Methods and apparatus for accessing and treating the facet joint
US9005288B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 8, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 25, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2310/00359
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems are disclosed for accessing and treating the interior of the facet joint for vertebral distraction and immobilization. The systems include a number of tools that facilitate access to the facet joint, distraction of the articulating decortication of the articulating surfaces, and delivery of implants and agents into the facet joint for fusion.
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