METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REPLACING THE FUNCTION OF FACET JOINTS

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12470556

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A system and method is provided for replacing the functions of a facet joint between a superior vertebra and an inferior vertebra without necessarily requiring an anatomical implant. The method includes: providing one or more flexible posterior devices to replace main functions of the facet joint; and adapting a first one of the one or more posterior devices for a first attachment to a first pedicle, and a second attachment to a second pedicle.

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WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC INCWARSAW IN 46582

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Justis, Jeff Germantown , US 10 1634
Molz,, IV Fred J Birmingham , US 47 1623
Sherman, Michael C Memphis , US 145 33586

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