Provided is a novel rod reducing device for use in spinal fixation procedures.The device is capable with a single action of securely grasping the head of a bonescrew while reducing a connecting rod into the head of the bone screw and whilein position on the bone screw provide a cannula access for a bone screw lockingcap and tightening instrument and securing the bone screw during the tighteningof the locking cap so as to provide an anti-torque effect. The device is also capableof releasing from the bone screw with a reversal of the single action used to activatethe device. A method of using the device and a kit wherein the device is one componentis also provided.
