Patent ID: 6083244
Filing Date: 2000-07-04
Classification: A61B,A61F

Abstract:
Apparatus for repairing a tear in a tendon or ligament, the apparatus comprising:an elongate tensile member adapted to extend within the interior of said tendon or ligament from a first side of said tear to a second side of said tear;a first anchor body connected with said elongate tensile member, said first anchor body configured for insertion within the interior of said tendon or ligament;first securing structure operable to at least assist in holding said first anchor body within the interior of said tendon or ligament on the first side of said tear;a second anchor body connected for movement along said elongate tensile member, said second anchor body configured for insertion and retention within the interior of said tendon or ligament;second securing structure operable to at least assist in holding said second anchor body within the interior of said tendon or ligament on the second side of said tear; andlocking structure operable to hold said second anchor body at a desired distance from said first anchor body along said elongate tensile member.