| abstract |
A transformable implantable device is disclosed comprising primary and secondary phases or materials. The secondary phase or material is relatively rigid compared to the primary phase or material and also renders the transformable implantable device relatively rigid compared to the primary phase or material. The secondary phase or material, upon implantation, becomes more flexible, thereby rendering the transformable implantable device more flexible also. The device can be, f. ex., a spinal fixation device, an intervertebral disc implant device, or a spinal ligament repair and reinforcement device. |