Interspinous segmental spine fixation device

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5496318
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08108974

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A spinal fixation device and method for the stabilization of the spine after surgical procedures such as those related to degenerative disc diseases are described. The device comprises a spacer, which is placed between adjacent vertebrae when installed and a locking mechanism attached to the spacer. The locking mechanism attaches the device to the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae of the spine in a manner which is non-invasive with respect to the vertebrae to which it is attached.

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ENCORE MEDICAL ASSET CORPORATION701 NORTH GREEN VALLEY PARKWAY SUITE 209 HENDERSON NV 89074

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Howland, Robert S Seal Beach, CA 21 5295
Pettine, Kenneth Fort Collins, CO 1 909
Salib, Richard M Excelsior, MN 4 3564

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