Method for a flexible stabilization system for a vertebral colum

Details Method for a flexible stabilization system for a vertebral colum Method for a flexible stabilization system for a vertebral colum

1985-06-10

1988-05-10

Coughenour, Clyde I.

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

Implantable prosthesis

Bone

128 69, 128 92Z, 128 92YF, 128 92YM, A61B 1758

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ABSTRACT:
A method for a flexible stabilization system for a vertebral column is disclosed. The device includes a strong, non-metallic stabilization element or elements (18) for providing flexibility. The stabilization elements (18) are secured to the vertebrae (11) and (12) wherein, when secured, the stabilization element or elements stabilize the vertical column while still allowing for flexibility. In a preferred embodiment the stabilization elements are anchored to the vertebrae by a bone screw (15) having an upper shank portion (16) and a lower threaded portion (17) having segmented area (17c).

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