System for securing joints together

摘要: A system for securing first and second opposing facet joints together, comprising: a cannulated drill having side opening; an extendible member received within the cannula of drill, distal end which passes out opening in direction radially outwards from axis as is advanced distally through drill. The can be rotated such that ablates opposite contacting surfaces joints, promoting fusion between joints. screw passing hole drilled by joint into tightened position to immobilize together.