Spinal stabilization device
US7326210B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 3, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3987
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A flexible connection unit for use in a spinal fixation device, includes: a longitudinal member having first and second ends; at least one spacer located between the first and second ends, wherein the at least one spacer comprises a first portion made from a first material and a second portion made from a second material; and at least one flexible member located in a longitudinal axial channel of the at least one spacer, wherein the first and second ends substantially limit motion of the at least one spacer in the longitudinal axial direction with respect to the at least one flexible member.
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