”easySpacer” is intended for corpectomy of the cervical spine. Made of PEEK-OPTIMA implantable bio-polymer with elastic modulus close to that of a bone. The prosthesis has directional and corrugated endplate contact surfaces (serrated) equipped with additional 4 Ti spikes on each (top, bottom), ensuring firm attachment, preventing sliding, and dislocation. The design of the implant provides an excellent environment for bone fusion due to the wide hole in its center, which can be filled with a bone graft or bone substitute enhancing bone fusion and the process of spondylodesis. Located inside the prosthesis, the mobile element connects with the insertion tool during the surgery, also works as an attachment point for the cervical plate. Specifically prepared surgical tools guarantee safe “sliding” implantation procedure which can be performed by a single surgeon.
Functions:
- Replacement of cervical anterior vertebral column;
- Transfer of axial loads;
- Filled with bone graft or bone substitute forms a combined bone-implant foundation;
- Can be combined with other implants e.g. cervical plate
Features and Benefits:
- Anatomical shape – protects spinal cord;
- High bearing capacity;
- Firm attachment due to presence of Ti spikes on top and bottom surface;
- Precise implant positioning with the use of special instrumentation introducing “sliding” procedure;
- Easier implant selection due to wide range of sizes;
Publications:
Ciupik L.F., Kierzkowska A., Powchowicz P., Słoński E., Łozowski M., Klusczyk T. Functional assessment of innovate vertebral body PEEK prosthesis „fusion”-type. The Journal of orthopaedics trauma surgery and related research, 2010; 4; 20: 101-108.
About LfC
LfC is a polish company who have achieved a leading position in the design and manufacture of surgical equipment used in spinal treatment in orthopaedics and neurosurgery.In the years 2007-2008 the company was honoured with prestigious awards, including the title of the Most Innovative Product in Poland (First Prize) in 2007 and the Golden Euro award in 2008. It also gained a high position among Polish innovative companies.Their product range includes Rod-Screws system, Anterior Cervical Plates, Posterior Cervical, Peek Cages, VBR implants and Titanium cages. http://www.lfc.com.pl/en/