Patents Examined by O. Willse
  • Patent number: 5236460
    Abstract: A vertebral prosthesis locates between vertebral bodies of a human body. The prosthesis has tubular inner and outer bodies that telescope relative to each other. Each body has a platform on its end. The platform secures to adjacent vertebral bodies. Sharp pins on the platform pierce the vertebral bodies to stabilize the prosthesis. A bracket slides laterally and secures by screws to sides of the vertebral bodies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1993
    Assignee: Midas Rex Pneumatic Tools, Inc.
    Inventor: Forest C. Barber