Devices, methods, and systems to implant and secure a fusion cage or intervertebral prosthesis for spinal treatment
US10258479B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/0016
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various devices, methods, and systems to implant and secure a fusion cage or intervertebral prosthesis during treatment of spinal injury or disease are provided. In various embodiments, such devices may comprise an instrument assembly having a body comprising a head, a shaft, and a handle; an insertion stop; and an intervertebral device retainer. Various embodiments also may comprise an impactor assembly comprising a housing; a bit comprising a head, a shaft, and a coupler; a transmission comprising a housing, a cam, a cam follower, a collet, and a driveshaft; and the motor. In various embodiments, the impactor assembly may be deployed with adjustments for the frequency, displacement, and force of impulses delivered to an anchor for the intervertebral device.
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