Adjustable spinous process spacer device and method of...

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2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S279000, C606S250000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07998173

ABSTRACT:
Provided is an adjustable spacing device configured to be placed between the spinous processes of at least two adjacent vertebrae, the device including a transverse member and at least one adjustable transverse member, which connect two parallel longitudinal legs one to the other and a method of using the device to treat spinal stenosis by restricting extension and allowing normal flexion of adjacent vertebrae relative one to the other.

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