Variable durometer lumbar-sacral implant
US8591549B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 8, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/7062
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical devices for the treatment of spinal conditions are described herein. The medical device includes a main body that is adapted to be placed between the L5 vertebra and the sacrum so that the main body acts as a spacer with respect to the L5 vertebra and the sacrum to maintain distraction therebetween when the spine moves in extension. The main body is formed from a material having a gradual variation in modulus.
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