Patent ID: 9101410
Filing Date: 2015-08-11
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
1. A device for promoting arthrodesis of a facet joint, wherein the facet joint comprises superior and inferior articular processes, the device comprising an encircling device, the encircling device including a wall defining a facet joint receiving bore such that at least part of the wall of the encircling device is adapted to extend at least partially around the superior and inferior articular processes defined by a facet capsule of the facet joint, wherein the encircling device has a top and where the device further comprises a top cap that is adapted to fit at least one of within, around or over the top of the encircling device, wherein the top cap includes a top and a top cap fixation device to facilitate affixation of the top cap to the facet, the top of the top cap includes a planar surface, at least one protruding member slidable along the planar surface and extending one of inwardly or outwardly for engaging the encircling device, the protruding member being resiliently biased.