Patents Examined by Robert W. Amareld, Jr.
  • Artificial facet joint and method
    Patent number: 7083622
    Abstract: An artificial facet joint includes a spinal implant rod and a connector. The connector includes a screw and a rod connecting member having structure for engagement of the rod. The rod connecting member is pivotally engaged to the screw. The rod may also be held slideably within the connector enabling the rod to be moved relative to the connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Inventor: Peter M. Simonson