Abstract: Methods for identifying subjects who could benefit therapeutically from administration of a high specificity cytokine inhibitor are provided. Subjects that are identified include those that are eligible, based on pre-determined criteria, for a spinal device or fusion procedure, such as the implantation of a nucleus replacement device, an annular repair device, or a fusion device. Methods of preventing such procedures or improving the outcome of such procedures are also provided, and include administering a TAT to the subject by any route or regimen of administration, including the regimens described herein.

Abstract: Methods and materials are provided for induction-maintenance regimens of targeted anti-inflammatory therapies (TATs) for treatment of a variety of diseases and disorders. Preferred embodiments include administration of one or more TATs using an induction regimen comprising a lower dose per administration administered by a more invasive and/or more localized route, followed by administration of one or more TATS using a maintenance regimen, comprising a higher dose per administration administered by a less invasive and/or less localized route.

Abstract: Methods for identifying subjects who could benefit therapeutically from administration of a targeted anti-inflammatory therapy (TAT) are provided. Subjects that are identified include those that are eligible, based on pre-determined criteria, for a spinal surgery procedure, such as a laminectomy or diskectomy. Methods of preventing such procedures or improving the outcome of such procedures are also provided, and include administering a TAT to the subject by any route or regimen of administration, including both known and novel regimens described herein.

Abstract: A method of covering a wood deck by premolding a fiberglass covering at a remote site and then bonding the premolded fiberglass covering to the wood deck using a flexible exterior mastic bonding agent. A premolded fiberglass covering including a laminated, seamless, premolded fiberglass covering having a decorative upper surface. A combination fiberglass-covered deck and seamless premolded fiberglass covering of gel coat, fiberglass, and cured resin with a flexible bonding material joining the covering to the wood deck.