Device and method for implantation that restores physiologic range of motion by establishing an adjustable constrained motion of the spine without intrusion of associated facet joints
Disclosed in this specification are device and method that provides for adjustable, constrained motion of a spinal motion segment that is affected by degenerative disease, microinstability and the like. The device has first and second diagonal connectors, the leading ends of which are disposed within first and second fluid chambers of a housing unit. A liner is provided in the fluid chambers which are accessible through access ports into the housing unit.