In-series, dual locking mechanism device

A method for securing an implant to a bone comprising the steps of:

• providing a device comprised of a clamp having a channel therein for receiving an implant, a locking mechanism being operatively associated with said clamp for securing the implant in the clamp, said locking mechanism being configured when closed to cause pressing engagement between the clamp and the received implant in at least two adjacent and in-series locations, and a bone fastener attachable to said clamp, said bone fastener being configured to affix said clamp to a bone;
• attaching the bone fastener to said clamp;
• drilling a pilot hole into the bone;
• inserting said bone fastener into said pilot hole in the bone so as to secure the clamp to the bone;
• placing an implant into said channel;
• and
• locking said implant into said clamp.

A kit for securing at least one elongate and continuous orthopaedic implant to a bone, the kit comprising:

• a clamp having at least one channel adapted to receive the implant;
• a locking mechanism adapted to be operatively connected to the clamp for causing pressing engagement between the implant and the clamp in at least two adjacent and in-series locations;
• and
• at least one bone fastener attachable to the clamp and configured to fixate the clamp to a bone.