A tool for inserting an interspinous-process implant during surgery includes first and second elongate members. A post extending from the first elongate member may extend transverse to and cross the first elongate member's longitudinal axis. The second elongate member may be moveable longitudinally relative to the first elongate member, and a biasing member may bias the second elongate member toward a deployed position. The tool may further include an actuator to assist in moving the second elongate member.