Methods and systems for constraint of multiple spine segments
    12.
    发明授权
    Methods and systems for constraint of multiple spine segments 有权
    用于约束多个脊柱段的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US08790372B2

    公开(公告)日:2014-07-29

    申请号:US13427551

    申请日:2012-03-22

    CPC classification number: A61B17/7062 A61B17/7053 A61B17/7055

    Abstract: Methods, apparatus and systems for constraining spinous processes to elastically limit flexion of two or more adjacent spinal segments rely on placing a tether structure over at least three adjacent vertebral bodies or two adjacent vertebral bodies and the sacrum. The tether structures may be continuous, for example in the form of a continuous loop, or may be discontinuous, for example in the form of a loop or elongate element having at least two anchor structures for securing in bone.

    Abstract translation: 用于约束棘突以弹性限制两个或更多个相邻脊柱段的屈曲的方法,装置和系统依赖于将系绳结构放置在至少三个相邻的椎体或两个相邻的椎体和骶骨上。 系链结构可以是连续的,例如以连续环的形式,或者可以是不连续的,例如以具有至少两个用于固定在骨中的锚定结构的环或细长元件的形式。

    Surgical tether apparatus and methods of use
    14.
    发明授权
    Surgical tether apparatus and methods of use 有权
    手术系绳装置及使用方法

    公开(公告)号:US08529606B2

    公开(公告)日:2013-09-10

    申请号:US12721238

    申请日:2010-03-10

    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for controlling flexion in a spinal segment of a patient include performing a spinal fusion procedure on a pair of adjacent vertebrae in the spinal segment and implanting a constraint device into the patient. Adjusting length or tension in the constraint device allows the constraint device to provide a force a force resistant to flexion of the spinal segment undergoing fusion. The constraint device also modulates loads borne by the spinal segment undergoing fusion or tissue adjacent thereto.

    Abstract translation: 用于控制患者的脊柱段中的屈曲的方法和装置包括对脊椎段中的一对相邻椎骨执行脊柱融合程序,并将约束装置植入患者体内。 约束装置中的调节长度或张力允许约束装置提供抵抗正在融合的脊椎节段弯曲的力的力。 约束装置还调节由与其相邻的融合或组织的脊髓段承载的负载。

    METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR LATERALLY STABILIZED CONSTRAINT OF SPINOUS PROCESSES
    15.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR LATERALLY STABILIZED CONSTRAINT OF SPINOUS PROCESSES 有权
    旋转过程的侧向稳定约束的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20110295318A1

    公开(公告)日:2011-12-01

    申请号:US13206339

    申请日:2011-08-09

    CPC classification number: A61B17/7065 A61B17/7055 A61B17/7062 A61B17/842

    Abstract: A spinal implant for limiting flexion of the spine includes a tether structure for encircling adjacent spinal processes. Usually, a pair of compliance members will be provided as part of the tether structure for elastically limiting flexion while permitting an extension. A cross-member is provided between the compliance member or other portions of the tether structure to stabilize the tether structure and prevent misalignment after implantation.

    Abstract translation: 用于限制脊柱弯曲的脊柱植入物包括用于环绕相邻脊柱过程的系绳结构。 通常,将提供一对顺应性构件作为系绳结构的一部分,用于弹性限制弯曲,同时允许延伸。 在连接构件或系链结构的其它部分之间设置横向构件以稳定系绳结构并防止植入后的未对准。

    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVING SHEAR LOADING CAPACITY OF A SPINAL SEGMENT
    17.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVING SHEAR LOADING CAPACITY OF A SPINAL SEGMENT 有权
    改善脊柱分段剪切负荷能力的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US20100249839A1

    公开(公告)日:2010-09-30

    申请号:US12750190

    申请日:2010-03-30

    CPC classification number: A61B17/7064 A61B17/7053 A61B17/7062

    Abstract: A method for improving shear loading capacity of a spinal segment having a superior vertebra, an inferior vertebra or sacrum, and a facet joint, includes providing a constraint device having an upper portion, a lower portion and a compliance member coupled therebetween. The constraint device is coupled with the spinal segment such that the upper portion of the constraint device is coupled with the superior vertebra and the lower portion of the constraint device is coupled with the inferior vertebra or a sacrum. The constraint device provides a force resistant to flexion of the spinal segment. Also, length or tension in the constraint device is adjusted so as to increase engagement between an upper portion of the facet joint and a lower portion of the facet joint, thereby increasing capacity of the spinal segment to resist shear loading.

    Abstract translation: 提供具有上椎骨,下椎骨或骶骨的小腿关节的脊柱节段的剪切承载能力的方法包括提供约束装置,其具有联接在其间的上部分,下部分和顺应性部件。 约束装置与脊椎段联接,使得约束装置的上部与上椎骨联接,并且约束装置的下部与下椎骨或骶骨联接。 约束装置提供抵抗脊柱段弯曲的力。 此外,约束装置中的长度或张力被调整以增加小面关节的上部与小关节的下部之间的接合,从而增加脊椎节段抵抗剪切载荷的能力。

    METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DEPLOYING SPINOUS PROCESS CONSTRAINTS
    18.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DEPLOYING SPINOUS PROCESS CONSTRAINTS 审中-公开
    用于分配旋转过程约束的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20080262549A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-10-23

    申请号:US12106049

    申请日:2008-04-18

    CPC classification number: A61B17/7062 A61B17/82 A61B17/842 A61B2090/064

    Abstract: An exemplary method for constraining spinous processes to elastically limit flexion of a spinal segment comprises piercing an interspinous ligament to form a first penetration above an upper side of an upper spinous process and advancing a first end of a first tether through the first penetration. The interspinous ligament is pierced again to form a second penetration below a lower side of a lower spinous process and a second end of a second tether is advanced through the second penetration. Joining the first and second tethers together forms an extensible tether structure coupling the upper and lower spinous processes together while permitting extension therebetween. Adjusting the tether structure sets relative distance or angle between the upper and lower spinous processes to a target value.

    Abstract translation: 用于约束棘突以弹性限制脊椎节段弯曲的示例性方法包括刺穿棘突间韧带以在上棘突的上侧上方形成第一穿刺,并且使第一系绳的第一端推进穿过第一穿刺。 再次刺穿椎间韧带以在下棘突的下侧形成第二穿刺,并且第二系绳的第二端穿过第二穿刺。 将第一和第二系绳连接在一起形成将上棘和下棘共同连接在一起的可延伸系链结构,同时允许它们之间延伸。 调整系绳结构将上棘和下棘之间的相对距离或角度设置为目标值。

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