Pedicle-based construct facet joint fixation device
AssigneeAtlas Spine, Inc.
InventorMatthew G. Baynham
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Abstract
A facet joint fixation device formed from a flexible wedge shaped implant constructed from a single piece of material. The device is defined by an insert end spaced apart from outer end by first and second side members. Each side support is cut by a series of recesses defining a living hinge therebetween.
Claims16
A flexible wedge shaped implant comprising an insert end, an outer end, wherein the insert end and the outer end are spaced apart by a first and a second side member.
A facet spacer device comprising an insert end, a spacer end, wherein the insert end and the spacer end are connected by a first and a second side member, wherein each side member comprises at least one recess defining a hinge structure.
A method of implanting a pedicle screw in a patient in need thereof, comprising:
- inserting a flexible wedge-shaped implant between adjacent vertebrae, the flexible wedge-shaped implant comprising an insert end, an outer end, wherein the insert end and the outer end are spaced apart by a first and a second side member, each side member having one or more recesses defining a hinge structure and providing flexibility.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.