Intervertebral disc prosthesis

Details Intervertebral disc prosthesis Intervertebral disc prosthesis

2008-07-22

2008-07-22

Matthews, William M. (Department: 3774)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

C623S017110, C623S017140

Reexamination Certificate

active

07402176

ABSTRACT:
Intervertebral disc prostheses are provided. More particularly, the invention provides disc prostheses that have adjustable disc heights, that are readily converted into fusion prostheses and that provide a range of motions that effectively mimic the natural range of motions of a spinal disc.

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