Method, apparatus, surgical technique, surgical tools, and materials for minimally invasive enhanced fusion and restoration of kinematically physiologic spinal movement
OwnerDaniel John DiLorenzoinventor
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Abstract
The present invention teaches a method and apparatus for providing and preserving kinematically correct spinal movement as well as enhanced bone fusion. The design of implanted and other devices fabricated from at least one of metal, ceramic, plastic, shape memory alloy, and other material is taught for facilitating approximately physiologic kinematics for intervertebral body movement as well as for enhanced fusion of vertebral bodies and components therein. Surgical tools and techniques for implantation of these devices made from a variety of materials are also taught.
Claims21
A device for providing enhanced bone fusion comprising:
- A. A main strut;
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- B. At least one dynamic loaded arm in mechanical communication with the main strut.
A method for providing enhanced bone fusion comprising:
- A. Formation of a dynamic loaded compression plate;
- B. Deformation of said dynamic loaded compression plate;
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- C. Attachment of said dynamic loaded compression plate to at least two vertebral bodies;
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A surgical tool for implanting a device which provides enhanced bone fusion comprising:
- A. A mounting screw;
- B. A temperature control element;
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- C. At least one positioning lever.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.