Step Four
Another catheter with a balloon is inserted into the disc nucleus space and a two-part polymer is injected as a liquid, filling the balloon and the disc nucleus space. When the two parts of the polymer come in contact with each other, they cure to form a firm but pliable implant that conforms to the individual’s anatomy. |
Step Five
The polymer and the balloon adhere to each other to form a single implant that remains in place and is designed to restore the original disc function. |
Finished
The catheter is then cut off at the edge of the implant and removed. A customized implant now replaces the diseased nucleus to maintain disc height and preserve motion. |
