Interbody fusion implants that include a load bearing body composed of a
calcium phosphate material hardened around one or more structural
reinforcing members are provided. The reinforcing members aid the load
bearing body in resisting bending forces and, in certain forms of the
invention, aid in preventing expulsion of the implant after implantation.
Methods for promoting fusion bone growth in the space between adjacent
vertebrae and methods for making the inventive implants are also
provided.