Hai H. Trieu,Carlos Gil,Rodney Ballard,Julien Prevost
申请号：
US12394363
公开号：
US08118840B2
申请日:
2009.02.27
申请国别(地区):
US
年份:
2012
代理人:
摘要：
A vertebral rod includes a first elongated section, a second elongated section and an intermediate section disposed between the first section and the second section. The intermediate section has an inner surface and opposing end portions that define an open portion. A removable element extends from one of the first, second or intermediate sections and is disposable adjacent the opposing end portions. The element is configured to prevent engagement of the opposing end portions. A resistance member is configured for disposal with the intermediate section and engaging at least a portion of the inner surface. A method of manufacture is also disclosed.
