Systems and method in accordance with embodiments of the present invention
can includes an implant having a spacer with an expandable portion. An
insert can be positioned within a groove of the spacer to distract the
expandable portion away from the main portion of the spacer. The
expandable portion can optionally include a grip that can at least
partially deform to conform to a contour of a spinous process to provide
a frictional grip to prevent the implant from shifting position. Implants
in accordance with the present invention can also include a binder that
can be arranged around the adjacent spinous processes to limit flexion
movement.