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Document | Title | Date |
20080281360 | Spinous process implants and methods - Devices and methods for replacing one or more spinous processes of a patient include a replacement body with a lamina portion positionable anteriorly toward the spinal canal along with a spinous process portion extending posteriorly from the lamina portion to replace a removed spinous process. Connecting elements extend from opposite sides of the body for connection to the vertebral body with anchors. | 11-13-2008 |
20080294199 | Spinous process implants and methods of using the same - Devices and methods for performing a procedure within a spine are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a method includes coupling a first C-shaped implant to a first spinous process. A second C-shaped implant is coupled to an adjacent second spinous process of the spinal column. At least a portion of an outer surface of the first implant is configured to contact at least a portion of an outer surface of the second implant when the spinal column is in extension. The outer surface of the first implant and the outer surface of the second implant being at a spaced distance from each other when the spinal column is in flexion. | 11-27-2008 |
20090018585 | FACET ARTHROPLASTY DEVICES AND METHODS - Devices and surgical methods treat various types of adult spinal pathologies, such as degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, degenerative lumbar scoliosis, and kypho-scoliosis. Various types of spinal joint replacement prostheses, surgical procedures for performing spinal joint replacements, and surgical instruments are used to perform the surgical procedures. | 01-15-2009 |
20090024169 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MULTIPLE LEVEL FACET JOINT ARTHROPLASTY AND FUSION - Facet joint replacement implants may be designed for use on multiple adjacent vertebral levels. Each superior implant may have a substantially semispherical concave surface, and each inferior implant may have a cooperating semispherical convex surface that is deformable to enable it to be pressed into the superior implant concave surface to fix the relative orientations of the superior and inferior implants. Thus, the inferior implant may be attached to the same pedicle as the superior implant, but may also be oriented independently of the superior implant and then fixed in position. Similar mounting structures may be used to attach one or more fusion implants to a level adjacent to that of a facet joint replacement implant. | 01-22-2009 |
20090054931 | Spline Implant - The invention relates to a vertebral implant that is to be mounted between the lamina and/or the spinous processes of adjoining vertebral bodies ( | 02-26-2009 |
20090088802 | PROSTHESIS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF A POSTERIOR ELEMENT OF A VERTEBRA - A prosthetic replacement for a posterior element of a vertebra comprising portions that replace the natural lamina and the four natural facets. The prosthetic replacement may also include portions that replace one or more of the natural spinous process and the two natural transverse processes. If desired, the prosthesis replacement may also replace the natural pedicles. A method for replacing a posterior element of a vertebra is also provided. | 04-02-2009 |
20090198277 | BONE TISSUE FIXATION DEVICE AND METHOD - Systems, methods, and kits incorporating a clamp for securing to bone tissue. The clamp includes gripping members to secure the clamp to the bone tissue without the use of screws. The clamp may be used to treat spinal conditions, and may be secured to the spinous process of vertebrae. Systems, methods and kits can incorporate a fusion member configured to fuse between adjacent spinous processes. | 08-06-2009 |
20090264929 | STRUCTURES AND METHODS FOR CONSTRAINING SPINAL PROCESSES WITH SINGLE CONNECTOR - Spinous process constraint structures include a first attachment element for placement over a first spinous process and a second attachment element for placement over a second spinous process. The attachment elements are joined by a single connector which may optionally include a compliance member for providing controlled elasticity between the spinous processes. | 10-22-2009 |
20090270918 | Surgical Intervertebral Implant Forming a Swivel Joint - A surgical implant that supports and assists movement adjacent vertebrae including a top part and a bottom part associated with the spinous process of one of the vertebrae, each part including means for association with one process and reciprocal means or rotational association with the other part and forming a swivel joint. | 10-29-2009 |
20100004688 | IMPLANT FOR MUTUAL SUPPORT OF THE SPINOUS PROCESSES OF VERTEBRAL BODIES - An implant includes two implant components, each having at least two adjacent support arms, which are connected to one another at one end by means of a bridge and can be spread apart at their free ends, and at least one of which support arms forms a support surface, such that with the free ends of their support arms both implant components are directed towards the free ends of the support arms of the respective other implant component, and that both implant components have slide faces for the support arms of the respective other implant component which are arranged and shaped such that as the two implant components approach one another, the support arms slide on the slide faces of the respective other implant component, and are pivoted thereby, so that the spacing of the upper and lower support surfaces is thereby increased. | 01-07-2010 |
20100016897 | INTERVERTEBRAL IMPLANT - The invention relates to an intervertebral implant comprising a spacer constituted by first and second parts ( | 01-21-2010 |
20100030269 | INTERSPINOUS SPINAL PROSTHESIS - This spinal prosthesis ( | 02-04-2010 |
20100174315 | DEVICE FOR SPINAL FUSION - A device for covering and protecting the spinal cord of a patient after some or all of the spinous process or lamina has been removed. The device includes a main body adjustably attached to at least two rod attachment flanges such that each rod attachment flange may be adjusted closer and further from the main body. The rod attachment flanges are each attached to a pedicle rod having at least four pedicle screws attached thereto. The pedicle attachment screws are adapted for attachment to at least one vertebrae of the patient. | 07-08-2010 |
20100241165 | LAMINOPLASTY METHODS USING HINGE DEVICE - A vertebra implant is provided that includes an elongate body with a first end configured to mate the first end to a first location on a vertebra, and a second end having at least one fastener configured to mate the second end to a second location on a vertebra. The elongate body also includes a deformable portion extending between the first and second ends that has an unexpanded configuration in which the deformable portion is configured to allow a tool to cut bone extending between the first and second ends when the first and second ends are mated to first and second locations on a vertebra, and an expanded configuration in which the deformable portion is deformed to increase a distance between the first and second ends such that a gap is created in the cut bone. The deformable portion is configured to maintain the first and second ends at a fixed distance apart when the deformable portion is in the expanded configuration. A vertebral implant is also provided that includes an elongate member configured to extend into a vertebra and form a hinge therein using a breakage point located along a length of the elongate member. | 09-23-2010 |
20110029020 | Bone Tissue Clamp - Systems, methods, and kits incorporate a fusion member for vertebral processes. The fusion member may be unitary or modular. The fusion member comprises extensions configured to be crimped to vertebral processes. The extensions may comprise tabs configured to be deformed to further penetrate the vertebral processes. The tabs may also lock together modular components of the fusion member. The fusion member may comprise fasteners extending between the extensions. The fusion member may comprise a cage with a movable cover or a graft retention feature. | 02-03-2011 |
20110087285 | Spinous process fixation plate and minimally invasive method for placement - The invention is directed to a laterally inserted spinous process plating device and a method for installing the device using a minimally invasive procedure. The device includes a partially threaded bolt as well as a contralateral and ipsilateral fixation plates, a deployment nut, a lag nut and a locking nut. Each fixation plate includes a pair of wing portions that are pivotally connected to one another to facilitate installation. The each of the fixation plates includes anchoring elements. | 04-14-2011 |
20110160772 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PERFORMING SPINAL FUSION - Described herein are methods, devices and systems for performing an interspinous fusion, in particular for performing an interspinous fusion unilaterally. In general an interspinous fusion system may include a first fixation plate configured to couple to a first lateral side of a spinous process, a rod extending from the first fixation plate at a joint such that the rod is pivotable with respect to the first fixation plate, and a second fixation plate configured to couple to a second lateral side of a spinous process opposite from the first fixation plate. In general, a method of performing an interspinous fusion unilaterally may include the steps of placing a first fixation plate, having a rod extending from the fixation plate, between two adjacent spinous processes from a fist lateral side of the spinous processes, pivoting the rod with respect to the first fixation plate such that the plate abuts the second, opposite, lateral side of at least one of the spinous processes, and placing a second fixation plate such that it abuts the fist lateral side of at least one of the spinous processes. | 06-30-2011 |
20110172708 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR INCREASING THE BENDING STIFFNESS OF A SPINAL SEGMENT WITH ELONGATION LIMIT - A system for restricting spinal flexion includes a compliance member having a body and an elongation limit. The body typically comprises a spring or other tension element which provides elastic constraint to the spinal segment when the compliance member is attached to the spinous processes. The elongation limit prevents overextension of the compliance member, thus reducing the likelihood that the patient will experience over flexion of the spinal segment and reducing the risk of placing excessive mechanical load on the compliance member. | 07-14-2011 |
20110218571 | ARTICULATED INTERVERTEBRAL SURGICAL IMPLANT TO ENCOURAGE CERTAIN INTERVERTEBRAL MOVEMENTS - The invention relates to a surgical implant intended to maintain and assist with the relative movement with respect to one another of two successive vertebras so as to obtain dynamic stabilization, said implant comprising an upper piece ( | 09-08-2011 |
20110238114 | INTERSPINOUS PROCESS BRACE - An interspinous process brace is disclosed and can include a superior component and an inferior component. The superior component can include a superior spinous process bracket that can engage a superior spinous process. The inferior component can include an inferior spinous process bracket that can engage an inferior spinous process. Further, the interspinous process brace can be moved between a bent configuration and a straight configuration. In the bent configuration, an overall height of the interspinous process brace can be minimised to facilitate installation between the superior spinous process and the inferior spinous process. | 09-29-2011 |
20110264143 | Polyaxial Orthopedic Fastening Apparatus - An orthopedic fastener is designed to attach an implant to bone in such a manner that, until the fastener is tightened, the implant may be rotationally adjusted against the bone. The implant may have a semispherical bone apposition surface that permits polyaxial rotation of the implant against the bone. The orthopedic fastener has an interpositional member and a compression member. The interpositional member may be a split ring with a conical exterior surface that mates with a conical surface of the implant. The compressing member has a threaded bore that engages a proximal end of a fixation member implanted in the bone such that, in response to rotation of the compression member, the interpositional member is sandwiched securely between the implant and the compression member. The conical surface of the implant compresses the interpositional member about a semispherical surface of the compression member, thereby restricting rotation of the implant. | 10-27-2011 |
20110295318 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR LATERALLY STABILIZED CONSTRAINT OF SPINOUS PROCESSES - A spinal implant for limiting flexion of the spine includes a tether structure for encircling adjacent spinal processes. Usually, a pair of compliance members will be provided as part of the tether structure for elastically limiting flexion while permitting an extension. A cross-member is provided between the compliance member or other portions of the tether structure to stabilize the tether structure and prevent misalignment after implantation. | 12-01-2011 |
20110319936 | SPINOUS PROCESS FUSION IMPLANTS AND INSERTION, COMPRESSION, AND LOCKING INSTRUMENTATION - A bone plate assembly including at least one bone plate, polyaxially adjustable fixation elements and a polyaxially adjustable locking mechanism. A first plate includes at least one polyaxial element for lockable connection with a fixation pad, and a connection feature which allows the plate to translate and polyaxially rotate relative to the locking mechanism. A second plate includes at least one polyaxial element for connection with a fixation pad and a connection feature for non-rotatable connection with the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism allows translation and polyaxial adjustment of the first plate relative to the second plate and locks the first and second plates via a taper lock. The fixation pad includes a deflectable spacer configured to prevent premature locking of the pad. Methods for implantation of the bone plate assembly between bone structures are disclosed. Instrumentation for implantation, compression and locking of the bone plate assembly is disclosed. | 12-29-2011 |
20120065683 | INTERSPINOUS PROCESS DISTRACTION DEVICE - An interspinous process distraction device includes a curved plate which is formed with an upper plate and an opposite lower plate by bending a board material, with the upper plate being penetrated with two upper wire holes and the lower plate being penetrated with two lower wire holes; an upper fixing wire, two ends of which penetrate from bottom to top the two upper wire holes of the upper plate to be tied on a spinous process; and a lower fixing wire, two ends of which penetrate from top to bottom the two lower wire holes of the lower plate to be tied on the spinous process. This interspinous process distraction device is provided with a low manufacturing cost and high durability. | 03-15-2012 |
20120078301 | INTERSPINOUS IMPLANTS AND METHODS FOR IMPLANTING SAME - A spinal implant for treating lumbar spinal stenosis or as an adjunct to spinal fusion. The implant includes a body portion having an interior cavity. A plurality of locking wings are adapted and configured to move between a stowed position retracted within the interior cavity of the body portion and a deployed position extended from the interior cavity of the body portion. In the deployed position, the wings fix the implant in a selected interspinous space. A cable and wheel arrangement moves the plurality of locking wings from the stowed position to the deployed position and a ratchet/pawl assembly prevents backward movement of the wings. | 03-29-2012 |
20120089184 | DEVICE FOR TIGHTLY GRIPPING ON THE SPINOUS PROCESS OF THE SPINE - Disclosed is a device for tightly gripping on the spinous process, installed between two spinous processes, with a horizontal hole through the main body, and two arc-shaped side plates connecting onto two ends of the main body, each plate having a through hole, and fastening on the spinous process, and a centrally placed item passing through a horizontal hole of the main body thereby connecting the main body and the two plates, and firmly fastened by a single or plurality of fastening items on one or two sides of the centrally placed item. Furthermore, the centrally placed item having at least one fixed hole section, and when the fastening items move toward the main body and tighten, the two plates change shape, putting pressure on the upper and lower gripping section of the two plates, this upper and lower gripping section therefore more firmly gripping on the spinous process. | 04-12-2012 |
20120095509 | Lamina implant set - An implant set for insertion into the lamina of a vertebra includes several reinforcing implants, each of which includes a main body with bearing surfaces on the vertebra and a fastening device. The main body has a front surface, a rear surface, and lateral and medial side surfaces, the medial side surface being offset rearwardly in relation to the lateral side surface. The side surfaces bear on sectioned surfaces of the lamina, and a rearwardly protruding extension with a lateral bearing surface on a spinous process of the vertebra is arranged on the rear surface. In this way, the resection opening can be easily and safely closed. Sleeves can be provided for the fastening by means of screws that are oriented such that the screws are guided through the adjoining facets and fuse the latter. | 04-19-2012 |
20120109198 | SPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT WITH A POST AND AN ENLARGED BOSS - A spinous process implant with two plates that are connected together with a post. The implant is configured for each plate to be positioned on outer lateral sides of spinous processes with the post extending through the interspinous space. One or both plates may be movable along the length of the post to accommodate different anatomies such as for relatively wide or thin spinous processes. The post includes an enlarged head at a first end to prevent the first plate from disassociating from the post in a first direction. The post also includes a boss at a second end to prevent the second plate from disassociating from the post in a second direction. Methods of attaching the implants to the spinous processes are also disclosed. | 05-03-2012 |
20120109199 | MODULATED CONSTRAINING APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USE - A constraining apparatus includes a constraining structure that captures a first and a second anatomical structure. A motion limiting member coupled with the constraining structure is adapted to provide a force resistant to relative movement of the first anatomical structure away from the second anatomical structure. A regulating member is detachably coupled with the motion limiting member or the constraining structure and is adapted to change the resistant force provided by the motion limiting member when the regulating member is in direct engagement with the motion limiting member or constraining structure. | 05-03-2012 |
20120109200 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR RESTRICTING FLEXION AND EXTENSION OF A SPINAL SEGMENT - Methods and devices for restricting movement of a spinal segment by providing an adjustable constraining device that includes a tether and a compliance member coupled together. The tether is coupled to a superior spinous process and an inferior spinous process or a sacrum so that the construct of the compliance member and tethers provides a force resistant to flexion and a force resistant to extension of a spinal segment. In some embodiments, the construct of the compliance member and tethers may provide only a force resistant to extension. | 05-03-2012 |
20120109201 | INTERSEGMENTAL MOTION PRESERVATION SYSTEM FOR USE IN THE SPINE AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF - Medical devices and kits for dynamically stabilizing or preserving motion in a spine and limiting adjacent, non-adjacent, or isolated segment degeneration of the spine while providing a controlled, determinable range of motion at the treated site, as well as methods for surgical use of the system. | 05-03-2012 |
20120109202 | INTERSEGMENTAL MOTION PRESERVATION SYSTEM FOR USE IN THE SPINE AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF - Medical devices and kits for dynamically stabilizing or preserving motion in a spine and limiting adjacent, non-adjacent, or isolated segment degeneration of the spine while providing a controlled, determinable range of motion at the treated site, as well as methods for surgical use of the system. | 05-03-2012 |
20120130426 | Orthosis to Correct Spinal Deformities - An orthosis for correcting spinal deformities by urging spinal vertebrae toward a vertical axis. The orthosis includes a series of retaining clamps fixed onto the spinous process of said vertebrae, each of said retaining clamps having guides for retaining at least one elastic rod. | 05-24-2012 |
20120130427 | ADJUSTABLE OCCIPITAL PLATE - An occipital plate may include a central section, a pair of angled sections, and attachment assemblies comprising slide members configured to move along slots in the angled sections, and posts coupled to the slide members. Each post has a first and second cross dimensions. The first cross dimension of each post is less than a first cross dimension of a slide member. The second cross dimension of each post is approximately equal to a second cross dimension of a slide member. Rods may be coupled to the occipital plate at a variety of angles with respect to a midline of the plate. The angular adjustability may accommodate any misalignments in the rods. Further, the position of the attachment assemblies relative to the midline is adjustable to thereby provide for medial-lateral adjustability when attaching the rods to the occipital plate as part of an occipito-cervico-thoracic construct. | 05-24-2012 |
20120136390 | Spinal Implants For Lumbar Vertebra To Sacrum Fixation - A spinal implant is provided for posterior vertebral stabilization and/or fixation of a lumbar vertebra relative to the pelvis by attachment to the spinous process of a lumbar vertebra and to the sacrum of the pelvis. The posterior spinal implant has a spinous process attachment portion and a sacrum attachment portion formed by a first part having a first spinous process segment and a first sacrum segment and a second part having a second spinous process segment and a second sacrum segment. The first segments are carried on a first arm, while the second segments are carried on a second arm with the first and second arms adjustable relative to each other. The first and second spinous process segments and the first and second sacrum segments each have a plurality of inwardly extending spikes for respectively gripping or clamping against the sides of the spinous process and the sacrum. | 05-31-2012 |
20120136391 | Implants and Methods for Inter-Spinous Process Dynamic Stabilization of Spinal Motion Segment - An implant assembly for stabilizing a spinal motion segment includes a spacer which is at least partially flexible and positionable in an interspinous spacer between adjacent spinous processes. The spacer member includes upper and lower surfaces structured to receive a respective adjacent one of the upper and lower spinous processes of the spinal motion segment and a body having distinctive first and second sections with differing flexibility to modify the manner of movement at the spinal motion segment. | 05-31-2012 |
20120143252 | SPINOUS PROCESS FIXATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - An implantable device and method for fixation of spinous processes is presented. The device has first and second spaced plates configured for attachment to portions of adjacent spinous processes. The device also has an implant configured for insertion between two adjacent spinous processes. The method has the steps of assembling the components of the implantable device and otherwise inserting them into position onto, between, and/or adjacent two desired spinous processes. | 06-07-2012 |
20120150228 | Spinous Process Fusion Devices and Methods Thereof - The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. | 06-14-2012 |
20120158060 | Spinal Implant Apparatuses and Methods of Implanting and Using Same - An adjustable spinal implant device, comprising: a sliding portion provided with a tongue; and, a non-sliding portion provided with a slot adapted for receipt of the tongue; wherein the tongue is slidably and rotatably positioned within the slot. | 06-21-2012 |
20120158061 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE POSTERIOR ARCH EXPANSION - Provided are methods and systems for enlarging a spinal canal of a vertebra. Using the methods and systems disclosed the spinal canal of the vertebra is enlarged by cutting the posterior arch portion of the vertebra to create one or two implant receiving spaces in the posterior arch portion. The cutting of the posterior arch portion is completed through a minimally invasive approach. Once cut, the detached portion of the posterior arch portion is repositioned and an implant is positioned in the implant receiving space of the posterior arch portion to thereby enlarge the spinal canal such that the spinal cord is no longer compressed. The insertion of the implant is also completed through a minimally invasive approach. | 06-21-2012 |
20120165872 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONSTRAINT OF MULTIPLE SPINE SEGMENTS - Methods, apparatus and systems for constraining spinous processes to elastically limit flexion of two or more adjacent spinal segments rely on placing a tether structure over at least three adjacent vertebral bodies or two adjacent vertebral bodies and the sacrum. The tether structures may be continuous, for example in the form of a continuous loop, or may be discontinuous, for example in the form of a loop or elongate element having at least two anchor structures for securing in bone. | 06-28-2012 |
20120191135 | SPINOUS PROCESS FIXATION DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - Devices and methods for the treatment of abnormal spinal stability and stenosis of the spinal canal by the implantation of orthopedic devices between skeletal segments. In one embodiment, a device is disclosed to rigidly fixate the spinous processes of two vertebral bones relative one another. A first member of the device is advanced across an interspinous space, rotated, and/or advanced onto the contralateral side of the spinous processes. A second member of the device is also advanced onto the ipsilateral side of the spinous processes and forcibly captures the spinous processes between the first and second members. A protrusion extends from the first and/or second devices configured to embed into the bone of the spinous processes thereby increasing the immobilization strength of the device. The implant may be further configured to contain a bone forming material to form a fusion between the first and the second vertebral bones. | 07-26-2012 |
20120209328 | STRUCTURES AND METHODS FOR CONSTRAINING SPINAL PROCESSES WITH SINGLE CONNECTOR - Spinous process constraint structures include a first attachment element for placement over a first spinous process and a second attachment element for placement over a second spinous process. The attachment elements are joined by a single connector which may optionally include a compliance member for providing controlled elasticity between the spinous processes. | 08-16-2012 |
20120221050 | Spinous Process Fusion Devices - The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. | 08-30-2012 |
20120226313 | PERCUTANEOUS SPINOUS PROCESS FUSION PLATE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A spinal implant helps stabilize vertebrae for fusion. The implant is particularly adapted for percutaneous implantation, but may also be used with other access techniques. The implant includes first and second plates that extend through a slot in a frame. When installed, the frame extends laterally through the interspinous space, and the plates extend superiorly-inferiorly along respective lateral sides of the spinous processes. The plates are moved toward one another and relative to the slot to clamp the implant to the spinous processes. The slot may be variably sized along its length, and the plates may move into differently sized portions of the slot during the clamping process. | 09-06-2012 |
20120232592 | SPINAL IMPLANT DEVICE WITH FIXATION PLATES AND LAG SCREWS AND METHOD OF IMPLANTING - There is provided a spinal implant device for placement between adjacent spinous processes. The spinal implant device includes first and second fixation plates, a connector, and first and second lag screws. The first fixation plate includes a first and second screw holes. The second fixation plate includes third and fourth screw holes. The first lag screw extends through the first and third screw holes and threadedly engages a respective one of the first or third screw holes with the superior spinous process disposed between the first and second superior ends. The second lag screw extends through the second and fourth screw holes and threadedly engages a respective one of the second or fourth screw holes with the inferior spinous process disposed between the first and second inferior ends. A method of implanting the device is provided. | 09-13-2012 |
20120245638 | SACRAL BRACE - Medical devices for the treatment of spinal conditions are described herein. The medical device includes a support portion that is adapted to be fixed to the sacrum and a bumper that is adapted to be located adjacent to the inferior portion of the spinous process of the L5 vertebra. The medical device acts as a spacer with respect to the L5 vertebra and the sacrum to maintain distraction therebetween when the spine moves in extension. The medical device may also include a superior portion adapted to extend over the superior portion of the superior spinous process to control flexion of the spine. | 09-27-2012 |
20120259366 | LUMBAR-SACRAL IMPLANT - Medical devices for the treatment of spinal conditions are described herein. The medical device includes a main body that is adapted to be placed between the L5 vertebra and the sacrum so that the main body acts as a spacer with respect to the L5 vertebra and the sacrum to maintain distraction therebetween when the spine moves in extension. The main body is formed from two pieces, an upper body portion and a lower body portion. | 10-11-2012 |
20120283777 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DEPLOYING SPINOUS PROCESS CONSTRAINTS - A surgical tool for deploying an implant includes an elongate outer shaft having a proximal end, a distal end and a central channel therebetween. An elongate inner shaft is at least partially slidably received in the central channel and an actuator mechanism is operatively coupled with either the outer or inner shaft. The tool also includes a piercing element that is coupled with the outer shaft and releasably coupled with the implant. | 11-08-2012 |
20120290008 | MODULAR INTERSPINOUS FIXATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A modular interspinous fixation system and method are shown. The system and method comprise a first plate, a second plate and a locking cross bar for locking the first and second plates together and into locked engagement with a first spinous process and a second spinous process. A bridge is mounted or received on the locking cross bar so that it becomes locked onto the locking cross bar when the locking cross bar is in locked engagement. The bridge and locking cross bar are adapted so that the bridge does not rotate about its axis while on the locking cross bar. Various other embodiments are shown illustrating various bridges of different shapes and sizes, integral and non-integral locking cross bars and even a ramped locking cross bar for facilitating preventing separation of the first and second plates after they are mounted to the first and second spinous processes. | 11-15-2012 |
20120310282 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THE PREVENTION OF MULTI-LEVEL VERTEBRAL EXTENSION - Methods and devices are adapted to limit the extent of vertebral extension between an upper-most vertebral bone and a lower-most vertebral bone wherein a least one additional vertebral bone resides between them. In an embodiment, the limitation of extension occurs while flexion is at least partially maintained within at least one FSU. In other embodiments, flexion may be abolished. | 12-06-2012 |
20120330359 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR POSTERIOR DYNAMIC STABILIZATION OF THE SPINE - Devices, systems and methods for dynamically stabilizing the spine are provided. The devices include an expandable spacer or member having an unexpanded configuration and an expanded configuration, wherein the expandable member in an expanded configuration has a size, volume and/or shape configured for positioning between the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae in order to distract the vertebrae relative to each other. The systems include one or more expandable members and a mechanical actuation means for expanding the expandable member or an expansion medium for injection within or for filling the interior of the expandable member via the port. The methods involve the implantation of one or more devices or expandable spacers. | 12-27-2012 |
20130012995 | Interspinous Implant - An interspinous implant includes an implant body having an upper face, a lower face, and four sides. The implant body includes a first recess and a second recess in opposite sides, wherein each recess is suitable for receiving a spinous process of a vertebrae. Attachment means are provided and suitable for attaching a band to the implant body. The implant further includes a lock hinged to a side of the implant body on a side not having the recesses, with the lock rotatable about the hinge between a closed position and an open position in which the lock projects away from the side of the implant body. The lock has an aperture, and a band can pass through the aperture when the lock is open and can be secured against movement relative to the lock and the implant body by the lock when the lock is closed. | 01-10-2013 |
20130012996 | SPINOUS PROCESS DEVICE - A device for immobilizing adjacent spinous processes can comprise a first element, a second element, and a spacer element. The first element can have a side configured to grip first sides of the adjacent spinous processes and a first separation bar that extends between the adjacent spinous processes when the first element and the spinous processes are engaged. The spacer element can have an adjustment bar and a second separation bar. The second element can have a side configured to grip second sides of the adjacent spinous processes and a clamping feature configured to selectably lock the first separation bar and the adjustment bar in place. The second separation bar can extend between the adjacent spinous processes when the second element and the adjacent spinous processes are engaged. | 01-10-2013 |
20130023933 | IMPLANT FOR MUTUALLY SUPPORTING THE SPINOUS PROCESSES OF ADJACENT VERTEBRAL BODIES AND A SURGICAL SYSTEM - An implant for supporting the spinous processes of adjacent vertebral bodies includes a first implant component and a second implant component and is transferable by moving the second implant component relative to the first implant component along a spreading direction from an introduction position into a spread position. The implant includes a locking device incorporating a locking element wherein the locking element is transferable relative to at least one implant component along a locking direction from a release position, in which the second implant component is movable relative to the first implant component in a direction opposed to the spreading direction, into a locking position in which the second implant component is locked to the first implant component. The implant also includes a securing device for securing the locking element against a movement that is directed counter to the locking direction. | 01-24-2013 |
20130030467 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUSES FOR SPINAL FIXATION - Methods, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for spinal fixation. | 01-31-2013 |
20130060284 | SPINOUS PROCESS FUSION AND ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANTS AND METHODS - A spinal implant device immobilizes an attached vertebrae through a minimally invasive surgical approach while providing a compartment within the implant for the placement of bone graft or bone graft substitute. The bone graft material fuses the spinous processes and/or lamina portion of bone of the vertebral bone to which the device is attached. | 03-07-2013 |
20130072979 | SPINAL IMPLANT FOR LUMBAR VERTEBRA TO SACRUM FIXATION - A spinal implant includes a first arm comprising a first upper portion and a first lower portion extending from a first middle portion, the first upper portion, first lower portion, and first middle portion defining a first inward facing surface; a projection extending from the first middle portion; a second arm comprising a second upper portion and a second lower portion extending from a second middle portion, the second middle portion defining a bore configured to receive the projection to enable adjustment of the second arm relative to the first arm, the second upper portion, the second lower portion, and the second middle portion defining a second inward facing surface; a plurality of first spikes extending in a generally perpendicular fashion from the first and second inward facing surfaces; and at least one second spike extending in a non-perpendicular fashion from the first and second inward facing surfaces. | 03-21-2013 |
20130103087 | SPINOUS PROCESS PLATE AND CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A spinal implant that includes plates and at least one connector for attachment to spinous processes. The plates may be sized to extend along opposing lateral sides of spinous processes. Connectors may be attached to the plates and extend across the spinous processes. Each of the connectors may be sized and shaped to extend over and across a spinous process and connect the opposing plates together. The connectors may be constructed from a shape-memory material to facilitate attachment with the plates and attachment of the assembly to the spinous processes. | 04-25-2013 |
20130103088 | Segmental Spinous Process Anchor System and Methods of Use - Segmental spinous process implant systems and methods of use are provided for coupling to one or more spinal processes of a cervical, thoracic, and/or lumbar spine. Embodiments of the segmental spinous process implant system include a support member coupled to one or more offset connector. The support member extends adjacent to vertebrae of a cervical, thoracic, and/or lumbar spine. The offset connector extends from the support member between adjacent spinous processes of the spine and supports a pair of spinous process connectors that secure the implant to a spinous process of a vertebra of the spine. | 04-25-2013 |
20130103089 | Bone Tissue Clamp - Systems, methods, and kits incorporate a fusion member for vertebral processes. The fusion member may be unitary or modular. The fusion member comprises extensions configured to be crimped to vertebral processes. The extensions may comprise tabs configured to be deformed to further penetrate the vertebral processes. The tabs may also lock together modular components of the fusion member. The fusion member may comprise fasteners extending between the extensions. The fusion member may comprise a cage with a movable cover or a graft retention feature. | 04-25-2013 |
20130123849 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR THE MINIMALLY INVASIVE TREATMENT OF SPINAL STENOSIS - Multiple implants and methods for the minimally invasive treatment of spinal stenosis are disclosed. A spinal implant device includes a spacer region and an attachment region. The spacer region is adapted to be positioned between first and second spinous processes of first and second vertebral bodies to limit movement of the first spinous process and the second spinous process toward one another. The attachment region attaches to the first spinous process via a fastener that extends substantially along a long axis of the spinous process. | 05-16-2013 |
20130123850 | PATIENT-SPECIFIC SACROILIAC AND PEDICLE GUIDES - An orthopedic device includes a first patient-specific element having a first patient-specific surface preoperatively configured to mate and conform to a first anatomic portion of a specific patient based on medical scans of the patient. The orthopedic device includes a second patient-specific element having a second patient-specific surface preoperatively configured to mate and conform to a second anatomic portion of a specific patient based on medical scans of the patient. An arcuate bridge couples the first and second patient-specific portions. The arcuate bridge is configured to provide clearance the patient's anatomy between the first and second anatomic portions. | 05-16-2013 |
20130172932 | INTERSPINOUS SPACER - An implantable spacer for placement between adjacent spinous processes in a spinal motion segment is provided. The spacer includes a body defining a longitudinal axis and passageway. A first arm and a second arm are connected to the body. Each arm has a pair of extensions and a saddle defining a U-shaped configuration for seating a spinous process therein. Each arm has a proximal earning surface and is capable of rotation with respect to the body. An actuator assembly is disposed inside the passageway and connected to the body. When advanced, a threaded shaft of the actuator assembly contacts the earning surfaces of arms to rotate them from an undeployed configuration to a deployed configuration. In the deployed configuration, the distracted adjacent spinous processes are seated in the U-shaped portion of the arms. | 07-04-2013 |
20130178904 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PERFORMING SPINAL FUSION - Described herein are methods, devices and systems for performing an interspinous fusion, in particular for performing an interspinous fusion unilaterally. In general an interspinous fusion system may include a first fixation plate configured to couple to a first lateral side of a spinous process, a rod extending from the first fixation plate at a joint such that the rod is pivotable with respect to the first fixation plate, and a second fixation plate configured to couple to a second lateral side of a spinous process opposite from the first fixation plate. In general, a method of performing an interspinous fusion unilaterally may include the steps of placing a first fixation plate, having a rod extending from the fixation plate, between two adjacent spinous processes from a first lateral side of the spinous processes, pivoting the rod with respect to the first fixation plate such that the plate abuts the second, opposite, lateral side of at least one of the spinous processes, and placing a second fixation plate such that it abuts the first lateral side of at least one of the spinous processes. | 07-11-2013 |
20130184751 | SPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT WITH PLATE MOVEABLE BY GEAR NUT - A spinal implant with two plates that are connected together by a post, with the plates configured to be positioned on outer lateral sides of spinous processes with the post extending through the interspinous space. The second of the two plates includes a bore that receives the post, and that plate is movable along the length of the post, and selectively lockable in position. A gear nut is threadable on a distal section of the post and includes external gear teeth that are used to drive the gear nut so as to move the second plate toward the first plate. When the plates are in their desired locations, the second plate is locked in position. The gear nut may or may not then be removed. The use of the gear nut facilitates one or more of assembly, insertion, and affixation of the spinal implant. Related methods are also disclosed. | 07-18-2013 |
20130184752 | SPINOUS PROCESS FUSION DEVICE - A spinous process device has a first plate and a second plate that are connected by an arm. The first and second plates have contact surfaces that face each other, so a spinous process can be clamped between the contact surfaces. The second plate is adjustable, so the angle and distance of the second plate relative to the first plate can be varied and set as desired. | 07-18-2013 |
20130184753 | SYSTEM FOR GRIPPING SPINOUS PROCESSES, AND USES THEREOF - A system for gripping spinous processes, includes a first plate ( | 07-18-2013 |
20130190820 | SPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT WITH GEAR TEETH - Devices and methods for spinous process implants with two plates that are connected together by a post, with each plate configured to be positioned on outer lateral sides of spinous processes with the post extending through the interspinous space. The second of the two plates includes a bore that receives the post, and that plate is movable along the length of the post to accommodate different anatomies, and selectively lockable in position. The post includes external gear teeth. A tool with a drive gear is used to releasably gearingly engage the gear teeth of the post and drive the second plate toward the first plate. When the plates are in their desired locations, the second plate is locked in position and the surgical tool may be removed. | 07-25-2013 |
20130197581 | SPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANT WITH TEMPORARILY EXTENDED POST - Spinous process implants and methods relate to a spinal implant with two plates that are connected together by a post. The implant is configured for each plate to be positioned on outer lateral sides of spinous processes with the post extending through the interspinous space. The second of the two plates includes a bore that receives the post, and that plate is movable along the length of the post, and selectively lockable in position. A guide is removably attached to the distal end of the post and acts to guide the placement of the second plate during assembly, particularly assembly in situ during surgery. The guide is advantageously flexible, or at least more flexible than the post, so that the guide may be routed conveniently during surgery. The guide is removable from the distal end of the post after assembly, prior to closing the surgical site. | 08-01-2013 |
20130204301 | SPINAL STABILIZATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal stabilization system may include a pair of structural members coupled to at least a portion of a human vertebra with connectors. Connectors may couple structural members to spinous processes. Some embodiments of a spinal stabilization system may include fasteners that couple structural members to vertebrae. In some embodiments, a spinal stabilization system, provides three points of fixation for a single vertebral level. A fastener may fixate a facet joint between adjacent vertebrae and couple a stabilization structural member to a vertebra. Connectors may couple the structural members to the spinous processes of the vertebrae. Use of a spinal stabilization system may improve the stability of a weakened or damaged portion of a spine. When used in conjunction with an implant or other device, the spinal stabilization system may immobilize vertebrae and allow for fusion of the implant or other device with vertebrae. | 08-08-2013 |
20130226240 | SPINOUS PROCESS FIXATION DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - Orthopedic implant and methods of implantation for fixing adjacent bones. In one embodiment, the implant includes a locking mechanism that is adapted to be advanced by a locking instrument, wherein advancement of the locking mechanism in a first direction produces rotation of a first rigid abutment surface of the implant from a first orientation to a second orientation, and continued advancement of the locking mechanism produces advancement of the first rigid abutment surface towards a second rigid abutment surface of the implant. The continued advancement may also place a compressive load onto the implant sufficient to immobilize the implant relative to a first bony surface and a second bony surface. | 08-29-2013 |
20130253584 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR LATERALLY STABILIZED CONSTRAINT OF SPINOUS PROCESSES - A spinal implant for limiting flexion of the spine includes a tether structure for encircling adjacent spinal processes. Usually, a pair of compliance members will be provided as part of the tether structure for elastically limiting flexion while permitting an extension. A cross-member is provided between the compliance member or other portions of the tether structure to stabilize the tether structure and prevent misalignment after implantation. | 09-26-2013 |
20130261666 | INTERSPINOUS FIXATION DEVICE - A method of securing a portion of a spine is disclosed that includes preparing a first tunnel through a first spinous process and a second tunnel through a second spinous process of a spine, affixing one pair of complementary plates to each tunnel on each side of the spinous process, and affixing a rod into troughs in plates on one side of the spinous process. | 10-03-2013 |
20130304125 | INTERSPINOUS PROCESS DEVICE AND METHOD - A system for surgically coupling the spinous processes includes a first plate, a second plate, a pair of semi-rigid guide members, and a coupler. The first plate engages with a first lateral side of the spinous processes. The pair of semi-rigid guide members attaches to the first plate for inserting the first plate between the spinous processes. The second plate includes a pair of apertures that slide over the pair of semi-rigid guide members engage a second lateral side of the spinous processes. The coupler couples the first plate and the second plate together. | 11-14-2013 |
20130325065 | SPINOUS PROCESS CERCLAGE FOR BONE GRAFT CONTAINMENT - A system for fusing a spine comprises a flexion limiting tether having a superior portion, and an inferior portion. The superior portion of the device is coupled to a superior portion of the spine, and the inferior portion of the device is coupled to an inferior portion of the spine thereby constraining flexion of the spine. The system also includes bone graft for fusing the superior and inferior portions of the spine together. The bone graft is disposed between the superior and inferior portions of the spine, and the tether has a width suitable for holding the bone graft in a mass disposed between the superior and inferior portions of the spine. The tether also has a porosity suitable to allow body fluids to pass therethrough so that the graft material forms a solid mass. | 12-05-2013 |
20130331889 | SACRAL TETHER ANCHOR AND METHODS OF USE - A system for restricting flexion of a spinal segment in a patient comprises a constraint device having a tether structure and a compliance member coupled with the tether structure. The tether structure is adapted to be coupled with a superior spinous process and a sacrum. The system also includes an anchor member that is anchored to the sacrum. The anchor member has an attachment feature that is adapted to couple with the constraint device. | 12-12-2013 |
20130345753 | INTERSEGMENTAL MOTION PRESERVATION SYSTEM FOR USE IN THE SPINE AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF - Medical devices and kits for dynamically stabilizing or preserving motion in a spine and limiting adjacent, non-adjacent, or isolated segment degeneration of the spine while providing a controlled, determinable range of motion at the treated site, as well as methods for surgical use of the system. | 12-26-2013 |
20140005723 | INTRA SPINOUS PROCESS AND METHOD OF BONE GRAFT PLACEMENT | 01-02-2014 |
20140052183 | Posterior Spine Attachment Device for Hardware and Paraspinal Musculature - Devices, kits, and methods for stabilizing the spine and replacing spinous processes removed during spine surgery are provided. The device has a suitable configuration to attach to both spine surgery hardware and to the paraspinal muscles and fascia. The device contains a muscle attachment portion, one or more connectors, and one or more cross connectors. Each cross connector contains a pair of connection portions configured to attach to hardware that is implanted in the spine, such as screw heads or rods. The muscle attachment portion contains a plurality of openings for the attachment of the paraspinal muscles and fascia. Following spine surgery, a surgeon attaches the device to the hardware implanted in the surgical site, and sutures the paraspinal muscles to the openings. Thus the device provides a direct attachment to the paraspinal musculature and fascia, and thereby stabilizes the spine. | 02-20-2014 |
20140128917 | INTER-VERTEBRAL ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE PLACEMENT - An orthopedic device is adapted to fixate the spinous processes of vertebral bones. The device includes at least one bone engagement member. When implanted, a bone engagement member is located on each side of a spinous process and adapted to forcibly abut the side of each spinous process. | 05-08-2014 |
20140200614 | SPINAL STABILIZATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal stabilization system may include a pair of structural members coupled to at least a portion of a human vertebra with connectors. Connectors may couple structural members to spinous processes. Some embodiments of a spinal stabilization system may include fasteners that couple structural members to vertebrae. In some embodiments, a spinal stabilization system, provides three points of fixation for a single vertebral level. A fastener may fixate a facet joint between adjacent vertebrae and couple a stabilization structural member to a vertebra. Connectors may couple the structural members to the spinous processes of the vertebrae. Use of a spinal stabilization system may improve the stability of a weakened or damaged portion of a spine. When used in conjunction with an implant or other device, the spinal stabilization system may immobilize vertebrae and allow for fusion of the implant or other device with vertebrae. | 07-17-2014 |
20140207191 | System and Method for Performing Spinal Stabilization - A system and method for performing percutaneous spinal stabilization, comprising inserting a k-wire into skin and tissue proximal to the spine; drilling the k-wire into and through the spinous process, creating a narrow aperture therethrough; inserting one or more cannulas over the k-wire, through the skin and tissue and towards said bone, a second cannula configured to fit over the first; removing all but the outermost cannula, thereby creating a working channel through the skin and tissue, providing unobstructed access to the bone; inserting into the channel a screwdriver comprising a preferably flexible shaft long enough to extend through the cannula to the bone, and having releasably attached to the end a screw with external screw threads; and drilling one or more screws into and through the bone for securement to a cap secured to a hollow, oval, flat stabilizing plate positioned on the opposite side of the bone. | 07-24-2014 |
20140257392 | INTEGRATED IPD DEVICES, METHODS, AND SYSTEMS - The present invention relates generally to various integrated Inter-Spinous Process Decompression, IPD, devices and methods for implantation thereof for treating spinal stenosis. Generally, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the disclosed IPD system comprises an IPD tusk-shaped needle, an IPD tusk-shaped sizer, an IPD tusk-shaped implant tool, and an IPD implant. | 09-11-2014 |
20140277142 | APPARATUS FOR SPINAL FIXATION AND METHODS OF USE - In some embodiments, a method comprises forming a lumen in a first bone portion and forming a lumen in a second bone portion. The method further includes inserting a portion of a flexible fastening band through the lumen in the first bone portion and through the lumen in the second bone portion, and inserting the portion of the flexible fastening band into a fastener mechanism monolithically formed with the flexible fastening band. The method further includes advancing the portion of the flexible fastening band through the fastener mechanism until the first bone portion and the second bone portion are stabilized. | 09-18-2014 |
20140296917 | SPINAL STABILIZATION SYSTEM - A spinal stabilization system is provided for maintaining preselected spacing and movement between adjacent vertebrae in a spinal column and for providing overall stability thereto. The system includes interlaminar members positioned in the spaces intermediate a first vertebra and the vertebrae positioned immediately above and immediately below and adjacent to the first vertebra. The interlaminar members are operatively connected to one another by an adjustable support structure and cooperate therewith to maintain the preselected spacing between adjacent vertebrae and to provide overall stability to the spinal column. | 10-02-2014 |
20140309694 | INTERSEGMENTAL MOTION PRESERVATION SYSTEM FOR USE IN THE SPINE AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF - Medical devices and kits for dynamically stabilizing or preserving motion in a spine and limiting adjacent, non-adjacent, or isolated segment degeneration of the spine while providing a controlled, determinable range of motion at the treated site, as well as methods for surgical use of the system. | 10-16-2014 |
20140324103 | BONE CLAMPING SYSTEM - A bone clamping system includes a shaft ( | 10-30-2014 |
20140358181 | SPINAL STABILIZATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE - An orthopedic device is adapted to fixate the spinous processes of vertebral bones. The device includes at least one bone engagement member. When implanted, a bone engagement member is located on each side of a spinous process and adapted to forcibly abut the side of each spinous process. | 12-04-2014 |
20140371794 | MODULAR INTERSPINOUS FIXATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A modular interspinous fixation system and method are shown. The system and method comprise a first plate, a second plate and a locking cross bar for locking the first and second plates together and into locked engagement with a first spinous process and a second spinous process. A bridge is mounted or received on the locking cross bar so that it becomes locked onto the locking cross bar when the locking cross bar is in locked engagement. The bridge and locking cross bar are adapted so that the bridge does not rotate about its axis while on the locking cross bar. Various other embodiments are shown illustrating various bridges of different shapes and sizes, integral and non-integral locking cross bars and even a ramped locking cross bar for facilitating preventing separation of the first and second plates after they are mounted to the first and second spinous processes. | 12-18-2014 |
20150012040 | Hybrid Multifunctional Posterior Interspinous Fusion Device - This invention relates to an improved structure for an interspinous stabilization device that more evenly distributes loads throughout the adjacent vertebrae than known interspinous stabilization devices, and further readily compensates for graft settling so as to maintain continued axial loading of the graft. More specifically, this invention relates to a medical device that helps in performing a spinal fusion procedure by holding the bone graft in place and stabilizing the facet screw by a plate that is attached to it. The invention also performs a dynamic function that compensates for settling of the bone graft over time. This dynamic function may, if desired, be enhanced by a movement-limiting mechanism that allows extension but not flexion such that the bone graft fusion remains in contact and fusion takes place. | 01-08-2015 |
20150066086 | IMPLANT FOR STABILIZING SPINOUS PROCESSES - An implant for stabilizing spinous processes of adjacent vertebral bodies can include first and second contact elements. The first contact element is placed onto a first side of the spinous processes and the second contact element is placed onto a second side of the spinous processes. The implant includes at least one clamping element which couples to the first contact element, can be moved relative to the second contact element, and extends through the intervertebral space between the spinous processes and the second contact element. The implant also includes at least one fixing element on the second contact element which can be brought into engagement with the at least one clamping element to clamp the second contact element in the direction of the first contact element along the at least one clamping element. The first contact element is movable relative to the at least one clamping element. | 03-05-2015 |
20150066087 | Spinous Process Fusion Devices - The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. | 03-05-2015 |
20150088201 | SPINAL IMPLANT DEVICE WITH FUSION CAGE AND FIXATION PLATES AND METHOD OF IMPLANTING - There is provided a spinal implant device for placement between adjacent spinous processes and a pair of opposing facet joints. The spinal implant device includes a fusion cage, first and second fixation plates and a connector for connecting the cage to the plates. The fusion cage includes a superficial face, a deep face, superior and inferior saddle portions, and opposing cage ends. Each cage end defining a facet fusion surface sized and configured to respectively contact the opposing facet joints. The first and second fixation plate are sized and configured to extend along and in contact with the adjacent spinous processes. A method of implanting the device is provided. In another embodiment the device includes the fusion cage. | 03-26-2015 |
20150148844 | Spinous Process Fixation System and Methods Thereof - An implantable device may be provided. The implantable device may comprise an upper assembly comprising a ramped base and a pair of opposing windows. The pair of opposing windows may extend upward from either lateral side of the ramped base. A gripping assembly may be disposed in each window. The implantable device may further comprise a lower assembly comprising a ramped base and a pair of opposing windows. The pair of opposing windows may extend down from either lateral side of the ramped base. A gripping assembly is disposed in each window. The implantable device may further comprise a ramped actuator assembly disposed between the upper assembly and the lower assembly. The ramped actuator may be configured to transition the implantable device from a collapsed form having a first height to an expanded form having a second height and wherein the second height is greater than the first height. | 05-28-2015 |
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20160045230 | INTERSPINOUS VERTEBRAL STABILIZATION DEVICES - The present invention provides interspinous vertebral and lumbosacral stabilization devices, and methods of using these devices for treating spinal instability conditions. The invention includes interspinous vertebral stabilization devices adapted for placement between the spinous processes of two or more adjacent vertebrae. The invention also includes lumbar stabilization devices adapted to be placed between a lumbar vertebra and an adjacent vertebra, including the first sacral vertebra (S1), to stabilize the lumbosacral region of a patient, and method for using such devices. | 02-18-2016 |
20160066964 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CORRECTING A SPINAL DEFORMITY - A method for correcting a spinal deformity is provided. A spinal implant for correcting a spinal deformity includes a multipoint connector that connects to at least one vertebra of a spine at a plurality of locations and a force directing device that applies a force to the vertebra through the multipoint connector. The force directing device may include a rod which extends generally along an axis of the spine and a force directing member which is adjustably coupled to both the rod and the multipoint connector and which applies a corrective force to the at least one vertebra. | 03-10-2016 |
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