Prof. Dr. Bertagnoli was the first surgeon in Europe to successfully implanted of the Zyre Facet Implant in 2007. "This procedure represents a breakthrough in the treatment of chronic back pain," said Dr Bertagnoli. One of these patients is a professional competetive athlete, who has returned to his sport.

Facet replacement has been called the missing link innovative spine surgery. It is considered a minimally invasive procedure and bluntly splits the muscles without detaching, thereby making recovery fast and much less painful. The spinal canal and other nerve structures are untouched. Other microscopic procedures can also be performed during the operation.

The Zyre Facet Implant System could represent a longer lasting and safer solution to Facet Arthroplasty than current surgical procedures. It could also replace the long term use of conservative treatments for spine patients with back pain originating from the facet joint, according to Dr. Bertagnoli.

Zyre Facet Implant Vertical View

Zyre Facet Implant Horizontal View