Spinal correction system and method

US11051859B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.

Inventors

• Dustin Bobbitt · Hernando, US
• David A. Mire · Cordova, US
• Lawrence G. Lenke · New York, US
• Ian J. Harding · Bristol, GB
• Christopher Shaffrey · Charlottesville, US
• Tyler R. Koski · Wilmette, US
• Ronald A. Lehman · Tenafly, US
• Russell P. Nockels · Chicago, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Mar 29, 2018
• Grant date: Jul 6, 2021
• Expiry date: Oct 29, 2038

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B2017/681
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

A method includes providing first and second instruments. First and second fasteners are attached with vertebrae. First fasteners are connected with first and second constructs. Second fasteners are connected with a third and fourth constructs. The first construct is connected with a body of the first instrument and the second construct is connected with another body of the first instrument. The third construct is connected with a body of the second instrument and the fourth construct is connected with another body of the second instrument. Joints of the instruments are tightened. At least one of the instruments is selectively distracted. At least one of the instruments is selectively compressed. The spinal constructs are removed from the fasteners. The first fasteners are connected with a first spinal rod. The second fasteners are connected with a second spinal rod. In some embodiments, spinal constructs, implants, systems and kits are disclosed.