Systems and methods for moving anatomical elements comprising feedback
CA 2490230 A1 · Owner: Van Hoeck, James E. · Inventors: Coates, Bradley J.; Poyner, Jeffrey W.; Van Hoeck, James E.
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Systems and methods for measuring a separation characteristic of separated anatomical elements include a separator contactable with first (12) and second (14) anatomical elements. A sensor (18) provides an indication of the separation characteristic of the anatomical elements. The measured separation characteristic can be compared with a desired or predetermined separation characteristic, and subsequent surgical procedures can be performed based on the measured separation characteristic
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