Abstract
Devices and methods for placing an implant between two bone portions are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method comprises disposing a portion of a flexible member through a first bone portion, through an aperture in a trial implant, and through a second bone portion. The trial implant can be withdrawn to enable an implant to be coupled to the flexible member. The method includes applying tension to the flexible member to urge the implant into the space between two bone portions. In some embodiments, the two bone portions are facets.
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What is claimed is:
Devices and methods for placing an implant between two bone portions are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method comprises disposing a portion of a flexible member through a first bone portion, through an aperture in a trial implant, and through a second bone portion. The trial implant can be withdrawn to enable an implant to be coupled to the flexible member. The method includes applying tension to the flexible member to urge the implant into the space between two bone portions. In some embodiments, the two bone portions are facets.
Timeline
Filed
04/27/2026Published
09/03/2026Granted
Not AvailableIPC Codes(3)
A61B 17/70:Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
A61B 17/16:Instruments for performing osteoclasis; Drills or chisels for bones; Trepans
A61B 17/82:for bone cerclage