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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING AND APPLYING A SPINAL COMPRESSION FORCE

Application US20260076663A1 Kind: A1 Mar 19, 2026

Inventors

Peter A. Halverson, David T. Hawkes

Abstract

Systems and methods for measuring and applying a spinal compression force are provided. Some implementations of the systems and methods include a compression instrument having one or more compressors or gauges. In some cases, the compressor is configured to apply the spinal compression force to a spine of a patient. In some cases, the gauge is configured to measure the spinal compression force. Other implementations are discussed herein.

CPC Classifications

A61B 17/025 A61F 2/4611 A61B 2017/0256 A61B 2017/564 A61B 2017/681 A61F 2002/4628 A61F 2002/4666

Filing Date

2025-11-25

Application No.

19401113