Surgery – Instruments – Orthopedic instrumentation
Reexamination Certificate
2006-03-03
2010-11-23
Barrett, Thomas C (Department: 3775)
Surgery
Instruments
Orthopedic instrumentation
C606S246000, C606S247000, C606S248000, C606S249000, C606S279000, C606S914000, C623S017160
Reexamination Certificate
active
07837688
ABSTRACT:
Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
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Boyer, II Michael L.
Millhouse Paul W.
Paul David C.
Barrett Thomas C
Boles Sameh
Globus Medical
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