Patent ID: 7785352
Filing Date: 2010-08-31
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A spinal fixation system comprising a plurality of fixation members connected by a support element, wherein each fixation member comprises an attachment member, a connector base slideably attached thereto, a tension strap and a capture member, wherein the attachment member comprises attachment means for attachment to a vertebra and a docking member for slidable attachment to the connector base; wherein the connector base comprises means for slidable attachment to the docking member, a body, a ball-shaped member, and a channel disposed between the ball-shaped member and the body, wherein the tension strap passes through the channel and around the ball-shaped member and has upper sections that extend beyond the ball-shaped member for attachment to the capture member, wherein the capture member comprises a body having a lower surface and an upper surface, the body having a first set of holes there through for receiving the tension strap and a second hole containing a locking member.