
A Spine Dilator is a surgical instrument used in minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) to gently and progressively dilate muscle and tissue layers to create a working channel to the spine without cutting through them.
Features:
Tapered, cylindrical design
Available in graduated sizes for sequential dilation
Made from surgical-grade stainless steel or polymer
Smooth surface to minimize tissue trauma
Often used with a tubular retractor system
Uses:
Helps access the spinal column with minimal tissue disruption
Used in procedures like microdiscectomy, laminectomy, and fusion surgeries
Reduces muscle damage, pain, and recovery time compared to open surgery