Method and apparatus for spinal stabilization

Details Method and apparatus for spinal stabilization Method and apparatus for spinal stabilization

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S247000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07901438

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus of limiting at least one degree of movement between a superior vertebrae and an inferior vertebrae of a patient includes advancing a distal end of a stabilization device into a pedicle of the inferior vertebrae. A proximal portion of the stabilization device is positioned such that the proximal portion limits at least one degree of movement between a superior vertebrae and an inferior vertebrae by contacting a surface of the superior vertebrae.

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