Patent ID: 6019762
Filing Date: 2000-02-01
Classification: A61B,A61F

Abstract:
An adjustable length fixation device, comprising:an elongated shaft having a longitudinal axis; anda head defining an internal channel extending therethrough, said channel having a movable portion movable between a first position and a second position, with said movable portion in said first position, said channel defining a first configuration adapted to slidingly receive at least a portion of said elongated shaft and allow sliding longitudinal movement of said head along said shaft, and with said movable portion in said second position, said channel defining a second configuration adapted to prevent sliding movement of said head in relation to said shaft, wherein said head further includes an outer surface having a proximal end and a distal end, said distal end having a tapered surface configured for projecting into a bone opening, said outer surface further defining a bone engaging surface to inhibit longitudinal movement of said head in relation to the bone.