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  • Bioresorbable interspinous process implant for use with intervertebral disk remediation or replacement implants and procedures
    Patent number: 7481839
    Abstract: A device for implantation between interspinous processes made of bioresorbable materials is described. The implant has a spacer that can be placed between adjacent spinous processes to limit the movement of the vertebrae. Once inserted between interspinous processes, the implant acts to limit extension (backward bending) of the spine without inhibiting the flexion (forward bending) of the spinal column. The device is used as an adjunct to repair or regeneration of an intervertebral disk.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2009
    Assignee: Kyphon SARL
    Inventors: James F. Zucherman, Ken Y. Hsu