METHODS AND DEVICES FOR RESTRICTING FLEXION AND EXTENSION OF A SPINAL SEGMENT
    52.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND DEVICES FOR RESTRICTING FLEXION AND EXTENSION OF A SPINAL SEGMENT 审中-公开
    用于限制松弛和扩张的部分的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US20120109200A1

    公开(公告)日:2012-05-03

    申请号:US13095604

    申请日:2011-04-27

    CPC classification number: A61B17/7053 A61B17/7062 A61B17/7067

    Abstract: Methods and devices for restricting movement of a spinal segment by providing an adjustable constraining device that includes a tether and a compliance member coupled together. The tether is coupled to a superior spinous process and an inferior spinous process or a sacrum so that the construct of the compliance member and tethers provides a force resistant to flexion and a force resistant to extension of a spinal segment. In some embodiments, the construct of the compliance member and tethers may provide only a force resistant to extension.

    Abstract translation: 用于通过提供可调约束装置来限制脊椎节段运动的方法和装置,所述约束装置包括联接在一起的系绳和顺应性构件。 系绳连接到优良的棘突和下棘突或骶骨,使得柔顺构件和系绳的构造提供抵抗弯曲的力和抵抗脊椎段伸展的力。 在一些实施例中,柔性构件和系绳的构造可仅提供抵抗延伸的力。

    Methods and systems for constraint of multiple spine segments
    53.
    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:US08162982B2

    公开(公告)日:2012-04-24

    申请号:US12426119

    申请日:2009-04-17

    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。

    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR LOCKING A BAND
    54.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR LOCKING A BAND 审中-公开
    用于锁定带的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US20110288589A1

    公开(公告)日:2011-11-24

    申请号:US12953249

    申请日:2010-11-23

    Abstract: Fastening mechanisms for releasably locking a tether are provided. The mechanisms find application with orthopedic internal-fixation implants and make the implants more reliable and their implantation less invasive. A method for releasably locking a tether comprises advancing the tether through a tether aperture in a clamp body. The tether enters the tether aperture in a first plane and exits in a second plane generally transverse to the first plane. Positioning a fastener element in a fastener aperture in the clamp body captures the tether between the clamp body and the fastener element thereby releasably locking the tether in position relative to the clamp body.

    Abstract translation: 提供了用于可释放地锁定系绳的紧固机构。 该机制发现应用矫形内固定植入物,使植入物更可靠,植入更少侵入性。 用于可释放地锁定系链的方法包括使系绳前进穿过夹具体中的系绳孔。 系绳在第一平面中进入系绳孔,并且在大致横向于第一平面的第二平面中离开。 将紧固件元件定位在夹具主体中的紧固件孔中,捕获夹具本体和紧固件元件之间的系链,从而将系绳可释放地锁定在相对于夹具主体的适当位置。

    Methods and systems for laterally stabilized constraint of spinous processes
    55.
    发明授权
    Methods and systems for laterally stabilized constraint of spinous processes 失效
    用于横向稳定的棘突约束的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US08029541B2

    公开(公告)日:2011-10-04

    申请号:US11777366

    申请日:2007-07-13

    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。

    Spinal diagnostic methods and apparatus

    公开(公告)号:US07955312B2

    公开(公告)日:2011-06-07

    申请号:US11616212

    申请日:2006-12-26

    Abstract: Methods, devices and systems facilitate diagnosis, and in some cases treatment, of back pain originating in intervertebral discs. Methods generally involve introducing one or more substances into one or more discs using a catheter device. In one embodiment, a patient assumes a position that causes back pain, and a substance such as an anesthetic or analgesic is introduced into the disc to determine whether the substance relieves the pain. Injections into multiple discs may optionally be performed, to help pinpoint a disc as a source of the patient's pain. In some embodiments, the catheter device is left in place, and possibly coupled with another implantable device, to provide treatment of one or more discs. A catheter device includes at least one anchoring member for maintaining a distal portion of the catheter within a disc.

    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR LOCKING A BAND
    57.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR LOCKING A BAND 有权
    用于锁定带的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US20100023060A1

    公开(公告)日:2010-01-28

    申请号:US12479016

    申请日:2009-06-05

    Abstract: A surgical fastening mechanism for releasably locking an implantable tether includes a housing having a central channel. The housing has an entry aperture, an exit aperture and a side channel extending therebetween. A roller element has a sidewall with an aperture therethrough and the roller is slidably disposed at least partially in the central channel such that the entry and exit apertures are at least partially aligned with the roller aperture. This permits passage of the tether therethrough. Rotation of the roller element in a first direction winds the tether around the roller thereby creating a friction interface between the roller element, the housing and the tether. A locking mechanism is operably connected with either the housing or the roller element and is adapted to prevent rotation of the roller in the central channel and also adapted to prevent release of the tether from the roller.

    Abstract translation: 用于可释放地锁定可植入系绳的手术紧固机构包括具有中心通道的壳体。 壳体具有入口孔,出口孔和在其间延伸的侧通道。 滚子元件具有通过其的孔的侧壁,并且该滚轮至少部分地可滑动地设置在中心通道中,使得入口孔和出口孔至少部分地与滚筒孔对准。 这允许系绳穿过其中。 滚子元件沿第一方向的旋转将围绕滚筒缠绕,从而在滚子元件,外壳和系绳之间产生摩擦接口。 锁定机构与壳体或滚子元件可操作地连接,并且适于防止辊在中心通道中的旋转,并且还适于防止系绳从辊松开。

    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DEPLOYING SPINOUS PROCESS CONSTRAINTS
    58.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DEPLOYING SPINOUS PROCESS CONSTRAINTS 有权
    用于分配旋转过程约束的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US20100004701A1

    公开(公告)日:2010-01-07

    申请号:US12478953

    申请日:2009-06-05

    CPC classification number: A61B17/7062 A61B17/0485 A61B17/0625

    Abstract: A surgical tool for deploying an implant includes an elongate outer shaft having a proximal end, a distal end and a central channel therebetween. An elongate inner shaft is at least partially slidably received in the central channel and an actuator mechanism is operatively coupled with either the outer or inner shaft. The tool also includes a piercing element that is coupled with the outer shaft and releasably coupled with the implant.

    Abstract translation: 用于展开植入物的手术工具包括细长的外轴,其具有近端,远端以及中间通道。 细长的内轴至少部分地可滑动地容纳在中心通道中,并且致动器机构与外轴或内轴可操作地联接。 该工具还包括穿刺元件,其与外轴联接并且可释放地与植入物联接。

    METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONSTRAINT OF MULTIPLE SPINE SEGMENTS
    59.
    发明申请
    METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONSTRAINT OF MULTIPLE SPINE SEGMENTS 有权
    多个脊椎部分约束的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20090264932A1

    公开(公告)日:2009-10-22

    申请号:US12426119

    申请日:2009-04-17

    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。

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