be stored by the surgical orientation device before resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or reference sensor 400 can provide guidance to the surgeon as to how to position a cutting block on the bone in order to achieve a cutting plane that is perpendicular to the load bearing axis of the bone.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or reference sensor 400 can provide guidance to the surgeon as to how to position a cutting block on the bone in order to achieve a cutting plane some number of degrees off of that perpendicular plane if desired.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or reference sensor 400 can provide guidance regarding a vams/vulgas angle for a cutting plane.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or reference sensor 400 can provide guidance regarding a flexion/extension angle for a cutting plane.
  • the cutting guide can be fixed to the bone to be cut and the reference sensor 400 and/or surgical orientation device 300 can be coupled to the cutting guide.
  • the tibial preparation system 700 can include the cutting guide.
  • one device is attached to a fixed portion of the tibial preparation system 700 to act as a reference to the bone’s orientation and the other device is attached to an articulating arm of the tibial preparation system 700 to provide the surgeon a means to find and set the desired cutting plane.
  • the articulating arm of the tibial preparation system 700 can be constrained to only be moved in two dimensions, e.g., pitch and yaw (not rotation). These two axes form a plane that can be adjusted to guide the placement of the cutting block which guides the saw to cut the bone on that plane.
  • the tibial cutting block can be utilized.
  • the cutting block can be positioned such that the cutting block is spaced away from anterior surface of the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the tibial preparation system 700 can used to adjust the cutting block in order to obtain a desired orientation for resection of the top of the tibia.
  • a posterior slope assembly and a vams/valgus assembly of the tibial preparation system 700 can each be independently adjusted to change the angle of the cutting block, and subsequently, the angle of the intended resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can provide a reading or readings on the display indicating whether the surgical orientation device 300 and the cutting block are aligned with the sagittal plane and/or coronal plane containing the tibia mechanical axis.
  • the femoral cutting block can be utilized.
  • the cutting block can be positioned such that the cutting block is spaced away from distal surface of the femur.
  • the reference sensor 400 and the femoral preparation system 600 can used to adjust the cutting block in order to obtain a desired orientation for resection of the femur.
  • the user can begin adjusting and orienting the femoral cutting block relative to the location of the mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can display the vams/valgus and flexion/extension angle adjustments needed for the cutting block to reach neutral alignment with the mechanical axis that passes through the femoral head.
  • the cutting blocks can be mounted to a surface by a plurality of pins. After the cutting block has been mounted to the tibia, a proximal portion of the tibia can be resected. After the cutting block has been mounted to the femur, a distal portion of the femur can be resected.
  • the mechanical axes can be verified after resection.
  • the leg is brought to extension after resection.
  • the implant can be positioned within the knee joint.
  • the limb alignment can verify the placement of the implant.
  • the limb alignment can verify the varus/valgus angle in extension.
  • the alignment can verify the flexion/extension angle in extension.
  • changes in the tibia mechanical axis is determined after resection.
  • changes in the femoral mechanical axis is determined after resection.
  • the location of the reference sensor device 400 on the femur allows leg to be moved to extension. In extension, the relative positioning of the mechanical axes is determined.
  • the reference sensor device 400 can enable the procedure to proceed without fixation of the leg being operated upon because the reference sensor device 400 can track the relative positions of the femur.
  • at least one of the reference sensor device 400 and the surgical orientation device 300 can communicate with the other, such that any relative movement of one of the devices can be tracked by the other, and the resulting overall orientation of the reference sensor device 400 and/or surgical orientation device 300 can be displayed on display of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the reference sensor device 400 can track movement of the femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can track movement of the tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can record any points or axes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can store these points and axes during the procedure.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can reference these stored mechanical axes after resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to measure and record the location of anatomical landmarks.
  • the mechanical axis of a leg as defined herein, generally refers to a line extending from the center of rotation of a proximal head of a femur (e.g. the center of the femoral head) through, ideally, the approximate center of the knee, to a center, or mid-point, of the ankle.
  • the mechanical axis of the femur is the same axial line extending from the center of rotation of the proximal head of the femur through the center of the distal end of the femur (the center of distal end of the femur is commonly described as the center of the intercondylar notch).
  • an ideal mechanical axis in a patient allows load to pass from the center of the hip, through the center of the knee, and to the center of the ankle.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 in conjunction with the reference sensor 400, can be used to locate the spatial orientation of the mechanical axes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to locate one, two, or more planes intersecting the mechanical axis.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to locate the coronal plane.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to locate the sagittal plane.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can also be used for verifying an alignment of an orthopedic fixture or fixtures, or a cutting plane or planes, before resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can also be used for verifying an alignment of an orthopedic fixture or fixtures, or a cutting plane or planes, after resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to determine alignment of the mechanical axes before resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to determine alignment of the mechanical axes after resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be used to determine gap measurements after resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can be mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 during tibial registration.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can remain mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 during femoral registration.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can remain mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 as the leg is brought into extension for limb alignment and/or gap measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can remain mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 to determine one or more angles between the mechanical axes.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can remain mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 during and after resection.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can remain mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 during limb alignment measurements after resection.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be mounted on the tibial preparation system 700 during tibial registration.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be moved femoral preparation system 600 during femoral registration.
  • the reference sensor 400 can remain mounted on the femoral preparation system 600 during limb alignment and/or gap balancing measurements.
  • the reference sensor 400 can remain mounted on the femoral preparation system 600 as the leg is brought into extension.
  • the reference sensor 400 can remain mounted on the femoral preparation system 600 to determine one or more angles between the mechanical axes.
  • the reference sensor 400 can remain mounted on the femoral preparation system 600 during and after resection.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be moved back to the tibial preparation system 700 during and after resection.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be moved back to the tibial preparation system 700 for calibration.
  • the reference sensor 400 can be moved back to the femoral preparation system 600 during limb alignment measurements after resection.
  • the limb alignment measurements can include angulations in the tibia mechanical axis and the femoral mechanical axis when the leg is in extension.
  • the limb alignment measurements can be useful for partial knee replacement.
  • the limb alignment measurements can be useful for total knee replacement.
  • the limb alignment measurements can improve longevity for any implant.
  • the limb alignment measurements can determine the mechanical axis extending through the hip, knee, and ankle of the patient.
  • the limb alignment measurements can determine the vams/valgus angle between the mechanical axis of the tibia and femur.
  • the limb alignment measurements can determine an angle in the coronal plane.
  • the limb alignment measurements can determine the flexion/extension angle between the mechanical axis of the tibia and femur.
  • the limb alignment measurements can determine an angle in the sagittal plane.
  • the limb alignment measurement can provide cut verification.
  • the surgeon can perform a resection.
  • the resection can be a neutral cut.
  • the resection can be some angle relative to the coronal plane.
  • the resection can be some angle relative to the sagittal plane.
  • the resection can include a proximal distal cut.
  • the resection can include the medal and lateral compartment cut.
  • the resection does not include a proximal distal cut.
  • the resection can include one compartment.
  • the implant can change the overall alignment of the mechanical axis of the leg.
  • the implant can change the varus/valgus angle.
  • the implant can change the flexion/extension angle.
  • the implant can change the gap.
  • the limb alignment measurement can determine the relative orientation of the mechanical axes after placement of the implant.
  • the limb alignment measurement can determine if the implant provides a correction in the coronal plane.
  • the limb alignment measurement can determine if the implant provides a correction in the sagittal plane.
  • the limb alignment measurement can determine if the measured angles correlates with pre-operative angles determined from imaging techniques.
  • the measurements can provide information on whether soft tissue release is needed.
  • the measurements can determine lift off relative to the implant.
  • the limb alignment measurement can determine how the mechanical axis of the tibia rotates about the mechanical axis of the femur.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed after the mechanical axes are acquired.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed after the mechanical axes are stored.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed after the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 are calibrated.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed before resection.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed after resection.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed when the leg is in extension.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed after the implant is positioned.
  • the limb alignment measurement can be performed anytime during the surgical procedure.
  • a force is applied to the knee.
  • the surgical orientation device 300, in conjunction with the reference sensor 400 can perform gap balancing assessments.
  • the reference sensor 400 is mounted on femur.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 is mounted on tibia.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 perform gap balancing before limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 perform gap balancing after limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 perform gap balancing when the leg is in extension.
  • gap balancing is performed with at least one implant positioned between the tibia and the femur.
  • the angle between the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can be determined with the condyles touching. This angle can be registered as 0 degrees.
  • the tibia and the femur can be taken through a range of motion.
  • a varus force is applied to the tibia.
  • a valgus force is applied to the tibia.
  • the angle between the surgical orientation device 300 on the tibia and the reference sensor 400 on the femur can be determined.
  • the user applies a varus torque.
  • the user applies a valgus torque.
  • the intercondylar distance can be known.
  • the intercondylar distance can be determined from images, such as x-rays.
  • the intercondylar distance can be measured during surgery. This distance can be an input into the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the intercondylar distance is 55 mm.
  • the gap due to varus force can be determined based on a geometric relationship based on the known applied varus force and the intercondylar distance.
  • the gap due to valgus force can be determined based on a geometric relationship in the same manner as the gap due to varus force.
  • the gap can be calculated by applying a force and measuring the change in angle from the femoral mechanical axis and the tibial mechanical axis. This angle and the intercondylar distance can provide an estimate of the gap.
  • One or more of the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can calculate the gap distance.
  • the gap distance is a product of the measured angles between the tibia and the femur.
  • the gap distance is a product of the known intercondylar distance.
  • dynamic gap heights provide insight into medial/lateral ligament tension.
  • the gap heights can provide insight into soft tissue balancing.
  • the gap measurements can determine if further soft tissue release is needed.
  • the gap measurements can be determined before resection.
  • the gap measurements can be determined after resection.
  • the gap can be assessed before and after resections.
  • the gap can be assessed with a plurality of implants or trial implants.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can comprise a display.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 is located within the surgical field during limb alignment measurements.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 is located within the surgical field during gap measurements.
  • the display can be sized such that a user can readily read numbers, lettering, and/or symbols displayed on the display screen while performing the procedure.
  • the display can facilitate positioning of the cutting guide during resection.
  • the display can provide information to verify the position of the mechanical axis after resection.
  • the display can provide information on limb alignment.
  • the display can provide information on gap balancing.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can store data that is measured or calculated.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can store data that is inputted by the user.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can store a distance measurement corresponding to the mounting bracket 640 relative to the extension 630.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can store the length and/or angle of the extension 630.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can store an orientation of the femoral preparation system 600.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 can further comprise at least one user input device.
  • the at least one user input device can comprise a plurality of buttons located adjacent the display. The buttons can be activated, for example, by a finger, hand, and/or instrument to input data.
  • the data can include distance measurements related to anatomical landmarks.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 includes a user interface with which a clinician can interact during a procedure.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and the reference sensor 400 can acquire and store data related to position and orientation.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 includes an electrical system.
  • the electrical system can include one or more features including: one or more sensors, an electronic control unit that communicates with one or more sensors, one or more visible alignment indicators, a power supply, the display, memory, one or more user input devices, one or more processors, program logic, other substrate configurations representing data and instructions, controller circuitry, processor circuitry, processors, general purpose single-chip or multi-chip microprocessors, digital signal processors, embedded microprocessors, microcontrollers, other output devices and/or one or more input/output (“I/O”) ports.
  • I/O input/output
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to convert the electronic data from a machine-readable format to a human readable format for presentation on the display of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the electronic control unit can communicate with internal memory and/or the external memory to retrieve and/or store data and/or program instructions for software and/or hardware.
  • the internal memory and the external memory can include random access memory (“RAM”), such as static RAM, for temporary storage of information and/or read only memory (“ROM”), such as flash memory, for more permanent storage of information.
  • RAM random access memory
  • ROM read only memory
  • the sensor(s) can be configured to provide continuous real-time data to one or more processors.
  • the electronic control unit can be configured to receive the real-time data from the sensor(s) and to use the sensor data to determine, estimate, and/or calculate an orientation or position of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the orientation or position of the reference sensor 400.
  • the system can include an external display.
  • the electronic equipment can include one or more handheld devices such as a computer, desktop computer, laptop computer, or tablet computer such as an iPad®.
  • the display is located within the surgical field.
  • the display is located outside the surgical field.
  • the reference sensor device 400 can include a display.
  • electronic equipment can include at least one user input device.
  • the user input device can be activated, for example, by a finger, hand, and/or instrument.
  • the electronic equipment can include software and/or hardware for the systems described herein.
  • the electronic equipment can include external memory for the systems described herein.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 can connect to the internet.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 can transmit or receive information from the internet.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 can connect to the cloud.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 40 can transmit or receive information from the cloud.
  • the one or more sensors of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 can comprise at least one orientation sensor configured to provide real-time data to the electronic control unit related to the motion, orientation, and/or position of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400.
  • the sensor module can comprise at least one gyroscopic sensor, accelerometer sensor, tilt sensor, magnetometer and/or other similar device or devices configured to measure, and/or facilitate determination of, an orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400.
  • the sensors can be configured to provide measurements relative to a reference point(s), line(s), plane(s), and/or gravitational zero.
  • Gravitational zero refers generally to an orientation in which an axis of the sensor is perpendicular to the force of gravity, and thereby experiences no angular offset, for example tilt, pitch, roll, or yaw, relative to a gravitational force vector.
  • the sensor(s) can be configured to provide measurements for use in dead reckoning or inertial navigation systems.
  • the sensor(s) comprise one or more accelerometers that measure the static acceleration of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 due to gravity.
  • the accelerometers can be used as tilt sensors to detect rotation of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 about one or more of its axes.
  • the one or more accelerometers can comprise a dual axis accelerometer (which can measure rotation about two axes of rotation) or a three-axis accelerometer (which can measure rotation about three axes of rotation).
  • the changes in orientation about the axes of the accelerometers can be determined relative to gravitational zero and/or to a reference plane registered during a tibial or femoral preparation procedure as described herein.
  • a multi-axis accelerometer detects changes in orientation about two axes of rotation.
  • the multi-axis accelerometer can detect changes in angular position from a horizontal plane (e.g., anterior/posterior rotation) surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 and changes in angular position from a vertical plane (e.g., roll rotation) of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400.
  • the sensors comprise at least one single- or multi axis gyroscope sensor and at least one single- or multi-axis accelerometer sensor.
  • the senor can comprise a three-axis gyroscope sensor (or three gyroscope sensors) and a three-axis accelerometer (or three accelerometer sensors) to provide position and orientation measurements for all six degrees of freedom of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400.
  • the sensors provide an inertial navigation or dead reckoning system to continuously calculate the position, orientation, and velocity of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 without the need for external references
  • the reference sensor 400 can include any of the features of the surgical orientation device 300.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor 400 includes in one embodiment one or more sensors that together can form an inertial measurement unit (IMU).
  • the IMU includes a first sensor for determining acceleration and a second sensor for determining gyroscopic positioning.
  • the first sensor can be an accelerometer and the second sensor can be a gyroscopic sensor.
  • the reference sensor 400 also includes a transmitter for sending data from the sensors to the electrical system of the surgical orientation device 300. The information received from the reference sensor 400 can be fed to an input port, or alternatively, the electronic control unit of the surgical orientation device 300 can itself receive the information wirelessly.
  • the information from the reference sensor 400 can correspond, for example, to the position and/or orientation of the reference sensor 400, and can be used by the surgical orientation device 300 to determine an aggregate, relative, or overall position and/or orientation of the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400.
  • the surgical orientation device 300 and/or the reference sensor device 400 can be used to measure and record the location of anatomical landmarks, such as the location of the mechanical axis of a leg, tibia, and femur. Additional details of systems, devices, sensors, and methods are set forth in U.S. application no. 10/864,085 filed June 9, 2004, U.S. application no. 11/182528 filed July 15, 2009, U.S. application no. 12/557051 filed September 10, 2009, U.S. application no. 12/509388 filed July 24, 2009, U.S. application no 13/011815 filed January 21, 2011, U.S. application no. 13/115065, filed May 24, 2011; U.S. application no 14/399046 filed November 5, 2014, U.S.
  • any one or a combination of the modules could be directly connected to an umbrella hub or overhead support to form another separate aspect. Accordingly, it should be understood that various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments can be combined with or substituted for one another in order to form varying modes of the disclosed embodiments. Thus, it is intended that the scope of the present invention herein disclosed should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described above, but should be determined only by a fair reading of the claims that follow.

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