Method of using a vertebral facet joint drill
US9060787B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2218/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods for creating holes in the articular process of the vertebra using a vertebral facet joint drill tool are provided. Methods of using the resulting holes to anchor or stabilize facet joint prosthesis, and also altering the spacing and motion at the facet joints of the vertebral column, are provided.
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