Patent ID: 8043339
Filing Date: 2011-10-25
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A spinal stabilization system for use in stabilizing a spinal column comprising: a first anchor member configured to be secured to a first vertebra; a second anchor member configured to be secured to a second vertebra; a flexible member securable between the first anchor and the second anchor, the flexible member including an inner elastomeric member and an outer fabric layer situated securely around the inner elastomeric member, the outer fabric layer formed of a plurality of interwoven filaments, the inner elastomeric member and the outer fabric layer having a common lengthwise axis and defining a body including opposing first and second ends, with each opposing end configured for cooperation with an anchor member, the inner elastomeric member further having a first elasticity to provide the flexible member with a desired flexibility and having tensile properties to allow for flexion of the flexible member; and an outer covering defining an outer elastomeric member situated securely around the outer fabric layer with the inner elastomeric member, the outer fabric layer, and the outer elastomeric member having the common lengthwise axis and defining the body including the opposing first and second ends, the outer elastomeric member having a second elasticity that is less than the first elasticity.