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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8182487 | Implanting a tissue prosthesis A device (12) for implanting a tissue prosthesis comprises an elongate support member (14) having a proximal end (16) and a distal end (13), the support member (14) defining a recessed receiving zone 20 at a distal region fo... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8157863 | Devices, apparatus, and methods for bilateral approach to disc augmentation A method of augmenting a nucleus pulposus of an intervertebral disc comprises forming a first opening in an annulus of the intervertebral disc and forming a second opening in the annulus of the intervertebral disc. The method further comprises providing a space crea... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8123807 | Systems and methods for posterior dynamic stabilization of the spine Devices, systems and methods for dynamically stabilizing the spine are provided. The devices include an expandable spacer or member having an unexpanded configuration and an expanded configuration, wherein the expandable member in an expanded configuration has a siz... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8123808 | Vertebral endplate connection implant and method Embodiments of the invention include implants and methods for connecting devices to bones, such as one or more endplates of vertebrae. Devices may include mechanisms for connecting to one or more vertebrae by extending portions of the devices through an aperture in ... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8114159 | Anterior spinal vessel protector A protective system for facilitating revision surgery includes a protective pad with a base portion and an overlying portion spaced apart from the base. A fluid pocket is formed between the base portion; and the overlying portion. The protective system prevents form... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8100973 | Cement-directing orthopedic implants A cement-directing structure for use in cement-injection bone therapy includes a collapsible, self-restoring braided structure with regions of differential permeability to the bone cement. The regions of differential permeability may be provided by areas where the b... | 01/24/2012 |
| 8048119 | Apparatus for insertion between anatomical structures and a procedure utilizing same A surgical procedure and apparatus according to which force is applied to a member to compress the member, and the member is retained in its compressed state while it is inserted between two anatomical structures. The member is then allowed to move from its compress... | 11/01/2011 |
| 8021426 | Mechanical apparatus and method for artificial disc replacement The present invention relates to a device and method which may be used to reinforce the native annulus during spinal surgery. The device is a catheter based device which is placed into the inter-vertebral space following discectomy performed by either traditional su... | 09/20/2011 |
| 8012210 | Implant frames for use with settable materials and related methods of use Intervertebral implant system for intervertebral implantation, are disclosed. An intervertebral implant system according to the present disclosure includes a frame having a peripheral wall defining a space therein, and a settable material introducible into the space... | 09/06/2011 |
| 8012211 | Semi-biological intervertebral disc replacement system The present invention is a system for a partially biological disc replacement that stimulates natural fibrous, cartilaginous or other tissue growth in the DDD cavity, resulting in a partial biological disc replacement. Multiplicities of fibronous pieces of fibro-car... | 09/06/2011 |
| 8007535 | Interbody fusion ring and method of using the same The present invention provides an injectable annular ring useful in treating a deteriorating spinal disc. When used, the annular ring may be collapsed or folded in order for it to be placed through a small opening in a prepared intervertebral space within the annulu... | 08/30/2011 |
| 7993404 | Transformable spinal implants and methods of use The present application is directed to transformable implants for a variety of medical applications. The implants transform from a malleable pre-filled article into a more rigid device via hardening of the implant material. The malleable aspects of the implants faci... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7988735 | Mechanical apparatus and method for delivering materials into the inter-vertebral body space for nucleus replacement The present invention relates to a device and method to perform 1) disk fusing, 2) an artificial replacement of the nucleus, 3) artificial replacement of the annulus, or 4), an artificial replacement of both the nucleus and annulus. The device is designed to be plac... | 08/02/2011 |
| 7972382 | Minimally invasive spinal distraction devices and methods Systems are provided for reducing the complexity and invasiveness of spinal stabilization procedures and provide an expandable device deliverable to a spinal implantation location. The expandable device can be delivered through a minimally invasive access portal and... | 07/05/2011 |
| 7947079 | Method and system for fusing a spinal region A method and system for fusing a region in the spine involve the use of at least one guide tube to pass instruments and substances into the spinal region in a minimally invasive manner. In the preferred practice of the method, a guide tube is anchored to a vertebra ... | 05/24/2011 |
| 7931689 | Method and apparatus for treating a vertebral body An implantable container is used to stabilize or restore height in a vertebral body. After insertion the container is filled with a bone filler material such as bone cement. ... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7837733 | Percutaneous methods for injecting a curable biomaterial into an intervertebral space A method for treating a spinal disc comprises the steps of: determining the integrity of the annulus by subjecting the annulus to a first pressure applied internally of the annulus; providing access to the nucleus pulposus through the annulus without removing any ti... | 11/23/2010 |
| 7824444 | Expandable spherical spinal implant A prosthetic implant for forming a support structure between adjoining vertebrae in a spinal column. The prosthetic implant includes a generally spherical or ellipsoidal body that at least partially engages a surface of adjacent vertebrae. ... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7799079 | Vertebral fusion device and method A device for facilitating bone fusion of two vertebrae. The device is sized and shaped to at least extend between the two vertebrae to be fused, and includes an outer wall member disposed about an inner portion. A space between the outer wall member and the inner co... | 09/21/2010 |
| 7794501 | Expandable intervertebral spacers and methods of use An intervertebral spacer is inserted between vertebral members in a compact configuration and expanded post-insertion to contact the adjacent vertebral members. The intervertebral spacer comprises a first member and a second member movable with respect to the first ... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7789913 | Methods for injecting a curable biomaterial into an intervertebral space A method for treating a diseased or damaged spinal disc comprises the steps of: (a) providing access to the nucleus pulposus through the annulus; (b) removing at least a portion of the nucleus pulposus to create an intradiscal space; determining the size of the intr... | 09/07/2010 |
| 7766965 | Method of making an intervertebral disc prosthesis A method of treating a diseased or damaged intervertebral disc having a nucleus pulposus and an annulus. The method includes the steps of accessing and preparing the intervertebral disc for receipt of the biomaterial by removing at least a portion of the nucleus pul... | 08/03/2010 |
| 7744630 | Facet repair and stabilization An implant for use with the opposing facets of two adjacent vertebrae includes a facet bearing body having a cavity for receiving a filler material, and at least one fixation wing for securing the facet bearing body to at least one of the two vertebrae, wherein the ... | 06/29/2010 |
| 7740660 | Methods for treating defects and injuries of an intervertebral disc A method for treating a herniated spinal disc between opposing vertebral bodies having a damaged outer annulus and an inner nucleus pulposus comprises the steps of: providing access to the nucleus pulposus through the annulus; removing at least a portion of the nucl... | 06/22/2010 |
| 7717958 | Prosthetic nucleus apparatus A spinal mobility preservation apparatus and methods are disclosed. The spinal mobility preservation apparatus may include a proximal body, an intermediate body, a distal body, and an expandable membrane. The proximal body and the distal body secure the mobility pre... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7713301 | Intervertebral disc prosthesis A system for repairing an intervertebral disc by delivering and curing a biomaterial in situ within the disc. The system includes both a device, having an insertable balloon and related lumen, controls and adapters, as well as an in situ curable biomaterial (and rel... | 05/11/2010 |
| 7699894 | Nucleus pulposus trial device and technique A nucleus pulposus trial device for assessing the size, shape and location of a disc space. ... | 04/20/2010 |
| 7645301 | Devices and methods for disc replacement The present disclosure concerns implants to at least partially replace the nucleus of a spinal disc. In one embodiment, a prosthetic implant is provided which includes a bag structure having a fixation component or member, the bag operable to contain at least one in... | 01/12/2010 |
| 7641691 | Biodegradable/bioactive nucleus pulposus implant and method for treating degenerated intervertebral discs A bioactive/biodegradable nucleus implant for repairing degenerated intervertebral discs that is inflated inside the nucleus space after the degenerated nucleus has been removed to re-pressurize the nuclear space within the intervertebral disc. The implant is inflat... | 01/05/2010 |
| 7632312 | Artifical lumbar disc An artificial lumbar disc made of three components which are inserted individually. Two bean shaped implants are a mirror image of each other and are designed to be inserted on each side of the disc cavity. The third component is designed to fill the disc cavity rem... | 12/15/2009 |
| 7618457 | Devices and methods for disc nucleus replacement The present disclosure concerns implants to at least partially replace the nucleus of a spinal disc. In one embodiment, a prosthetic structure is provided which includes a bag operable to contain at least one internal implant within the bag. In another embodiment, a... | 11/17/2009 |
| 7611537 | System, device, and method for percutaneous interbody device and nucleus removal system One embodiment of the present application includes: performing a medical procedure on a segment of a patient's spine. This segment includes two vertebrae each in contact with a spinal disk positioned in an intervertebral disk space. A passage is formed that follows ... | 11/03/2009 |
| 7578846 | Selectively expandable composite structures for spinal arthroplasty Embodiments include selectively expandable composite structures useful as spinal arthroplasty devices such as intervertebral disc prostheses. The structures may comprise an outer shell comprised of a non-hydrogel polymer material. The structures also may comprise at... | 08/25/2009 |
| 7563284 | Intervertebral disc implant The invention relates to an artificial intervertebral disc for placement between adjacent vertebrae. The artificial intervertebral disc is preferably designed to restore disc height and lordosis, allow for a natural range of motion, absorb shock and provide resistan... | 07/21/2009 |
| 7534268 | Devices and methods for disc replacement The present disclosure concerns implants to at least partially replace the nucleus of a spinal disc. In one embodiment, a prosthetic implant is provided which includes a bag structure having a fixation component or member, the bag operable to contain at least one in... | 05/19/2009 |
| 7534269 | C-shaped disc prosthesis Exemplary implants and methods are provided for stabilizing adjacent vertebrae. In one embodiment, an implant is provided having a shape that allows the implant to be positioned between adjacent vertebrae using a posterior approach while avoiding contact with the sp... | 05/19/2009 |
| 7520888 | Treatment of the vertebral column A method is provided for treating a spinal condition. The method includes introducing a biological treatment into an area of a vertebral column, and mechanically unloading the treated area by applying a load-bearing device to the anterior region, the anterior column... | 04/21/2009 |
| 7485145 | Artificial intervertebral disc assembly An artificial intervertebral disc assembly including upper and lower end plates, an expandable bladder carried by the end plates and circumscribing a containment area therebetween. A biocompatible fluid is disposed within the containment area. A cylinder having a pl... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7465318 | Cement-directing orthopedic implants A cement-directing structure for use in cement-injection bone therapy includes a collapsible, self-restoring braided structure with regions of differential permeability to the bone cement. The regions of differential permeability may be provided by areas where the b... | 12/16/2008 |
| 7442210 | Mechanical apparatus and method for artificial disc replacement The present invention relates to a device and method to 1) facilitate disk fusing, 2) perform an artificial replacement of the nucleus, 3) perform an artificial replacement of the annulus, or 4, perform an artificial replacement of both the nucleus and annulus. The ... | 10/28/2008 |
