Abstract: An integral dual rod spinal construct for immobilizing and stabilizing vertebral bodies of the spine is described.

Abstract: An integral dual rod spinal construct for immobilizing and stabilizing vertebral bodies of the spine is described.

Abstract: An integral dual rod spinal construct for immobilizing and stabilizing vertebral bodies of the spine is described.

Abstract: An integral dual rod spinal construct for immobilizing and stabilizing vertebral bodies of the spine is described.

Abstract: An integral dual rod spinal construct for immobilizing and stabilizing vertebral bodies of the spine is described.

Abstract: A pelvic obliquity correction instrument and methods of use are provided. The pelvic obliquity correction instrument includes a first engagement arm for engaging a portion of a spinal fixation system where the first engagement arm is adjustably coupled to a handle assembly. The pelvic obliquity correction instrument also includes a second engagement arm for engaging a second portion of the spinal fixation system. A surgeon exerts force on a first grip at a first end of the handle assembly and a second grip at a second end of the handle assembly to reposition a patient's pelvic bone. The pelvic obliquity correction instrument may provide a surgeon with greater precision, control and torque when rotating a patient's pelvic bone with respect to a superior portion of the patient's spine.

Abstract: Various methods and devices are provided for facilitating movement of a spinal connector to allow for coupling of the connector to spinal fixation elements and anchors. In one exemplary embodiment, a spinal connector is provided having a receiver head with opposed sidewalls defining a seating portion configured to seat a spinal fixation element. The spinal connector also includes a connecting rod extending from one of the sidewalls of the receiver head and having a first end coupled to the receiver head and a second end configured to couple to a spinal anchor.

Abstract: Implantable devices and methods for correcting spinal deformities or degeneration are disclosed. The devices and methods have particular application in the spinopelvic region and on the sacrum or ilium. In one embodiment, a cross connector is provided and can include a cross member with a connector head slidably disposed thereon. The cross member can be adapted for attachment to one or more anchoring elements, and the sliding connector head can include a first receiving portion defined by an opening through the connector head for receiving the cross member, and a second receiving portion defined by a recess between first and second opposed arms for receiving a spinal fixation element, such as a spinal rod. A guide channel can optionally be provided on the cross member for guiding the movement of the sliding connector head.

Abstract: An instrument for manipulating a spinal fixation element relative to a bone anchor includes a bone anchor grasping mechanism, a first adjustment mechanism, and a second adjustment mechanism. The bone anchor grasping mechanism includes a first arm having a distal end configured to engage an opening provided in the bone anchor. The first adjustment mechanism includes a second arm pivotally connected to the first arm. The second arm has a distal end configured to engage an opening provided in the bone anchor and is operable to adjust a spinal fixation element in a first direction upon pivoting relative to the first arm. The second adjustment mechanism is coupled to the bone anchor grasping mechanism or the first adjustment mechanism and is movable relative to the bone anchor grasping mechanism to adjust the spinal fixation element in a second direction, perpendicular to the first direction, relative to the bone anchor.