Macon, Georgia Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Southern Spine LLC has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its groundbreaking spinal implant innovation. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11896495, titled ‘Expandable interbody devices and related instruments and methods for spinal fusion surgery’, introduces an expandable interbody device designed to enhance spinal fusion procedures.
This novel device features a main body with a movable arm, allowing it to adjust its dimensions to fit various intervertebral spaces. The design enables the implant to expand in multiple directions, providing a customized fit that can improve stability and promote better fusion outcomes.
By accommodating the unique anatomical structures of patients, this technology aims to reduce the risk of implant migration and subsidence. Its adaptable nature also facilitates minimally invasive surgical approaches, potentially leading to shorter recovery times and improved patient comfort.
Southern Spine’s commitment to advancing spinal care is evident in this innovation. The expandable interbody device represents a significant step forward in personalized spinal surgery, offering surgeons a versatile tool to address complex spinal conditions.