Patents Assigned to Providence Medical Techonlogy, Inc.
  • Methods and apparatus for accessing and treating the facet joint
    Patent number: 9005288
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for accessing and treating the interior of the facet joint for vertebral distraction and immobilization. The systems include a number of tools that facilitate access to the facet joint, distraction of the articulating decortication of the articulating surfaces, and delivery of implants and agents into the facet joint for fusion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Assignee: Providence Medical Techonlogy, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. McCormack, Nathan Maier