Embodiments of a system and method for insertion and extraction of a sensor assembly are generally described herein. A system can include an insertion tool comprising: a grip portion including a locking slot, and an extension portion extending distally from the grip portion to a distal end of the insertion tool. The system can include a sensor assembly detachably coupled to the distal end of the extension portion, the sensor assembly including a head portion and an anchoring portion, the anchoring portion configured to attach to a bone and a cable running through the extension portion and attached to the sensor assembly, wherein the cable is secured to the grip portion of the insertion tool at the locking slot, wherein the grip portion and the extension portion are configured to be detached from the sensor assembly and the cable after the sensor assembly is attached to the bone.
