Complete Opening of the Facet Joints [3:24]

Published on March 15, 2026

Tips & Tricks 

Tobias Schulte demonstrates the technique for completely opening the facet joints to facilitate osteotomies or release rigid spinal segments. This video is part of the 100+ Tips and Tricks in Spine Surgery series supported by Medtronic and Lizard.

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