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Fusionless device for correcting spine deformity

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The outcome of this project is to create a fusionless device to correct spinal deformity.

Project Overview

-Correct spine deformity (scoliosis) without fusing sections of the spine together while utilizing less invasive surgical techniques​
-Current common practice incorporates screws and metal rods to hold the spine while fusing sections together​
-Current devices provide linear solutions to a 3D problem​
-Prevent spinal curvature in the sagittal plane while enabling movement in the coronal plane

Contact Information

Team Members

  • Jake Allen - Team Leader
  • Samantha Kahr - Communicator
  • Declan McHugh - BSAC
  • Helen Sargeant - BWIG
  • Jacob Cosnowsky - BPAG

Advisor and Client

  • Prof. John Puccinelli - Advisor
  • Dr. Jeffrey Henstenburg - Client

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