Sensor and method for spinal monitoring

Details Sensor and method for spinal monitoring Sensor and method for spinal monitoring

2011-08-09

2011-08-09

Jaworski, Francis (Department: 3768)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Measuring or detecting nonradioactive constituent of body...

C600S594000, C128S903000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07993269

ABSTRACT:
A sensor for detecting changes in spinal tissue is disclosed. The implantable sensor or surgical instrument includes a sensing element adapted for detecting indicators of tissue health. The sensor is configured for transmitting the tissue data outside of the body. Further a system and method are provided to utilize the sensed tissue properties to treat the patient's condition.

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