Patent ID: 8007518
Filing Date: 2011-08-30
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A flexible element adapted to use in a spinal stabilization system, the flexible element comprising: a cylindrical body having a longitudinal axis, a proximal end and a distal end; the cylindrical body comprising a bore aligned with the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical body; an elongated post received in the bore; the elongated post having at a first end a retainer which pivotally mounts the elongated post to the distal end of the cylindrical body; the elongated post having at a second end a mount which extends from the bore at the proximal end of the cylindrical body; a compliant sleeve positioned within the bore between the elongated post and the cylindrical body such that the elongated post is compliantly aligned with the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical body; and a fastener associated with the cylindrical body adapted to selectively secure the cylindrical body to a bone anchor.