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Device and method for correcting a spinal deformity

  • US 20060036246A1
  • Filed: 08/03/2005
  • Published: 02/16/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/03/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A spinal implant for correcting a spinal deformity comprising:

  • a implant comprising a multipoint connector configured to connect to at least one vertebra of a spine at a plurality of locations; and

    a force directing device configured to apply a force to the at least one vertebra through said multipoint connector wherein the force directing device comprises a rod extending generally along an axis of the spine and a force directing member adjustably coupled to the rod and to the multipoint connector wherein the force directing member applies a corrective force to the at least one vertebra, and wherein the force directing device is adjustable.

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