US20060095133A1 - Intervertebral prosthetic joint - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates generally to the field of spinal implants, and more particularly relates to an intervertebral prosthetic joint for use in the total or partial replacement of a natural intervertebral disc.
- the two adjacent vertebrae are fused together using transplanted bone tissue, an artificial fusion component, or other compositions or devices.
- Spinal fusion procedures have raised concerns in the medical community that the biomechanical rigidity of intervertebral fusion may predispose neighboring spinal motion segments to rapid deterioration. More specifically, unlike a natural intervertebral disc, spinal fusion prevents the fused vertebrae from pivoting and rotating with respect to one another. Such lack of mobility tends to increase stresses on adjacent spinal motion segments. Additionally, several conditions may develop within adjacent spinal motion segments, including disc degeneration, disc herniation, instability, spinal stenosis, spondylosis and facet joint arthritis. Consequently, many patients may require additional disc removal and/or another type of surgical procedure as a result of spinal fusion. Alternatives to spinal fusion are therefore desirable.
- intervertebral disc arthroplasty devices for preventing the collapse of the intervertebral space between adjacent vertebrae while maintaining a certain degree of stability and range of pivotal and rotational motion therebetween.
- Such devices typically include two or more articular elements that are attached to respective upper and lower vertebrae.
- the articular elements are anchored to the upper and lower vertebrae by a number of methods, including the use of bone screws that pass through corresponding openings in each of the elements and thread into vertebral bone, and/or by the inclusion of spikes or teeth that penetrate the vertebral endplates to inhibit migration or expulsion of the device.
- the articular elements are typically configured to allow the elements, and correspondingly the adjacent vertebrae, to pivot and/or rotate relative to one another.
- prior intervertebral disc arthroplasty devices are relatively difficult to implant between adjacent vertebrae.
- the adjacent vertebrae are spread apart a distance that is somewhat greater than the normal distance separating the vertebrae so that the device can be maneuvered between the vertebrae and the anchors can be engaged to the vertebral endplates.
- Such an operation presents a risk of injury to the vertebrae caused by misplacement and/or scratching of the vertebral endplates or other tissue by the anchors.
- Such operation also presents a risk of injury resulting from over-distraction of the intervertebral space.
- other types of prior arthroplasty devices require the threading of bone screws or another type of fastener into the adjacent vertebrae.
- the present invention relates generally to an intervertebral prosthetic joint. While the actual nature of the invention covered herein can only be determined with reference to the claims appended hereto, certain forms of the invention that are characteristic of the preferred embodiments disclosed herein are described briefly as follows.
- One form of the present invention is directed to an intervertebral prosthetic joint, comprising a first component adapted to engage a first vertebra and including a first articular surface, and a second component adapted to engage a second vertebra and including a second articular surface, with the first and second articular surfaces cooperating to permit articulating motion between the first and second components, and with at least one of the first and second articular surfaces including at least one surface depression configured to facilitate removal of matter disposed therebetween.
- Another form of the present invention is directed to an intervertebral prosthetic joint, comprising a first articular component adapted to engage a first vertebra and including a projection, and a second articular component adapted to engage a second vertebra and including a recess, with at least a portion of the projection being disposed within the recess to permit articulating motion between the first and second components, and with at least one of the projection and the recess defining at least one passage configured to facilitate removal of matter disposed therebetween.
- Another form of the present invention is directed to an intervertebral prosthetic joint, comprising a first articular component having a bearing surface adapted to engage a first vertebra, and a second articular component having, a bearing surface adapted to engage a second vertebra, with each of the first and second articular components including a flange extending from the bearing surface and adapted to penetrate a corresponding one of the first and second vertebrae, and wherein the flange defines at least one opening extending therethrough to permit bone through-growth.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an intervertebral prosthetic joint according to one form of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a sectional view of the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated in FIG. 1 .
- FIG. 3 is a front view of a ball component according to one embodiment of the present invention for use with the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated in FIG. 1 .
- FIG. 4 is a side view of the ball component illustrated in FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 5 is a top view of the ball component illustrated in FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the ball component illustrated in FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 7 is a sectional view of the ball component illustrated in FIG. 5 , taken along line 7 - 7 of FIG. 5 .
- FIG. 8 is a sectional view of the ball component illustrated in FIG. 5 , taken along line 8 - 8 of FIG. 5 .
- FIG. 9 is a front view of a socket component according to one embodiment of the present invention for use with the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated in FIG. 1 .
- FIG. 10 is a side view of the socket component illustrated in FIG. 9 .
- FIG. 11 is a top view of the socket component illustrated in FIG. 9 .
- FIG. 12 is a bottom view of the socket component illustrated in FIG. 9 .
- FIG. 13 is a sectional view of the socket component illustrated in FIG. 12 , taken along line 13 - 13 of FIG. 12 .
- FIG. 14 is a top view of a ball component according to another embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 15 is a sectional view of an intervertebral prosthetic joint according to another embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 16 is a sectional view of an intervertebral prosthetic joint according to a further embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 17 is a lateral view of a portion of the spinal column, illustrating a pair of adjacent upper and lower vertebrae separated by a natural intervertebral disc.
- FIG. 18 is an anterior view of the portion of the spinal column shown in FIG. 17 , illustrating the removal of portions of the upper and lower vertebrae to accommodate insertion of the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated in FIG. 1 therebetween.
- FIG. 19 is a lateral view of the portion of the spinal column shown in FIG. 18 .
- FIG. 20 is an anterior view of the portion of the spinal column shown in FIG. 18 , illustrating implantation of the intervertebral prosthetic joint between the upper and lower vertebrae.
- FIG. 21 is a partial sectional view of the portion of the spinal column shown in FIG. 18 , illustrating implantation of the intervertebral prosthetic joint between the upper and lower vertebrae.
- the articulating joint 30 extends generally along a longitudinal axis L and includes a first articular component 32 and a second articular component 34 .
- the articular components 32 , 34 cooperate to form the articulating joint 30 which is sized and configured for disposition within an intervertebral space between adjacent vertebral bodies.
- the articulating joint 30 provides relative pivotal and rotational movement between the adjacent vertebral bodies to maintain or restore motion substantially similar to the normal bio-mechanical motion provided by a natural intervertebral disc. More specifically, the articular components 32 , 34 are permitted to pivot relative to one another about a number of axes, including lateral or side-to-side pivotal movement about longitudinal axis L and anterior-posterior pivotal movement about a transverse axis T. It should be understood that in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the articular components 32 , 34 are permitted to pivot relative to one another about any axes that lies in a plane that intersects longitudinal axis L and transverse axis T.
- articular components 32 , 34 are preferably permitted to rotate relative to one another about a rotational axis R.
- the articulating joint 30 has been illustrated and described as providing a specific combination of articulating motion, it should be understood that other combinations of articulating movement are also possible and are contemplated as falling within the scope of the present invention. It should also be understood that other types of articulating movement are also contemplated, such as, for example, relative translational or linear motion.
- the articular components 32 , 34 of prosthetic joint 30 may be formed from a wide variety of materials, in one embodiment of the invention, the articular components 32 , 34 are formed of a cobalt-chrome-molybdenum metallic alloy (ASTMF-799 or F-75). However, in alternative embodiments of the invention, the articular components 32 , 34 may be formed of other metallic materials such as titanium or stainless steel, a polymeric material such as polyethylene, or any other biocompatible material that would be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art.
- ASTMF-799 or F-75 cobalt-chrome-molybdenum metallic alloy
- the articular components 32 , 34 may be formed of other metallic materials such as titanium or stainless steel, a polymeric material such as polyethylene, or any other biocompatible material that would be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art.
- the surfaces of the articular components 32 , 34 that are positioned in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably coated with a bone-growth promoting substance, such as, for example, a hydroxyapatite coating formed of calcium phosphate. Additionally, the surface of the articular components 32 , 34 that are positioned in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably roughened prior to being coated with the bone-growth promoting substance to further enhance bone on-growth. Such surface roughening may be accomplished by way of, for example, acid etching, knurling, application of a bead coating, or other methods of roughening that would occur to one of ordinary skill in the art.
- Articular component 32 includes a support plate 50 having an articular surface 52 and an opposite bearing surface 54 .
- Support plate 50 is preferably sized and shaped to substantially correspond to the size and shape of the vertebral endplate of an adjacent vertebra.
- the articular surface 52 and the bearing surface 54 are separated by a pair of laterally facing surfaces 56 a , 56 b and a pair of axially facing surfaces 58 a , 58 b .
- the laterally facing surfaces 56 a , 56 b each preferably define a channel 57 extending along at least a portion of the length of the support plate 50 .
- the channels 57 are configured to engage a corresponding portion of a surgical instrument (not shown) to aid in the manipulation and insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 within an intervertebral space between adjacent vertebrae.
- the surgical instrument (not shown) is preferably configured to hold the articular components 32 , 34 at a predetermined orientation and spatial relationship relative to one another during manipulation and insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 , and to release the articular components 32 , 34 once properly positioned between the adjacent vertebrae.
- the articular surface 52 includes a projection 60 surrounded by a substantially planar surface 62 .
- the projection 60 has a convex shape and is preferably configured as a spherical-shaped ball.
- the spherical-shaped surface of the projection has a large enough radius of curvature such that the axis about which the articular components 32 , 34 pivot relative to one another is located at or below the planar surface 62 (i.e., the center of curvature is located at or below planar surface 62 ).
- the pivot axis may alternatively be positioned above the planar surface 62 .
- planar source 62 may take on non-planar configurations, such as, for example, an angular or conical configuration extending about the projection 60 .
- the convex articular surface of the projection 60 is interrupted by a surface depression or cavity 70 extending along the projection 60 .
- the surface depression 70 is configured as a groove.
- the groove 70 provides a means for clearing out matter such as, for example, particulate material, that is disposed between the abutting articular surfaces of components 32 , 34 .
- the groove 70 extends along the convex surface of the spherical-shaped ball 60 in such a manner as to divide the ball 60 into two substantially symmetrical portions 60 a , 60 b , with each portion extending about approximately 180° of the overall circumference or periphery of the ball 60 .
- the groove 70 may take on other configurations as well.
- the groove 70 need not necessarily uniformly divide the ball 60 into symmetrical halves, but may alternatively be positioned at other locations along ball 60 and arranged at other angular orientations relative to ball 60 .
- the groove 70 need not necessarily extend entirely across the ball 60 , but may alternatively extend across only a portion of the ball 60 .
- the groove 70 may extend across the ball 60 in such a manner that only a portion of the groove 70 extends beyond abutting portions of the articular components 32 , 34 at some point during the articulating motion of joint 30 .
- the groove 70 need not necessarily have a linear configuration, but may alternatively take on angular configurations or non-linear configurations, such as, for example, the curvilinear configuration illustrated in FIG. 14 .
- any number of grooves 70 may be defined along the periphery of the ball 60 , such as two or more grooves 70 arranged in a uniform manner or alternatively in a random or semi-random pattern, as also illustrated in FIG. 14 .
- the groove 70 is approximately 0.75 mm deep and approximately 0.4 mm wide and has a radiused bottom surface.
- the groove 70 is approximately 0.75 mm deep and approximately 0.4 mm wide and has a radiused bottom surface.
- other sizes and configurations of the groove 70 are contemplated as falling within the scope of the present invention.
- the bearing surface 54 is substantially planar and is oriented at an angle ⁇ relative to the planar surface 62 to define an outward taper extending from axial surface 58 a toward axial surface 58 b .
- angle ⁇ falls within a range of 0 degrees to about 10 degrees.
- angle ⁇ is about 3 degrees.
- angle ⁇ is about 6 degrees.
- angle ⁇ may take on other values that correspond to the particular lordotic angle or morphology of the portion of the spinal column in which the prosthetic joint 30 is used.
- the bearing surface 54 may be configured to accommodate spinal abnormalities such as scoliosis.
- the bearing surface 54 may be angled relative to the planar surface 62 to define a taper extending between the lateral surfaces 56 a , 56 b . It should also be understood that the bearing surface 54 may take on alternative configurations, such as, for example, a curved or arcuate configuration that corresponds to the particular contour of the adjacent vertebral endplate against which surface 54 abuts. It should likewise be understood that bearing surface 54 may be roughened and/or may define a number of surface projections to aid in gripping the vertebral endplate and to inhibit migration of the prosthetic joint 30 relative to the adjacent vertebra.
- a flange member or keel 80 extends from the bearing surface 54 and is configured for disposition within a preformed opening in the adjacent vertebral endplate.
- the keel 80 extends perpendicularly from the bearing surface 54 and is approximately centrally located along the bearing surface 54 .
- the articular component 32 may include two or more keels 80 extending from the bearing surface 54 .
- the keel 80 extends from a location adjacent the axially facing surface 58 a toward the axially facing surface 58 b along a substantial portion of the support plate 50 .
- the keel 80 extends along substantially the entire length of the support plate 50 .
- the keel 80 is preferably wedge-shaped, defining an outward taper as the keel 80 extends from a leading or insertion end 80 a towards a trailing end 80 b .
- the outward taper is about 4 degrees. However, other taper angles are also contemplated. It should also be understood that the keel 80 need not necessarily be tapered along it length.
- the outward taper aids in the insertion of the keel 80 within preformed openings in the adjacent vertebrae. Additionally, the insertion end 80 a of keel 80 includes a beveled surface 82 to further aid in the implantation of the prosthetic joint 30 .
- the keel 80 may alternatively extend between the laterally facing surface 56 a , 56 b along a substantial portion of the support plate 50 . Such an embodiment would accommodate insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 using a lateral approach as opposed to the anterior approach illustrated in FIGS. 20 and 21 .
- the keel 80 maybe tapered along its height, either tapering inwardly from bearing surface 54 to define a wedge shape or tapering outwardly from bearing surface 54 to define a dove-tail shape.
- the keel 80 may be configured as a winged keel, including a transverse portion extending across the main body portion of keel 80 .
- the keel 80 also includes a pair of openings 86 extending therethrough to facilitate bone through-growth to enhance fixation to the adjacent vertebra.
- any number of openings 86 may be defined through keel 80 , including a single opening or three or more openings.
- the openings 86 need not necessarily extend entirely through the keel 80 , but may alternatively extend partially therethrough.
- the keel 80 need not necessarily define any openings 86 extending either partially or entirely therethrough.
- the openings 86 are illustrated as having a circular configuration, it should be understood that other sizes and configures of openings 86 are also contemplated.
- the surfaces of the articular component 32 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably coated with a bone-growth promoting substance.
- the bearing surface 54 and the surfaces of the keel 80 are preferably coated with hydroxyapatite to promote bony engagement with the adjacent vertebrae.
- the bearing surface 54 and the surfaces of keel 80 are preferably roughened prior to application of the hydroxyapatite coating.
- Articular component 34 includes a support plate 100 having an articular surface 102 and an opposite bearing surface 104 .
- Support plate 100 is preferably sized and shaped to substantially correspond to the size and shape of the vertebral endplate of an adjacent vertebra.
- the articular surface 102 and the bearing surface 104 are separated by a pair of laterally facing surfaces 106 a , 106 b and a pair of axially facing surfaces 108 a , 108 b .
- the laterally facing surfaces 106 a , 106 b each preferably define a channel 107 extending along at least a portion of the length of the support plate 100 . Similar to channels 57 of articular element 32 , channels 107 are configured to engage a corresponding portion of a surgical instrument (not shown) to aid in the manipulation and insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 .
- the articular surface 102 includes a recess 110 surrounded by a substantially conical surface 112 .
- the recess 110 has a concave shape, and is preferably configured as a spherical-shaped socket.
- Conical surface 112 is tapered at an angle ⁇ relative to a plane oriented parallel with the planar surface 52 of articular component 32 in such a manner as to define a uniform taper extending entirely about the concave recess 110 .
- relative pivotal motion between the articular components 32 , 34 is limited to approximately ⁇ angle ⁇ .
- the angle ⁇ falls within a range of about 10 degrees to about 20 degrees, thereby limiting the overall relative pivotal motion between the articular components 32 , 34 within a range of just over 20 degrees to just over 40 degrees.
- angle ⁇ is about 16 degrees, thereby Limiting the overall pivotal motion between the articular components 32 , 34 to just over 32 degrees.
- angle ⁇ may take on other values that correspond to the desired amount of relative pivotal movement between the articular components 32 , 34 .
- the conical surface 112 may take on other configurations, such as, for example, an angular configuration extending about the concave recess 110 . It should also be understood that the surface 112 could alternatively be configured as a planar surface oriented parallel with the bearing surface 104 , and that the surface 52 of articular component 32 could alternatively be configured as a conical or angled surface tapered at an angle ⁇ , or that both of the surfaces 52 , 112 could alternatively be configured as conical or angled surfaces tapered at a predetermined angle ⁇ . In an embodiment where both of the surfaces 52 , 112 are tapered at a predetermined angle ⁇ , the angle ⁇ is preferably about 8 degrees, thereby limiting the overall pivotal motion between the articular components 32 , 34 to just over 32 degrees.
- each of the convex projection 60 and the concave recess 110 may define a surface depression to facilitate removal of particulate matter disposed between the abutting articular surfaces.
- the bearing surface 104 is substantially planar and is oriented at an angle ⁇ , similar to that of bearing surface 54 of articular component 32 , to define an outward taper extending from axial surface 108 a toward axial surface 108 b .
- bearing surface 104 may take on alternative configurations, such as, for example, a curved or arcuate configuration that corresponds to the particular contour of the adjacent vertebral endplate against which surface 104 abuts.
- the bearing surface 104 may be configured to accommodate spinal abnormalities such as scoliosis. In such case, the bearing surface 104 may be angled to define a taper extending between the lateral surfaces 106 a , 106 b .
- the bearing surface 104 may be roughened and/or may define a number of surface projections to aid in gripping the vertebral endplate and to inhibit migration of the prosthetic joint 30 relative to the adjacent vertebra.
- a flange member or keel 120 configured similar to the keel 80 of articular component 32 , extends from the bearing surface 104 .
- the keel 120 extends perpendicularly from the bearing surface 104 and is approximately centrally located along bearing surface 104 .
- the articular component 34 may include two or more keels 120 extending from the bearing surface 104 .
- the keel 120 extends from a location adjacent axially facing surface 108 a toward axially facing surface 108 b , preferably along a substantial portion of the support plate 100 . As illustrated in FIG. 11 , the keel 120 is preferably wedge-shaped, defining an outward taper as the keel 100 extends from a leading or insertion end 120 a to wailing end 120 b . Additionally, the insertion end 120 a of keel 120 includes a beveled surface 122 to further aid in the implantation of the prosthetic joint 30 .
- the keel 120 may alternatively extend between the laterally facing surface 106 a , 106 b along a substantial portion of the support plate 100 to accommodate for insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 between adjacent vertebral bodies using a lateral approach.
- the keel 120 may be tapered along its height, either tapering inwardly from the bearing surface 104 to define a wedge shape or tapering outwardly from bearing surface 104 to define a dove-tail shape.
- the keel 120 may be configured as a winged keel, including a transverse portion extending across the main body portion of keel 120 .
- Keel 120 includes a pair of openings 126 extending therethrough to facilitate bone through-growth to enhance fixation to the adjacent vertebra.
- any number of openings 126 may be defined through the keel 120 , including a single opening or three or more openings.
- the openings 126 need not necessarily extend entirely through keel 120 , but may alternatively extend partially therethrough.
- the keel 120 need not necessarily define any openings 126 extending either partially or entirely therethrough.
- the surfaces of the articular component 34 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably coated with a bone-growth promoting substance, such as, for example, a hydroxyapatite coating.
- the surfaces of the articular component 34 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably roughened prior to application of the bone-growth promoting substance.
- the projection or ball 60 of articular component 32 is at least partially disposed within the recess or socket 110 of articular component 34 .
- the convex and concave articular surfaces of ball 60 and socket 110 abut one another in such a manner as to provide relative articulating motion between the articular components 32 , 34 .
- the articular components 32 , 34 are allowed to pivot and rotate relative to one another to maintain or restore motion substantially similar to the normal biomechanical motion provided by a natural intervertebral disc.
- the relative pivotal motion between the articular components 32 , 34 is limited by the abutment of the conical surface 112 of component 34 against the planar surface 62 of component 32 .
- the groove 70 formed along the ball 60 provides a passage for removing any matter, such as particulate debris, that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces of the components 32 , 34 .
- the groove 70 channels any such debris clear from the interfacing articular surfaces of the prosthetic joint 30 to prevent or at least reduce wear which otherwise might occur if foreign particles and/or built-up wear debris were to remain between the abutting portions of the articular surfaces.
- FIGS. 15 and 16 shown therein are intervertebral prosthetic joints according to other embodiments of the present invention.
- a prosthetic joint 130 including a first articular element 132 and a second articular element 134 .
- Articular elements 132 , 134 are similar to articular components 32 , 34 in many respects except that the convex ball 160 of articular component 132 includes a flattened portion 170 extending along a portion of ball 160 .
- the flattened portion 170 serves substantially the same purpose as the groove 70 extending along the ball 60 ; namely, to provide a means for removing any particulate debris that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces of components 132 , 134 .
- the flattened portion 170 is located at the approximate center of ball 160 , it should be understood that the flattened portion 170 may be located anywhere along ball 160 . It should also be understood that any number of flattened portions 170 may be formed along the ball 160 , and that the ball 160 may include a combination of grooves 70 and flattened portions 170 to facilitate the removal of matter disposed between the abutting articular surfaces.
- a prosthetic joint 230 including a first articular element 232 and a second articular element 234 .
- Articular elements 232 , 234 are similar to articular components 32 , 34 in many respects except that the concave recess 240 of articular component 234 includes an opening 270 formed therein, The opening 270 serves substantially the same purpose as the groove 70 extending along the ball 60 ; namely, to provide a means for removing any particulate debris that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces of components 232 , 234 .
- the opening 270 extends through the support plate 100 of the articular component 234 to channel any particulate debris that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces away from the ball-and-socket joint.
- the opening 270 may also extend through the keel 120 of the articular component 234 .
- the opening 270 is illustrated as being located at the approximate center of the socket 240 , it should be understood that the opening 270 may be located anywhere along socket 240 and at any orientation relative to socket 240 . It should also be understood that any number of openings 270 may be formed along socket 240 , and that the socket 240 may include a combination of grooves 70 and openings 270 to facilitate the removal of matter disposed between the abutting articular surfaces.
- either or both of the convex and concave articular surfaces of the components 32 , 34 may define other types and configurations of surface depressions.
- the surface depressions may be configured as multiple indentations or dimpling extending along one or both of the articular surfaces.
- the convex articular surface may include multiple surface depressions such as may be found on the outer surface of a golf ball.
- FIG. 17 shown therein is a lateral view of a portion of the spinal column, illustrating a pair of adjacent upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L separated by a natural intervertebral disc D.
- the natural intervertebral disc D is typically removed via a discectomy or a similar surgical procedure, the details of which would be known to one of ordinary skill in the art.
- elongate openings or slots 300 are formed along the vertebral endplates of the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L at a predetermined width w and to a predetermined depth d
- the elongate slots 300 are rectangular-shaped and extend from an anterior side 302 of the vertebrae V U , V L toward a posterior side 304 of the vertebrae V U , V L .
- the slots 300 are formed by chiseling or curetting.
- other methods of forming slots 300 are also contemplated as would occur to one of ordinary skill in the art, such as, for example, by drilling or reaming.
- the width w of the slots 300 is equal to or somewhat less than the corresponding width of the keels 80 , 120 of articular components 32 , 34 . Additionally, the depth d of the slots 300 is preferably approximately equal to or slightly greater than the length of the keels 80 , 120 .
- the articular components 32 , 34 are inserted between the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L .
- the articular components 32 , 34 are placed in a predetermined relationship with respect to one another, preferably by an insertion instrument (not shown) or an equivalent tool that is adapted to engage the channels 57 , 107 formed along a length of the support plates 50 , 100 .
- the insertion instrument (not shown) holds the articular components 32 , 34 in a predetermined spatial relationship and at a predetermined orientation with respect to one another.
- the prosthetic Joint 30 is inserted between the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L in a direction generally along the longitudinal axis L, with the keels 80 , 120 of components 32 , 34 being axially displaced along the slots 300 .
- the keels 80 , 120 are axially displaced through the preformed slots 300 , distraction of the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L to accommodate insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 is minimized, if not eliminated entirely.
- the keels 80 , 120 are tapered or wedge-shaped to facilitate insertion within the slots 300 .
- the taper angle defined by each of the support plates 50 , 100 also facilitates insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 within the intervertebral space S. Since the width w of the slots 300 is equal to or somewhat less than the corresponding width of the keels 80 , 120 , the keels 80 , 120 are effectively wedged within the slots 300 .
- the depth d of the slots 300 formed in the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L correspondingly controls the positioning of the prosthetic joint 30 within the intervertebral space S.
- the angular positioning of the articular components 32 , 34 relative to one another is dictated by the geometry of the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L and the particular location within the spinal column.
- the distance between the support plates 50 , 100 should be approximately equal to the height of the removed disc D, and the angular disposition of the support plates 50 , 100 is dictated by the particular curvature or lordosis of the spinal column.
- the prosthetic joint 30 is implanted in the intervertebral space S via an anterior approach.
- the slots 300 may alternatively extend from the posterior side 304 of the vertebrae V U , V L toward the anterior side 302 at a depth d, and the prosthetic joint 30 may alternatively be implanted in the intervertebral space S via a posterior approach.
- the slots 300 may alternatively extend from a first lateral side of the vertebrae V U , V L toward the opposite lateral side of the vertebrae at a depth d, and the prosthetic joint 30 may alternatively be implanted in the intervertebral space S via a lateral approach.
- the articular components 32 , 34 are initially secured to the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L via the disposition of the keels 80 , 120 within the slots 300 formed in the vertebrae V U , V L and by the compression forces exerted upon the bearing surfaces 54 , 104 of the articular components 32 , 34 by the adjacent vertebral endplates.
- the keels 80 , 120 thus serve to resist migration or displacement of the prosthetic joint 30 relative to the adjacent vertebrae V U , V L .
- the articular components 32 , 34 are further secured to the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L via bone growth through the openings 86 , 126 in keels 80 , 120 and/or by bone on-growth onto the surfaces of the articular components 32 , 34 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone.
- the bone through-growth and bone on-growth provide further resistance to the migration or displacement of the prosthetic joint 30 and prevent expulsion of the prosthetic joint 30 from the intervertebral space S.
- the articular components 32 , 34 cooperate with one another to provide a ball-and-socket type joint that permits relative pivotal and rotational movement therebetween, which correspondingly permits relative pivotal and rotational movement between the upper and lower vertebrae V U , V L .
- substantially normal biomechanical motion is restored to the portion of the spinal column being treated.
Abstract
An intervertebral prosthetic joint including a first articular component adapted to engage a first vertebra and a second articular component adapted to engage a second vertebra The articular components include abutting convex and concave articular surfaces that cooperate to permit articulating motion between the articular components. At least one of the convex and concave articular surfaces includes at least one surface depression that is configured to facilitate removal of matter disposed between abutting portions of the articular surfaces. In one embodiment of the prosthetic joint, each of the articular components has a vertebral bearing surface and a flange extending therefrom that is configured to penetrate a corresponding one of the first and second vertebrae, with the flange defining at least one opening extending therethrough to permit bone through-growth.
Description
- The present invention relates generally to the field of spinal implants, and more particularly relates to an intervertebral prosthetic joint for use in the total or partial replacement of a natural intervertebral disc.
- In the treatment of diseases, injuries or malformations affecting spinal motion segments, and especially those affecting disc tissue, it has long been known to remove some or all of a degenerated, ruptured or otherwise failing disc. In cases involving intervertebral disc tissue that has been removed or is otherwise absent from a spinal motion segment, corrective measures are indicated to insure the proper spacing of the vertebrae formerly separated by the removed disc tissue.
- In some instances, the two adjacent vertebrae are fused together using transplanted bone tissue, an artificial fusion component, or other compositions or devices. Spinal fusion procedures, however, have raised concerns in the medical community that the biomechanical rigidity of intervertebral fusion may predispose neighboring spinal motion segments to rapid deterioration. More specifically, unlike a natural intervertebral disc, spinal fusion prevents the fused vertebrae from pivoting and rotating with respect to one another. Such lack of mobility tends to increase stresses on adjacent spinal motion segments. Additionally, several conditions may develop within adjacent spinal motion segments, including disc degeneration, disc herniation, instability, spinal stenosis, spondylosis and facet joint arthritis. Consequently, many patients may require additional disc removal and/or another type of surgical procedure as a result of spinal fusion. Alternatives to spinal fusion are therefore desirable.
- Several different types of intervertebral disc arthroplasty devices have been proposed for preventing the collapse of the intervertebral space between adjacent vertebrae while maintaining a certain degree of stability and range of pivotal and rotational motion therebetween. Such devices typically include two or more articular elements that are attached to respective upper and lower vertebrae. The articular elements are anchored to the upper and lower vertebrae by a number of methods, including the use of bone screws that pass through corresponding openings in each of the elements and thread into vertebral bone, and/or by the inclusion of spikes or teeth that penetrate the vertebral endplates to inhibit migration or expulsion of the device. The articular elements are typically configured to allow the elements, and correspondingly the adjacent vertebrae, to pivot and/or rotate relative to one another.
- As discussed above, prior intervertebral disc arthroplasty devices are relatively difficult to implant between adjacent vertebrae. To implant such devices, the adjacent vertebrae are spread apart a distance that is somewhat greater than the normal distance separating the vertebrae so that the device can be maneuvered between the vertebrae and the anchors can be engaged to the vertebral endplates. Such an operation presents a risk of injury to the vertebrae caused by misplacement and/or scratching of the vertebral endplates or other tissue by the anchors. Such operation also presents a risk of injury resulting from over-distraction of the intervertebral space. As also discussed above, other types of prior arthroplasty devices require the threading of bone screws or another type of fastener into the adjacent vertebrae. However, this type of anchoring method requires precise placement and orientation of the bone screws to provide adequate anchoring and to avoid injury to adjacent tissue or vertebral structures. Moreover, prior arthroplasty devices are prone to increased wear or possible malfunctioning if debris or particulate matter becomes lodged between the articular elements.
- Thus, there is a general need in the industry to provide an improved intervertebral prosthetic joint. The present invention satisfies this need and provides other benefits and advantages in a novel and unobvious manner.
- The present invention relates generally to an intervertebral prosthetic joint. While the actual nature of the invention covered herein can only be determined with reference to the claims appended hereto, certain forms of the invention that are characteristic of the preferred embodiments disclosed herein are described briefly as follows.
- One form of the present invention is directed to an intervertebral prosthetic joint, comprising a first component adapted to engage a first vertebra and including a first articular surface, and a second component adapted to engage a second vertebra and including a second articular surface, with the first and second articular surfaces cooperating to permit articulating motion between the first and second components, and with at least one of the first and second articular surfaces including at least one surface depression configured to facilitate removal of matter disposed therebetween.
- Another form of the present invention is directed to an intervertebral prosthetic joint, comprising a first articular component adapted to engage a first vertebra and including a projection, and a second articular component adapted to engage a second vertebra and including a recess, with at least a portion of the projection being disposed within the recess to permit articulating motion between the first and second components, and with at least one of the projection and the recess defining at least one passage configured to facilitate removal of matter disposed therebetween.
- Another form of the present invention is directed to an intervertebral prosthetic joint, comprising a first articular component having a bearing surface adapted to engage a first vertebra, and a second articular component having, a bearing surface adapted to engage a second vertebra, with each of the first and second articular components including a flange extending from the bearing surface and adapted to penetrate a corresponding one of the first and second vertebrae, and wherein the flange defines at least one opening extending therethrough to permit bone through-growth.
- It is one object of the present invention to provide an improved intervertebral prosthetic joint. Further objects, features, advantages, benefits, and aspects of the present invention will become apparent from the drawings and description contained herein.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an intervertebral prosthetic joint according to one form of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is a sectional view of the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated inFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 3 is a front view of a ball component according to one embodiment of the present invention for use with the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated inFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 4 is a side view of the ball component illustrated inFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 5 is a top view of the ball component illustrated inFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the ball component illustrated inFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 7 is a sectional view of the ball component illustrated inFIG. 5 , taken along line 7-7 ofFIG. 5 . -
FIG. 8 is a sectional view of the ball component illustrated inFIG. 5 , taken along line 8-8 ofFIG. 5 . -
FIG. 9 is a front view of a socket component according to one embodiment of the present invention for use with the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated inFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 10 is a side view of the socket component illustrated inFIG. 9 . -
FIG. 11 is a top view of the socket component illustrated inFIG. 9 . -
FIG. 12 is a bottom view of the socket component illustrated inFIG. 9 . -
FIG. 13 is a sectional view of the socket component illustrated inFIG. 12 , taken along line 13-13 ofFIG. 12 . -
FIG. 14 is a top view of a ball component according to another embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 15 is a sectional view of an intervertebral prosthetic joint according to another embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 16 is a sectional view of an intervertebral prosthetic joint according to a further embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 17 is a lateral view of a portion of the spinal column, illustrating a pair of adjacent upper and lower vertebrae separated by a natural intervertebral disc. -
FIG. 18 is an anterior view of the portion of the spinal column shown inFIG. 17 , illustrating the removal of portions of the upper and lower vertebrae to accommodate insertion of the intervertebral prosthetic joint illustrated inFIG. 1 therebetween. -
FIG. 19 is a lateral view of the portion of the spinal column shown inFIG. 18 . -
FIG. 20 is an anterior view of the portion of the spinal column shown inFIG. 18 , illustrating implantation of the intervertebral prosthetic joint between the upper and lower vertebrae. -
FIG. 21 is a partial sectional view of the portion of the spinal column shown inFIG. 18 , illustrating implantation of the intervertebral prosthetic joint between the upper and lower vertebrae. - For the purposes of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiments illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is hereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated devices, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated herein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates.
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FIGS. 1-2 , shown therein is an intervertebralprosthetic joint 30 according to one form of the present invention. The articulatingjoint 30 extends generally along a longitudinal axis L and includes a firstarticular component 32 and a secondarticular component 34. Thearticular components joint 30 which is sized and configured for disposition within an intervertebral space between adjacent vertebral bodies. - The articulating
joint 30 provides relative pivotal and rotational movement between the adjacent vertebral bodies to maintain or restore motion substantially similar to the normal bio-mechanical motion provided by a natural intervertebral disc. More specifically, thearticular components articular components articular components joint 30 has been illustrated and described as providing a specific combination of articulating motion, it should be understood that other combinations of articulating movement are also possible and are contemplated as falling within the scope of the present invention. It should also be understood that other types of articulating movement are also contemplated, such as, for example, relative translational or linear motion. - Although the
articular components prosthetic joint 30 may be formed from a wide variety of materials, in one embodiment of the invention, thearticular components articular components articular components articular components - Referring to
FIGS. 3-8 , shown therein are various details regarding thearticular component 32.Articular component 32 includes asupport plate 50 having anarticular surface 52 and anopposite bearing surface 54.Support plate 50 is preferably sized and shaped to substantially correspond to the size and shape of the vertebral endplate of an adjacent vertebra. Thearticular surface 52 and the bearingsurface 54 are separated by a pair of laterally facingsurfaces surfaces surfaces channel 57 extending along at least a portion of the length of thesupport plate 50. Thechannels 57 are configured to engage a corresponding portion of a surgical instrument (not shown) to aid in the manipulation and insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 within an intervertebral space between adjacent vertebrae. The surgical instrument (not shown) is preferably configured to hold thearticular components articular components - In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the
articular surface 52 includes aprojection 60 surrounded by a substantiallyplanar surface 62. In one embodiment of the invention, theprojection 60 has a convex shape and is preferably configured as a spherical-shaped ball. In another embodiment of the invention, the spherical-shaped surface of the projection has a large enough radius of curvature such that the axis about which thearticular components planar surface 62. It should also be understood that other configurations of theprojection 60 are also contemplated such as, for example, cylindrical, elliptical or other arcuate configurations or possibly non-arcuate configurations. It should also be understood that theplanar source 62 may take on non-planar configurations, such as, for example, an angular or conical configuration extending about theprojection 60. - In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the convex articular surface of the
projection 60 is interrupted by a surface depression orcavity 70 extending along theprojection 60. In one embodiment of the invention, thesurface depression 70 is configured as a groove. However, as will be discussed in further detail below, it should be understood that other types of surface depressions are also contemplated. One purpose of thegroove 70 is to facilitate the removal of matter disposed between abutting portions of thearticular components groove 70 provides a means for clearing out matter such as, for example, particulate material, that is disposed between the abutting articular surfaces ofcomponents - In one embodiment of the invention, the
groove 70 extends along the convex surface of the spherical-shapedball 60 in such a manner as to divide theball 60 into two substantiallysymmetrical portions ball 60. However, it should be understood that thegroove 70 may take on other configurations as well. For example, thegroove 70 need not necessarily uniformly divide theball 60 into symmetrical halves, but may alternatively be positioned at other locations alongball 60 and arranged at other angular orientations relative toball 60. It should further be understood that thegroove 70 need not necessarily extend entirely across theball 60, but may alternatively extend across only a portion of theball 60. For example, thegroove 70 may extend across theball 60 in such a manner that only a portion of thegroove 70 extends beyond abutting portions of thearticular components groove 70 need not necessarily have a linear configuration, but may alternatively take on angular configurations or non-linear configurations, such as, for example, the curvilinear configuration illustrated inFIG. 14 . It should also be understood that any number ofgrooves 70 may be defined along the periphery of theball 60, such as two ormore grooves 70 arranged in a uniform manner or alternatively in a random or semi-random pattern, as also illustrated inFIG. 14 . In one specific embodiment of the invention, thegroove 70 is approximately 0.75 mm deep and approximately 0.4 mm wide and has a radiused bottom surface. However, it should be understood that other sizes and configurations of thegroove 70 are contemplated as falling within the scope of the present invention. - In one embodiment of the invention, the bearing
surface 54 is substantially planar and is oriented at an angle α relative to theplanar surface 62 to define an outward taper extending fromaxial surface 58 a towardaxial surface 58 b. In one embodiment, angle α falls within a range of 0 degrees to about 10 degrees. In a specific embodiment, angle α is about 3 degrees. In another specific embodiment, angle α is about 6 degrees. However, it should be understood that angle α may take on other values that correspond to the particular lordotic angle or morphology of the portion of the spinal column in which the prosthetic joint 30 is used. It should further be understood that the bearingsurface 54 may be configured to accommodate spinal abnormalities such as scoliosis. In such case, the bearingsurface 54 may be angled relative to theplanar surface 62 to define a taper extending between thelateral surfaces surface 54 may take on alternative configurations, such as, for example, a curved or arcuate configuration that corresponds to the particular contour of the adjacent vertebral endplate against which surface 54 abuts. It should likewise be understood that bearingsurface 54 may be roughened and/or may define a number of surface projections to aid in gripping the vertebral endplate and to inhibit migration of the prosthetic joint 30 relative to the adjacent vertebra. - A flange member or
keel 80 extends from the bearingsurface 54 and is configured for disposition within a preformed opening in the adjacent vertebral endplate. In one embodiment, thekeel 80 extends perpendicularly from the bearingsurface 54 and is approximately centrally located along the bearingsurface 54. However, it should be understood that other positions and orientations of thekeel 80 are also contemplated. It should also be understood that thearticular component 32 may include two ormore keels 80 extending from the bearingsurface 54. - The
keel 80 extends from a location adjacent theaxially facing surface 58 a toward theaxially facing surface 58 b along a substantial portion of thesupport plate 50. Preferably, thekeel 80 extends along substantially the entire length of thesupport plate 50. As illustrated inFIG. 6 , thekeel 80 is preferably wedge-shaped, defining an outward taper as thekeel 80 extends from a leading or insertion end 80 a towards a trailingend 80 b. In one specific embodiment, the outward taper is about 4 degrees. However, other taper angles are also contemplated. It should also be understood that thekeel 80 need not necessarily be tapered along it length. As will become apparent, the outward taper aids in the insertion of thekeel 80 within preformed openings in the adjacent vertebrae. Additionally, theinsertion end 80 a ofkeel 80 includes abeveled surface 82 to further aid in the implantation of the prosthetic joint 30. - In another embodiment of the invention, the
keel 80 may alternatively extend between the laterally facingsurface support plate 50. Such an embodiment would accommodate insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 using a lateral approach as opposed to the anterior approach illustrated inFIGS. 20 and 21 . In a further embodiment of the invention, thekeel 80 maybe tapered along its height, either tapering inwardly from bearingsurface 54 to define a wedge shape or tapering outwardly from bearingsurface 54 to define a dove-tail shape. In still another embodiment, thekeel 80 may be configured as a winged keel, including a transverse portion extending across the main body portion ofkeel 80. - The
keel 80 also includes a pair ofopenings 86 extending therethrough to facilitate bone through-growth to enhance fixation to the adjacent vertebra. However, it should be understood that any number ofopenings 86 may be defined throughkeel 80, including a single opening or three or more openings. It should also be understood that theopenings 86 need not necessarily extend entirely through thekeel 80, but may alternatively extend partially therethrough. It should further be understood that thekeel 80 need not necessarily define anyopenings 86 extending either partially or entirely therethrough. Additionally, although theopenings 86 are illustrated as having a circular configuration, it should be understood that other sizes and configures ofopenings 86 are also contemplated. As discussed above, the surfaces of thearticular component 32 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably coated with a bone-growth promoting substance. Specifically, the bearingsurface 54 and the surfaces of thekeel 80 are preferably coated with hydroxyapatite to promote bony engagement with the adjacent vertebrae. As also discussed above, the bearingsurface 54 and the surfaces ofkeel 80 are preferably roughened prior to application of the hydroxyapatite coating. - Referring to
FIGS. 9-13 , shown therein are various details regarding thearticular component 34.Articular component 34 includes asupport plate 100 having anarticular surface 102 and anopposite bearing surface 104.Support plate 100 is preferably sized and shaped to substantially correspond to the size and shape of the vertebral endplate of an adjacent vertebra. Thearticular surface 102 and thebearing surface 104 are separated by a pair of laterally facingsurfaces surfaces surfaces channel 107 extending along at least a portion of the length of thesupport plate 100. Similar tochannels 57 ofarticular element 32,channels 107 are configured to engage a corresponding portion of a surgical instrument (not shown) to aid in the manipulation and insertion of the prosthetic joint 30. - In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the
articular surface 102 includes arecess 110 surrounded by a substantiallyconical surface 112. In one embodiment of the invention, therecess 110 has a concave shape, and is preferably configured as a spherical-shaped socket. However, it should be understood that other configurations of therecess 110 are also contemplated, such as, for example, cylindrical, elliptical or other arcuate configurations or possibly non-arcuate configurations.Conical surface 112, is tapered at an angle θ relative to a plane oriented parallel with theplanar surface 52 ofarticular component 32 in such a manner as to define a uniform taper extending entirely about theconcave recess 110. In this manner, relative pivotal motion between thearticular components articular components articular components articular components conical surface 112 may take on other configurations, such as, for example, an angular configuration extending about theconcave recess 110. It should also be understood that thesurface 112 could alternatively be configured as a planar surface oriented parallel with the bearingsurface 104, and that thesurface 52 ofarticular component 32 could alternatively be configured as a conical or angled surface tapered at an angle θ, or that both of thesurfaces surfaces articular components - Although the
concave recess 110 is illustrated as having a generally smooth, uninterrupted articular surface, it should be understood that a surface depression or cavity may be defined along a portion of therecess 110 to provide a means for clearing out matter, such as particulate debris, that is disposed between the abutting articular surfaces ofcomponents ball 60 may alternatively define a generally smooth, uninterrupted articular surface. In another embodiment of the invention, each of theconvex projection 60 and theconcave recess 110 may define a surface depression to facilitate removal of particulate matter disposed between the abutting articular surfaces. - In one embodiment of the invention, the bearing
surface 104 is substantially planar and is oriented at an angle α, similar to that of bearingsurface 54 ofarticular component 32, to define an outward taper extending fromaxial surface 108 a towardaxial surface 108 b. However, it should be understood that bearingsurface 104 may take on alternative configurations, such as, for example, a curved or arcuate configuration that corresponds to the particular contour of the adjacent vertebral endplate against which surface 104 abuts. It should further be understood that the bearingsurface 104 may be configured to accommodate spinal abnormalities such as scoliosis. In such case, the bearingsurface 104 may be angled to define a taper extending between thelateral surfaces surface 104 may be roughened and/or may define a number of surface projections to aid in gripping the vertebral endplate and to inhibit migration of the prosthetic joint 30 relative to the adjacent vertebra. - A flange member or
keel 120, configured similar to thekeel 80 ofarticular component 32, extends from the bearingsurface 104. In one embodiment, thekeel 120 extends perpendicularly from the bearingsurface 104 and is approximately centrally located along bearingsurface 104. However, it should be understood that other positions and orientations of thekeel 120 are also contemplated. It should also be understood that thearticular component 34 may include two ormore keels 120 extending from the bearingsurface 104. - The
keel 120 extends from a location adjacent axially facingsurface 108 a toward axially facingsurface 108 b, preferably along a substantial portion of thesupport plate 100. As illustrated inFIG. 11 , thekeel 120 is preferably wedge-shaped, defining an outward taper as thekeel 100 extends from a leading orinsertion end 120 a to wailingend 120 b. Additionally, theinsertion end 120 a ofkeel 120 includes abeveled surface 122 to further aid in the implantation of the prosthetic joint 30. In another embodiment of the invention, thekeel 120 may alternatively extend between the laterally facingsurface support plate 100 to accommodate for insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 between adjacent vertebral bodies using a lateral approach. In a further embodiment of the invention, thekeel 120 may be tapered along its height, either tapering inwardly from the bearingsurface 104 to define a wedge shape or tapering outwardly from bearingsurface 104 to define a dove-tail shape. In still another embodiment, thekeel 120 may be configured as a winged keel, including a transverse portion extending across the main body portion ofkeel 120. -
Keel 120 includes a pair ofopenings 126 extending therethrough to facilitate bone through-growth to enhance fixation to the adjacent vertebra. However, it should be understood that any number ofopenings 126 may be defined through thekeel 120, including a single opening or three or more openings. It should also be understood that theopenings 126 need not necessarily extend entirely throughkeel 120, but may alternatively extend partially therethrough. It should further be understood that thekeel 120 need not necessarily define anyopenings 126 extending either partially or entirely therethrough. As discussed above, the surfaces of thearticular component 34 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably coated with a bone-growth promoting substance, such as, for example, a hydroxyapatite coating. As also discussed above, the surfaces of thearticular component 34 that are in direct contact with vertebral bone are preferably roughened prior to application of the bone-growth promoting substance. - Referring once again to
FIG. 2 , the projection orball 60 ofarticular component 32 is at least partially disposed within the recess orsocket 110 ofarticular component 34. The convex and concave articular surfaces ofball 60 andsocket 110 abut one another in such a manner as to provide relative articulating motion between thearticular components articular components articular components conical surface 112 ofcomponent 34 against theplanar surface 62 ofcomponent 32. During the articulating motion, thegroove 70 formed along theball 60 provides a passage for removing any matter, such as particulate debris, that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces of thecomponents groove 70 channels any such debris clear from the interfacing articular surfaces of the prosthetic joint 30 to prevent or at least reduce wear which otherwise might occur if foreign particles and/or built-up wear debris were to remain between the abutting portions of the articular surfaces. - Referring to
FIGS. 15 and 16 , shown therein are intervertebral prosthetic joints according to other embodiments of the present invention. With regard toFIG. 15 , shown therein is a prosthetic joint 130 including a firstarticular element 132 and a secondarticular element 134.Articular elements articular components convex ball 160 ofarticular component 132 includes a flattenedportion 170 extending along a portion ofball 160. The flattenedportion 170 serves substantially the same purpose as thegroove 70 extending along theball 60; namely, to provide a means for removing any particulate debris that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces ofcomponents portion 170 is located at the approximate center ofball 160, it should be understood that the flattenedportion 170 may be located anywhere alongball 160. It should also be understood that any number of flattenedportions 170 may be formed along theball 160, and that theball 160 may include a combination ofgrooves 70 and flattenedportions 170 to facilitate the removal of matter disposed between the abutting articular surfaces. - With regard to
FIG. 16 , shown therein is a prosthetic joint 230 including a firstarticular element 232 and a secondarticular element 234.Articular elements articular components concave recess 240 ofarticular component 234 includes anopening 270 formed therein, Theopening 270 serves substantially the same purpose as thegroove 70 extending along theball 60; namely, to provide a means for removing any particulate debris that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces ofcomponents opening 270 extends through thesupport plate 100 of thearticular component 234 to channel any particulate debris that may become lodged between the abutting articular surfaces away from the ball-and-socket joint. Theopening 270 may also extend through thekeel 120 of thearticular component 234. Although theopening 270 is illustrated as being located at the approximate center of thesocket 240, it should be understood that theopening 270 may be located anywhere alongsocket 240 and at any orientation relative tosocket 240. It should also be understood that any number ofopenings 270 may be formed alongsocket 240, and that thesocket 240 may include a combination ofgrooves 70 andopenings 270 to facilitate the removal of matter disposed between the abutting articular surfaces. - In further embodiments of the invention, either or both of the convex and concave articular surfaces of the
components FIG. 17 , shown therein is a lateral view of a portion of the spinal column, illustrating a pair of adjacent upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL separated by a natural intervertebral disc D. As discussed above, in cases where the natural intervertebral disc D is diseased or degenerated, the natural disc D is typically removed via a discectomy or a similar surgical procedure, the details of which would be known to one of ordinary skill in the art. - As illustrated in
FIGS. 18 and 19 , removal of the diseased or degenerated disc D results in the formation of an intervertebral space S between the upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL. To accommodate insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 within the intervertebral space S, preparation of the upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL is required to accept the prosthetic joint 30 therebetween. Specifically, elongate openings orslots 300 are formed along the vertebral endplates of the upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL at a predetermined width w and to a predetermined depth d In one embodiment of the invention, theelongate slots 300 are rectangular-shaped and extend from ananterior side 302 of the vertebrae VU, VL toward aposterior side 304 of the vertebrae VU, VL. In a specific embodiment, theslots 300 are formed by chiseling or curetting. However, other methods of formingslots 300 are also contemplated as would occur to one of ordinary skill in the art, such as, for example, by drilling or reaming. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the width w of theslots 300 is equal to or somewhat less than the corresponding width of thekeels articular components slots 300 is preferably approximately equal to or slightly greater than the length of thekeels - Referring to
FIGS. 20 and 21 , following preparation of the intervertebral space S, thearticular components articular components channels support plates articular components prosthetic Joint 30 is inserted between the upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL in a direction generally along the longitudinal axis L, with thekeels components slots 300. Notably, since thekeels slots 300, distraction of the upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL to accommodate insertion of the prosthetic joint 30 is minimized, if not eliminated entirely. - As discussed above, the
keels slots 300. The taper angle defined by each of thesupport plates slots 300 is equal to or somewhat less than the corresponding width of thekeels keels slots 300. The depth d of theslots 300 formed in the upper and lower vertebrae VU, VL correspondingly controls the positioning of the prosthetic joint 30 within the intervertebral space S. Specifically, proper positioning of the prosthetic joint 30 is accomplished when the insertion ends 80 a, 120 a of thekeels slots 300. Controlling the insertion depth of the prosthetic joint 30 results in more precise positioning to avoid over-insertion or under-insertion of prosthetic joint 30. As discussed above, the angular positioning of thearticular components support plates support plates - In the illustrated embodiment of the invention, the prosthetic joint 30 is implanted in the intervertebral space S via an anterior approach. However, it should be understood that the
slots 300 may alternatively extend from theposterior side 304 of the vertebrae VU, VL toward theanterior side 302 at a depth d, and the prosthetic joint 30 may alternatively be implanted in the intervertebral space S via a posterior approach. It should also understood that theslots 300 may alternatively extend from a first lateral side of the vertebrae VU, VL toward the opposite lateral side of the vertebrae at a depth d, and the prosthetic joint 30 may alternatively be implanted in the intervertebral space S via a lateral approach. - Once the prosthetic joint 30 is inserted within the intervertebral space S, the
articular components keels slots 300 formed in the vertebrae VU, VL and by the compression forces exerted upon the bearing surfaces 54, 104 of thearticular components articular components openings keels articular components - In use, the
articular components - While the invention has been illustrated and described in detail in the drawings and foregoing description, the same is to be considered as illustrative and not restrictive in character, it being understood that only the preferred embodiments have been shown and described and that all changes and modifications that come within the spirit of the invention are desired to be protected.
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41. An artificial disc replacement (ADR) system, comprising:
an intradiscal component, including:
an anterior portion,
a posterior portion, and
a keel adapted to penetrate a vertebral endplate, the keel having an orientation other than anterior-to-posterior when the component is installed; and
a screw adapted to penetrate a vertebral body and a portion of the keel.
42. The system of claim 41 , further including a guide for aligning the ADR prior to insertion.
43. The system of claim 41 , wherein the screw and keel converge.
44. The system of claim 41 , wherein the screw includes a mechanism providing a locking relationship with the keel.
45. The system of claim 41 , wherein the ADR includes a non-symmetrical endplate oriented rightwardly of the disc space to decrease the risk of injuring the great vessels.
46. An artificial disc replacement (ADR) system, comprising:
an intradiscal component, including:
an anterior portion,
a posterior portion, and
a keel adapted to penetrate a vertebral endplate, the keel having an orientation other than anterior-to-posterior when the component is installed.
47. The system of claim 46 , further including a guide for aligning the ADR prior to insertion.
48. The system of claim 46 , further including a screw adapted to penetrate a vertebral body in conjunction with the keel.
49. The system of claim 48 , wherein the screw and keel converge.
50. The system of claim 48 , wherein the screw penetrates the keel.
51. The system of claim 48 , wherein the screw includes a mechanism providing a locking relationship with the keel.
52. The system of claim 46 , wherein the ADR includes a non-symmetrical endplate oriented rightwardly of the disc space to decrease the risk of injuring the great vessels.
53. An artificial disc replacement (ADR) system, comprising:
an intradiscal component, including:
an anterior portion,
a posterior portion, and
a keel adapted to penetrate a vertebral endplate, the keel having an orientation other than anterior-to-posterior when the component is installed; and
a screw adapted to penetrate a vertebral body and a portion of the intradiscal component.
54. The system of claim 53 , further including a guide for aligning the ADR prior to insertion.
55. The system of claim 53 , wherein the screw is adapted to penetrate the vertebral body in conjunction with the keel.
56. The system of claim 55 , wherein the screw and keel converge.
57. The system of claim 55 , wherein the screw penetrates the keel.
58. The system of claim 55 , wherein the screw includes a mechanism providing a locking relationship with the keel.
59. The system of claim 53 , wherein the ADR includes a non-symmetrical endplate oriented rightwardly of the disc space to decrease the risk of injuring the great vessels.
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