Systems and methods for posterior dynamic stabilization of the spine
US8152837B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/0077
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems and methods for dynamically stabilizing the spine are provided. The devices include an expandable spacer having an undeployed configuration and a deployed configuration, wherein the spacer has axial and radial dimensions for positioning between the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae. The systems include one or more spacers and a mechanical actuation means for delivering and deploying the spacer. The methods involve the implantation of one or more spacers within the interspinous space.
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