ARTIFICIAL INTERVERTEBRAL DISC

摘要

Devices and methods for manufacturing devices for treating degenerated and/or traumatized intervertebral discs are disclosed. Artificial discs and components of discs may include an artificial nucleus and/or an artificial annulus and may be comprised of shape memory materials synthesized to achieve desired mechanical and physical properties. An artificial nucleus and/or annulus according to the invention may comprise a hollow body that may be filled with a curable material for deployment. A hollow body according to the invention may comprise one or more partitions to define one or more chambers and may comprise means for directing the flow of material within said hollow body.