X STOPPK™- Preserves
Anatomical structures:
- Supraspinous ligaments
- Interspinous ligaments
- No bone-removal:
- -Direct decompression is not required
- -Modification of the spinous processes and/or lamina is not required
Kinematics:
- Extension is limited, flexion remains unchanged
- Lateral bending and axial rotation remain unchanged1
Sagittal Alignment:
- Increases disc height
- Restores sagittal balance
- - Forward bending by patient no longer necessary
- - Patients resume normal posture
Preserves Treatment options:
- All alternative surgical options are still open; all of the original anatomy is intact