Methods and apparatus for accessing and treating the facet joint

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9005288
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12350609

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Methods and systems are disclosed for accessing and treating the interior of the facet joint for vertebral distraction and immobilization. The systems include a number of tools that facilitate access to the facet joint, distraction of the articulating decortication of the articulating surfaces, and delivery of implants and agents into the facet joint for fusion.

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PROVIDENCE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY INC4234 HACIENDA DR STE 150 PLEASANTON CA 94588

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Maier, Nathan Hayward, US 5 337
McCormack, Bruce M San Francisco, US 85 4603

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