Head support apparatus for spinal surgery
US8234731B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 7, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 7, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2210/50
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus comprises a base configured to mount on a frame, a post coupled to the base and extending upwardly therefrom, a head support for supporting the head of a patient lying in a prone position on the frame, and a lockable joint coupled to the post and coupled to the head support to position the head support above the base. The lockable joint, when locked, prevents movement of the head support along the post and prevents movement of the head support relative to the post about a plurality of axes. The lockable joint, when unlocked, allows movement of the head support along the post and allows movement of the head support relative to the post about the plurality of axes.
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