Abstract
An artificial functional spinal unit including an expandable intervertebral implant that can be inserted via a posterior surgical approach and used with one or more facet replacement devices to provide an anatomically correct range of motion is described. Lordotic and non-lordotic expandable, articulating implants and cages are described, along with embodiments of facet replacement devices and instruments for insertion. Methods of insertion are also described.
Patent Number
9,579,124
Date Of Issue
Inventors
Charles R. Gordon; Corey T. Harbold; Heather S. Hanson