Force diffusion spinal hook

Details Force diffusion spinal hook Force diffusion spinal hook

2004-07-14

2009-02-03

Robert, Eduardo C (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C606S246000, C606S279000, C606S330000, C606S076000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07485133

ABSTRACT:
A force diffusion hook includes a hook element and a connecting member receiving portion for receiving a connecting member to stabilize a spinal column segment. The hook element defines a receptacle for receiving a bony portion. A force diffusion member extends along the receptacle between the hook element and the bony portion. The force diffusion member is deformable to distribute load between the bony portion and the hook element.

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