Method of insertion of an expandable intervertebral implant

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8257440
APP PUB NO 20050283244A1
SERIAL NO

11134091

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A method of inserting an intervertebral implant between vertebrae in a human spine includes positioning the intervertebral implant in a closed configuration between the vertebrae. After positioning the intervertebral implant, the intervertebral implant is activated to increase a height of the intervertebral implant. After activation, at least a portion of the increased height of the intervertebral implant is maintained.

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  • FLEXUSPINE, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Gordon, Charles R Tyler, US 62 6885
Hanson, Heather S San Antonio, US 28 6460
Harbold, Corey T Tyler, US 23 6313

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