Apparatus and method of inserting spinal implants

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5484437
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08074781

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Apparatus and a method of inserting spinal implants is disclosed in which an intervertebral space is first distracted, a hollow sleeve having teeth at one end is then driven into the vertebrae adjacent that disc space. A drill is then passed through the hollow sleeve removing disc and bone in preparation for receiving the spinal implant which is then inserted through the sleeve.

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  • WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Michelson, Gary K 438 Sherman Canal, Venice, CA 90291 247 45738

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