Reduction instrument
US6123707A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7088
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and instruments for use in spinal alignment or spinal reduction include a connector rod designed to attach to a spinal rod connector, a push rod designed to push against a spinal rod, and a connector member designed to hold the rods in adjustable angular relation. Methods of use are also disclosed.
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