Methods and apparatus for immobilizing a synovial joint, such as a sacroiliac (SI) joint are
disclosed. In one form, a multipiece fixation device, such as a dowel, includes multiple …

The distal bone screw segment of a bone screw system is driven into bone. In a first state,
the assembly permits relative motion between its component parts in order to facilitate the …

In accordance with one aspect, a spinal implant for fusing vertebral bones is provided that
includes a monolithic body for being inserted between bones. The body has a through …

A sacral fixation implant can include at least one implant segment, a guide wire, and at least
one locking member that is configured to fix the implant segment to the guide wire. The …

Sacral fixation implants can include first and second implant segments. One of the first and
second implant segments is received in the other of the first and second implant segments …

BACKGROUND Specialized fasteners for Surgical (eg, medical) applica tions are known in
the art. In typical Surgical applications, these specialized fasteners (eg, Screws) are …

Methods and apparatus for providing correction of one or more maladies or conditions of the
spinal column of a living being. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an implantable …

(57) ABSTRACT A facet joint replacement system includes an inferior implant with an inferior
articular Surface, a Superior implant with a Superior articular Surface, and an optional …

The present invention relates to a system, method, device and kit which utilize a modular
pedicle screw implant that does not require the use of a guide wire for implantation and can …

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