Patent ID: 7578822
Filing Date: 2009-08-25
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for connecting to at least one orthopedic implant, comprising: an arm; an elongated member connected to said arm, said arm being movable along the length of said elongated member; an assembly connected to said arm, said assembly including a connecting body connected to said arm so that said connecting body can pivot with respect to said arm, an extension connected to said connecting body so that said extension can pivot with respect to said connecting body, and a locking member connected to said connecting body and having a loosened state wherein said extension can pivot with respect to said connecting body, and a tightened state wherein said extension is locked with respect to said connecting body, wherein said connecting body has an opening, and said extension has a hole in which an implant may be placed and locked and a leg portion that extends into said opening in said connecting body, wherein said locking member includes a screw and a block connected to said screw, said block contacting said leg of said extension when said locking member is tightened, and wherein said leg of said extension includes splines, said block contacting said splines when said locking member is tightened.