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Prosthesis (i.e., Artificial Body Members), Parts Thereof, Or Aids And Accessories Therefor > Implantable Prosthesis > Bone > Spine Bone > Including Spinal Disc Spacer Between Adjacent Spine Bones Including Spinal Disc Spacer Between Adjacent Spine BonesIncluding Spinal Disc Spacer Between Adjacent Spine Bones patent applications listed are from June 2005 to current and include Date, Patent Application Number, Patent Title, Patent Abstract summary and are linked to the corresponding patent application page.12/14/06 - 20060282167 - Methods of reinforcing an intervertebral disc annulus Methods of reinforcing annulus fibrosis tissue within an intervertebral disc include the implantation of a support member also functioning as a barrier to resist damage to the tissue or herniation of tissue outside the disc. The device may be anchored to the surrounding tissue. The device is compressible and may ... 12/07/06 - 20060276902 - Minimally invasive apparatus to manipulate and revitalize spinal column disc A method and apparatus are provided to manipulate and revitalize a spinal column disc while minimizing or preventing the removal of material comprising the disc. The method allows a device to be inserted in the disc either through a pre-existing rupture or through an opening formed in the front, back, ... 12/07/06 - 20060276901 - Minimally invasive apparatus to manipulate and revitalize spinal column disc A method and apparatus are provided to manipulate and revitalize a spinal column disc, including an annulus, while minimizing or preventing the removal of material comprising the disc. The method allows a device to be inserted in the disc either through a pre-existing rupture or through an opening formed in ... 11/30/06 - 20060271198 - Nucleus replacement securing device and method There is disclosed systems and methods for spinal nucleus replacement by constructing channels through vertebral segments on either side of an area into which the spinal nucleus is to be positioned, the channels running from a channel end outside of the area to a channel end abutting the area. One ... 11/30/06 - 20060271197 - Spinal disc annulus augmentation Intervertebral disc implants are provided for augmenting the annulus of the disc in a manner to bear at least part of the axial and/or torsional load on the annulus so that rents, fissures and subsequent herniation of the disc are prevented or substantially delayed. An aspect of the subject devices ... 11/30/06 - 20060271196 - Spinal disc annulus augmentation Intervertebral disc implants are provided for augmenting the annulus of the disc in a manner to bear at least part of the axial and/or torsional load on the annulus so that rents, fissures and subsequent herniation of the disc are prevented or substantially delayed. An aspect of the subject devices ... 11/23/06 - 20060265077 - Spinal repair A spinal implant for repairing a region of a subject's spine may have a plurality of interlockable segments that can be deployed from a delivery configuration (e.g., a linear array) into a deployed configuration. When the implant is in the delivery configuration, the implant comprises a linear array of the ... 11/23/06 - 20060265076 - Catheter holder for spinal implant A catheter holder designed to deliver a curable biomaterial to an intervertebral disc space. By securing the catheter to the catheter holder, the depth of insertion of the catheter into the disc space can be accurately controlled. The catheter holder optionally helps with insertion of a optional mold through the ... 11/23/06 - 20060265075 - Intervertebral implant Disclosed is an intervertebral implant (1) comprising a central axis (2), a bottom cover plate (3) and a top cover plate (4), which are respectively provided with an exterior surface (7; 8) that extends transversal to the central axis (2), and a central part (10). Said central part (10) is ... 11/09/06 - 20060253202 - Vertebral disc implant in fiber form The present invention is directed to filamentous fibers and methods of use for treating a damaged disc, illustratively for treatment of a degenerative or injured vertebral disc. The filamentous fiber may be dehydrated such that filamentous fiber into the damaged disc such that the filamentous fiber absorbs fluid, expands, and ... 11/02/06 - 20060247785 - Method for delivering and positioning implants in the intervertebral disc environment The present invention relates generally to devices and methods for delivering medical devices, such as implants, to desired tissue sites, such as the intervertebral disc. In one aspect, an intervertebral disc repair and diagnostic device that is minimally invasive and that provides precise access to the desired site is provided. ... 11/02/06 - 20060247784 - Devices, systems and methods for augmenting intervertebral discs Devices, systems and methods are provided for augmenting intervertebral discs. The systems include implantable annulus repair and augmentation devices as well as implantable prosthetic materials for replacing a portion of or augmenting the annulus and/or the nucleus pulposus. The systems further include instruments for implanting the subject devices and materials ... 11/02/06 - 20060247783 - Spinal fusion with osteogenic material and migration barrier Described are interbody spinal fusion methods, and kits useful therefor, in which a barrier material is interposed between an osteogenic material and an opening in the disc annulus providing access to the interbody space, wherein the barrier material is effective to inhibit migration of the osteogenic substance to the opening. ... 11/02/06 - 20060247782 - System, device and methods for replacing the intervertebral disc with a magnetic or electromagnetic prosthesis One embodiment of the present application includes a spinal disk prosthesis with one end portion to form a load transmitting relationship with one vertebra of a patient's spine and another end portion to form a load transmitting relationship with another vertebra of the patient's spine. A tube connects the end ... 11/02/06 - 20060247781 - Implant An intervertebral disc nucleus replacement is provided that is configurable into a first configuration to be assumed while the replacement is implanted in the nuclear cavity and a second configuration to be assumed during the procedure of inserting the replacement into the nuclear cavity. The first configuration may have an ... 11/02/06 - 20060247780 - Expandable artificial disc and associated methods and instrumentation An artificial disc including an inner expandable region and an outer peripheral region. The expandable region is transitionable to an expanded configuration having an expanded height that is greater than the intervertebral disc space height, and with the peripheral region having a height substantially equal to the intervertebral disc space ... 10/26/06 - 20060241774 - Apparatus for providing proper vertebral spacing An expandable osteosynthesis implant has branches (5) each connected at one end to a seat (7) which is pierced by an orifice (8), suitable for being slid from a posterior direction between the facing faces of two consecutive vertebrae in order to hold them a given distance apart and restore ... 10/26/06 - 20060241773 - Spinal disc annulus reconstruction method and spinal disc annulus stent A surgical method of repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall (annulus) after surgical invasion or pathologic rupture, incorporating suture closure, or stent insertion and fixation, designed to reduce the failure rate of conventional surgical procedures on the spinal discs. The design of the spinal disc annulus stent allows ... 10/19/06 - 20060235535 - Artificial disc and joint replacements with modular cushioning components An artificial joint or disc replacement (ADR) broadly includes a pair of opposing endplate components, each attached to one of the upper and lower vertebrae, a cushioning component disposed between the endplate components, and a mechanism for coupling the cushioning component to one or both of the endplates. In the ... 10/19/06 - 20060235534 - Vertebral disc repair A sterile implant for treatment of a spinal disc defect comprising an allograft cortical bone demineralized to a Type I collagen having a specific shape which is treated to eliminate osteoinductivity. The implant is lyophilized and compressed into smaller first shape which 20 to 80% from its original shape in ... 10/19/06 - 20060235533 - Flanged interbody fusion device with hinge Methods and devices are disclosed for treating the vertebral column. An integrated fixation plate and spacer having a retaining structure within the screw holes of the fixation plate to resist backout of screws attaching the fixation plate to the bone is provided. A movable joint may be provided between the ... 10/19/06 - 20060235532 - Unit for treatment of the degeneration of an intervertebral disc The invention relates to an assembly for treating degeneration of a damaged intervertebral disk disposed between two vertebrae. The treatment assembly includes cells that may be analogous to those of the intervertebral disk, and that are suitable for implanting in said disk; and an intervertebral implant. The intervertebral implant includes ... 10/12/06 - 20060229729 - Expandable intervertebral implant for use with instrument An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with ... 10/12/06 - 20060229728 - Methods and devices for preserving motion in an articulating prosthetic disc The present invention overcomes the problem of undesirable bone growth and/or unwanted scar tissue formation on the articulating surfaces and in the articulating spaces of prosthetic intervertebral discs. The invention comprises a method for preserving motion in a prosthetic disc having at least one articulating surface comprising applying an anti-infiltration ... 09/28/06 - 20060217812 - Method of anchoring an implant in an intervertebral disc Methods of securing an implant within an intervertebral disc are provided. In some embodiments, systems for minimally invasive disc augmentation include an anulus augmentation component and a nucleus augmentation component. Both are suited for minimally invasive deployment. The nucleus augmentation component restores disc height and/or replaces missing nucleus pulposus. The ... 09/28/06 - 20060217811 - Method of performing a procedure within a disc The present invention relates generally to intervertebral disc devices and methods and instrumentation for intervertebral disc procedures. Methods include performing procedures such as implant delivery, tissue manipulation, tissue diagnostics, and therapeutic and diagnostic agent delivery at selected locations within intervertebral discs. ... 09/14/06 - 20060206209 - Prosthetic nucleus apparatus and methods Prosthetic nucleus apparatus and methods for treating an intervertebral disc are disclosed. Prosthetic nucleus apparatus may include a barrier sealant membrane and a prosthetic nucleus material. The barrier sealant membrane forms a chamber which can receive the prosthetic nucleus material. The barrier sealant membrane can be formed by depositing a ... 09/07/06 - 20060200246 - Method of monitoring characteristics of an intervertebral disc and implantable prosthetic A vertebral disc prosthesis, a method of implanting a prosthesis and a deployment device is provided. The prosthesis may be implanted into the interior region of the vertebral disc so as to displace existing vertebral tissue, such as NP. The size or amount of the prosthesis inserted into the interior ... 09/07/06 - 20060200245 - Materials, devices, and methods for in-situ formation of composite intervertebral implants An intervertebral disc repair devices is disclosed that includes a porous matrix and a polymerizable material. The intervertebral disc repair device is advantageous because it may be injected through a small annulus defect, it can form an implant larger than the annulus defect for improved expulsion resistance, it has increased ... 08/31/06 - 20060195193 - Implant for closing an opening in the annulus fibrosus In an implant in the form of a plug for closing an opening in the annulus fibrosus, in order to ensure as reliable a fixing of the plug as possible and a secure closure, it is proposed that the plug have rigid anchoring elements for the end plates of adjacent ... 08/24/06 - 20060190085 - Spinal disc annulus repair device A stent, or device for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall, or annulus fibrosus, after surgical incision or pathologic rupture, which is inserted through an aperture into the subannular space. The stent has radial extensions which are caused or allowed to expand into an expanded configuration to bridge ... 08/10/06 - 20060178747 - Vertebroplasty method By providing an elastic form stable material which is capable of being delivered directly to a specific desired location within a living creature and provides increased strength and rigidity to the injected location, disorders of the vertebrae of a living creature, for example disorders derived from osteoporosis, are able to ... 08/03/06 - 20060173545 - Spinal disc annulus reconstruction method and deformable spinal disc annulus stent A spinal disc annulus repair stent for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall (annulus) after surgical invasion or pathologic rupture, which may incorporate suture closure or other means of stent insertion and fixation, designed to reduce the failure rate of conventional surgical procedures on the spinal discs. In ... 07/27/06 - 20060167553 - Spinal disc annulus reconstruction method and deformable spinal disc annulus stent A spinal disc annulus repair stent for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall (annulus) after surgical invasion or pathologic rupture, which may incorporate suture closure or other means of stent insertion and fixation, designed to reduce the failure rate of conventional surgical procedures on the spinal discs. In ... 07/20/06 - 20060161258 - Spinal disc annulus reconstruction method and spinal disc annulus stent A surgical method of repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall (annulus) after surgical invasion or pathologic rupture, incorporating suture closure, or stent insertion and fixation, designed to reduce the failure rate of conventional surgical procedures on the spinal discs. The design of the spinal disc annulus stent allows ... 07/13/06 - 20060155379 - Expandable implant for repairing a defect in a nucleus of an intervertebral disc Expandable implants for repairing a nuclear defect of an intervertebral disc, and methods and apparatuses for delivering the same into the disc. The implants generally have a compressed form having a size adapted for insertion into the intervertebral disc, and a composition that allows the implant to expand from the ... 06/29/06 - 20060142864 - Intervertebral disc annulus stent A stent, or device for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall, or annulus fibrosus, after surgical incision or pathologic rupture, which is inserted through an aperture into the subannular space. The stent has radial extensions which are caused or allowed to expand into an expanded configuration to bridge ... 06/22/06 - 20060136065 - Radially compressed dehydrated spinal nucleus implants A radially compressed xerogel spinal nucleus implant is manufactured and utilized for implantation into an intervertebral disc space. The implant has an optimized cross-sectional ellipsoid configuration which facilitates insertion of the implant through a minimal incision in the annulus. Radial compression is achieved by exerting substantially equilateral circumferential compression on ... 06/22/06 - 20060136064 - Intervertebral disc implants and methods for manufacturing and using the same Described are intervertebral disc implants that include an elastomeric polymer body, especially a hydrogel body, and a superelastic element. Also described are methods for making and using such implants. ... 06/15/06 - 20060129245 - Intervertebral disc annulus stent A stent, or device for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall, or annulus fibrosus, after surgical incision or pathologic rupture, which is inserted through an aperture into the subannular space. The stent has radial extensions which are caused or allowed to expand into an expanded configuration to bridge ... 06/15/06 - 20060129244 - Expandable intervertebral spacer method and apparatus An expandable interbody spacer (IBS) device designed to restore the disc height between vertebral bodies. The expandable interbody spacer device has an integral, moveable expansion member or spreader, provided between two plates. The plates are connected by one or more connecting members that retain the plates in a position proximate ... 06/15/06 - 20060129243 - Interbody spinal device An interbody spinal device for insertion into an intervertebral disc space of a vertebrate animal, where the device is adapted to rotate within the intervertebral disc space upon insertion. The invention also provides a method of distracting and/or maintaining two adjacent vertebrae of a vertebrate animal until the two adjoining ... 06/15/06 - 20060129242 - Pseudo arthrosis device A pseudo arthrosis device may be placed in a disc space to provide support for adjacent vertebrae. The device may have an enclosure formed from a flexible, permeable material. A core may be packed in the enclosure. The core may be compressible and/or flexible. In certain embodiments, the core may ... 06/08/06 - 20060122704 - Supplementation or replacement of a nucleus pulposus of an intervertebral disc A degenerated nucleus pulposus located in a central core region of an intervertebral disc within the annulus fibrosus is supplemented or replaced by a method wherein an amount of a biocompatible material is introduced into the central core region by a process including the steps of 1) forming a channel ... 06/01/06 - 20060116770 - Vertebral body and disc space replacement devices A vertebral replacement device for supporting adjacent vertebrae includes a vertebral body member having at least one of an upper or lower disc replacement member engaged thereto at one end thereof. The disc replacement device can be positioned in a spinal disc space when disengaged from the vertebral body member. ... 05/25/06 - 20060111785 - Intervertebral implant with conformable endplate An intervertebral implant replaces an intervertebral disc of the human spine. The intervertebral implant includes a first conformable endplate, the first conformable endplate being conformable to a boney vertebral endplate under an anatomical load, a second endplate and a core between the endplates, wherein the first conformable endplate partitions the ... 05/18/06 - 20060106462 - Implant material for minimally invasive spinal interbody fusion surgery An implant device for spinal interbody fusion surgery has a shape substantially similar to a human excavated disc space, and includes a first modular end section, at least one modular middle section disposed adjacent to the first modular end section, a second modular end section disposed adjacent to the modular ... 05/11/06 - 20060100711 - Intervertebral disc annulus stent A stent, or device for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall, or annulus fibrosus, after surgical incision or pathologic rupture, which is inserted through an aperture into the subannular space. The stent has radial extensions which are caused or allowed to expand into an expanded configuration to bridge ... 05/04/06 - 20060095134 - Materials, devices and methods for implantation of transformable implants A transformable implantable device is disclosed comprising primary and secondary phases or materials. The secondary phase or material is relatively rigid compared to the primary phase or material and also renders the transformable implantable device relatively rigid compared to the primary phase or material. The secondary phase or material, upon ... 04/27/06 - 20060089721 - Intervertebral disc prosthesis and methods of implantation Various materials, constructs, and methods for maintaining an intervertebral space are provided. ... 03/23/06 - 20060064172 - Composite intervertebral disc implants and methods for forming the same Nucleus pulposus implants that are resistant to migration in and/or expulsion from an intervertebral disc space are provided. In one form of the invention, an implant includes a load bearing elastic body surrounded in the disc space by an anchoring, preferably resorbable, outer shell. In certain forms of the invention, ... 03/23/06 - 20060064171 - Methods for forming and retaining intervertebral disc implants Nucleus pulposus implants that are resistant to migration in and/or expulsion from an intervertebral disc space are provided. In one form of the invention, an implant includes a load bearing elastic body surrounded in the disc space by an anchoring, preferably resorbable, outer shell. In certain forms of the invention, ... 03/16/06 - 20060058881 - Intervertebral disc nucleus implants and methods Devices for anchoring spinal implants in an intervertebral disc space are provided. Spinal implants are also provided that are resistant to lateral deformation. The implants may include a flexible peripheral supporting band disposed circumferentially about an elastic body. Methods for anchoring spinal implants and methods for reducing deformation of spinal ... 03/09/06 - 20060052874 - Prostheses for spine discs having fusion capability The present invention provides both a device and a method. The device is a human made replacement for the soft discs in the spine. A fabric pouch encloses a central hydraulic element made up of small soft beads. Two pouches with beads are implanted into a prepared disc space to ... 03/09/06 - 20060052873 - Implant for surgical use in humans or vertebrates A process for the production of an implant and to an implant for surgical use in humans or vertebrates, in particular for the replacement, for the partial replacement or for the strengthening of a damaged intervertebral disk or for the replacement, for the partial replacement or for the strengthening of ... 03/02/06 - 20060047342 - Haptic apparatus A haptic apparatus may include a plate element positionable to extend over an anatomical segment of a user, and an elongate member coupled to the plate element and configured to be movably mounted onto the anatomical segment so as to remain substantially vertical and substantially perpendicular to the anatomical segment ... 02/23/06 - 20060041314 - Artificial disc prosthesis An intervertebral disc having a first end plate, a second end plate and a core. The first end plate including a top surface and a bottom spherical surface. The second end plate having a lower surface and an upper surface, the upper surface including at least one protrusion having a ... 02/02/06 - 20060025864 - Spinal disc prosthesis and methods The present invention provides novel spinal disc prosthesis comprising two solid compressible cylinders and methods. A method of the invention for placing the solid compressible cylinders between adjacent spinal vertebrae comprises the steps of forming an enlarged partially circular space from the back and to one side of the space ... 02/02/06 - 20060025863 - Spinal disc prosthesis and methods The present invention provides novel spinal disc prosthesis comprising two solid compressible cylinders and methods. A method of the invention for placing the solid compressible cylinders between adjacent spinal vertebrae comprises the steps of forming an enlarged partially circular space from the back and to one side of the space ... 01/12/06 - 20060009851 - Percutaneous methods for injecting a curable biomaterial into an intervertebral space A method for treating a spinal disc having an outer relatively intact annulus defining a disc space and an inner defective nucleus pulposus within the disc space, comprises the steps of: determining the integrity of the annulus by subjecting the annulus to a first pressure applied internally of the annulus; ... 01/05/06 - 20060004458 - 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 intradiscal space; and (c) sealably introducing ... 01/05/06 - 20060004457 - Methods for injecting a curable biomaterial into an intervertebral space A method for treating a diseased or damaged spinal disc having an inner nucleus pulposus and an outer annulus is provided comprises the steps of: providing access to the nucleus pulposus through the annulus; removing at least a portion of the nucleus pulposus to create an intradiscal space; determining the ... 01/05/06 - 20060004456 - Intervertebral disc treatment devices and methods Intervertebral disc treatment devices and methods are provided. An intervertebral disc treatment device includes a fibrous body sized for introduction into a disc cavity of a damaged disc wherein the body incorporates an effective amount of a tissue growth factor. Intervertebral disc treatment apparatuses are also described that include such ... 12/29/05 - 20050288789 - Spinal disc nucleus pulposus implant A prosthetic spinal disc nucleus pulposus formed from a hydrogel formed by crosslinking a macromer having a polymeric backbone comprising units with a 1,2-diol or 1,3-diol structure and at least two pendant chains bearing crosslinkable groups and an amphiphilic comonomer. ... 12/22/05 - 20050283248 - Expandable intervertebral implant with spacer An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with ... 12/22/05 - 20050283247 - Expandable articulating intervertebral implant with limited articulation An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with ... 12/22/05 - 20050283246 - Method and apparatus for the treatment of the intervertebral disc annulus The present invention provides methods and devices for treating the annulus of an intervertebral disc. The methods and devices can employ an expandable treatment device which is deployed at least partially in the subannular space. Fixation devices and methods are also disclosed, which help to secure the treatment device in ... 12/15/05 - 20050278029 - Intervertebral disc nucleus implants and methods Nucleus pulposus implants that are resistant to migration in and/or expulsion from an intervertebral disc space are provided. In one form of the invention, an implant includes a load bearing elastic body surrounded in the disc space by an anchoring, preferably resorbable, outer shell. In certain forms of the invention, ... 12/08/05 - 20050273175 - Expandable articulating intervertebral implant An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with ... 12/08/05 - 20050273174 - Expandable articulating intervertebral implant with spacer An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with ... 12/08/05 - 20050273173 - Expandable articulating intervertebral implant with cam An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with ... 12/08/05 - 20050273172 - Artificial disc and uses therefor Disclosed are prosthetic devices for insertion into intervertebral disc spaces after the removal of an intervertebral disc. ... 12/01/05 - 20050267583 - Radiovisible hydrogel intervertebral disc nucleus A spinal implant for replacing the natural nucleus of the disc made from a polymer such as hydrogel having a radiopaque material located within the polymer. The material may be in the form of a powder dispersed throughout the polymer or may be in he form of a powder dispersed ... 11/24/05 - 20050261774 - System and method for blocking and/or retaining a prosthetic spinal implant Devices for anchoring and/or blocking spinal implants in an intervertebral disc space are disclosed. In one aspect of the invention the device includes a rigid blocking member having one end unconnected and free to block a spinal implant, and another end attached to a securing member to secure the blocking ... 11/24/05 - 20050261773 - Lateral-approach artificial disc replacements Artificial disc replacements (ADRS) are configured for implantation using a lateral, anterior-lateral, or posterior-lateral approach. A first component having a first segment resides in the disc space for articulation purposes, with a second segment adapted for fixation to the lateral outer surface of one of the vertebral bodies. A second ... 11/17/05 - 20050256582 - Spinal implants, including devices that reduce pressure on the annulus fibrosis The invention broadly facilitates reconstruction of the Annulus Fibrosus (AF) or the AF and the Nucleus Pulposus (NP). Such Reconstruction prevents recurrent herniation following Microlumbar Discectomy (MLD) other procedures. The invention may also be used in the treatment of herniated discs, annular tears of the disc, or disc degeneration, while ... 11/17/05 - 20050256581 - Artificial disc device Artificial disc devices are disclosed that restore correct anatomical intervertebral spacing for damaged discs while maintaining a substantially normal range of biomechanical movement for the vertebrae between which they are implanted. The disc devices include center bearing and outer or annular bearing portions with the center bearing portion including generally ... 11/17/05 - 20050256580 - Artificial intervertebral disc Artificial intervertebral disc, comprising a nucleus of flexible material with the shape of a flattened body, with a lower and an upper side connected by a lateral surface, having a rounded-preferably circular or ellipsoid-shape, around which at least substantially radially oriented windings of a traction-resistant fibre have been applied. The ... 10/20/05 - 20050234557 - Stabilized intervertebral disc barrier Presented are new resilient sheet-like surgical meshes that may be compressed for minimally invasive delivery in the intervertebral discs. According to one or more embodiments, the surgical mesh can be robust, fatigue resistant, stable and capable of withstanding the dynamic environment generic to intervertebral discs. ... 10/06/05 - 20050222684 - Disc augmentation using materials that expand in situ A method of augmenting a nucleus pulposus within an annulus fibrosis. A material having a relatively thin, elongated first state is inserted through the annulus, after which it expands or otherwise assumes a shape that is more rounded when implanted. In the preferred embodiment, for introduction the material is relatively ... 09/29/05 - 20050216089 - Arcuate interbody spinal fusion implant having a reduced width and an anatomically conformed trailing end An interbody spinal fusion implant adapted for placement at least in part across an intervertebral space formed across a disc space between two adjacent vertebral bodies and for penetrating engagement into each of those vertebral bodies, the implant having a trailing end adapted to sit upon and not protrude from ... 09/29/05 - 20050216088 - Bone blocks and methods for inserting bone blocks into intervertebral spaces A bone block for insertion into a patient's intervertebral space. A method for inserting a bone block into a patient's intervertebral space, comprising: supporting the bone block in an inserter; advancing the inserter into the intervertebral space; rotating the inserter, thereby separating adjacent vertebrae; separating the bone block and the ... 09/29/05 - 20050216087 - Disk repair structures for positioning disk repair material The present invention is directed to a device that can be placed between two adjacent vertebrae, and that is used to repair an injury or defect in the anulus of the intervertebral disk. The implant is characterized by having a flexible structure anchored to the vertebral bone, the flexible structure ... 09/22/05 - 20050209699 - Method for nonsurgical treatment of the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral disc using genipin or proanthrocyanidin, and kit therefor This invention relates to a method and compositions for treating pathological intervertebral discs comprising the step of delivering an agent selected from the group consisting of genipin and proanthrocyanidin that causes chemical crosslinking of the native molecular components of the nucleus pulposus of the disc. Supplemental materials which are susceptible ... 09/08/05 - 20050197707 - Collagen-based materials and methods for augmenting intervertebral discs A method of augmenting an intervertebral disc by injecting particles of collagen-based material into the disc. The particles may be dehydrated before implantation, and rehydrated after implantation, or they may be implanted in a “wet” state—such as a slurry or gel. Radiocontrast materials may be included to enhance imaging of ... 08/04/05 - 20050171611 - Hydrogel-based prosthetic device for replacing at least a part of the nucleus of a spinal disc The present invention is a prosthetic for replacement of at least a part of the nucleus of a intravertebral disc. The prosthetic device is composed of at least two essentially parallel soft layers of an elastically deformable hydrogel and at least one rigid layer, the rigid layer having less compressibility ... 07/28/05 - 20050165489 - Frusto-conical spinal implant The present invention is directed to a variety of interbody spinal fusion implants having at least a partially frusto-conical configuration. The spinal fusion implants of the present invention may be relatively solid or hollow and may have surface roughenings to promote bone ingrowth and stability. The spinal fusion implants of ... 07/28/05 - 20050165488 - Medical implants and anti-scarring agents Implants are used in combination with an anti-scarring agent in order to inhibit scarring that may otherwise occur when the implant is placed within an animal. The agent may be any suitable anti-scarring agent, e.g., a cell cycle inhibitor, and may be used in conjunction with a second pharmaceutical agent, ... 07/21/05 - 20050159819 - Adjustable drill guide An intervertebral disc space preparation guide comprises a first member and a second member. The first member includes a first spacer portion adapted for insertion in an intervertebral disc space and a first cutting block portion through which a first bore extends. The second member includes a second spacer portion ... 07/14/05 - 20050154468 - Artificial intervertebral disc The instant invention proposes an artificial intervertebral disc providing for angular displacements between adjacent vertebrae wherein these displacements are accommodated by internal shear in an elastomeric layered element residing between the upper and lower bases attached, respectively, to the upper and lower adjacent vertebrae, without sliding. ... 07/14/05 - 20050154467 - Interconnected spinal device and method An artificial spinal joint for creating at least a portion of a coupling between a superior vertebra and an inferior vertebra comprises an inferior arthroplasty half. The inferior arthroplasty half comprises an inferior articulating component for placement in an intervertebral disc space between the superior and inferior vertebrae, a first ... 07/14/05 - 20050154466 - Posterior spinal device and method An artificial spinal joint for creating at least a portion of a coupling between a superior vertebra and an inferior vertebra comprises a first joint half comprising a first intervertebral articulating assembly, a first rostral connection assembly, and a first caudal connection assembly. The joint further comprises a second joint ... 07/14/05 - 20050154465 - Split spinal device and method An artificial spinal joint for creating at least a portion of a coupling between a superior vertebra and an inferior vertebra is disclosed. The artificial spinal joint comprises a first arthroplasty half comprising a first articulating joint replacement component for placement in an intervertebral disc space between the superior and ... 07/14/05 - 20050154464 - Support structure device and method An artificial vertebral joint is interposed between a superior vertebra and an inferior vertebra. The artificial vertebral joint comprises a rostral joint component having a first surface adapted for engagement with an endplate of the superior vertebra, a first anterior articulation surface, and a support tab adapted for extending from ... 07/14/05 - 20050154463 - Spinal nucleus replacement implants and methods Improved nucleus pulposus implants are provided to better accommodate the disc nucleus space, to provide a modified compressive modulus, to facilitate positioning, to enhance fixation, and to facilitate effective implantation and use. Some implants have sloped upper and/or lower surfaces to provide a “wedge-shaped” implant, while other implants have circumferential ... 07/07/05 - 20050149197 - Spinal disc annulus repair device A stent, or device for repair and reconstruction of the spinal disc wall, or annulus fibrosus, after surgical incision or pathologic rupture, which is inserted through an aperture into the subannular space. The stent has radial extensions which are caused or allowed to expand into an expanded configuration to bridge ... 06/30/05 - 20050143827 - Expandable intervertebral spacer An expandable spacer, comprising: an axial tube having a surface, a proximal end and a distal end and a length, wherein, said surface defines a plurality of slits, said plurality of slits defining at least two axially displaced extensions, such that when said tube is axially compressed, said extensions extend ... 06/30/05 - 20050143826 - Disk repair structures with anchors The present invention is directed to a device that is used to repair an injury or defect in the anulus of the intervertebral disk. The implant is characterized by having a flexible structure that is anchored to the vertebral bone. The flexible structure is connected with a patch that the ... 06/30/05 - 20050143825 - Intervertebral prosthesis An expandable intervertebral prosthesis includes a bone graft implant member dimensioned for insertion within an intervertebral space defined between adjacent vertebrae, thereafter adapted to vertically elevate and expand a plurality of barbs into the surrounding bone. The expandable intervertebral prosthesis has a tubular outer body portion having an axial bore ... 06/30/05 - 20050143824 - Artificial intervertebral disc An artificial intervertebral disc comprising at least two individual disc units that create a single center of rotation within an intervertebral space. An artificial intervertebral disc including housing members including spaced inner surfaces facing each other and oppositely facing outer surfaces for engaging spaced apart intervertebral surfaces; self-adjusting bearing mechanisms ... 06/30/05 - 20050143823 - Dynamic spinal stabilization system A dynamic stabilization construct for implantation within the spine comprises bone anchors that include a flexible portion between the bone engaging and head portions of the anchor. The head portion is configured to mate with different types of stabilization elements adapted to span between spinal motion segments. The engagement portion ... 06/30/05 - 20050143822 - Spinal fusion implant The present invention relates to spacers that are configured to promote fusion. Windows or openings in the sidewalls of the fusion spacers may be provided to allow a physician to view the treated area to confirm that fusion has occurred or to check on the progress of treatment. Fusion spacers ... 06/09/05 - 20050125066 - Nucleus replacement securing device and method There is disclosed systems and methods for spinal nucleus replacement by constructing channels through vertebral segments on either side of an area into which the spinal nucleus is to be positioned, the channels running from a channel end outside of the area to a channel end abutting the area. One ... 06/02/05 - 20050119754 - Compositions and methods for treating intervertebral discs with collagen-based materials A method of augmenting an intervertebral disc nucleus by injecting or otherwise adding to a disc nucleus a plurality of particles of natural, collagen-rich tissue. The mean particle size of the pieces of natural, collagen-rich tissue may be between 0.25 mm and 1.0 mm. The particles may be dehydrated before ... 06/02/05 - 20050119753 - Anterior impacted bone graft and driver instruments Instrument and implants are disclosed which provide for insertion of an implant into an intervertebral disc space from multiple approaches to the spine. Specifically, as a preferred aspect of the invention the implant includes a tapered portion and the implant may be inserted from multiple approaches to the spine with ... 06/02/05 - 20050119752 - Artificial intervertebral disc Devices and methods for manufacturing devices for treating degenerated and/or traumatized intervertebral discs are disclosed. Artificial discs and components of discs may include an artificial nucleus and/or an artificial annulus and may be comprised of shape memory materials synthesized to achieve desired mechanical and physical properties. An artificial nucleus and/or ... 06/02/05 - 20050119751 - Intervertebral bone fusion device A surgical spine implant comprises a solid wedge shape device body is such that said polygonal shape with decreased height posterior and several surfaces that contours to the anatomy of the spine intervertebral space without complex machining across radiuses. The diminished height posteriorly provides for the angulations necessary to accommodate ... 06/02/05 - 20050119750 - Intervertebral prosthesis or nucleus replacement prosthesis An intervertebral disk prosthesis or nuclear prosthesis (1) includes a longitudinal, flexibility-yielding object (2) that can be spiral-wound (2), with a first exterior end (3), a second interior end (4) and a longitudinal central axis (5). The cross-section (10) of the object (2), which is orthogonal towards the central axis ... ### FreshPatents.com Support |