Instrument and method for spinal compression and distraction
US8906034B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/708
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthopedic instrument for compression and distraction of bone segments includes a first receiver, a second receiver, a positioner member, and a guide member. The first receiver includes a first receiver aperture that receives a first screw extender. The second receiver includes a second extender aperture that receives a second screw extender. The positioner member translates the second receiver relative to the first receiver to apply one of a compression and a distraction force on the screw extenders. The guide member parallel to the positioner member guides the second receiver relative to the first receiver.
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