Artificial facet joint

Details Artificial facet joint Artificial facet joint

2011-03-01

2011-03-01

Barrett, Thomas C (Department: 3775)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C623S017110

Reexamination Certificate

active

07896906

ABSTRACT:
Various methods and devices for replacing damaged, injured, diseased, or otherwise unhealthy posterior elements, such as the facet joints, the lamina, the posterior ligaments, and/or other features of a patient's spinal column, are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, the methods and devices are effective to mimic the natural function of the spine by allowing flexion, extension, and lateral bending of the spine, while substantially restricting posterior-anterior shear and rotation of the spine.

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