Abstract: A delivery system includes a first instrument having an outer sleeve defining a passageway. The first instrument includes an inner sleeve having a first end disposed in the passageway and a second end including a first mating element. The inner sleeve defines a channel. A second instrument includes a hollow shaft disposed in the channel and a handle coupled to the shaft. The handle includes a body and a second mating element extending from the body. The second mating element is configured to engage the first mating element to secure the second instrument to the first instrument. Methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A delivery system includes a first instrument having an outer sleeve defining a passageway. The first instrument includes an inner sleeve having a first end disposed in the passageway and a second end including a first mating element. The inner sleeve defines a channel. A second instrument includes a hollow shaft disposed in the channel and a handle coupled to the shaft. The handle includes a body and a second mating element extending from the body. The second mating element is configured to engage the first mating element to secure the second instrument to the first instrument. Methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A delivery system includes a first instrument having an outer sleeve defining a passageway. The first instrument includes an inner sleeve having a first end disposed in the passageway and a second end including a first mating element. The inner sleeve defines a channel. A second instrument includes a hollow shaft disposed in the channel and a handle coupled to the shaft. The handle includes a body and a second mating element extending from the body. The second mating element is configured to engage the first mating element to secure the second instrument to the first instrument. Methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A delivery system includes a first instrument having an outer sleeve defining a passageway. The first instrument includes an inner sleeve having a first end disposed in the passageway and a second end including a first mating element. The inner sleeve defines a channel. A second instrument includes a hollow shaft disposed in the channel and a handle coupled to the shaft. The handle includes a body and a second mating element extending from the body. The second mating element is configured to engage the first mating element to secure the second instrument to the first instrument. Methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A variable stator vane for a compressor guide vane is provided. The vane includes a blade and a pivot. The pivot includes an internal pivot element and a pivot cap. The blade and the internal pivot element are each made from a composite material. At least one contact surface of the pivot cap is metallic.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a variable stator vane for a compressor guide vane, the vane (10) comprising a blade (50) and at least one pivot (20; 21), the pivot (20; 21) comprising a internal pivot element (40a, 40b; 41a, 41b) and a pivot cap (30; 31), the blade (50) and the internal pivot element (40a, 40b; 41a, 41b) each being made from a composite material, at least one contact surface (36, 39) of the pivot cap (30; 31) being metallic.

Abstract: A spinal implant includes a first member having a wall that defines an axial cavity. A second member extends between a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. The second member is configured for disposal with the axial cavity and translation relative to the first member. A third member has an outer surface engageable with tissue and an inner surface disposed to dynamically engage the first end in response to the engagement of the outer surface with the tissue. Systems and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A vertebral rod comprises an elongated first section and an elongated second section. A flexible intermediate section is disposed between the first section and the second section. The intermediate section has an interior surface defining a cavity having an open end. A resistance member is disposed to occupy the entire cavity of the intermediate section. The resistance member includes an outer surface such that the entire interior surface engages the outer surface during movement of the intermediate section. Methods of use are disclosed.

Abstract: A vertebral rod comprises a first elongated rod portion and a second elongated rod portion. A flexible intermediate portion is disposed between the first rod portion and the second rod portion. The intermediate portion includes a wall defining at least one cavity through a surface of the wall. The at least one cavity includes a first cavity portion disposed in a first plane and a second cavity portion disposed in a second plane transverse to the first plane. The at least one cavity defines a first tab having a free end. Methods of use are disclosed.

Abstract: A spinal rod template has a rod and a plurality of size identifiers. The rod has a first end separated by a length from a second end. The first end may be shaped generally like a spinal rod and configured to be received within a first bone anchor assembly. The size identifiers are oriented along the length of the rod at the second end of the rod. Each of the plurality of size identifiers identifies a specific length for a spinal rod implant. The second end of the rod is configured to be received in a second bone anchor assembly such that the plurality of size identifiers specify specific length for a spinal rod implant based upon the relationship of the second bone anchor assembly to the plurality of size identifiers.

Abstract: A vertebral rod includes a first elongated section, a second elongated section and an intermediate section disposed between the first section and the second section. The intermediate section has an inner surface and opposing end portions that define an open portion. A removable element extends from one of the first, second or intermediate sections and is disposable adjacent the opposing end portions. The element is configured to prevent engagement of the opposing end portions. A resistance member is configured for disposal with the intermediate section and engaging at least a portion of the inner surface. A method of manufacture is also disclosed.

Abstract: Embodiments of a handle for use in a surgical tool that uses electricity is disclosed. In one embodiment, the handle is autoclaveable and reusable, and includes connections between an electrical cable (e.g. for providing electrical energy and/or transmitting electrical signals) and an operating end of the tool. An insert member having arms for stripping wire or cable electrically connects the cable and the operating end of the tool, and a set screw may be provided to hold the cable in place. A clip member may also be provided to hold the handle to the rest of the tool. Method for using and assembling handle embodiments are also described.