Methods and device for dynamic stabilization
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May 24, 2007
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Nov 18, 2005
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Nov 18, 2005
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A method of stabilizing a motion segment of the spine. A posterior incision is formed lateral to a spinous process of the spine. A length and width of the incision is stretched. A portal having a sleeve portion defining an open inner area is inserted into the incision. The pedicles are exposed through the inner area of the portal. Bone-engaging members are attached to adjacent pedicles with a gap therebetween. A cord is attached to a first of the bone-engaging members. A spacer is advanced over the cord into the gap between the bone-engaging members. The cord is tensioned and attached to the other of the bone-engaging members.
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